Buzz...

Brody got a haircut this week. Not just a trim...a buzz. It makes him look a lot older than 18 months!

Before/After

Maybe Nathan was tired of people saying Brody looks like me!

On another note, Brody had his 18 month check-up this week. Everything looks great. He is 35 pounds (99th percentile) and 36 1/2 inches tall (99th percentile).

Happy 60th Anniversary, Granny & Grandad!

Today Granny & Grandad have been married 60 years. They are a beautiful example of a loving partnership that has produced three fine sons, six grandchildren, and four (and still counting?!) great-grandchildren. We love you so much, Granny & Grandad.

Here is the entire Jennings family! Everyone came to town last weekend to celebrate with G&G.

Brody with Granny & Grandad.

Here are all the great-grandbabies...poor Jane. But look how cute Brody and Clare are holding hands!

Red River

Brody and I returned this week from an almost two week trip to Red River, New Mexico. We joined most of the Miller side of the family for a beautiful wedding of my cousin Tori and her new husband Scott. The wedding was the last weekend in June and then we stayed until after the 4th of July. Brody had the best time in the mountains. They are just what any young boy would love...lots of rocks, water, fish, activity, bugs, sun, trucks, dogs and much more. It was a wonderful trip, but it feels great to be back home (we missed Daddy.)

Brody and I at the wedding. He is holding a rock...his favorite New Mexico treasure.

Uncle Marcus and Brody.

Uncle Marcus, Brody and Aunt Anna.

Great times with Uncle Andrew.

Brody loved meeting many cousins for the first time, but cousin Matt made a lasting impression!

Opa went to the stream and fished most days. Great outfit.

Success!

Andrew, Chelsea, Taylor, Carrie and I went for a hike to Lost Lake. It is a 6.5 mike trek (each way), going to an altitude of almost 11,000 feet. I have to brag about this because it was really hard, so I will probably not be going again!!!

Almost there. What a view.

There is snow up there! In July!

Is it unnecessary to say that Brody really loved the Jeep?

He also loved swinging with anyone he could talk into it.
Uncle Austin and Uncle Marcus both got suckered.

Uncle Austin, Brody, Uncle Andrew, Cousin Matt, Uncle Marcus, Aunt Anna and Chelsea on the bridge by the Miller cabin.

Moving Announcement

New Home, New Friends

Brody, Nathan, Zeke & I moved into our new house last week! There are still lots of boxes to unpack, but we love our new house. Brody spends a lot of time looking out the window...

and quacking at the ducks who visit our pool every day!

I will post pictures of the house once we get it a little more together.

We took a walk today...

and I took a few pictures

Conquest!

Some of Brody's early steps...

Boy Time

One Year Pics

Brody had some REAL pictures taken this morning and I am so pleased with the sneak peak! Our friend Abby was the photographer and she did such a good job.

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A couple of pics

TWO STEPS FORWARD (one tiny step back)

Hooray! Brody took two legitimate steps today. No assistance! I know, I know, our worlds are about to change, but I for one am pleased to know that my days toting a 30+ pound baby are coming to a close :).

Unfortunately our poor boy took his first two steps on the same day he was diagnosed with RSV. For those of you who don't know it's a viral infection that doesn't really affect adults with much more than a case of the sniffles, but can be pretty tough on little guys. He's on quite a bit of medicine for all the other problems it has caused (double ear infections, chest infection, reduced oxygen intake), but there isn't much we can do for the RSV except watch it and make sure it doesn't cause bigger problems.

Brody is going to be fine, but if you get the chance, say a little prayer that he will heal up fast and return to his super-smiley self!

Brody pushing his Cozy Coupe (a bday gift from DD and Opa) with his new puppy and get well balloons from Uncle Andrew and girlfriend Chelsea and Uncle Austin and girlfriend Katherine.

Brody's First Birthday

Brody turned one yesterday. It is with complete sincerity that I say it has been the best year of our lives. We are so blessed to have him complete our family.

On a less sentimental note, Brody's big blow-out was on Saturday. We had a great turn out! It had a construction theme and everything turned out pretty cute...excuse me...tough.

Brody and his daddy outside pre-party.

The cake!

Brody's first cake experience.

Everyone enjoying the loot.

Merry Christmas Y'all!

Brody's first Christmas was wonderful! We spent the days with grandparents, great-grandparents, cousins, aunts, uncles and (lots of) dogs too! Brody soaked it all in and was spoiled rotten, which was no surprise.

We hope all of your holidays were as joy-filled as ours.


Brody showing off the loot from his stocking. Note the fancy bib and froggie "boxers!"

His first clubs. These might be his favorite gift. He crawls around with the clubs sticking straight out of his mouth. Very safe.

Brody in Pop's lap, next to Clare. Jane and Sydney are sitting with LoLo.

Clare and Brody are so funny together. He is fascinated by her. She calls him Bobo.

Brody, Jane, Clare and Sydney in front of the tree after a packed Christmas Day.