***sniff, sniff, sniff***

My baby graduated from Kindergarten today.  I was the proud Mama blubbering on the back row.  At least I had my huge camera to hide my face right! 

This little guy is SUCH an amazing kid.  He overcame the odds right from the start and continues to amaze us each and everyday.  My heart swells with pride when I see him accomplishing so much.  He is so kind and compassionate and I thank God for him everyday!  I think Winnie the Pooh said it best...

"Sometimes, said Pooh, the smallest things take up the most room in your heart."

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Of course my kid is the one in the one in the back with the long "skater dude" haircut.

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More tears from Mama!!

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Our beloved Mrs. Lingmann.  Logan woke up sobbing yesterday, he was so sad to leave his favorite teacher.  He was going to miss her so much he couldn't help crying.

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Mrs. "V" the kindergarten aide, another amazing part of Logan's 1st year of school.

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Because I'm a sentimental sap I thought I would add a photo from the day Logan came home from the hospital.  He was 5 days old here and yes he was smiling at his Mama!

Well, now it's official.  My baby is growing up and no one checked with me to see if I was ok with it.  You'd better watch out, there's one amazing kid ready to take to on the world!

I need another tissue,

Angela

http://www.lilyquistphotography.com/

What a ride!!!

This last Sunday May 16th Wright's Motorcycle http://www.wrightsmotorcycleparts.com/ sponsered the annual Shriners Kids Benefit Ride.  Obviously it's a no-brainer that we would be involved.  Unfortunately we don't have a bike of our own to actually "ride" in the event but we participated in the picnic/raffle/party afterward.  The bikers left Wright's about 10am but hit a little bump in the road on their way.  3 bikers were injured in a crash that closed down Parley's Canyon and sent them to the hospital.  This delayed the arrival of the larger part of the group.  Eventually everyone ended up at West Bountiful Park around 1pm.  To say that it was a moving experience would be a huge understatement. 

We went to the picnic last year while Savanna still had her braces on and just stood there crying at all the love and support these amazing people were giving kids and our child in particular.  This time there was a little less crying but still plently of love and support.  We had 7 different bikes and 16 people not including the 4 of us that participated specifically for Savanna and our family.  There are not words in the english language to describe the gratitude and love that we have for everyone that came and for Shriners Hospital.  They have truly changed our lives forever!

Now it's on to some fun photos of the day...

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Just some of the bikes that came to the park.

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Another view :)

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The El Kalah Shrine bus.

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The yellow bandana they gave out at the ride.  There was a sea of them everywhere and it just made me smile.

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These bears were for sale for $5 with ALL the proceeds benefitting Shriners.  That's right 100% of the proceeds from the ride, the bingo game and the raffle all went to benefit Shriners.  Everyone that was helping participated as a volunteer and all the food and prizes were donated. 

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Rob and Savanna on-stage during bingo and the raffle.  They asked them to get up and say a couple words about Savanna and what Shriners means to us.  Of course they were MORE than happy to oblige!

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More bikes!!

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My kiddos on our friend Will's bike.  Obviously not dressed for the occasion :)

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Savanna riding with my brother-in-law Dave. 

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Logan's turn-he was fearless as usual!

We just want to publically thank Shriners Hospital, Wright's Motorcylce, KBER 101, all the other sponsors and most importantly all the bikers and our family and friends for participating. 

xoxoxoxoxoxoxo!!

Angela

http://www.lilyquistphotography.com/

http://www.shrinershq.org/

http://www.wrightsmotorcycleparts.com/

http://www.kber.com/

A Face Made For Radio...

I've always said that I have a perfect radio face :).  All kidding aside our 5 minutes of radio fame was so much fun!  Mick and Allen of KBER (http://www.kber.com/) are totally genuine guys who care a lot about kids.  We arrived at the station a few minutes early as instructed.  Apparently they had some computer problems and were running a few minutes late.  Savanna and I waited in the lobby with Melissa from Shriners.  We had a rousing game of hangman going to pass the time.  Of course Savanna was talkative and bubbly in the lobby but was totally nervous and shy once we got in the studio.  We got to sit on the tall stools and wear the big DJ headphones.  Savanna was quite amused by the moving microphones.  I was touched to see that both Mick and Allen had read Savanna's story from the Shriners website.  They were prepped and ready to go.  I ended up doing most of the talking as Savanna was pretty quiet.  All in all I can definietly say it was an experience to remember!

Thanks KBER for inviting us into the studio and promoting such a wonderful cause!  If you want to join us The Wrights Motorcycle Benenfit Ride is this Sunday the 16th.  Signups start at 8:30am at Wrights 3500 s. State St in SLC.  The weather should be good so the riders will have couple canyon ride options.  They'll finish up at West Bountiful Park around lunchtime (12 or 1pm or so).  We will be at the picnic and raffle in the park, showing our support for Shriners.  It is definitely a worthwhile cause if you can make it!

Thanks again for all those who listened and sent us your love!
xoxoxo
Angela
http://www.lilyquistphotography.com/

tune in to KBER 101.1 tomorrow at 2:30pm

Savanna and I are being interviewed by Mick and Allen from KBER 101 tomorrow at 2:30pm.  We will be there supporting Shriners Hospital and The Wrights Motorcycle Charity Ride this Sunday the 16th.  If you get a chance tune in and listen or hope online and listen live at http://www.kber.com/ You can read more about Savanna's story and experience with Shriners at http://www.shrinershq.org/Hospitals/SaltLakeCity/HospitalStories/SavannasDreams

We're super excited about the interview and the ride Sunday.  We love Shriners so much and can't wait to help out in anyway we can.

xoxoxo
Angela
http://www.lilyquistphotography.com/

Happy Mother's Day!

Just wanted to pop in and say Happy Mother's Day to all the mothers out there.  Like every other woman on earth I had NO idea what I was getting myself into.  That being said I am incredibly blessed to have not 1 but 2 miracle babies gracing my life every single day.  Without out them my life would not be complete...or nearly as exciting I might add.  So relax, put your feet up and enjoy the day...

These are photos from last year but you get the idea right.  And yes I DEFINITELY needed some lip gloss.

xoxoxo

Angela

http://www.lilyquistphotography.com/

2 little goddesses...

I'm not even sure if that is how you spell goddesses but I'm going with it anyway. :)  Today I thought I would share a fun session I had recently with 2 very adorable little girls.

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This is Hera and Luna and they are having a tea party.  With muffins of course.  Handmade by their sweet Mama I might add.

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Not only do they like tea and muffins but they LOVE to read.  Girls after my own heart for sure.

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Peak...

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...a-boo!

Are these girls not the sweetest?  I have been working with their family since Hera the big sister was just a baby.  I know I have said it before but it's worth repeating.  Thank you all so much for entrusting me with your precious little ones.  Capturing your memories is truly an honor that I am grateful for everyday.  I absolutely love watching all these sweet kiddos grow up and it is always such a pleasure to play... or I mean work with them all!

Now before I get all sappy and start blubbering I'd better go.

xoxoxoxo!

Angela

http://www.lilyquistphotography.com/