Sunday, May 31, 2015. I Left My Brain in San Fransisco. We are going go have to make this a weekly post as babies, work, and sleep are taking up the majority of my time. I will try to post every Sunday to keep everyone updated on our craziness. From left to right, Ruby, Everhett, Zadie. Okay, here we go. I, on the other hand, have had my share of experiences with a.

They are incredible because of the way they face the trials of life. They remain remarkably strong and immovable and true to the faith. Wednesday, May 8, 2013. everything else is just a nice added bonus.

Saturday, February 5, 2011. She is so talented and creative. she is always making the cutest stuff. so go! Wednesday, November 24, 2010. Thanks to my sister Autie. Tuesday, November 9, 2010.

Tuesday, January 19, 2010. Why do I do this to myself? Yes, I know all you real. Saturday, September 19, 2009. What did you do today? With these fabulous ladies. These are our cool timing chips. One I wore, by far. And here we are, post-race.

Saturday, April 24, 2010. We are a little late posting this on our blog so for a few of you this is will be old news, however, we are having another little boy. Marianne is preparing for the triple team and dad is preparing to paint another nursery. We are due August 20th. Here are a few profile shots of little baby Dowdle. Any name suggestions? We are pretty open to anything as Marianne and I find boy names much more difficult than girl names. Saturday, March 20, 2010. 2nd Big Announcement of 2010.

The ongoing adventures of John, Kara, Andrew and Grant Nelsen. Thursday, August 21, 2014. Ten years ago today was one of the most important days of my life. I remember vividly how excited and terrified I was of getting married. I loved John and wanted to married him, felt like it was the right thing to do.

Sunday, February 10, 2013. Well, I finally finished my photobook from our Christmas trip to Ohio! Now if I can remember how to post it on the blog. Wish me luck! Click here to view this photo book larger. To create your own Shutterfly photo book. Saturday, August 4, 2012. Click here to view this photo book larger. Are the perfect way to preserve your babys precious moments. Tuesday, July 31, 2012. Click here to view this photo book larger.

Thursday, July 19, 2012. Today Gary, Vanessa and kids hiked up Big Creek Canyon to scout a perfect spot for our Camp Ground-Doggie hike this year! Jed declared it emphatically to be the perfect spot. We are READY! Friday, January 20, 2012. Thursday, January 19, 2012. Home again, home again, giggity gig. Zoe reads a real book.

Tyler, Melissa, Ryan and Casey. Friday, January 7, 2011. For our 1st preschool field trip we went to the local pumpkin patch. Casey was very excited because it was the same pumpkin patch that Ryan went to with his Kindergarten class the day before. Sydney was awesome as usual. She fell asleep about a half hour into our trip. My shoulders were very tired by the end. Wednesday, January 5, 2011.

Wednesday, July 20, 2011. She loved playing in this little pool with her little friends when it was the big kids turn to swim. But this was definitely her favorite part, an ice cream cone at the end! Monday, November 1, 2010. I know I am slightly biased but I think shes the cutest Minnie Mouse I have ever seen. Now if I could only get her to smile for a picture. I think the sprinkles were her favorite part. Who needs a napkin when you have hair? This is an unfortunate new habit of hers.