Video - Brianna's Baby Babbling

Friday, June 12, 2009

Brianna's Sealing & Blessing

How can I describe the joy and gratitude we feel as an eternal family who just experienced one of lifes greatest moments. That is the moment when we knelt across the alter and had Brianna sealed to us for time and all eternity. Then on Sunday to be surrounded by so many of our family and friends as I gave Brianna her name, Brianna Kay Sanders, and pronounced upon her a blessing.

How could our joy be any more full than we feel now? I feel as though I must live up to being worthy of having her to be an eternal daughter along with Brandon an eternal son and my queen of all queens, my sweetheart Debbie to be eternally by my side. We shall never forget this great weekend and want to thank all of you who travelled from Idaho, Utah, Kentucky and all over the state of Florida to be with us to celebrate this great occasion.






Monday, June 1, 2009

Camera Fun






















Saturday, May 30, 2009

Brianna's Adoption is Finalized

It was an emotional ceremony as we promised to love Brianna as our own child for all of her life. Certainly we will love her for all eternity. Here we posed after the ceremony with the judge. What a great day in our lives!

Sunday, May 24, 2009

Wednesday, May 20, 2009

Saturday, May 16, 2009

Saturday, May 9, 2009

Happy Mother's Day

Life lately has been crazy to say the least... but through it all it has only served to strengthen our bonds and has grown within our hearts a greater appreciation for our wonderful children. Tomorrow is Mother's Day. There are some special mother's in my life I want to express special appreciation to for the sacrifice and love that goes into their motherhood. First to my mom, you have always been there for me. From the time I was born when I needed you to protect and love me with every breath until now when all you have done for me, what you have taught me and the example you have set serves to direct my moral compass. I also have a great apprieciation for Beverly, Debbie's mom. She raised a wonderful daughter. The things she taught Debbie has made her the wonderful wife she is today. Beverly is so wise in how she raised and continues to support her daughters. She is a great example and as I have watched her over the years I have learned how to become a much better husband and father. Finally, for my sweetheart, this is a special Mother's Day. Debbie, we have a fantastic son and I largely credit you for what a great young man he is becoming. His character is among the best we could dream and hope for in a son. This Mother's Day will also be special for you because it will be your first with our new daughter, Brianna. She is so beautiful. We feel her giant spirit through her big brown eyes that stare up and make you love her! Sweetheart.... who could know that life could be so wonderful? Thank you for being such a great mother for our children!

Happy Mother's Day to all my sisters, sister's in law, Aunt's, cousin's and especially Granny and Nannie! You are all special to me, but especially to those who are your children. Thanks for being the special people you are... Mother's!

Sunday, April 12, 2009

Brianna meets Daddy's Family

Cousin Dustin & Cousin Conner ... his son

Uncle Darrell & Cousin Conner
Uncle Blake - nice hat!



Cousin Aurora

Cousin Mia

Cousin Kenyon

Cousin Jayna

Great grandmother "Granny"

Uncle Eric

Aunt Debbie
Aunt Amy

Aunt Tina

Cousin Jaime

Uncle Faron

Aunt Erin & Cousin Brayden


Brianna's first Easter was spent meeting a lot of family.... but there are still more to come. We are looking forward to June when we can take her with us to the temple. We know there will be lots of family to meet then as well! We love you all. Thanks for being such a great family. Thanks for your love and for making this a great Easter!

Sunday, March 29, 2009

Brandon has been a big help to us taking care of his little sister Brianna. Looks like he is worn out as they both fell asleep. Debbie thought it was soo cute and made me run to get the camera. She was right!


Thursday, March 19, 2009

Daddy's Photo Shoot









I had a fun morning with Brianna taking pictures. Debbie was giggling to watch me set-up all the props and having so much fun with our little girl. It has been great to take some family time. I love her more every day!

Monday, March 16, 2009

Baby Shower with Friends from Work

Thanks to everyone for an evening we will tell Brianna about for years to come. We really appreciate all the wonderful gifts, your warm thoughts and kindness. We had a great time and will have so much fun dressing our baby in all these cute outfits, cleaning her with all the bath-time stuff, playing with ladybugs in her bouncer and feeding her in her new high-chair! You are awesome! Thanks so much!