I know I generally just post pictures of my kids and brag about how cute they are and how fast they are growing. But, um, they really are. It's really been hitting me hard lately how fast they are both growing and it's kindof making me sad. It seems like time is flying by but not much else is changing. They are both really changing physically and intellectually. Bailey keeps me on my toes with all the new things she says and comprehends. And Ryder is changing a ton every day. I'm nervous that he is getting closer to 9 months. It seems that once they hit 9 months, they just take off and do new things every day.

So here are the expected kid pictures. I mainly keep this blog for that purpose, to post pictures for my family and especially for those who live out of state and don't get to see them often. I've been debating whether or not I should put more of myself into the blog or not, I don't want to use it as a journal and post extremely personal thoughts, especially since it's public. I've got a lot to say today, but just not sure who is reading after I installed a counter and saw how many people are looking at my blog. So I'm thinking about going private. Any thoughts from those of you who do have a private blog? Back to the pictures...

A day at the park last week. It was almost 80 degrees. I got a sunburn. It was great.

Not sure if I have posted Ryder's flames yet...

Not the best picture of the temple, I brought the wrong lens. But the temple is coming along quickly, it's so pretty. I love seeing it often and having a constant reminder of eternal families. I love that this picture shows the strong bond between Ryan and Bailey and I think that sums it all up.

She looked so much older to me on Sunday, I had to snap a few. There's something about buying my daughter a new dress, bringing it home to her, and loving that she gets excited about it. I love having a little girl.

Ryder is changing so much, his face just looks so much older to me. I think all moms think their babies are cute, but I love that he looks like my family. I love his blue eyes and thick hair. I love this look on his face whenever I take a picture of him. You know I could go on all day. And yes, that chin is as fun to kiss as it looks.

If you get a magnifying glass, you could see the 2 new teeth on the bottom.

Alright, enough is enough.