NEWSFLASH: Baby on Board!!!!

Dallas and I are extremely delighted to announce that... we are going to have a baby!! I just recently finished my first trimester, and WOW did it go fast! I have been plagued with morning sickness, but am crossing my fingers that cloud will lift any day now! I'm not really "showing" to the public eye yet, but I will try to take some photos and you can judge for yourself. I am excited for when I can fit into the cute maternity clothes that my mom got me for my birthday, though! I won't be able to find out if we're having a boy or girl for about another month or so, which is driving me crazy! I want to know sooo bad! Anyway, we are so excited and can't wait to introduce you to our bundle of joy in October!

Congratulations, Mr. and Mrs. Matthew Reynolds!!

On Friday, February 13, 2009, Matt and Brianna tied the knot! It was a beautiful day and we couldn't be happier for them. Congratulations, Mr. and Mrs. Reynolds!! Here are a few pictures from the beautiful wedding. Becky and Brittany have more on their blogs from throughout the day. These are just a few I had on hand.

The beautiful, happy couple!!

My handsome hubby

Peli was bustin' out the hang loose sign all day!

I love this picture of Leslie and Lance

I look kinda scary here, but I was so happy to be with my Dallas that I had to post it!

Texas vs. the Nation

On Saturday, the 31st of January, Dallas played in the college all-star bowl game Texas vs. the Nation. This is a game where all-star players affiliated with the state of Texas play against all- stars from around the nation. Because of his name, Dallas was selected to represent the Texas team! He left on Sunday, January 25 to El Paso, TX to begin preparing for the game. It was a busy and exciting week for him- lots of meetings, practices, and interviews. That Wednesday, Dallas' parents, his Grandma Ruth, and I all flew to El Paso to see him. On Thursday, Lance Jr. flew in as well! This was my first time to Texas and it was so much fun! El Paso is right on the border of Mexico. In fact, some parts of the freeway and some of the roads are pretty much all that separate Juarez, Mexico and El Paso! Saturday was the all-star game and it was fun watching players from all over the country come together and have the ability to play a game in less than one week. Dallas did a fantastic job and I am so proud of him! We all had a great time in El Paso supporting Dallas and enjoyed being able to spend some time with him. I love you, Dallas! Nice work!!

Here are a few pictures from the trip!

Here are two pictures taken from the car on the freeway looking into Mexico!

Here is Dallas in his Texas jersey... it was so weird to see him wearing RED!

My Texas sized portion of country fried steak! It was huge!

University of Texas El Paso stadium--where the game was played.

During warm-ups. Look for #65!

Running onto the field. You can't tell from these pictures, but there were 45,000 fans there! That is quite a few for one of these types of games!

Leaving the field.


Warming up some snaps (toward bottom)

Udate coming... SOON!

I've been a slacker, I know!! I am planning on updating soon, so stay tuned!!

Over the River and through the Woods to Gram's House We Go!

Last Thursday my mom, dad, and Brett brought Dennis out to Utah to get ready for school. Since Dennis just came home from his mission, we decided to go visit my dad's parents in Idaho. On Friday while Dallas was getting ready for the big game with the rest of the team, I went with my family to Pocatello to visit Gram and Grandpa Bob. It was so good to see them and to catch up with them. They are amazing people and I am proud to be their granddaughter. Here are some memorable photos at their home.

Gram and me

Grandpa Bob, Gram, me

Grandpa, Gram, Dennis

Uncle Jim, Dad, Grandpa, and Gram

WELCOME HOME, DENNIS!!!

A couple of weeks ago my little brother (well, not so little anymore!) came home from his mission!! Dennis served for two years in the Argentina, Mendoza mission. It was soooo good to see him and I am so excited for him to be going to the Y! We will have lots of fun going to the football games together. I had a great time in CA with ALL of my siblings! We almost had our ENTIRE family together (minus Dallas--Fall Camp). That hasn't happened in over two years! It was a blast hearing about Dennis' adventures in Argentina and hearing him speak Spanish and English with a thick accent. Welcome home, Den! We love you!

Elder Steele, fresh off the plane!

Looking around, realizing that he's really home

Stunned at how big our little Brett is!

Starting to adjust and showing us some souvenirs

Look at this mate (sp?) cup! Crazy!

Dallas and I can't wait to have you over to hang out with us, Den! We love you!

Final Days of Summer...

Since it's almost been about a month and a half since my last post and SO MUCH has been happening, I thought it about time time to update!!!

BYU Football has officially begun!! Dallas had his season opening game last Saturday and it was a blast! We played Norhtern Iowa and won 17-41. Dallas has made a big position change over to Center since Tom Sorenson had shoulder surgery (get well soon!) and did a great job with his new assignment. Matt started at Left Tackle and it was so much fun watching them out there together. My whole family was able to attend the game (minus J.T. and Britney) and it was so nice to have everyone there. Here are some pictures from the game. Way to go, babe!!

Dallas and me before the game

Dallas running out of the tunnel

Dallas and Matt after the "Haka" #65 (Dallas) and #70 (Matt)

Dallas' first play at Center and Matt's at L. Tackle

Good job boys! We think you're amazing!!! Rah, rah, rah rah rah... Goooo Cougars!!