Bottle 'a Red, Bottle 'a White......

Ever have one of those days? This should take care of both of us!

First Haircut

Luckily she was in good hands with Zyta the Magnificent on scissors!

I'm not sure who was sorrier to see those little locks go...her or her Papa!

Darling Tina

Welcome, Tina...welcome to our hearts, our thoughts and our dreams for you.

You and each of your Starfish brethren are very, very special. We are so looking forward to watching you grow under the expert care, affection, love and compassion of Amanda and her staff.

We pray that your forever family will arrive very soon to bring you home and that your life will bring you only peace, joy and happiness from today forward.

Know this, little one...you are beautiful and you are loved from here to China and back again!

Lucky Lady

Although both of my babies were sick and stayed home today while their Papa and I went to work in shifts;

Although there were at least 6 loads of laundry to do from the evil middle of the night stripping of the beds and pajamas dance that said "sicknesses" usually bring;

Although I nearly fell asleep during my afternoon meeting at work today in a room full of people;

Although it was only 15 degrees when I stepped out of our little infirmary and into the bitter cold air this morning;

I heard from lots of friends and family both near and far today congratulating me on making it another year;

Mom brought by a lovely dinner from her favorite Italian restaurant;

Dad sent me a very sentimental note;

I received the longest stemmed pink roses ever from my dear friend in the UK and a very special box from the NYC Trio (mmm good things come in small packages!);

I officially ditched the diet for the evening and ate some of my favorite snack chips and a piece of carrot cake;

My children ran to the door when I arrived home;

My darling husband had them sign and kiss a card for me (they raided my lipstick and smooched the daylights out of that card!);

I spent the evening in my sweats just relaxing and feeling the warmth of our cozy little home;

I had the privilege of seeing Tina's face for the first time and began to hope for her;

I cuddled my kids to sleep and listened to them breathe (that peaceful sound I love so much).

It was in those quiet hours that I reflected on years past, how time truly does fly and then looked in the mirror and welcomed the passing of yet another year and the beginning of this new one ahead of me wondering where it will take me.

I realize more each day that wasting time worrying about the things that don't matter only zaps the energy from the things that do.

The number means nothing....I am a Fire Horse. I am happiest when I am galloping freely. I have only just begun to hit my stride!

I am one Lucky Lady!

Chaneling One's Inner Michelin Man

First time playing in the snow for this baby. After a few lessons from her big brother, the professional, she was ready to roll! Oh what a wonderful day it turned out to be.....

My Little Man

isn't so little anymore!

Each day I catch glimpses of the man he is becoming. What an amazing journey. I'm so thankful to have this front row seat.

Mesmerized

by the one, the only
E-L-M-O!

(I guess it could be worse...it could be Barney!)

Chess Anyone?

Bobby Fisher, I'm not.
I don't really play, I'm more of a throw the pieces around kinda gal.

More January Fun

January 2009

Little Miss Personality!

Only Uncle Mike understands how to dress my personality! Thanks, Uncle Mike!!

15 Months

Time is passing so quickly. My baby is a toddler already.

My Beauties

 

Making Christmas Memories 2008

We had a busy weekend....if the mother holds up until Christmas it'll be a miracle! I feel like a racehorse sensing a glue factory nearby. However, just when I think I can't fit one more thing into my day...I turn to see these two beauties smile and it makes it all worthwhile. Maybe the ole' gal's got a few more laps left in 'er after all!

Snow Day Take Two......

A second full day of snow and the kids are loving it.........

 

Snow Day

No school, chicken soup, hot chocolate, homemade cookies....life is GOOD!

WonderBoy with his Favorite Pal

Irresistible....Whatever She Wants

 

My First Love

No words can describe how much I love this child! Just the sight of him brings me such joy every single day.

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