A day at Aunt Liz's house visiting Mama Olga and Papa John

Pictures with Grandma and Grandpa

(Ryleigh is trying for a get away)

Jared as a little guy 2006

My cute little brother, he is so loved. 

Layden's is Jaundice

Layden's bilirubin level are high, he started on phototherapy (light treatment). The blue wave length of natural light is absorbed by the bilirubin chemical in his skin when it is exposed to the light. 

Ryleigh meets Layden's: Big Brother

"Big Brother"

I look into your face big brother,
I wonder what we’ll do,
When I am big enough to stand,
And one day play with you.
I look into your face big brother,
and give a great big smile,
I love it when you spend time with me
And play with me awhile.
I look into your face big brother,
I’m watching all you do ,
I cannot wait until I grow up
And be a big kid just like you.

Layden's Birth

With hearts filled with love, we proudly introduce our son, Layden Paul Stimmel Watch out world, here comes another Stimmel boy! Meet our new little buba. 7 1/2 week early, were happy to say that Layden is a health boy and will be really to play in 1 to 2 months ready to play. Our son is a most precious gift.

"I love you"

I loved you from the very start,
You stole my breath, embraced my heart.
Our life together has just begun,
You're part of me my little one.

As mother with child, each day I grew,
My mind was filled with thoughts of you.

I'd daydream of the things we'd share,
Like late-night bottles and teddy bears.
Like first steps and skinned knees,
Like bedtime stories and ABC's.

I thought of things you'd want to know,
Like how birds fly and flowers grow.
I thought of lessons I'd need to share,
Like standing tall and playing fair.

When I first saw your precious face,
I prayed your life be touched with grace.
I thanked the angels from above,
And promised you unending love.

Each night I lay you down to sleep,
I gently kiss your head and cheek.
I count your little fingers and toes,
I memorize you eyes and nose.

I linger at your nursery door,
Awed each day I love you more.
Through misty eyes, I dim the light,
I whisper "I Love You" every night.

I loved you from the very start,
You stole my breath, embraced my heart.
As mother and child our journey's begun,
My heart's yours forever little one.

"A Mother's Love For Her Son"

A mother's love for her son is pure and special.
It can not be broken or reckon with.
It's a kind of love that softens even the hardest of hearts.
Love between mother and son is strong and visible from the sea.
It brings peace of mind and drys sad tears.
It can bring a man to his knees and make him weep.
A mother's love for her son is not hidden or shy,
but is ever lasting that grows stronger each day.