C E L E B R A T I O N!

When Max looked like this, I feared he would never be able to play like this:
Now we celebrate the fact that he is a very healthy, energetic, mischievous & SWEET
2 year old boy!

A boy who loves trains, so much, that my dear, dear Kelly created a completely edible train cake,just for him! Complete with Jr. Mints (just for Mommy right?). Max loved it and his ear to ear grin was thanks enough to Kel for a job very well done.

Delighted by his presents, Max lovingly thanked each person with a hug & a kiss.

One last shot at the cake.....sorry.....I'm just so proud of Kelly, I can't help it!

My heart is full with thankfulness to a loving Father in Heaven who heard my desperate prayers 2 years ago. I must continue to remind myself that Max's zeal and endless energy is exactly what I wanted and exactly what I got. I enjoy being his Mother for so many reasons. At times I feel overwhelmed by the amount of attention that Max demands; but relish in the love our boy has for his Mother. Tonight I celebrate answers to prayers, sweet little boy chatter, love of life, trains, cars, balls, hoops, running, jumping, swimming, swinging, laughing. Tonight, I celebrate our Son. Happy Birthday Max!!

Cha-Ching!

It happened!! Elizabeth lost her very first tooth....literally. I remember far to well when she was cutting that tooth and it wasn't pretty. Now, it's gone, Forever!

The question now: the tooth fairy. So, how much does the tooth fairy bring your little tooth-less kidlets? What do they put their lost teeth in? Growing up, we put ours in a plastic bag and the $$ always varied. I think it depended on how much 'coin' the fairy had at that particular moment. I however feel the need to 'start as I mean to go on' (The Baby Whisperer) and set a price point NOW. So fess' up ya all.......what's a fairy to do?

Off to Never NeverLand!

Presenting: Peter Pan, Tinkerbell & Tigerlily!

Halloween Highlight #1- Max totally understood the idea of trick-or-treating!

Halloween Highlight #2- Lizzy experienced the joy in wearing a wig!

Halloween Highlight #3- ROSIE!! I mean really, can you think of a better 'tink'?

Got Sweat?

Richard Simmons himself and his success story in the making were seen partying at a local hot spot Saturday Night. Richard delighted party goers with his enthusiasm for work-out clothing trends by displaying his new line called "GOT SWEAT?". Both Richard and his protege were sporting tank tops and other appreal from the highly anticipated fitness line (sold at fine work out apparel stores everywhere).

All kidding aside, I must thank my good sport husband for wearing an entire large bag of batting, sweats, shorts, tee-shirt, tank-top, wrist bands, a sweat band; and in so doing, making my Halloween Dreams come true!

Wedded Bliss!

They did it!

Cindy was such a Beautiful Bride, she glowed!

Our family cleaned up pretty well too.

Rosie was quite sure Shawn was Cindy's Handsome Prince,

(Cindy thinks so too).

The Celebration lasted well into the late evening, with
the grandchildren leading the festivities.

Rosie was concerned that Ila didn't have
suitable wedding attire. But, the Barbies DID!

And yes, Max did keep the Hat on almost the entire evening!

As I watched Lizzy, I had a moment to reflect on another

wedding day....in the future....what will that be like?

Never you fear, there is always time for a good round of Barbies!

Even though the day was busy, Cindy still found time to spend with her biggest fans, her nieces!!

I can't remember a wedding when I was so happy for the bride and groom.....besides my own! Cindy and Shawn are a darling couple and their happiness was contagious for everyone present. Shawn says that Cindy is "dream girl" and wasn't embarrassed to let everyone know it. Cindy was glowing, so much so that I think it kept her warm on a cold October day. Congratulations Cindy and Shawn! What a beautiful wedding! What a handsome Couple! Thanks for letting us share your day!

It's Time

Canning Time!

Canners unite, the time has come to stay up late, smell like tomtatoes for a week, stick to your floor from sugary syrup water, relish in hearing the sweet popping lid sound, order out (because you can't possibly cook and can on the same day) and enjoy the simple pleasure of a well stocked pantry.

So, what has Nana & Clan Canned:

Tomatoes

Pears

The Same, But Different

Rosie has been waiting a lonnnnngggg time for this moment.......PRESCHOOL! I know we aren't suppose to compare children but, this time I must. When I took Lizzy to the exact same Preschool, she ran for the door and I had to physically pull her back to snap a quick (and I mean quick) picture of her. Rose on the other hand enjoyed every minute of me dotting on her. I loved the feeling of her warm, still chubby hand grabbing mine and wanting me to walk her to the door. They were totally different experiences but, I found myself loving both for different reasons.
Now as I look at pictures of these 2 little girls, both wearing the same dress, both standing in the same spot, I am reminded of how unique they truly are. I am learning to appreciate and love them for their differences. I am learning to enjoy the moment and I am so happy to have a preschooler once again!