my bro

I am blessed to have a brother that has always (or almost always) been my friend. We are only 16 months apart and because of the closeness in age, we have been through a lot together. When Chris was on his mission, he wrote me letters religiously! They are treasures! I came across them the other day and got teary eyed. When Chris proposed to his cute wife, Kelly and I were there. He had put the ring in an Easter egg and placed it on "This is the Place Monument". Kelly and I hid to safe guard the ring while the couple meandered to the egg! When newly weds, Kel and I and Chris and Nikki would get together and have FHE together and had amazing discussions. Chris has always been open and honest with me, sharing a lot of personal feelings that I feel honored to have heard and been a part of. Well, he and Nikki moved to ID shortly after their marriage and it was years and miles that seemed to separate. but a couple years ago they moved back to UT with their 3 boys and we were all so excited! Now that they are back (and have a new addition-- A girl, FINALLY!) we are spoiled! I love hanging out with my bro and his family. He has married the perfect, most sweet woman and I am sooo happy to have ANOTHER sister! Last weekend I took some pictures for them and they were kind and gracious not to laugh too hard at my attempt! Chris is a photographer and so I was nervous to have him see my mistakes but he was sooo understanding! I love this family and had to share a few photos. One of their favorite activities as a family is dirt biking! I thought this picture of Chris and the boys fit them perfectly! I hope I'm not ruining anything Nikki. Erika will be the only one to see these! Plus, once Chris photo shops these, they will be even more special! (Christmas card shot not included!) Love you guys! Don't go anywhere!!!