Bella's recitals on 2012! :)

Bella had a violin and a gymnastics recital a few weeks ago. On her violin recital she had the opportunity to have Vava in town to accompany her on the piano. It was sure beatiful to see grandma and granddaughter play together. Awesome job, girls! :) On her gymnastics recital, Bella had the pleasure to have grandma Sotelo from Seattle and Vava from Brasil in town to watch her as they thought about the old days, they both did gymnastics as little girls. Bella got awards on different categories. Good job on both recitals, Bella! :)

Thanks, mom! :)

I am a lucky girl to have my mom come all the way from Brasil to take care of me and my family for a whole month when I have a baby. Thank you mom for taking care of our children while I was at the hospital. Thank you for all the gifts you gave to Lucy. Thank you for having our house clean and organized when I got back from the hospital, it really made me feel good and loved! :) Thank you for the laughs! Thank you for every night that you said to me, "I love you and if you need anything just come get me". Thank you for all the fun times! :) Love you!

Christmas activities

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I love traditions. My mom always made holidays magical and I want my kids to have special memories when they grow up as I do now. Here is a list of what I would love to do this holiday season as a family. Some activities are already checked out but can't wait to have all them checked out. Let's all make memories!!! :) Here is the list: Jared's gingerbread cookies as we make our gingerbread house. Decorate the house as a family with Christmas music. Have kids write a letter to Santa. Kiss under mistletoe. Deliver a secret gift to someone in need. Visit Temple Square. Go see live reindeer at Thanksgiving Point. Christmas Bingo with dear friends. Visit Gardner Village. Read the scriptures about the birth of the Savior. Get a picture with Santa. Make a Christmas countdown. Have Jared to put Christmas lights so Santa can find our house. (Bella's believe) Wrap presents with Jared on Christmas Eve.

Lucy's Birth! :)

Lucy was born on November 27th at 2:28 pm, weighing 8 lb 3 oz and measuring 20.5 inches. She is beatiful and has brought so much happiness and love to our family. We love her so much. My cousin Vanessa visited us at the hospital and captured beatiful memories that we will keep dear to our hearts! :) In love with you, Lucy! :)