Happy New Year!

Wow, 2008, unbelievable! Okay, so I haven't even blogged about Christmas, but I just wanted to let all those people out there who've snubbed my blog because it was too slow to download - i've heard your cry, and fixed it. It should be faster - i've never had a problem, so i had no idea! if you're new to seeing my blog, just click on the archives on the right hand side to see previous blogs and the beginning of max's life. Okay, so I had a Great New Year's - where I worked with Mom for 7 hours straight doing 15 girls' makeup for this fantastic wedding; then my amazing Hubby whisked me away and we celebrated New Year's together for the first time since we've been married! He's always had to work, but not this year! So fun! I'm ridiculously excited about this year and know that things and looking up! Here's to the best year yet, everybody!
max enjoying his christmas present from dada
p.s. this is a "before" picture...don't worry ;)

Happy Birthday, Poppa!

Okay the last of the fam's December B-days! Sorry it's belated! To the world's greatest Grandpa! We love you so much and couldn't be more grateful for how you're always there for us and how much you love us! Congratulations on the new building, and I know this is gonna be a Great year! Possible the best year of your life! Love you tons! Max gives kisses and says "thank you for making time to see me everyday - you're the best Poppa ever"!!!!

Ho Down with the Bryans!

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Merry Christmas!

Happy Christmas Eve, Everyone! Hope you all enjoy your family tonight and have a magical day tomorrow! Love you all so much!

Haircuts!!!

Wahoo! I cut my hair! Chopped off over a foot! It had gotten so long - especially from my short-lived recent pregnancy (like 2 in. in 6 weeks!) and I was ready for a change! So off it came! It's so fun! oh, and Max got his first hair cut, too! he was so good - yes, i know he doesn't have much hair to cut, but he was getting a long comb-over in the back, so we snipped it off so we can spike it up! and he's my kissy-face now! wakes me up with kisses and loves to give hugs! I'm so excited about Christmas this year with him! Love y'all!

Family Christmas pictures - Danielle Bryan

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Okay so it was like 10 below zero (not really, but it was crazy cold) and Danielle got these amazing pictures in our backyard in like 20 min.!!! We had to stop when Max's cheeks went from a cute pink to a purpley-blue! Danielle! You're incredible! I'm so glad you're family! aren't these fun?!?!

Cowboy Christmas photoshoot

this is not Dave's horse - this is a miniature horse - rodeo!


Danielle took these at the Handy's Butte Star Ranch,with Grandpa Dave's horse and all! Max's red cowboy boots are from Grandpa Dave and Cheryl - he's their little cowboy!

Happy Birthday, Mimi!

Seriously, you're the youngest and hippest Grandma I know! Mom - you're the best! I can't imagine my life without your help and friendship - you're an amazing woman of God that never ceases to amaze me with your talents, sincerity, selflessness...okay, so you're wonderwoman, let's just say it. Thank you for being the best Mimi to Max - he's so lucky to have you and so am I! I'm excited about this year!

Grandpa Dave's turning 50?!?

The Big 5-0!!! Happy Birthday Padre! We love you so much! May this be a fantastic year for you! (yes, my Mom and Dave's birthday is the same day!)

Happy Birthday, Baby...

yes, James kicks it off with Birthday month for our family! prepare yourself for several birthday blogs. Happy Birthday, my love! I believe this is going to be one of the best years of our lives! I'm so thankful for you!


We had an awesome king crab dinner! i love this pic, reminds me of our high school days, goofing off together!

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