As for Mr. Barrett, words can hardly describe how happy this little guy makes us. As we all know, he is a big boy, already 10 months old, but refuses to crawl! This makes it difficult for me, because naturally he wants to be everywhere I am, without any effort of course. Thankfully, he has settled for an "Army" type crawl... He pretty much drags himself with his arms, while moving one leg. It is pretty funny to watch, but it works, and he is fast!! I am constantly having to keep my eye on him, because he wants EVERYTHING, and he will get it if you allow him to. He is doing really well with walking, with our help, of course.... although I am not sure I am ready for that. He has grown so fast and I miss the tiny baby stage already, but we have so much fun with him. He and Taylor are the best of friends. She definitely feels the need to watch over him, especially when I am trying to get something done. If he is upset and I can't make him happy, all I have to do is tell her to talk to him and he just starts cracking up, it is so cute. Another thing he is doing really well with is talking. He can say Mama, Dada (or Da, which is his favorite and every he even gets a glimpse of Isaac, he starts yelling it!), baba, baby, bed, dog, and cat. I have to admit, he absolutely adores his Dad! As soon as he walks in the door, it's "Da, Da, Da, waaa waaaaaa, Da!!", all while bouncing up and down and clapping. I can't be jealous, it allows me to have a little break :)

I must say, there is nothing like Fall in Arizona.... It is mid October and still reaching 90 degrees!

With that being said, we couldn't be happier with where we are. We have been in fast forward mode since arriving here in March... my excuse for being such a poor blogger :) We definitely could not have asked for a better place to be. Our ward here is amazing! Isaac and I both have awesome callings, I am second counselor in Young Women's and he is an Elders Quorum teacher. Like I said, Awesome!! We are so blessed and have so much to be thankful for. Taylor and Barrett are growing like weeds, it is challenging keeping up with them, but the best job in the world. Taylor is in Pre-School now and although she cries for me to leave her, she loves it! She is learning so much and making so many friends. She has to write on everything now and her newfound talent is singing.... at the top of her lungs.... no matter where we are!! Normally Primary songs, so I can't complain much. This last Sunday, Taylor had her very first Primary program. She had a part that she had to memorize and she did it! She got up to the microphone and told the teacher she could do it on her own and said "Our Prophet today is President Thomas S. Monson." I was in tears! Taylor inspires me on a daily basis, her love for her Savior is so present in her life. Her Testimony is growing and helping mine grow along with it.

Fall in Arizona...

8 more weeks!!

Ok, so I am sure everyone knows now that I am a horrible blogger.... It has been too long since I have given an update. Better late then never, right.... Well, as far as news on Isaac goes, not too much has changed. Still no word on an actual homecoming date, but he says that it is getting closer.... whatever that means? He knows he will be back before December 22nd, because that is when their block leaves starts. Hopefully it is way before then. As for us going back to Georgia, we are now putting that thought on hold. As the weeks go by, there is less and less time that would be safe for me to travel. We have decided we will definitely be having the baby in Arizona. We have scheduled to induce on the 1st of December, in hopes of Isaac being home before then. The reasoning for inducing.... It will be much easier to have an actual date for him to take leave. We are all doing great! Things are busy but good for Isaac, and Taylor and I are staying busy. Things with the baby are perfect, and we can't wait to meet him! We hope everyone else is doing good. Thank you all for your prayers, we love you!!

New Calling

So I had been wondering lately if I would receive a calling while in my ward here in Arizona..... I can finally stop wondering :) I have been called to be a teacher in the Relief Society, and even though I have already taught 3 lessons while here, I am still soo nervous!! I am definitely excited about this calling, because I feel like teaching is an area I need lots of practice in. I will be praying that I am able to inspire these women who are already soo knowledgeable.... I am sure they will end up teaching me a thing or two, which is another reason to be excited!! Bring on the lessons :)

Fun times and new news :)

Taylor and I just got back from visiting my Grandparents in Casa Grande, which is 3 hours from where we live. It is right in the middle of the HOT HOT desert!! While the weather was miserable, we had a great time! I think Taylor ran herself completely out of energy... all she wants to do is sleep :) I guess that is not such a bad thing..... As for the new news I have, Isaac informed me today that they have been ordered to complete their Re-deployment health assesment. This means that they will be re-deploying...... home..... hopefully soon!! It will of course take a few months to get everybody home, but I can handle this :) I just want my Husband home, and if I can just get a date out of him, I will be a very happy camper!! Another thing we discussed today, was the fact that he heard that once he re-enlists, he will not get his orders for his next duty station until March. Now, nothing is ever for sure, but we are going to go ahead and count on this. We are definitely NOT willing to live apart until March, so we are going to plan for Taylor and I and possibly baby, to go back to Georgia, as soon as Isaac is home and settled. This is a little different then our perfect plan, but as long as we are together, it doesn't matter. I'm sure there is a possiblity this could change, but as of today, I am really happy with the news of my Husband coming home!! I don't care if he tells me we are moving to Africa, just as long as it's together!! Haha, ok, Africa would be crazy..... We hope everyone is doing great!! We love you all :)

No news is good news....

Well, I don't have much of anything new to tell :( Taylor and I have play dates on Tuesday and Thursday at the park with friends from Church. Taylor has made a new friend whose name is.... Taylor :) They have soo much fun and Taylors mom and I get some mommy time! The other Taylor has a 6 month old brother, so this is also an opportunity for my Taylor to be around a baby brother. She is thankfully very maternal.... but for some reason, she is always so worried about his binky. He is also a great example for me, because he is such an awesome baby. Hardly ever makes a peep :) My fingers are crossed!! As for Isaac, everything is going good. The long hours definitely have him tired, but he is always in a good mood. So far we have kept a pretty good phone schedule, which I am soooo grateful for! My phone is always connected to some part of me though, so I don't miss a call. I definitely didn't expect that we would be able to talk so much, so it has been a huge blessing. Still no real word on when he will be home for sure.... there is still talk of them starting to leave as early as September. My fingers are still crossed for this one too! Although it has been very hard having him away, I can't help but be so proud of his service to our Country :) We love you all!!