#becauseofhim

Karter's first Easter was a bit of a rough one. This poor little guy went through his second bout with Croup the weekend of Easter. He managed to give us a cute grin with his rosy red cheeks while wearing his cute new Easter Pajamas - i totally couldn't help myself, I think they are so cute!

This was the same weekend that Karter decided to start sleeping on his tummy - about giving me a heart attack. but, man, this kid loves to sleep on his tummy, and comes by it honestly, Scott and I are both tummy sleepers.

poor little sicky... if you look by his binky and his mouth you will see two huge drool puddles.

buuuut, let's focus on how cute the little cottontail on his bum is :)

We opted not to go to Church since he was so sick - I was so sad! I had the cutest little Easter outfit and everything for him. We wanted to be there, but he was pretty sick in the morning (we have 9am church) that and we figured most parents wouldn't like it too much if we brought a croupy baby to church

I have a sad video of him napping in the morning, he is snoring like a bear

anyway, by afternoon he perked up a little bit and we decided to see how he would do out and about.

We headed over to the Nunley's, but didn't stay long since there were other babies over there. We did manage to get a picture of some cute baby goats though!! Awww!

We then went over to my Grandma's - luckily he is the youngest by a long shot, so we weren't especially worried about spreading Croup.

My parents spoiled us all with Easter baskets

Karter spent some quality time with Aunt Debbie

and then it was off to search for eggs outside!

Thanks Grandma Sandy for always making this such a fun tradition. We were so glad we were able to come!

This Easter was extra special - I loved the social media blitz that the Church did and this video was amazing!

it really all is because of him. 

Because of him...

i have a wonderful life

a loving husband

a fabulous community i live in

a supportive loving family

a job that helps me provide for my family

the opportunity to be a mom

among many other things...

but that last one, really strikes me.

i love this little goober so much. because of him, my Karter chose me to care for him during his time on earth, how blessed are Scott and I?

Life is good

Happy Easter!

Our Angel from Moroni

Thomas Ray Nunley
Obituary

Thomas Ray Nunley
1936 - 2014
Also known as Sr., Big Tom, Tomass, Andrew and self-proclaimed "Angel from Moroni", left this earth at the young age of 77. Born May 5, 1936 to Alfred Lee and Artie J. Nielsen Nunley. Married his sweetheart, Florence Weeks, on October 8, 1956. They raised 6 fabulous children.
Tom loved life and lived it to the fullest. He loved his family above all. Anyone who knew Tom will never forget how he would liven up a room with his loud voice, sometimes a few inappropriate jokes and the stories he would tell. He loved the outdoors and would spend many hours putting and puttering around in the yard. He lived for every chance he got to be on the golf course or in the mountains hunting and fishing. He had many stories of "the big ones that got away". Tom and Florence were members of the Alpine Country Club for over 30 years and acquired many great friendships there.
Tom owned and operated 2 successful businesses during his life. Tom Nunley's Trucks and a sheep shearing crew for many years which required a lot of hard work and dedication.
He is survived by his beautiful wife Florence, daughters Debra (Calvin) Peel, Diane (Cary) Nelson, Lisa (Gary) Sorensen, Brenda (Tyler) Page, sons Tom Jr. (Connie) and, Kent (Jenny Halligan), 21 grandchildren, 21 great grandchildren, siblings Mary (Eldred) Stephensen, Reed (Evelyn) Nunley and Myrtis Stephensen. Preceded in death by his parents, daughter Christy Kay, 3 brothers and 3 sisters.
Services will be held at 11:15am on Monday, March 31, 2014 at Larkin Sunset Gardens, 1950 East Dimple Dell Road (10600 South in Sandy. A visitation will be held Sunday evening from 6-8pm and on Monday morning from 10 -11am prior to the graveside services. A celebration of Tom's life will follow the services from 2-5pm at the Alpine Country Club, 4994 Country Club Drive, Highland, UT. . Online condolences welcomed at www.larkincares.com.
We love you. You will forever and always be in our hearts.
Rest in peace until we meet again.

I Love the picture of Karter looking up at him, it's like he is saying "tell me stories Grandpa"

Scott's sweet Grandpa passed away on March 24th. Grandpa Nunley was such a sweet man and always gave such big hugs.
Scott is one of only two Grandson's to carry on the Nunley name and Karter is the only Great Grandson that will carry on his name. We couldn't be more proud and we feel so blessed that Karter was able to spend time with him and at least "know" his Great Grandpa a little.

We will miss him so much! Until we meet again!!