By adopting a child and helping them reach their potential, they help us
reach ours. An adopted child is not an unwanted child; to the contrary.
They are a child who was searched for, prayed for, cried for, begged
for; received by arms that ached, making empty hearts full. Love is meant to be shared." - Author unknown

Thursday, October 18, 2007

Natalie's 1st Hair cut

Well, I finally did it! I cut Natalie's baby hair off. While trying to comb out the snarls in the back of her hair, I realized that it would look so much thicker if I trimmed off the shaggy baby hair. So, with scissors in hand, I took a deep breath and, SNIP!

BEFORE



AFTER

Monday, October 8, 2007

Just like riding a Bicycle!


They say that you never forget how to ride a bicycle. Well, you may always remember how, but that doesn't mean that your body will forgive you for trying! Today I picked up my brand new bicycle (quit laughing!!!). It has been, well, about 34 years since I have sat my fanny on one. Oh the brain remembered how, but the coordination left a lot to be desired. I was swerving all over the street. But I will say that it was fun. Natalie had a great time in her cart, riding behind daddy. She thought it was cool that her mama was riding along with them. Silly child. No really, I think that I could actually enjoy this. And maybe reap the benefits of losing a few pant sizes as well.

Friday, October 5, 2007

Li'l Biker Gal

We broke down and got a bicycle trailer/stroller for Natalie. Though we were uncertain how she would like it, since she does not like to be restrained in anything. But our little speed demon proved us wrong, yet again! She loves it. On her first ride, she was squealing with delight. In the below photo, she is yelling "Wheeeee-wheeee!".

Thursday, October 4, 2007

Tiny Bubbles

Since it was so beautiful outside today, we took the bubbles out and Natalie had a blast chasing them all over the side yard. Nice thing was that it wore her out and she took a decent nap this afternoon. YEAH! I think that Jon and I had as much fun as Natalie did.

And then we found this most boo-tee-ful flower.