Thursday, January 29, 2009
Griff's 12 month pictures
Today, Griff and I ventured out to take his 1 year photos... Even though the morning was a bit rough from "teething" this little guy was a total champ out there. He just played and crawled around and I followed close by. He was probably so thrilled to be outside he didn't care what we were doing.
Monday, January 26, 2009
MEMORIES...
Like the corner of my mind...
Early this fall, my aunt emailed me about borrowing this horse. It may not seem like much to the average eye, but this simple rocking horse embodies my childhood. Here's her email:
"Hi Jessie, How is everyone? I have been in the Quonset Hut all day and every time I pass the Rocking Horse I think of Griff . Let me know when and if you would like to use it. He is so cute! I was looking at the pictures you sent and was wishing I could see him."
My reply:
"ARE YOU SERIOUS???? I would LOVE to borrow that horse. This is bringing tears to my eyes. That horse is so special to me, it takes me back to when my whole family lived together in summit county. Thank you for thinking of me. let me pull myself together..."
What a gift, although I realize I'm only borrowing...(don't worry Shannon, Griff's just getting him ready for your little ones...) I'm extremely blessed to share this with my son. He may never realize the magnitude of what it symbolizes to me, but I know he'll enjoy the many hours that are to come upon the back of 'ol "BOB ROBIN" which is now his name, thanks to Natasha! It's not every day that I can play with Griffin on the same toy I spent hours on as a kid. What a cool thing to pass along for many generations to come. Carran, who would have thought when you bought this that so many kids would get to share in it's experience?
Early this fall, my aunt emailed me about borrowing this horse. It may not seem like much to the average eye, but this simple rocking horse embodies my childhood. Here's her email:
"Hi Jessie, How is everyone? I have been in the Quonset Hut all day and every time I pass the Rocking Horse I think of Griff . Let me know when and if you would like to use it. He is so cute! I was looking at the pictures you sent and was wishing I could see him."
My reply:
"ARE YOU SERIOUS???? I would LOVE to borrow that horse. This is bringing tears to my eyes. That horse is so special to me, it takes me back to when my whole family lived together in summit county. Thank you for thinking of me. let me pull myself together..."
What a gift, although I realize I'm only borrowing...(don't worry Shannon, Griff's just getting him ready for your little ones...) I'm extremely blessed to share this with my son. He may never realize the magnitude of what it symbolizes to me, but I know he'll enjoy the many hours that are to come upon the back of 'ol "BOB ROBIN" which is now his name, thanks to Natasha! It's not every day that I can play with Griffin on the same toy I spent hours on as a kid. What a cool thing to pass along for many generations to come. Carran, who would have thought when you bought this that so many kids would get to share in it's experience?
Oh and of course, he couldn't ride Bob Robin without a pair of John Deere cowboy boots. I mean, be honest, you're dying over these boots. I just love 'em!
Sunday, January 11, 2009
He's 1, he's really 1
On Thursday, the 8th, his actual birthday, Griff and I met Jeff for lunch at the Stone House. It was nice to get out and celebrate our little boy. After lunch, we met my MIL to try on Griff's first pair of cowboy boots...wait until you see these things. They are TDF...John Deere, with green on top and tan leather on the bottom, so cute. Anyway, back to the house for a nap and dinner and then off to Ouray for a night at the pool. Our friends let us use their passes so it makes for a great deal and great time. Although, it was a bit breezy and cold, we still enjoyed our time. The pictures that will follow will also include our family party that we had on Saturday. My family from Steamboat and lots of Pollards from Junction made the trip and made our day. Thank you to all of you for lovin' on our guy.
Griffin...
I've dreamt of you for as long as I can remember. All I can say about that is you far exceed everything I thought it meant to be a mom. I am truly honored to be chosen to raise you and teach you about the love of Christ...and to experience a few wild times in between.
Griff, I'll never forget those first few weeks after you were born. I loved to hold you and smell your head. Even now the smell of Burts Bees baby lotion takes me back to your room just holding your little body while sitting in the rocking chair. I secretly loved when you woke up in the middle of the night, so I could just hold you in the stillness of those moments. The music was playing softly in the background and your meticulously decorated room fills my memory, also the low light from your lamp gave off just the right amount of light to take it all in. You were perfect and so sweet and I loved to nurse you. I took so many pictures, 'cause it seemed like you changed by the hour. As I look back at those from time to time, I'm so thankful for the memories that they bring back. But, the truth is, no pictures are sweeter then the ones in my mind. You are a blessing beyond words and I pray that I can live up to all God calls me to be as your mom. Being honest, I know I won't. I'll fail and let you down, but by God's grace I pray that you will see how much we love you and want what's best for you. Griffin Shields, may you grow to be a man of God and stand apart in this world.
Happy Birthday Little Man...all the love...Momma and Dada
(i wish you guys could hear him chattering now as I type..."dub-d, dub-d,dah dah, daddy, da eee, eeaah, ooh-ee, ooh-ee, daddy, dad-bee, doh, da da da, oooha, bbaahh, de de dah...aah heee, dub-d, dub-d....)
Griffin...
I've dreamt of you for as long as I can remember. All I can say about that is you far exceed everything I thought it meant to be a mom. I am truly honored to be chosen to raise you and teach you about the love of Christ...and to experience a few wild times in between.
Griff, I'll never forget those first few weeks after you were born. I loved to hold you and smell your head. Even now the smell of Burts Bees baby lotion takes me back to your room just holding your little body while sitting in the rocking chair. I secretly loved when you woke up in the middle of the night, so I could just hold you in the stillness of those moments. The music was playing softly in the background and your meticulously decorated room fills my memory, also the low light from your lamp gave off just the right amount of light to take it all in. You were perfect and so sweet and I loved to nurse you. I took so many pictures, 'cause it seemed like you changed by the hour. As I look back at those from time to time, I'm so thankful for the memories that they bring back. But, the truth is, no pictures are sweeter then the ones in my mind. You are a blessing beyond words and I pray that I can live up to all God calls me to be as your mom. Being honest, I know I won't. I'll fail and let you down, but by God's grace I pray that you will see how much we love you and want what's best for you. Griffin Shields, may you grow to be a man of God and stand apart in this world.
Happy Birthday Little Man...all the love...Momma and Dada
(i wish you guys could hear him chattering now as I type..."dub-d, dub-d,dah dah, daddy, da eee, eeaah, ooh-ee, ooh-ee, daddy, dad-bee, doh, da da da, oooha, bbaahh, de de dah...aah heee, dub-d, dub-d....)
Monday, January 5, 2009
Unknown Blessing #1
The Lord gave me the best idea last night as I was trying to sleep...Jeff and I were trying to figure out how I could get to the gym and not miss out on family time at night...and not have to go late with the potential "weird" man that could be lingering at the gym. So, I asked Jeff today (because I forgot about it by the time he got home from working out) if we could go TOGETHER after we put Griffin to bed and his dad could listen on the monitor for our little man. His dad agreed and off we went after we put Griff down. It was wonderful. We have never been able to go together before and now that we are living with the rents, they are making it possible. Here's to my first unknown blessing of our time here. Thank you Mom and Dad for making this possible.
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