New Beginnings...

Last Wednesday was New Beginnings for our Young Women. I was so glad to get it overwith but it I thought it turned out nice. Our theme for the night was "I Believe..." (Thank you Heather for all of the great ideas!!!) We asked the YW to make "belief boards" to display. They were given a board and asked to make it represent them and all of the things they believe in from the gospel to friends to food. They turned out nice and I was happy that every young women had one to share. Here are some pictures of the great job they did.

Baby brother almost here...

Well, if you haven't noticed from the count down on the side of my blog I am down to just over 3 weeks until this baby is due! All I can say is WOW! It has gone by fast. It's hard to believe my pregnancy is almost over.
I'm not quite sure why, but it has been so difficult for us to come up with a name for this child. We just haven't been able to come up with anything we both agree on! With Caleb we knew his name a few months before he was born and we were calling him Caleb for a long time. This one is still "Baby Gunnell." We do have a couple names in mind but we aren't set on any certain one. I do think his middle name will be Jordan because it is a combination of his Grandfathers, Joy and Gordan. The hard part is coming up with a name to go with Jordan. Jared really likes the name Grant and recently I decided I like the name Kyson but it could be something totally different than either of those. I am really hoping when he is born we will be able to look at him and say, "He looks like a _____!"
I think Caleb is sensing that something is going on. He has gotten VERY attached to me lately. I can't leave him for even a minute without him being so sad! On Sunday I just went up on the stand to practice with the choir and he freaked out! Then in nursery I left him just long enough to go to the bathroom and it just broke his heart! (Yeah...remember how I was excited about him going to nursery and having a few weeks without a child in class with us? Now one of us can't even go to class:) I am getting worried about how he is going to react when I have another baby to take care of. I hope he adjusts ok.
Well, those are my two dilemas! Anyone have any suggestions for me? All in all we are getting very excited to have another child. I'm also quite nervous about the delivery but I try not to think about it too much. I'm just looking forward to having him here and a part of our family!

I Sure LOVE You!!!

For the most part, Andrea is the one who takes care of the blog. I had initially set it up, but she has made it her own. I want to come on and let her know how much I love her. For many of you who visit our site and know us personally, I am extremely busy with school, work, and family. I have an amazing, wife and friend who supports and sustains me every step of the way. I don’t think I tell her enough how much I appreciate all she does. She is the most forgiving individual you will ever meet. I truly mean that. She has the spirit of Christ in her heart all the time. She seeks to do good and it shows. She is just a very happy person.
May I also say what an amazing mother she is. She loves Caleb and baby to be so much. She is so patient with Caleb. She loves being a mother and I know that when our next boy arrives, she will be fantastic at raising both of them. I am lucky to have someone who honors her womanhood.

Andrea is also a great example to those around her. She tries so hard to be friends with others and make sure that everyone feels comfortable and loved. She loves being with the young women in our ward and she tries to do things for them that will help them feel the spirit in their lives.

All in all, I have an amazing wife. Andrea, I love you very much. I don’t say it enough and I just want to let you know that I appreciate all the things that you do for me and our children. You’re the best!!