Proud Momma

Like most other parents I know, I thank God everyday for the beautiful gift of my children. They've completely changed my life and I cherish each and every moment I get to spend with them.

Miss Olivia amazes me everyday with something new. Two weeks ago at church I was a Eucharistic Minister and part of that ministry is to open doors for people of the parish. Well, Gabe wasn't feeling too well that morning, so Dan stayed home with him, leaving me to tackle Mass alone as a Eucharistic Minister. Luckily, the service has a Nursery...as I arrived, I tried to see if any volunteers were in the Nursery yet, but no such luck. I then took Olivia with me to help open doors. She did such a good job and everyone enjoyed her smiling face there to greet them. I was finally able to get her into the Nursery and I didn't even get called to come get her. She enjoyed playing with her friends, Olivia & Luke, and I was able to fulfill my ministry for that Mass.

Today as I was exiting the Rest Stop (Mile Marker 50 on I-69) Restroom, Little O decides to stop and hold the door for complete strangers. Then another person comes along and she runs back to the door and says, "Momma, I have to help him!" So sweet!

Then, I have to brag on her some more...she is so good at praying before all of her meals. If we accidentally forget, she reminds us that "we have to pray!" She even does the sign of the cross. Bless her little heart!

Gabriel "Gabe" also fascinates me everyday with a new joy. His most recent adventure is that he can completely walk on his own and is now even climbing. Watch out world, here he comes!

Peace and Blessings,

Grateful Momma

Nikki's 30th SURPRISE Party!

Kristy planned a fabulous 30th Surprise Birthday for her sister, Nikki last night. Although it was tough for to keep the big surprise a secret, she managed to shock Nikki into tears of joy.

Nikki thought she was going on a "Sisters Night" and so she started out the night at her sister-in-law's house (Lindsey) doing girly things, such as hair & make-up. Other sisters joined her (Kristy-biological sister, and Erica--Lindsey's sister). Then they were going to go out to eat for dinner at Agave's Mexican Restaurant. Just as they walked out onto the patio of Agave's...SURPRISE...Nikki was welcomed by tons of her closest girly friends and family.

Nikki was presented with her Birthday Tiara, Sache, and silly 30 pendant. She even had a 30-Year Old Virgin margarita drink. What a champ!

Then we went to Crazy Pinz for a fun game of bowling. Laura N. had a fantastic score, while my score was 90...lol...very typical for me to have a low score (this was even with help from Bowling Champ Erica & the Bday Girl) but bowling is always a blast with the right crew.

I feel amazingly blessed to be surrounded by a great group of friends. I had the opportunity to meet some wonderful friends/family members of Nikki's and thank God for the gift of Nikki...by strong, smart & super fantastic friend!

Welcome to your 30's Nikki, I hope this new chapter of your life is filled with joyous moments!
You're a beautiful person and deserve the very best!

Shame

Well, Gabe wet his diaper so much last night that it leaked onto his crib sheet. I didn't have time to change it this morning, as I was in a huge rush to get out the door for Dr.'s appts. & work...so I decided to change his sheets tonight right before bed. Low & behold, I had plenty of extra clean mattress pads, but not sheets. Dan & I both searched the house and they are no where to be found...SO...poor lil Gabe is stuck with a pink gingham crib sheet until further notice. Sorry bud, maybe you won't pee your bed next time, eh?!