technology saved the day.

being away from both of our mother's was a bit hard yesterday.

we miss them both oh, so much.

my dear mother is in utah,

while lovebird's sweet mother is in heaven.

we're thankful for the remarkable mothers they were and continue to be. 

my mother being my everything- including my best friend

and lovebird's mom being his inspiration and maker of his personality...

is just the beginning to who they are to us. 

we are forever indebted to their sweet spirits.

they've showered us with kisses, hugs, advice, tears and support.

we love you, both. 

hope you enjoyed receiving flowers through the phone-

bet you didn't know we were that on top of it, did you?

mother's day meant something different this year:

crew's {aka: elder carlson} first mother's day on the mission!

we {finally} got to speak with him and see his handsome face!

due to the wonders of technology,

he was able to call home {via skype} to my family in utah.

they then called us {via the iPhone} so that we could use FaceTime to see him!

it was all so complicated.

viewing him through two screens was better than nothing.

quick update:

i'm forever grateful for his distinct laugh,

his devotion {and frustration} with the language,

the happiness that came radiating from his heart,

and his love for mexico, the gospel and the people around him

i hope you all had an awesome day spoiling your mother's with love yesterday.  

we sure did, even being miles and aeons away from them.

xoxo

spring break, baby!

hello to a new week.

{a spring break week.}

my mother is in town,

so blogging will have to be on 

the back burner for a couple more days.

{so sorry}

i hope you had a lovely easter.

we sure did.

even though it was spent mostly indoors due to lovebird being so sick.

a day full of church, an easter dinner, cuddles, movies

and a drive to the country roads to visit the baby cows.

i promise to post pictures as soon as i get the time.

until then, have a happy week- 

i can't wait to read up on your fun weekends.

xo

never new how much joy could fill a little mailbox.

dear mailman: you always make my day.

all good things come in the mail.

and this week our mailbox has been full of nothing but just that.

{good things, happy notes, and surprise packages.}

1. another sweet hello and happy letter from little brother.

he's happy and doing well. what a relief.

2. a st. patrick's day package from the leprechaun.

{also known as: the best mother in the world}

full of all things green:

shoes, shirts, treats, gold coins, a pair of earrings, letters, and a little bird vase.

3. a much anticipated package from fedex.

which carried a little gem from oc tanner in it.

{another pun intended}

we are happy over here when our mailbox surprises us.

we usually only get lots of adds, random mail and bills.

but this week was an exception to that rule.

and we are feeling loved.

and the biggest lesson learned from this:

i need to send mail more often.

even if its just a postcard or small little note saying hello.

why? because if it brings so much joy to me-

why not share that with those you love.

make someone's day and send them a quick note.

it only takes words and 41 pennies. 

you won't regret it.

and they will love you forever.

happy friday, dear friends. 

i'd love to send you a little love note in your mailbox.

email me your address! 

{thelittlelovebirds.blog@gmail.com}