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Super Bowl

Go Broncos!! We were able to watch with family, good food and good company!

Valentines Day

Alex took Bentley and I to paint Pottery for valentines day, So Fun! And we also looked cute at church in our pink:)








Train Show

Bentley Loves trains right now so we had a family outing to the Rocky Mountain Train show when it was in town.



Family






We are so blessed to have family so close to us! We get to see them on a regular basis and do lots of fun activities. My parents and younger sister also came into town for a ballet competition so we got to see them as well:)

Alex

I just have to give shout out to to my sweet husband! I can't count the number of things he has done for me these past couple months. And on more than one occasion has surprised me with flowers. I love him forever, he really makes me happy:)

Graduate School

This is where our good news comes in, Alex has decided to go to ASU! He will pursue a Masters in Global Logistics. He also got into the MBA program at Michigan State, but has decided that he would rather do the masters program in Phoenix. We are excited for a new adventure! Orientation starts August 15, which means we will be getting ready to leave this summer

Bentley Daddy Adventures

Alex and Bentley got to spend lots of time together while I was training for my Marathon. They went to the Train museum a couple times, and got to hang out with some friends.














Lezlie

Running

I did it! I ran a marathon! I trained for months, sacrificed time, and ran many miles. And I did it. It was physically and mentally one of the the hardest things I have ever done. But I did it. I can't say I'll do it again any time soon, but I won't stop running. Running is my happy place, I'm not very fast, but when I run I can just clear my head and have me time! 
This is my "I Can't believe I just ran 26 miles" face

My cheerleader miles away!

This was the Polar Prowl Half Marathon i did in January:)



Phoenix

My older sister Jaclyn and I went to Phoenix for the Marathon. We stayed with my other sister Chelsy who lives there, and we just got to relax and enjoy the warm weather for a few days. I love my sisters they made my trip fun!




Orchestra

I have also been able to play my cello with the Lakewood Symphony and the Mormon Choral. It keeps me playing and busy. I've had a couple performance with the symphony the last couple months, and am currently playing  with the Mormon choral in their Easter production fo the Lamb of God. It is such an amazing piece. If any of you can make it I know you won't regret coming and listening!

Crafts

I love to sew and do crafts. The last few months I have made a handful of baby blankets, a diaper bag, a flannel board, and a quilt for Bentley's Bed. I am also working on a T-shirt blanket for my sister and am practicing making wallets and other canvas bags. I love Pintrest for all the fun ideas I find on there.









Bentley

Swimming/Gymnastics

I signed Bentley up for a gymnastics and swimming class at the rec center. He loves going, it is a great way for him to get rid of his Energy. He is pretty coordinated for a two year old and he even amazes me sometimes with what he can do!


Cardiologist

Bentley went to the Cardiologist and his heart is still doing well! This time he did much better with all of the tests they did. His average heart rate was around 55BPM which was lower than last year. But the cardiologist said not to worry. The cardiologist said he will need a pacemaker, its just a matter of time. But Bentley hasn't shown any signs of needing it yet. We know the symptoms to look for if his heart rate does drop, but until then we are going to go back to life as normal.
Getting an EKG

Birthday

Bentley Turned 2!! I can't believe he is growing up. Time has gone by way too fast! We were able to go to dinner and have a small gathering at the park to celebrate! He sure is loved and lovable. I am looking forward to another year with my handsome boy:)
My Favorite video of Bentley on hisBirthday:)








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