Friday, November 6, 2009

Our First Little One

This week we welcomed our first little foster baby into our home with lots of excitement! He is a precious little boy. He is easy going and happy and absolutely adorable. He is only here for a few days, but we have enjoyed him and loved on him and been blessed by his sweet personality and cute little chuckle.

It has been a bit crazy though. Jake and Cara have been awesome and embraced the little guy. Abby, not so much. She is definitely the baby of the family and not too happy about the little intruder. Actually, he's not little at all. He is quite big for his age which may be why she doesn't understand why he doesn't do what she says! Apparently our sweet little girl has some issues with sharing :). She's not into sharing her stuff, Jake's stuff, or anyone else's stuff. She stands guard of her toys and the kitchen cabinets. She's like the energizer bunny running around to make sure she keeps track of him every step he takes.

So, all in all, it has been a week. An interesting, crazy, busy week. I think we will all be a little sad to see the little guy go (well, maybe not Abby). He is a sweet, sweet boy and so lovable. He is so happy to see me when he wakes up and when I walk around to get him out of his car seat. What a privilege it has been to love on him, even just a little. I know we will always remember him since he was our first placement. I pray that things get better for his little life and that he is surrounded by people who love him.

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Wednesday, November 4, 2009

Happy Birthday!!!


I didn't know that I could love someone so much until the day I found out about you! You are a joy, a delight, a blessing. You are loved more than you know and you are my favorite boy in the entire world! I thank God for your life every single day and pray that you will love Him with all your heart. You are a passionate, intense little guy. Daddy and I are excited as we watch you grow.

The other day when I went on your field trip and you held my hand I wondered how much longer you would do that?? You are growing up so fast!! When I say "I love you", you say "same to you!" and it makes me happy. So very glad you are part of our family.

Love you,
Mommy


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Sunday, October 25, 2009

Beautiful FALL

We are enjoying fall! Our yard is full of beautiful leaves and we love driving through our neighborhood and seeing all the beautiful colors! It is really gorgeous right now.
Lots going on lately and I can't seem to get a post written.









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Thursday, October 22, 2009

The GOOD List

So, Jake is helping me keep track of who is being good around here. He's in the lead (for now!). Love this!





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Happy Birthday Gramma!!!

Today is my Grandma's 91st Birthday! You'd never know it. HAPPY BIRTHDAY!

We LOVE you!!!




Jeni, Jeremy, Jake, Cara & Abby

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Saturday, October 17, 2009

Holly and Allie

OHHHHHH, I miss her already!


and her...

and yes, this is apparently my "Meet my NIECES outfit". I hadn't planned on wearing the same thing, but then I arrived and it was so cold in St. Louis I decided to wear it again!

Could we all just live in the same state, please?!


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Allie is HERE

Welcome to the world Allie!!! WE LOVE YOU!!!








Our second niece, Allison Leigh (Allie) was born late Wednesday night. The kids and I went for a quick visit after school on Thursday. We enjoyed meeting little Allie and holding her. She's a sweet, sweet baby girl and we already love her so much.

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