mo mo.

my little niece morgan had a birthday on monday the 15th (i can not keep up with all the babies born in OCTOBER). 
I guess she isn't so little anymore.  She is getting taller by the day and her and her sister will tower over me soon. 
Morgan is the sweetest child... with an edge!
She is growing up and becoming her own person which is beautiful to see. 
As an aunt you want your nieces especially to be these upstanding daughters of god.  You want them to shine and be an example to the world of pure womanhood.  You want them to respect themselves and stand up for what they know is right. 
well... I don't worry about Morgan.  
She makes ME want to be better.  She is so sweet, loving and kind.  
She has her edge that is usually brought out by her older brother so it's understandable :)
I am so proud of her and all that she is.  
She has goals and she accomplishes them. 
She makes choices for herself which I admire so much.
She is a strong girl and always puts on a brave face in the way of trials.  
I can't wait til she is even older and our relationship can grow into something different but just as beautiful. 
I love you Morgan and I am very proud of you.  
HAPPY BIRTHDAY!
love. aunt aubri.

ethan.

this little guy.. another OCTOBER birthday. my family tends to have babies in october. It is kind of our thing.  

well little ethan had a birthday on 10-11-12 this year! how cool is that? 

He is the youngest in my brothers family and he brings up the caboose beautifully.  He is sarcastic and witty but will also melt your heart.  He doesn't say his "r" sounds well which is maybe my favorite thing.  

He, being one of the youngest, picks up on everything people say around him.  He thinks he is bigger than he his thanks to his big brother chandler showing him the ropes.  

He is the definition of a toe head with his bright blond hair. 

 He is always willing to have a sweet quiet conversation among all the craziness with his cousins.  He asks questions and cares about the answers.  He has little opinions about everything and he knows what he likes.  

He has a little tiny smile that glows through his tan skin that makes me, his aunt, love him EVEN more.  He is getting so big being in kindergarten this year.  

He is becoming quite the little man.  We are so blessed to have him be in our family to lighten the mood whenever things seem dark.  Little efun-efun... you are a very loved little boy and HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!!!

my jaxon.

my little nephew Jaxon turns 5 today. 

I can't believe I have had the honor of having his joy in my life for 5 whole years already! He is the light in my life every single day.  He has been a beautiful addition to our family.   

He never ceases to entertain when needed.  When I am having a bad day he is the first to ask me if I'm okay and if I need a hug.  He is very aware of everyone around him.  His smile is infectious.  He has this deep little voice that forces you to smile whenever you hear it.  I could listen to him laugh for days.  

He is one of the smartest kids I know.  He picks up on everything so therefore he knows how to be sarcastic at just the right moments to make everyone laugh.  He says grown up words and uses them correctly. 

My favorite story of the year with him.....

"There was a girl at school today and no one would play with her.  I don't know why.  She was nice.  So I just played with her today because she was by herself"  Well, Jaxon, what was her name? "I don't know." 

That shows exactly how big of a sweetheart he is.  I want him to stay this age.  I want him to stay this funny.  I want him to stay this sweet.  Jaxon I love you and I am proud of the little boy that you are.  Thank you for always making me have a better day no matter what.  

I love you and HAPPY BIRTHDAY jax.  

love.aunt aubri.