Conference Weekend

Conference this fall was a beautiful weekend. We decided to take advantage of the weather and after conference Mom, Dad, my sister Ashley, Sam and I all went for a drive on the Alpine Loop. I always tell anyone who asks what the fall looks like in Utah that the mountains remind me of a bowl of Trix cereal.

Fall in Utah

I love the fall and it can't get better then spending time in Utah. With my sister's new busy schedule as a school teacher Sam and I don't get to see her much, so it was nice of her to make the time to spend with us at the Thanksgiving Point Fair. There were all kinds of stands with yummy samples, jewelry and crafts. Probably the best part was just the crisp air, the colorful flowers and pumpkins, and my Little Red Head.

My Talented Brother

I have two really talented brothers that are artists. My brother Andy created this picture of Sam and two of his cousins for a digital class he is taking, creating the feeling of "harmonious." I loved it! But I am also a little fond of it because Sam is in it.

Daddy's Report

Sam and I wanted to share a little update on daddy. He has had an adventurous time. When he is not working the desk he is flying. He has had the opportunity to fly General Petraeous and U.S. Ambassador Crocker to Baghdad. In another flight he flew prisoners. Dan said that as the prisoners were being herded on, he could not help but think how they are all God's children and being misguided they had made some wrong choices. I'm sure that was hard for Dan to see. Though this deployment may be wearing emotionally and physically, Dan and his squadron have been able to bring some light and laughter to it. It's been a tradition while deployed to see who can grow the best stache. It looks as if Dan held his own pretty well. Looking sexy hubby! We are proud of Dan and the sacrifice he is making. We pray for your happiness and safety Babe, we miss you terribly.

6th Airlift Squadron

Dan and his crew flying General Petraeous and Ambassador Crocker to Baghdad

Pimp Daddy Dan (The cheesy glasses were actually required to wear, for protection against lasers. Someone has been pointing lasers at the airplanes and damaging pilot's eyes.)

The stache at the tender age of 1 month

Troops to front: We took a record number of troops to the front this month, around 43,000

Staying With Grandma and Grandpa Stromberg

Sam and I have been able to enjoy both grandma and grandpas while staying in Utah. During our stay with Grandma and Grandpa Stromberg we attended church with them, where Sam was the Rock Star. We also had dinner with Aunt Susan and Cousin Derek.


Grandma Stromberg played lots of games with Sam and this was one of his favorites!

Missing Daddy

Dan has been gone 1 month now. We miss him like crazy. To help Sam remember his dad, we had a life size picture of him made. We also recorded Dan reading some Dr. Seuss stories to Sam. So we make sure that Sam sees daddy anytime that he is on our room and that he gets a morning and night time story read to him by his daddy. We love you Dan!

Sick Again!

I don't know how much we can handle seeing our little Sam sick again. He got a cold before we left to Utah and it was over 14 days that it had lingered. We took him to the E.R. since that is where our insurance directs us to go. After drawing blood, taking an x-ray and other unwanted tests we were lucky to discover that it was viral. So the doctor recommended a 4 day nebulizer treatment to help get rid of it quicker. Poor Sam!

New Toys for Sam

It's an exciting world for kids when there are such fun toys for them to discover and that is what Sam has found during our stay here in Utah. The stroller has become a torturing device since he found there was a new way to take a stroll with mommy! Without fail, Sam always grabs hold of the steering wheel each time we go for a cruise!

My mom bought a bouncer for all her new grand babies and it has become Sam's favorite toy. Without fail his little legs do an Irish Jig! Grandma Stomberg loved it so much, she bought one for her house too for Sam. Sam has also been discovering his voice and has found a new game of Copy Cat.

6 Months and Growing

It has been 6 months since we have had our special little Sam in our lives and we feel so blessed to have our amazing son! Right at Sam's 6 month birthday he decided to show off some pearly whites to us! Aren't they cute!!

Firsts for Sam

These little events are big events for Sam and I. Since we've been to Utah Sam has had a few fun little firsts!
Like discovering grass!

Taking a bath without a baby tub! He loved to splash!!

Playing and sharing toys with cousin Tristan!

Sitting in a high chair for his meals!