Trip to Seattle

I know this surprises you that we are updating our blog more than once this month, but I figured we had all of our fun pictures from Seattle, and you all would like to see them!


We left on Thursday the 22nd from Page and drove 4 hours to Vegas, where we caught a non-stop flight to Seattle. Bryson did so well! The flight took off at 8:30 pm (which is his bed time) and he didn't make a peep for the rest of the night! (I don't know if I have mentioned, but Bryson has been sleeping through the night for almost a month now!) Adam's brother, Sean, lives in Seattle with his wife Sara and their five kids. Sean picked us up from the airport at 11:30 pm and we headed to their house in Sammamish! Boy did we sleep well that night! We were so tired from traveling.

Friday morning we woke up and hung out with Sara and the kids. It was so fun to see them! We hadn't seen them since Christmas. Sean came home from School about noon and we left the kids (other than Bryson) with a babysitter and headed for the city! Our first stop was the Space needle. It was an amazing view of Seattle.



Bryson wasn't too excited ... it was a little chilly on top. So we took him inside to make him happy. I think these are the first giggles we have heard out of him!



Following the Space needle we went to Pike Street. They were getting ready to close up for the evening, so we just walked through quickly. It still was great. Sara and I both agreed that if we lived in the city we would go and get fresh fruits, veggies, and meat there everyday!


We next walked down to the pier where we caught a water taxi and rode across Elliot Bay to an amazing restaurant called Salty's. It was really good and had a fantastic view of the Seattle skyline! We ordered fresh crab legs and steak!

Bryson slept through most of dinner, but when he smelled those crab legs he just couldn't resist!


These are some incredible photos from our trip that Sean took.




The next day we woke up at 4:30 am to catch a ferry out of Anacortes to the San Juan Islands. While on the island, we went to a park so the kids could play and have lunch, whale watching near a lighthouse, and sight seeing around the beautiful island. It was a long day but we are so glad that we went! We got pizza in Anacortes on the way home and spent the rest of the night relaxing.




Sunday was spent going to church with Sean's family, playing games, watching movies, and just hanging out.

Monday, Sara and I went to get grocery's to get some grub for a traditional Memorial Day BBQ! Sara's parents happened to come into town that day for meetings and joined us for for a few hours too. Sean took us to Snoqualmie Falls which was only about 20 minutes from their house. It was BEAUTIFUL! We finished off the night by watching National Treasure II.




We left to go home on Tuesday and didn't get to Page until 11:30 pm. We were really tired but sure had a great time. Bryson did so well considering he is only 3 1/2 months. We were so grateful. Adam and I sure enjoyed the time away together.

Douglass News

Look how big I am getting!

A lot has gone on since I posted last. It seems like we are spinning everyday. Adam has been really busy with work and I have been busy being a mommy and going back to work for American Crafts. We head out for Seattle on Thursday so I wanted to update you with a few pictures before we go and have LOTS more to post!

First, WE HAD VISITORS!!! Doug, Maria, and Everett! They moved back to Provo and stayed in Page for the night. We met them at the famous Fiesta Mexicana while they ate dinner and we got desert! Bryson was so excited to meet his new friend. I can't believe how tiny he was! SERIOUSLY one of the cutest babies I have ever seen! Thanks for stopping guys!

Adam and I celebrated our 3rd anniversary of meeting on April 30th. Most of you might think we would go back to IHOP for each anniversary, but nope, we don't have an IHOP in Page ... and even if we did ... I don't think we would go because it is DISGUSTING!!! So here's to Sterling, a gay waiter, and our families! Because of them I am married to the greatest guy in the entire world. I love you babe! Here's to many, many more years!

We also went to Kanab to help Adam's sister-in-law build her new home. Two of Adam's brothers (Jarrett & Ryan) were there two, along with his dad. We were happy to see some of the family, and help her with her new home! (Plus it is a great excuse for the guy's to "Play tools" wink wink!)

As some of you might know, I actually have a relative in Page. His name is Dennis Dudley. He was going up to Logan on Mothers Day weekend for a college reunion, and asked if I wanted to ride up to see my family. Adam had the fathers & son's camp out, (mothers day weekend ... someone wasn't thinking in that meeting) and he had a softball tournament that he really wanted to play in. SO, Bryson and I decided to surprise my mom and head up with Dennis.

We surprised the heck out of her and the family. It made for a great first mothers day for me and a wonderful surprise mothers day for my mom! Adam and I are so blessed to have wonderful mothers! We love you both very much and are so grateful for all you do for us!


My parents serve in a branch presidency at the MTC and so when Adam and I come to visit, we go to church with them. It just so happens that my sister-in-law's younger sister is in the MTC and in my dad's branch. She hadn't seen Bryson yet and so we surprised her too. It was sure great to see her! She is going to the Madrid Spain Mission.



It just happened, that a few of my mission buddies were in town that I hadn't seen in a VERY long time ... so we got together and had a little brunch. I love those girls! They made the weekend even that much better!


Bryson finally got to meet his new cousin Addyson! MAN IS SHE ADORABLE! I was so excited to finally get to hold this cutie! We are going to have to visit lots before she grows up too much! Bryson really has been putting on pounds as you can see in the picture. Addyson is so tiny, I am sure she will never catch up! He is just growing so fast!

Other than that, we don't have too much news. It seems like we are staying busy with our callings and being parents. It is getting better and better each day as Bryson develops a personality. Here are some cute picts for you to see how big he is getting!
Bryson and Daddy fall asleep on the couch almost every night! It is SO cute!

Check out how long his eyelashes are!

Bathtime! Bryson loves taking a bath!

What a Blessing

We have been so busy that I haven't had a moment to post! This one may be a long one, so get excited!

FIRST, We were able to bless Bryson this weekend.


Adam did an incredible job. We are so blessed to be so supported! We had two of my sisters come down and my parents. Adam also had his brother Jarrett and family, our sister-in-law Milka, his parents, and our grandma White, along with lots of really great friends there.



After the blessing we had a small luncheon back at our condo! The weather couldn't have been better! It was a perfect day!


SECOND, My sister Tammy and her husband came down this past weekend a little early to "tour" Page. We decided to take them to the famous Antelope Slot Canyons. My cousins Dennis and Marsha baby-sat Bryson so that we could both go! We have wanted to go for a while, but were waiting on some family to come down to go with. It was well worth the money (though it was a little pricey!) It took about an hour and a half to go through the canyon and back.





After the canyon tour, we met up with my parents and my mom and I came back to the condo, while my dad, the Asays, and Adam went to hike to Horseshoe bend. Believe it or not, this is a very very simple hike ... only about 1/2 mile!



OH We have some great news! Bryson has a new cousin on my side! Marney, my sister had her baby! They haven't told us a name yet, but the last I heard, they were leaning toward Adison. She was born yesterday at 1:20 pm and was 7 lbs. 4 oz 19 inches long. We are so happy for their family. After having 3 boys, Marney finally got her girl! YEAH MARN!

During General Conference I made a little felt quite book for Bryson. It may be a little while until he can use it, but I sure had a great time making it. There are shapes to button on, and the other shapes have velcro behind them.


Last but not least, We have a few more picts of Bryson. We got our family pictures back, so there is a little slide show. Also, Bryson started smiling a few weeks ago! He had his two month check up last Monday and weighs 14 lbs 4 oz. already! What a little chunker! We are finally starting to get the hang of this parenting thing. Bryson is such a joy and I love those sweet cheeks! Hope you enjoy the pictures!

Hello Everyone!

Now 7 weeks, Bryson is starting to be more active ... in many ways! Sunday and Monday he gave us his first little coo's and is starting to give us those first signs of a smile. The smiles help in-between the spells of being upset! I thought in having a baby I would have a perfect child! We are starting to learn that it is a good thing he is so dang cute, because those constant cries can be frustrating at times.

For Easter weekend, we traveled up to Utah. Bryson did really great in the car and we only had to stop once to feed and change him. We traveled up on the 20th to use the Jazz Tickets Mandy won at her work Christmas party. Mandy's parents took Bryson, and though the Jazz lost to the Lakers, the seats we thought were pretty good and it was fun to get away. (We even saw Heidi while we were there!)



The next day felt like a rat race. It started out getting both me and Adam's hair cut at Krissa's house ... I needed a change, Adam needed a haircut, and Krissa was so excited to finally meet Bryson!



Then to the mall to find cloths to use for our family pictures. Next was to Timpanogos hospital for a test for Bryson. You see, my son projectial spits up all the time, and our doctor in Kanab thought that it might a sign of pyloric sensors. It is a something they commonly they find in newborns where the food isn't getting to their stomach. If you can't tell by Bryson's cubby cheeks, we were pretty sure that wasn't the problem, but didn't want to take any chances. Turns out we were right ... he is fine. We were so frustrated that the appointment took 2 1/2 hours, so I couldn't stop by American Crafts to show Bryson to my co-workers. We had an appointment to get our family pictures taken by a family friend in Alpine. We will be sure to post the pictures when we get them. STAY TUNED!

We felt like we wanted to crash after finishing our day, but spent the rest of the weekend with my family eating out, and celebrating Easter. On Easter Sunday we were planning on leaving after church but ended up staying through Sunday evening. (We didn't want to miss out on the Easter egg hunt Sunday night) Bryson was a little young this year for the hunt, but we couldn't resist putting the ears he got from the Easter bunny on! Here are a few pictures of my nephews and nieces that we took!






We left on Monday morning at 4 am AZ time because we had to get Adam back to work. It made for a really tiring start to our week, but felt like it was worth it to spend a little more time with the fam!

Becoming new parents has been quite the experience. Bryson has done really well at night, but in the day seems to get upset for a few hours. It can be frustrating, but we are hoping that stage will go away soon! In the last couple of weeks Bryson has grown out of a few outfits, taken a trip to St. George, and our already mentioned Orem trip for Easter. Last week Bryson and I got some energy and took a walk to the Post office, and crashed for a nap when we got home. (Though 6 weeks has gone by, I still can't exercise like I would like to! Walking is all the doctor will approve). This past Saturday was spent watching Adam hit some golf balls at the driving range, and Bryson even slept through his first outdoor picnic! To our great surprise we even had a visit from Christina and Paul Homolik. It was great to visit with them! The weather has been really nice here the past couple of days! (around the low 70's. I know you in Utah are all jealous!)

We wish at times there was an owners manuel on how to raise these little infants, but I am sure we will ask for an owners manual for when he is going through the terrible twos, awkward pre-teens, and High school years. Trials are there, but we are SO grateful to be parents to this special spirit and enjoy this new exciting experience. Here are a few more of our favorite pictures from the past couple of weeks. These are just a few of the hundreds we have taken. Can you tell we are camera happy?