Mom & Dad

Mom and Dad, or "Granmama and Papa" to the grandkids, are such great examples to all of us. We love spending lots of time with them whenever we can. I love these pictures (above). The top pic is of my parents on one of many trips California. We love it there! Next, is Papa playing around with the kids while they "help" him work in the backyard. ;) And the third picture is Granmama being so patient with her little helpers who are a little too eager for her cinnamon rolls!

Matt & Mesia

Matt is the oldest sibling in our family. He and Mesia have been married for about 7 years now, and recently adopted their beautiful baby girl, Seneca. We're so happy for them!

Matt and Mesia are some of the most genuine people you'll ever meet. They're lots of fun. Mesia really enjoys her new role as stay-at-home mommy to Seneca, and she also teaches yoga and loves it. Matt recently went back to school to get his MBA, which keeps him pretty busy. He's such a proud daddy and can't get enough of his beautiful little girl.

Jeff

Jeff is the 2nd oldest in our family. He's our expert when it comes to music, humor, and photography. He is an amazing photographer. He's one of those guys who'd do anything for you. Jeff has a great job with a large hotel chain, and seems to always be moving up. He keeps us entertained with his humor and stories, and he keeps us inspired by his faith.

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I love this picture of Jeff with Adam (above). He sure loves his Uncle Jeff!

Karin & Jim

Karin is my older sister, my favorite sister, oh--and my only sister... but I'm convinced that she'd be my favorite whether she was the only one or not! ;) We all look up to Jim because he's such a fun-loving dad and he serves so faithfully in the U.S. Air Force. Karin is creative and an amazing mom of these 3 kids... with #4 due very soon! She even managed to earn her Masters Degree in her "spare time". Karin and Jim have been married about 10 years now and they have some of the cutest kids you'll ever meet: James (6), Elizabeth (4), and Anna (2).

Adam LOVES hanging out with his cousins. And by "hanging out" I mean exploring things and getting into all sorts of mischief, as only these little rascals can.

Rob & Jenesse

This is my "little" (nearly a foot taller than me) brother Rob and his beautiful wife, Jenesse. They've been married over a year now and it's so much fun watching their love and marriage grow. Although, I was selfishly sad to know that I'd be getting much less attention from my younger bro once he got married. It's been fun becoming such good friends as we've gotten older.

Rob & Jenesse are our family's official movie and book experts. Which, I guess, makes sense since they met while working at a bookstore. If ever we need something clarified or verified, or just need a good movie or book recommendation, we always go to them. They always seem to be available whenever anyone needs something, and are awesome examples of treating your spouse like gold. All of the nieces and nephews love their Uncle Rob & Aunt Jenesse. :)