tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-82287338266458186412024-03-14T11:23:04.186-04:00Embracing Life's JourneysShellyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08168992059794528674noreply@blogger.comBlogger209125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8228733826645818641.post-43669012562351016542012-04-22T20:30:00.001-04:002012-04-22T21:06:56.004-04:00Salute<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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The awesome view from my window in my classroom! Wednesday, I arrived to work early, found an online piano music station, and was completing paperwork and my have-to's. A looming darkness cast a shadow over my desk, and when I looked outside...a deer was meandering two feet from my window into the woodland area. I quickly grabbed my camera, but forgot the two locks on the swindow and missed my chance to capture a deer portrait. But, oh Hello, Sun!<br />
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As part of a project, Austin was researching Abe Lincoln for school. All the second graders prepared a speech, costume, and poster and we all met Tuesday evening for the Wax Museum.<br />
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The whole family attended and celebrated his moment. He worked diligently on saying,"Emancipation Proclamation" and all the parents congratulated him on his effort.<br />
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Sarah and Addy walked along, hand in hand, and listened intently to other famous Americans. Sarah was respectful and recognized Dr. Seus' hat.<br />
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Soon, the hour was finished and Austin was sweating, hot, and tired from standing so he took off his hat. Sarah tried it on for good measure.<br />
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Then, backed herself up to the wall, held out her hand, and spoke when her "button" was touched.<br />
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Bike-Riding 101: Austin has been "practicing' every night on his bike. It's getting better, and oh how the angels were singing Thursday evening when he asked, "Can I go ride my bike?"<br />
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Look, even a smile on his face. And Sarah is running back and forth to follow him on his journey.<br />
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Our friends came over Saturday, and the kids were waiting for their pajama party. As soon as they pulled into the driveway, three heads were smooshed to the windows.<br />
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This week, the sun and warmer temperatures are retreating and we'll be back to fleece coats, boots, and long pants. <br />
Have a wonderful week, and Keep Smiling!Shellyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08168992059794528674noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8228733826645818641.post-54756519283143783682012-04-16T22:05:00.001-04:002012-04-16T22:42:20.909-04:00Weekend Wave<b>You must live in the present, launch yourself on every wave, find your eternity in every moment.</b><br />
<b>Henry David Thoreau</b><br />
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That my friends sums up a weekend of wonder. Oh my stars...<br />
Every year, I try to take a class or two for my teaching craft. To inspire, jump start, learn something new, a way to keep those fires going. The class was Friday evening and all day Saturday. It was a Make It/Take It class. A few hours where I could fabulatize, color, glue, and fancify stuff to use in my classroom. While working all weekend is not ideal, the weather on Saturday was dismal, dreary, and wet.<br />
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The school was decorating for their high school prom with an Old Hollywood Glam theme, complete with the red carpet and marquee lights. My new friends and I took a walk and I did my best Hollywood pose on the red carpet.<br />
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Then the gray skies parted, bursting with rays of sunshine all around. What a day to behold, and we soaked up the sunshine.<br />
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Bike rides, walks in the woods. My little girl wants to walk instead of being in the wagon. She pulled the wagon a ways, then we played Stop and Go. She never tires until it's time for bed.<br />
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</div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Today marks one year since we had our first face-to-adorable-face meeting with Sarah, and took up residence in the <a href="http://embracinglifesjourneys.blogspot.com/2011/04/city-by-sea.html">City by the Sea</a> to wait out the legal process of bringing her home. Many of you followed our journey leading up to April 13, 2011and have continued to share in our adventures over the past year. We appreciate the support and encouragement we receive from each of you.</div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><br />
</div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">A year has flown by and it's been amazing to see the changes in Sarah and rest of the family...</div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><br />
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Imagine my displeasure when this was all I could achieve before we had to leave for church. Easter baskets had exploded in the front room. Sarah was signing the word candy as chocolate drool spewed out of her mouth and her feet were bare. And so my photo didn't happen and I snapped this in the car!<br />
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Before I left Sarah in the most blessed hands of our Miss Patty, I left these instructions with her. "If you paint(which Patty is always up for some artsy activity for her kids), place a garbage bag around her. I'm getting a family photo after church or nobody eats lunch!" And Miss Patty and all her helpers made certain not a stain or offending mark was on my Sarah when I picked her up. My Easter was complete and I have my beautiful family pictures.<br />
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An Easter and birthday celebration was on the agenda, complete with more Easter baskets from the grandparents.<br />
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<b>The Bunny</b><br />
Sarah and I share a special time together after her bath. We sing and play games. She sits on a stool across from me, intently watching my mouth and motions as I sign to see how to move her mouth. I taught her Jesus Loves Me in sign language, and she has sung it for her grandparents. The bunny was special, and her eyes lit up as she recognized the song it played. For the next half hour, she played that over and over, dancing, signing, and showing everyone of her new found treasure. <br />
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Easter isn't complete without an Easter Egg hunt. Aunt Stephanie and Grandma Linda stuffed eggs for the celebration. The kids enjoyed hunting for treasure, counting the eggs and the adults watched with cameras snapping to capture the memory.<br />
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Dates are not easy for me to remember. I think about the times, the seasons, the happenings, but not always dates. I was caught off guard when my father-in-law said it was a year today that you left for Sarah. I knew it was around Easter, but the dates for Easter change.<br />
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Another Grandma at the party, with her own amazing journey this year, asked if we would celebrate Gotcha Day. At that moment, the sights, sounds, emotions all began coming back in a flood, not trickling. Gotcha Day...<br />
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My eyes began to well up with tears, and it hit me hard. <br />
I don't have the memories of Gotcha Day, the once in a lifetime photos and video of walking her out of the orphanage door, the gates closing one last time. A few days before Mother's Day, we learned that our dates were to be postponed, yet again. Our children at home were struggling, and we made the gut-wrenching decision for me to leave after court. Andy would finish the process and take her out of the orphanage. <br />
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That entire week, every visit with Sarah, I was an emotional wreck. I'd begin tearing up, coloring with her. I broke down reading Five Little Monkeys to her, and complete sobs erupted when I tried to make it through Brown Bear. Holding her, caressing her cheek as I lay kiss after kiss on her, an emotional free fall. Sunglasses were my favorite accessory to hide my tear-stained cheeks. The last moments with her before I left, praying she wouldn't forget who I was and I made Andy promise he would do her hair and take all the pictures and video he could.<br />
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I had envisioned the day in my mind. The outfit, her hair bows, shoes. We'd walk a little, I'd carry her out, and every moment would be captured. Our plans do not always add up to reality.<br />
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Skyping with my father that week, sobbing miles away, his words will be forever etched in my mind and heart.<br />
"Shelly, perhaps this isn't to be your moment. God wants this to be Andy's moment to have and you are not to be part of that plan." As difficult as it is to understand why, I will never understand, nor is it my place to question a master plan. Even now as I type, the tears are streaming because I will never have her Gotcha Day. I do have a wonderful video Andy made and posted the day I returned to bring her home...<a href="http://www.embracinglifesjourneys.blogspot.com/2011/05/sound-of-gate.html">The Sound of the Gate</a>.<br />
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When I was sharing this story with the women around the table at Easter, and their eyes were filling, I said, "We will celebrate her coming home. Memorial Day weekend is the day our family was united, together. We will celebrate her homecoming then. That will be our Gotcha Day, her moment. I have had many beautiful, heart-warming celebrations with her and will continue to have every minute."<br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Embracing our journey, daily.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div>Shellyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08168992059794528674noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8228733826645818641.post-14449086943970032532012-04-07T21:35:00.000-04:002012-04-07T21:35:47.001-04:00Hello, Spring<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-k4BeFQJ2IJo/T4DchzwtQFI/AAAAAAAADDc/SWxBxj3ymkE/s1600/DSC_0343.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="428" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-k4BeFQJ2IJo/T4DchzwtQFI/AAAAAAAADDc/SWxBxj3ymkE/s640/DSC_0343.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><br />
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I love the sun, it's warmth, the heat. <br />
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One year ago....<br />
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A year ago, we packed our bags, said goodbye to our kids, and traveled across the ocean to meet Sarah. I look back at what a year we've had. She is as spunky as ever and more independent, and definitely a risk-taker. She has yet to master the concept that she doesn't float when the life jacket is taken off.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Taking a picture of her sister during the program.</td></tr>
</tbody></table><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-vAxSlzpXCjY/T4DcTojHySI/AAAAAAAADDU/_FqFZnThA-E/s1600/DSC_0337.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="576" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-vAxSlzpXCjY/T4DcTojHySI/AAAAAAAADDU/_FqFZnThA-E/s640/DSC_0337.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>I laugh as I'm now Sarah's mama to everyone we see. At school, "Sarah, your mama's here." Dropping the kids off at their parties, and the kids and their mamas' ask, "Where's Sarah?" She's known and recognized in our circles. She is loved and I marvel at the gift we received the moment she came home. Whenever she passes a milestone, learns something new, or will find her Easter basket tomorrow that matches her siblings, I count my blessings, my half-full glass.<br />
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While we were in Florida, she was a rock star. The neighbors in the pool, those passing by, could hardly wait until Sarah joined them. Even those we see one week every year, she mesmerizes in her cute factor way. My parents loved watching her take to the water in a few short days, and they, also, see the blessings she has bestowed on our family. "She will never know how truly blessed she is," was a remark spoken in the pool. <br />
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But, it's the other way around. We are the ones who are truly honored, blessed, and been given a gift like no other. I can't look back at the 3 1/2 years she was alone. All we do is look forward to where she is going, what she will do, and how she will make a difference in this world. <br />
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Friday, I learned the book I had been waiting was in stores. At Target, I pushed my cart to the book aisle, there it was...the very last copy in the store. It was mine and I held onto that precious book all the way home.<br />
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I remember two years ago as I was learning more about orphans with Down syndrome, I stumbled upon Kelle Hampton's blog and I remember reading into the wee hours of the morning, crying tears of joy as she wrote with raw emotion the morning of her daughter's birth. Since then, she has become an advocate for the NDSS, sharing her story through her words and pictures, and showing us all that life is beautiful. I recommend it for anyone. The glass if always half-full.<br />
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Have a blessed weekend.<br />
ShellyShellyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08168992059794528674noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8228733826645818641.post-12469499469191442592012-03-25T20:01:00.000-04:002012-03-25T20:01:04.739-04:00Inhale<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-fVQgI1ngysI/T2-pueZZweI/AAAAAAAAC9I/O58f5IqT0nw/s1600/DSC_7872.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-fVQgI1ngysI/T2-pueZZweI/AAAAAAAAC9I/O58f5IqT0nw/s640/DSC_7872.JPG" width="428" /></a></div>I've been absent from writing, but following all those who've continued to write, post, and update. January and February were months of constant recycling of colds, viruses, and yuck. Addy was the lone ranger unscathed by the runny noses, coughs, fevers, and laryngitis. Then, Andy's travel schedule, my work, and the happenings of having 3 active kids left me very little time to write. Plus, the only pictures I could take were of runny noses, chapped cheeks, and droopy eyes and who wants to see those:(<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-ly4kQrYi1J4/T2-p2_Jn_jI/AAAAAAAAC9Q/OJ7OYpSzRfI/s1600/DSC_7891.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="428" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-ly4kQrYi1J4/T2-p2_Jn_jI/AAAAAAAAC9Q/OJ7OYpSzRfI/s640/DSC_7891.JPG" width="640" /></a></div> This past week, we flew to Florida to spend time with my snowbird parents and grandparents. It was Sarah's first trip there and we spent our first day at the park and rode the mini-train that is a yearly tradition.<br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-DjUy0knCJZQ/T2-qTi8_5bI/AAAAAAAAC9w/cPct_tT6QSY/s1600/DSC_8011.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="428" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-DjUy0knCJZQ/T2-qTi8_5bI/AAAAAAAAC9w/cPct_tT6QSY/s640/DSC_8011.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>With Sarah's zeal for sucking every possible moment out of every adventure, she ran straight into the ocean without checking the temperature! Her expression was priceless as she acclimated herself to the cool temperatures.<br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-0ikDSldNaJI/T2-qkfo89fI/AAAAAAAAC-I/VXbebtwxfoE/s1600/DSC_8078.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-0ikDSldNaJI/T2-qkfo89fI/AAAAAAAAC-I/VXbebtwxfoE/s640/DSC_8078.JPG" width="428" /></a></div><br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-nvuSEqDX1Ig/T2-qotKU-KI/AAAAAAAAC-Q/SHhNBlnmvaI/s1600/DSC_8094.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-nvuSEqDX1Ig/T2-qotKU-KI/AAAAAAAAC-Q/SHhNBlnmvaI/s640/DSC_8094.JPG" width="428" /></a></div> She loved digging in the sand, playing side by side with her brother and sister, and sitting with her family as she took a rest. What a wonderful moment to watch her wide-eyed soak up every nuance, sound, smell, and sight the beach night opened up for her moment.<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-2BnmM9UbAUw/T2-qvzh2HgI/AAAAAAAAC-g/5Qzp8mzKtLg/s1600/DSC_8099.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="428" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-2BnmM9UbAUw/T2-qvzh2HgI/AAAAAAAAC-g/5Qzp8mzKtLg/s640/DSC_8099.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">And I inhaled deeply as I watched my family enjoy their time together, walking in the sand. Just being. The reason I love our Florida time, our Carolina time together. Just being together.</div><br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-C9oxy0ssgWg/T2-qqE8e63I/AAAAAAAAC-Y/relou_b5y_o/s1600/DSC_8095.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-C9oxy0ssgWg/T2-qqE8e63I/AAAAAAAAC-Y/relou_b5y_o/s640/DSC_8095.JPG" width="428" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;">It's like she's saying, "Hello Sand, can we play together?"</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-6A1wfbBz9zk/T2-q7AxJzdI/AAAAAAAAC-w/HzyAr0QCjbk/s1600/DSC_8107.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="386" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-6A1wfbBz9zk/T2-q7AxJzdI/AAAAAAAAC-w/HzyAr0QCjbk/s640/DSC_8107.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-NOE26fs8mgk/T2-rBe9I4YI/AAAAAAAAC-4/bPESEZLM3Oc/s1600/DSC_8111.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="428" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-NOE26fs8mgk/T2-rBe9I4YI/AAAAAAAAC-4/bPESEZLM3Oc/s640/DSC_8111.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>Then, it was time to say good night to the sun, pack up the van, and rest for another adventure in the morning.<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-4lTbZxgBkts/T2-rEA2G2gI/AAAAAAAAC_A/ZiXC7UnnbvU/s1600/DSC_8121.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="428" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-4lTbZxgBkts/T2-rEA2G2gI/AAAAAAAAC_A/ZiXC7UnnbvU/s640/DSC_8121.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><div style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><b>Children have neither past nor future; they enjoy the present, which very few of us do.</b></div><div style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><b><i> <span style="color: #330000;">J</span><span style="color: #006633;">ean de la Bruyere</span></i></b></div>Shellyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08168992059794528674noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8228733826645818641.post-52627575910787879202012-01-17T20:17:00.000-05:002012-01-17T20:17:46.357-05:00On The Mend<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-7ICq9NKvsaI/TxXmro9ToKI/AAAAAAAAC8g/AeyPuJ1uxvg/s1600/DSC_0250.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="428" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-7ICq9NKvsaI/TxXmro9ToKI/AAAAAAAAC8g/AeyPuJ1uxvg/s640/DSC_0250.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">This deliciousness is for the Grandparents...THE GLORIOUS PIGGIES ARE BACK!!!</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> **********</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-rnxrBS6r4ag/TxXmJlZsUVI/AAAAAAAAC8E/3vdv08liEY8/s1600/DSC_0241.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="538" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-rnxrBS6r4ag/TxXmJlZsUVI/AAAAAAAAC8E/3vdv08liEY8/s640/DSC_0241.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>Last week while Andy was traveling, Sarah woke up multiple times every night and I was exhausted. Being the AMAZING husband he is, he stayed out on the couch in case Sarah came down again on Friday evening. Around midnight, he brought Sarah in and informed me that he thinks she has croup and is having difficulty breathing. So, off to the ER they went. Even though we've experienced it with our other kids, with Sarah we're erring on the side of caution this first time.<br />
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After giving her an oral steroid, they sent them both home. She was the BELLE of the Ball in that ER. Waving and hugging each and everyone as she left...her way of saying thank you for their kind service in her time of need. She's making a difference in her own way!<br />
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I've mentioned her DIVAish ways of recent and have been trying new "QUICK" hairstyles that I can do to match the sassiness of Miss Sarah. This morning, she was the only one who had school (besides me), so I had a few extra minutes. When lo and behold, her hair is long enough to bestow the awesomest pigtails she had when she first joined our family. Without further ado...<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-0ratZuqA9lE/TxYTq04VrvI/AAAAAAAAC8k/lUs0iS-GAoo/s1600/DSC_0252.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-0ratZuqA9lE/TxYTq04VrvI/AAAAAAAAC8k/lUs0iS-GAoo/s640/DSC_0252.JPG" width="510" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"> Seriously...NO MORE PICTURES, Mama.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-7KzdMvTJhpw/TxYTvZ0XEkI/AAAAAAAAC8o/lJPioq9nnqE/s1600/DSC_0255.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="428" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-7KzdMvTJhpw/TxYTvZ0XEkI/AAAAAAAAC8o/lJPioq9nnqE/s640/DSC_0255.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-Tgy_YQ3QZD4/TxYT2428AuI/AAAAAAAAC8s/YVf7DVDOTVE/s1600/DSC_0256.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="570" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-Tgy_YQ3QZD4/TxYT2428AuI/AAAAAAAAC8s/YVf7DVDOTVE/s640/DSC_0256.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;">It's difficult being a star. Always having to turn down the paparazzi!!</div><div style="text-align: center;">Perhaps if I put my thumb in my mouth, she'll stop.</div><div style="text-align: center;">Guess my grin is too cute!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-6HYjwoBN0M4/TxYUBfCu8iI/AAAAAAAAC8w/op7SWMaXsAY/s1600/DSC_0260.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="620" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-6HYjwoBN0M4/TxYUBfCu8iI/AAAAAAAAC8w/op7SWMaXsAY/s640/DSC_0260.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><div style="text-align: left;">******************************</div><div style="text-align: left;">Aaron Shust, a wonderful Christian recording artist, was blessed with a beautiful boy this past weekend. Michael Aaron was born with an extra chromosome and is having some other medical issues. Aaron writes about their son's birth, the grieving process, and how they are walking God's plan for their lives. "You don't need to know the future, only WHO holds the future." </div><div style="text-align: left;"> Check out his blog<a href="http://aaronshust.blogspot.com/"> here.</a></div><div style="text-align: left;">*******************************</div><div style="text-align: left;">I know our children have a place in this world. All the children like Sarah, Michael, <a href="http://kkcox.blogspot.com/">Mia and Bree</a>, <a href="http://bridgets-light.blogspot.com/">Bridget and Alina</a>, <a href="http://seeingtheupsideofdown.blogspot.com/">Nadia and Josi</a>,<a href="http://pudgeandzippy.blogspot.com/"> Pudge and Zippy</a>, <a href="http://confessionsofthechromosomallyenhanced.blogspot.com/">Leanne and Josie</a>, <a href="http://jupinfamily.blogspot.com/">Ben and Davis</a>, <a href="http://www.kellehampton.com/">Nella</a>, <a href="http://angeleyesadoption.blogspot.com/">Mila and Zoya</a>, <a href="http://supersanchezsix.blogspot.com/">Joachim and Sofia</a>...all these children are precious gifts who can teach us all something about love, challenges, keeping it simple, forgiveness, and many more. </div><div style="text-align: left;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: left;">When Sarah comes down at 6am, crawls into bed and says, "Mama," all the while smacking a Good Morning kiss on my cheek;</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: left;">Or she wants one more hug at bedtime...</div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;">It doesn't get any better than that!</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: left;">Happy Tuesday!</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br />
</div>Shellyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08168992059794528674noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8228733826645818641.post-70463030936234491872012-01-08T18:12:00.001-05:002012-01-08T20:10:38.552-05:00Skills for the Fashion DivaOnce the 5 Christmas events in 10 days were completed, we hibernated at home and spent time organizing closets and dressers. Our focus on the remaining days was to put Sarah through Potty Boot Camp and to our surprise, she took it quite well. We continue to be in pull-ups, but she remains dry mostly throughout the day.<br />
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Lately, she's had strong opinions about the clothing I pick out for her to wear and changes her outfits multiple times a day. I've compiled a few visual aids for those who need practice taking off their clothes and acquiring new items for their wardrobe.<br />
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<a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-0-oxtlCqhYU/Twoa9DNFFPI/AAAAAAAAC7Y/9IaJolsSVHM/s1600/DSC_0212.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="490" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-0-oxtlCqhYU/Twoa9DNFFPI/AAAAAAAAC7Y/9IaJolsSVHM/s640/DSC_0212.JPG" width="640" /></a> <b>Step 1:</b><br />
<b> When Mom is occupied take off all your clothes and TRY to put on a new shirt. Be Careful because the arms are tricky and they may get stuck behind your back. It's not fun walking around in that manner.</b><br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><b><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-EuZlxN-2ajc/TwobV5BwjXI/AAAAAAAAC7c/ARQlSkz_dhM/s1600/DSC_0213.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-EuZlxN-2ajc/TwobV5BwjXI/AAAAAAAAC7c/ARQlSkz_dhM/s640/DSC_0213.JPG" width="592" /></a></b></div><b>Step 2: If said arms are stuck, shimmy your way around and hopefully a kind friend will remove the vile shirt from your body.</b><br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-8qGDgcT4YGA/TwobvlOQQ6I/AAAAAAAAC7k/xCBP0uJ3nFw/s1600/DSC_0217.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-8qGDgcT4YGA/TwobvlOQQ6I/AAAAAAAAC7k/xCBP0uJ3nFw/s640/DSC_0217.JPG" width="418" /></a></div><b>Step 3: </b><br />
<b>In case the papparazzi appear to snap the obscene photo and keep it hidden for future embarrassment of the clothing debacle, hide your eyes and cover your head. If you can't see them, surely they can't snap a picture of you.</b><br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-ENgLHmJjK2o/TwocCArVpFI/AAAAAAAAC7s/Brzuo1VTLOY/s1600/DSC_0221.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-ENgLHmJjK2o/TwocCArVpFI/AAAAAAAAC7s/Brzuo1VTLOY/s640/DSC_0221.JPG" width="396" /></a></div><b>Step 4: Walk upstairs and find new apparel that matches your mood of the day, all the while signing and saying stop to the offending person taking pictures.</b><br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-BnDkn1Jy1hQ/TwodETv1ESI/AAAAAAAAC74/3CggCceFsH8/s1600/DSC_0230.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-BnDkn1Jy1hQ/TwodETv1ESI/AAAAAAAAC74/3CggCceFsH8/s640/DSC_0230.JPG" width="428" /></a></div>There you have it. Sarah's Surefire Smart Steps for Sassy Fashion Changes.<br />
More laughter to come soon...<br />
<b>ADDENDUM:</b><br />
After tucking her in for the night, I was working on the computer when she proceeded to bring me the outfit I had laid out for her tomorrow and say, "NO!" So, back up we went and I found another that meets with the DIVA'S approval. If this is what the future has in store, I'm in BIG trouble...Shellyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08168992059794528674noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8228733826645818641.post-35080159343114718342011-12-26T21:55:00.000-05:002011-12-26T21:55:34.662-05:00Christmas Day<div style="text-align: center;"> <span style="font-size: large;">Once you choose HOPE, anything's possible.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;">Christopher Reeve</div><br />
I find it difficult to put into words the emotions that surrounded Sarah's First Christmas Day, and that it was on a Sunday was even more special. I had to wake each child up, comb through Sarah's rat nest of hair, and then the kids walked downstairs to see what Santa and his elves had left for them.<br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-mTabNYS_EX4/Tvks9MzGkQI/AAAAAAAAC7A/GIQ2KXeYuKQ/s1600/DSC_0117.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="456" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-mTabNYS_EX4/Tvks9MzGkQI/AAAAAAAAC7A/GIQ2KXeYuKQ/s640/DSC_0117.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>There were moments that morning when Andy and I looked at our kids and the blessings each one has received this year. Addy, who has taken the role of big sister to the nth degree, and Austin, who in his own way teaches Sarah about the little things in life. And Sarah, who embraces every moment with gusto. Our hearts are overflowing.<br />
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I wanted a family photo before church that morning and try as we might, Miss Sarah would not smile, except for the moments we weren't ready.<br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-qftTw03xGm4/TvkqiUfgAHI/AAAAAAAAC6Y/xkTo4Yxhvgc/s1600/DSC_0148.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="536" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-qftTw03xGm4/TvkqiUfgAHI/AAAAAAAAC6Y/xkTo4Yxhvgc/s640/DSC_0148.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>As we walked into church that morning, our friends said, "This is a very special Christmas for your family, isn't it?" And when we sat in the church pew, those who followed Sarah's story knew this moment had great significance for us.<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-K4jS9jY-j00/Tvkq61u7O3I/AAAAAAAAC6c/i7bmIrdEsM8/s1600/DSC_0163.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="460" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-K4jS9jY-j00/Tvkq61u7O3I/AAAAAAAAC6c/i7bmIrdEsM8/s640/DSC_0163.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>There was a moment during the service when all the children were asked to come to the front for a story by our children's pastor. Addy and Austin walked down, and Sarah wanted to go also. When she got down front, our friends saw her make a beeline for her sister. Then, Austin moved on the other side of her...and one by one, she reached for their hands. And tears filled my eyes, and the eyes of my friends who watched that beautiful moment unfold before their very eyes. My heart took a picture and captured that moment forever. Then, she stroked Addy's hair, and rubbed Austin's back, and walked back with her brother and sister to sit with HER family.<br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-kG_AcaAELQg/TvkrLkWXoII/AAAAAAAAC6k/uZHWr9mD3WE/s1600/DSC_0178.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="490" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-kG_AcaAELQg/TvkrLkWXoII/AAAAAAAAC6k/uZHWr9mD3WE/s640/DSC_0178.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>She is loved.<br />
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She has a family. <br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-859o5Jn9jqU/TvkrvDf5TQI/AAAAAAAAC6w/bOXFe8n9yIs/s1600/DSC_0187.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="468" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-859o5Jn9jqU/TvkrvDf5TQI/AAAAAAAAC6w/bOXFe8n9yIs/s640/DSC_0187.JPG" width="640" /></a></div> She will move mountains.<br />
If I have but one monument in this world, it is that of my children.<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Filled with Gratitude, Shelly</span><br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div>Shellyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08168992059794528674noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8228733826645818641.post-6319339338701222062011-12-24T21:26:00.000-05:002011-12-24T21:26:06.340-05:00From Our Hearts To Yours<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-AgOuTMBFEmM/TvaFYmbtVCI/AAAAAAAAC58/qOsMv5jBuCs/s1600/DSC_0069.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="458" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-AgOuTMBFEmM/TvaFYmbtVCI/AAAAAAAAC58/qOsMv5jBuCs/s640/DSC_0069.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>Our year has been abundantly blessed by our firecracker, Sarah. She has wrapped herself around all of our hearts and those she meets on her merry way.<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-5yKIDFO2y3M/TvaFrIxfSOI/AAAAAAAAC6A/gMyP5itWeiM/s1600/DSC_0074.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="526" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-5yKIDFO2y3M/TvaFrIxfSOI/AAAAAAAAC6A/gMyP5itWeiM/s640/DSC_0074.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>As we nestled our children in their beds this Christmas Eve, I am so very thankful that I am given a front row seat to the miracle show of Sarah's life. Experiencing her firsts is an amazing way to live this wild, and precious life.<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-cD1XEaHOXo4/TvaGGmy1m6I/AAAAAAAAC6E/Wx9Vs-3Kc38/s1600/DSC_0085.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="478" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-cD1XEaHOXo4/TvaGGmy1m6I/AAAAAAAAC6E/Wx9Vs-3Kc38/s640/DSC_0085.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>Tomorrow when she experiences her first Christmas, the reason we have this special day, and the love of her family, I will watch her excitement and embrace these special times, capturing them with my camera and my mind's heart.<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-EBDQmEsAKYs/TvaGOqPRqHI/AAAAAAAAC6I/nEhviCKVaKc/s1600/DSC_0088.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="528" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-EBDQmEsAKYs/TvaGOqPRqHI/AAAAAAAAC6I/nEhviCKVaKc/s640/DSC_0088.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>From our family to yours, may you have a blessed Christmas day.<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-rN0YQSRr9FA/TvaG2MGku_I/AAAAAAAAC6M/KIWxr2ySaZ4/s1600/DSC_0092.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="386" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-rN0YQSRr9FA/TvaG2MGku_I/AAAAAAAAC6M/KIWxr2ySaZ4/s640/DSC_0092.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>Shellyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08168992059794528674noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8228733826645818641.post-11936173935735226242011-12-13T23:25:00.000-05:002011-12-13T23:25:53.169-05:00To the North PoleIt's a magical time when all the stars align, schedules are cleared, and we whisk away for a brief moment in time to celebrate so many miracles. Two weeks ago, we did just that. Andy had an idea and my job was to get all the grandparents to clear the weekend and we journeyed, not too far away, but away to celebrate Addy's birth and Sarah's first Christmas. He had found a Polar Express train ride to take our children on and wanted both grandparents together.<br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-fso0t04L7gU/TuV2zp-CD9I/AAAAAAAAC5s/4L81WlBnUv4/s1600/DSC_1067.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="428" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-fso0t04L7gU/TuV2zp-CD9I/AAAAAAAAC5s/4L81WlBnUv4/s640/DSC_1067.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Finally, we had someone to take a picture of our entire family together.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-M9U9dFOjFhY/TuV2oNeIfEI/AAAAAAAAC5k/6DDHO-S5p-w/s1600/DSC_1062.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="428" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-M9U9dFOjFhY/TuV2oNeIfEI/AAAAAAAAC5k/6DDHO-S5p-w/s640/DSC_1062.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-aSayXtdHP8s/TuV2wnnM3XI/AAAAAAAAC5o/FOFqJ7uhTH8/s1600/DSC_1063.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="390" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-aSayXtdHP8s/TuV2wnnM3XI/AAAAAAAAC5o/FOFqJ7uhTH8/s640/DSC_1063.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Later that evening, our family had dinner together. Fresh pizza dough was brought out for the kids to mold and keep occupied while we waited. I looked and marveled at what this past year had brought us.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-9rLEJcEAZoE/TuV1A4VHGDI/AAAAAAAAC4Q/_NQ56SfIQPo/s1600/DSC_0025.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="428" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-9rLEJcEAZoE/TuV1A4VHGDI/AAAAAAAAC4Q/_NQ56SfIQPo/s640/DSC_0025.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-bfiEXjPA-lg/TuV1GP9o5WI/AAAAAAAAC4U/yUiHDJdfO1o/s1600/DSC_0027.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="428" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-bfiEXjPA-lg/TuV1GP9o5WI/AAAAAAAAC4U/yUiHDJdfO1o/s640/DSC_0027.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">As Sarah worked her magic around the table from one grandparent to another, my heart was filled with emotion. So much gratefulness and thankfulness and blessings. Our family's support, love, and prayers provided us the foundation to give Sarah a family and her first ever Christmas. We are so very blessed and she is daily teaching us to live in the moment.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-f8Z_mUhRejA/TuV1Py26GaI/AAAAAAAAC4c/30QhA2tsrgc/s1600/DSC_0036.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="428" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-f8Z_mUhRejA/TuV1Py26GaI/AAAAAAAAC4c/30QhA2tsrgc/s640/DSC_0036.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Our adventure the next day led us to The Polar Express, which in turn broke down and we had to walk to the North Pole. But, it's the memories, the moments, and the togetherness that matters. And we took pictures with our minds, hearts, and cameras to remember this special time.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-fPX8UFs7egI/TuV1XEBU3WI/AAAAAAAAC4k/1zZNAYyim_0/s1600/DSC_0040.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="428" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-fPX8UFs7egI/TuV1XEBU3WI/AAAAAAAAC4k/1zZNAYyim_0/s640/DSC_0040.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-UFGJLQDvPnk/TuV2Ahn71ZI/AAAAAAAAC5I/1BSXo2FyV9o/s1600/DSC_0061.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="428" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-UFGJLQDvPnk/TuV2Ahn71ZI/AAAAAAAAC5I/1BSXo2FyV9o/s640/DSC_0061.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">I am so very thankful for our family. A memory our kids will cherish. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Merry Christmas!</div>Shellyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08168992059794528674noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8228733826645818641.post-81366429655321147672011-12-02T22:12:00.000-05:002011-12-02T22:12:15.911-05:00Traditions<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-RAkItiy91EI/Ttl2hEPquJI/AAAAAAAAC1k/G38kiaWoZJU/s1600/DSC_0952.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="358" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-RAkItiy91EI/Ttl2hEPquJI/AAAAAAAAC1k/G38kiaWoZJU/s640/DSC_0952.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>Family importance...the tradition and heritage my grandparents have passed down from generation to generation. The tradition where each member, if able, make their journey back to our hometown for the family dinner, conversations, love, and joy of being together for that one moment in time.<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-nh0H06nKkeM/Ttl2VMw1meI/AAAAAAAAC1g/useP97jvPCg/s1600/DSC_0950.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="334" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-nh0H06nKkeM/Ttl2VMw1meI/AAAAAAAAC1g/useP97jvPCg/s640/DSC_0950.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>Where hugs and coffee are plentiful, and sharing of the happiness and glass is half-fullness that we have embraced over the past year. My Sarah had her first Thanksgiving in this family, as did other new members we welcomed with open arms. Some through marriage, others by birth. No matter how they have joined, they are embraced with love. My mother counted 54 attended this Thanksgiving. That number has been constant these past years. A testament to the tradition and family importance my grandparents passed down to their children. Their children passed down to their children and so one. Where grandkids are having children of their own, and celebrating those special moments. <br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Then after dinner, the kids spread out in chairs watching football, playing video games, or sharing girl stories in their own little way.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-seMOx-F7DSU/Ttl3hpWvcYI/AAAAAAAAC14/WGcaJbFJCLk/s1600/DSC_0961.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="440" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-seMOx-F7DSU/Ttl3hpWvcYI/AAAAAAAAC14/WGcaJbFJCLk/s640/DSC_0961.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-rRghWk_Tkak/Ttl4LrjEFOI/AAAAAAAAC2Q/gjD11icDEjk/s1600/DSC_0981.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="552" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-rRghWk_Tkak/Ttl4LrjEFOI/AAAAAAAAC2Q/gjD11icDEjk/s640/DSC_0981.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">No matter where you stand in the circle, you are loved. You are celebrated. You are embraced with open arms. Tradition, family, and the most important of all...LOVE.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">********************</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The Friday after used to be our Black Friday shopping trip before the madness. Now with the internet and online shopping, we celebrate Addy's early birthday with my family. She'll be 9. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-VkFLuDYb98c/Ttl4CfsF7EI/AAAAAAAAC2M/SLw_WzePM2g/s1600/DSC_0976.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="428" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-VkFLuDYb98c/Ttl4CfsF7EI/AAAAAAAAC2M/SLw_WzePM2g/s640/DSC_0976.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">My oldest has embraced her sister and Sarah adores and emulates Addy. Addy includes her in learning about the 3rd grade Cootie Catcher!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-WZwsL2DmBEE/TtmEywa7EGI/AAAAAAAAC3o/AsYge3JIkQA/s1600/DSC_1034.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="550" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-WZwsL2DmBEE/TtmEywa7EGI/AAAAAAAAC3o/AsYge3JIkQA/s640/DSC_1034.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-2MJbBAt4eNQ/TtmFAuDz1YI/AAAAAAAAC3w/6-7hmoMf0II/s1600/DSC_1036.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="428" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-2MJbBAt4eNQ/TtmFAuDz1YI/AAAAAAAAC3w/6-7hmoMf0II/s640/DSC_1036.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">She is amazing with Sarah. She can get Sarah to do things, we adults cannot.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"> Another tradition my mother started was to ice birthday cupcakes with cousins. Sarah saw a cupcake and took a bite before learning the icing is so much better on the cupcake.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-yeLuaGN2lTc/Ttl4YY35O7I/AAAAAAAAC2Y/XlKbe7DRVVw/s1600/DSC_0987.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="336" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-yeLuaGN2lTc/Ttl4YY35O7I/AAAAAAAAC2Y/XlKbe7DRVVw/s640/DSC_0987.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-gJzjZ0wBMGQ/Ttl4xJiqv7I/AAAAAAAAC20/B3kITKWr46I/s1600/DSC_1001.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="428" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-gJzjZ0wBMGQ/Ttl4xJiqv7I/AAAAAAAAC20/B3kITKWr46I/s640/DSC_1001.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"> The cousins planned a raffle and VIP seating for her party and she could hardly contain herself.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-g4zBf1Ik5CA/Ttl5A2B3ATI/AAAAAAAAC24/R3YXioAldNc/s1600/DSC_1005.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="476" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-g4zBf1Ik5CA/Ttl5A2B3ATI/AAAAAAAAC24/R3YXioAldNc/s640/DSC_1005.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-hb93oGBLd4s/Ttl5X33HiPI/AAAAAAAAC3A/RLZmutF80jw/s1600/DSC_1017.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="510" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-hb93oGBLd4s/Ttl5X33HiPI/AAAAAAAAC3A/RLZmutF80jw/s640/DSC_1017.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Family Traditions....</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-S-qtcZs96as/Ttl5duH7aaI/AAAAAAAAC3E/6ZZx3w8F16Y/s1600/DSC_1021.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="428" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-S-qtcZs96as/Ttl5duH7aaI/AAAAAAAAC3E/6ZZx3w8F16Y/s640/DSC_1021.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-rK8urPL1zi0/Ttl5kFa5FEI/AAAAAAAAC3I/b2wdFBBD7Bg/s1600/DSC_1022.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="624" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-rK8urPL1zi0/Ttl5kFa5FEI/AAAAAAAAC3I/b2wdFBBD7Bg/s640/DSC_1022.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">*******</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The elves made their way back from the North Pole, complete with new ornaments for the tree. After one week with Sarah, Austin's elf was rushed to Andy's ER for neck surgery. He's recovering well, thank you.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-vdw5k_Pnszc/Ttl6B9bpq4I/AAAAAAAAC3g/b-E05Rtl6JE/s1600/DSC_1031.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="428" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-vdw5k_Pnszc/Ttl6B9bpq4I/AAAAAAAAC3g/b-E05Rtl6JE/s640/DSC_1031.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-gT6jHtgA26I/Ttl5-NroyyI/AAAAAAAAC3c/rkNphFJq7GQ/s1600/DSC_1030.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="624" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-gT6jHtgA26I/Ttl5-NroyyI/AAAAAAAAC3c/rkNphFJq7GQ/s640/DSC_1030.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">And tomorrow, we embark on another tradition. Both grandparents are traveling with us to a "special event" for the night. Celebrating our first Christmas with Sarah and celebrating Addy turning nine.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Traditions, family, LOVE. It's a wonderful thing.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br />
</div>Shellyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08168992059794528674noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8228733826645818641.post-70228987384621795612011-11-22T20:14:00.000-05:002011-11-22T20:14:46.077-05:00Giving Thanks<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-_PpjSno__TQ/Tsw4g3cQrbI/AAAAAAAAC0M/SAfvgYaE2WM/s1600/DSC_0928.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="622" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-_PpjSno__TQ/Tsw4g3cQrbI/AAAAAAAAC0M/SAfvgYaE2WM/s640/DSC_0928.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-_PpjSno__TQ/Tsw4g3cQrbI/AAAAAAAAC0M/SAfvgYaE2WM/s1600/DSC_0928.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><br />
</a></div>I find myself intertwined in the have-to's of life that I neglect this space. Not by choice, but because I need time for myself. It doesn't mean I am not living in the moment, nor capturing these special times with my girl. I am. Sitting on the sofa, watching my girl wrestle with her dad, laughing and smiling, knowing she has him wrapped completely around his finger.<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-zpXftuW8uBs/Tsw9i1-hHGI/AAAAAAAAC0o/81iLwv0H7-E/s1600/DSC_0933.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-zpXftuW8uBs/Tsw9i1-hHGI/AAAAAAAAC0o/81iLwv0H7-E/s640/DSC_0933.JPG" width="446" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div> An "early" Christmas party had my Sarah, walking around as if they were all there for her. "Does she ever just sit?" I was asked. No, not so much. She's got to suck the marrow out of every moment, every experience, and make friends with anyone she meets. And we've got front row seats to this marvelous show.<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-GLryYoiG7t0/Tsw-eVIZ8uI/AAAAAAAAC0w/qR8adKw7Pck/s1600/DSC_0931.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="428" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-GLryYoiG7t0/Tsw-eVIZ8uI/AAAAAAAAC0w/qR8adKw7Pck/s640/DSC_0931.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-Kx6uAZBmgvc/Tsw9pLA5_5I/AAAAAAAAC0s/xOm581PMSV0/s1600/DSC_0937.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="628" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-Kx6uAZBmgvc/Tsw9pLA5_5I/AAAAAAAAC0s/xOm581PMSV0/s640/DSC_0937.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>Anyone she shares her space with is blessed with smiles, a wave, and often a hug. Then, her new found friends leave on their merry way, with a smile on their face. Their hearts are lighter, and for that one moment in time, my girl showed them unconditional love.<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-iucGte0HcrE/Tsw5jr2LZBI/AAAAAAAAC0Q/NzqTl6hRpVs/s1600/DSC_0940.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="428" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-iucGte0HcrE/Tsw5jr2LZBI/AAAAAAAAC0Q/NzqTl6hRpVs/s640/DSC_0940.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>Yesterday was our first experience with ear tube surgery. She handled the not-eating nor drinking better than I thought. <br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjk774uX0IXEr0W0E1rHlJIqSzyqyefcEiKyD8X3K7IBO9j2u589QbcVNIjG0WY9btZv1PfIFW9Rej3OE6Qqw5T-frgP1bNUS5FfPox9F7zFV2GeoAzt8nStI6WzL9ZDW1qHx1rXq6ho8s/s1600/Ear+Surgery+1.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjk774uX0IXEr0W0E1rHlJIqSzyqyefcEiKyD8X3K7IBO9j2u589QbcVNIjG0WY9btZv1PfIFW9Rej3OE6Qqw5T-frgP1bNUS5FfPox9F7zFV2GeoAzt8nStI6WzL9ZDW1qHx1rXq6ho8s/s320/Ear+Surgery+1.JPG" width="240" /> </a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Sarah has shown her independence by not always appreciating the outfits I have chosen for her to wear. This morning, the big kids had gone to school and she was in her pajamas, while we were waiting to leave for the hospital. I found her in her room putting on pants she chose, a skirt, and a shirt to her liking.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiqBOrhyb9YveGXw552kEHZLG6vfjewy_2dSpyhT323s2ZHkgOSkmgGlJgxdl3WwPIRhTVR-h1kdyKlKP9kkOidbpROIjQeNJyMegLxIYNwoYb9_bc54nE_ocNoUiKboCb1hYAc2JV17ho/s1600/Eartube+2.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiqBOrhyb9YveGXw552kEHZLG6vfjewy_2dSpyhT323s2ZHkgOSkmgGlJgxdl3WwPIRhTVR-h1kdyKlKP9kkOidbpROIjQeNJyMegLxIYNwoYb9_bc54nE_ocNoUiKboCb1hYAc2JV17ho/s1600/Eartube+2.JPG" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Her affection for Brown Bear continues, so she was reading to all who stopped in her room for questions and vitals. Her comfort item.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhR2wPLH2vbZxMxqkgpR449ldhtWOEol9rbqN0dA4Ff95ev9QNC8X2QIIKe82bVsIj9gyS2CqaTVs5BkH3Nxz2xw9V3utGxuPj3gOmjrkx_9djdZdX-xyv5M5V3xUehYC_D1BDh3vc07_s/s1600/Eartube+3.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhR2wPLH2vbZxMxqkgpR449ldhtWOEol9rbqN0dA4Ff95ev9QNC8X2QIIKe82bVsIj9gyS2CqaTVs5BkH3Nxz2xw9V3utGxuPj3gOmjrkx_9djdZdX-xyv5M5V3xUehYC_D1BDh3vc07_s/s1600/Eartube+3.JPG" /></a></div>The "Being Good and Patient" currency is about used up and she's tired of sitting in the bed. However, Andy and I are quite partial to the "gates" on the side of the bed. Something to think about, just sayin:)<br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">A few more minutes and we walked her to the surgery room. We no sooner checked into the waiting room and she was finished. Another 45 minutes in recovery and we were able to see her. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">"She'd be tired and groggy. A little cranky, and won't be able to eat much," were my instructions and information. Miss Sarah ate two bowls of cheerios, cheezits, yogurt, and tacos that evening. She never napped. My trash cans were emptied, Addy's closet was raided, and many tissues were found around the house. My Sarah, going against the grain. Proving everyone wrong.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I am thankful Andy went to Sam's for my coffee addiction. The Tim Horton's is in honor of my friend Jayme, who pronounced her affirmation for Tim Horton's coffee as the greatest.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEim2y4_adrtO-ZzI5hD_noscl2MKQjuFghN7ASnf_dxp4Q0fd-2jFlxtpA6NeZ2kZRC1dqRxTAbbDZ301c6g8_fhjlYa-doIEYsz7zfCVANhkxXInSWLG-SM5dKGhkzPhEgw0xL7lA-rlM/s1600/Coffee+Addict.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEim2y4_adrtO-ZzI5hD_noscl2MKQjuFghN7ASnf_dxp4Q0fd-2jFlxtpA6NeZ2kZRC1dqRxTAbbDZ301c6g8_fhjlYa-doIEYsz7zfCVANhkxXInSWLG-SM5dKGhkzPhEgw0xL7lA-rlM/s1600/Coffee+Addict.JPG" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">After much begging and pleading, Andy "allowed" us to put up the tree before Thanksgiving. This is what happens to someone who has never seen a Christmas tree, stockings hung by the mantle, nor stainless steel stocking holders.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br />
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</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;"><b> Everyday has the possibility of a miracle</b></span>. Elizabeth David.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">It's your choice whether you see it.</div><br />
<span id="goog_614478367"></span><span id="goog_614478368"></span>Shellyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08168992059794528674noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8228733826645818641.post-41887519133813709042011-11-15T22:10:00.000-05:002011-11-15T22:10:53.254-05:00Filled With Gratitude<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">At times our own light goes out and is rekindled by a spark from another person. Each of us has cause to think with deep gratitude of those who have lighted the flame within us. </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Albert Sweitzer</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-w_JFK3J4iwk/TsMdzROK8YI/AAAAAAAACz4/Rs9d0-DMQFQ/s1600/DSC_0920.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="428" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-w_JFK3J4iwk/TsMdzROK8YI/AAAAAAAACz4/Rs9d0-DMQFQ/s640/DSC_0920.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>Everyday is a celebration in our household. Everyday, we are filled with gratitude, blessings, and love. Everyday we see the transformation of what a few short months with a family and love can do. Everyday, we are thankful for our little girl.<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-9x3QTYLN_0k/TsMcfTlUdgI/AAAAAAAACzM/hymU6CBl0sk/s1600/DSC_0886.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="526" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-9x3QTYLN_0k/TsMcfTlUdgI/AAAAAAAACzM/hymU6CBl0sk/s640/DSC_0886.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>I am "thankful" she has learned to find her "snack" in the pantry when she is hungry, spill it all over the floor, and talk to Austin as if she has no clue how the Golden Grahams landed on the floor.<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-Z6qYJCwKMBI/TsMczuoxeSI/AAAAAAAACzU/AbNeqz8EeXw/s1600/DSC_0899.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="416" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-Z6qYJCwKMBI/TsMczuoxeSI/AAAAAAAACzU/AbNeqz8EeXw/s640/DSC_0899.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-NPGLhn6hY4A/TsMcvKstt5I/AAAAAAAACzQ/Tgm5Rctv9pA/s1600/DSC_0898.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="450" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-NPGLhn6hY4A/TsMcvKstt5I/AAAAAAAACzQ/Tgm5Rctv9pA/s640/DSC_0898.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div>I am thankful that Addy and Austin are daily teaching Sarah new things, and she is proving her Mama and Papa wrong. Tonight when her speech therapist was here, we were writing some words and sounds to work on. When she was playing with Addy, don't you know she proved us both wrong and spoke those sounds. (I'm working on video of her speaking soon, I promise.)<br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/--eBmw2fq6B4/TsMde1ofL_I/AAAAAAAACzs/wSONQLp8vLM/s1600/DSC_0905.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="438" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/--eBmw2fq6B4/TsMde1ofL_I/AAAAAAAACzs/wSONQLp8vLM/s640/DSC_0905.JPG" width="640" /></a></div> Thankful for my little sprite's spunky personality. In the fast-paced morning, I neglect to take pictures of her in the early morning. By the time she comes home, she looks like she enjoyed her day. Mismatched clothes, hair askew, and so I captured the breakfast of champions, with Miss Sarah turning her head in the "teasing" way she plays.<br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-aawSoGVQNDw/TsMd3Nuh34I/AAAAAAAACz8/wd5TjzHhkdE/s1600/DSC_0924.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="428" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-aawSoGVQNDw/TsMd3Nuh34I/AAAAAAAACz8/wd5TjzHhkdE/s640/DSC_0924.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>Oh, I wish I could share how this girl has changed our lives and those she is with on a daily basis. Her teachers are continually amazed with her quickness for picking up new concepts. Her classmates treat her as an equal, but are filled with compassion and help her as needed. Daily, we are met with hugs, hellos, and goodbyes when she is in the great places she is.<br />
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My Sarah, changing lives, changing perceptions, changing...<br />
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I am thankful in another week, we're heading to my hometown. To be in that circle of thankfulness, family, and love. Where a year ago, she was a picture of hope. This year, she is amongst us.<br />
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I am filled with gratitude daily. It's the greatest way to live!<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-9x3QTYLN_0k/TsMcfTlUdgI/AAAAAAAACzM/hymU6CBl0sk/s1600/DSC_0886.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="526" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-9x3QTYLN_0k/TsMcfTlUdgI/AAAAAAAACzM/hymU6CBl0sk/s640/DSC_0886.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>Shellyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08168992059794528674noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8228733826645818641.post-49819843504620077312011-11-07T20:55:00.000-05:002011-11-07T20:55:31.408-05:00Stop The Presses!!!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhKb56ZZQPiXwa3V8feC-G79gQwrRcP5nIHcB7EA_HQlU4xLDAopgEkET1Bdc408slPGH7JEUte9toitahO8nEtKuv5oZUMvm89v8m5irR8bPiNxuYucVer_pZoBjaSAsVlGvdJO8lqQU4/s1600/DSC_0871.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="428" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhKb56ZZQPiXwa3V8feC-G79gQwrRcP5nIHcB7EA_HQlU4xLDAopgEkET1Bdc408slPGH7JEUte9toitahO8nEtKuv5oZUMvm89v8m5irR8bPiNxuYucVer_pZoBjaSAsVlGvdJO8lqQU4/s640/DSC_0871.JPG" width="640" /></a></div> LOVE, LOVE, LOVE how she smiles with her eyes closed, as if she's imagining every joyful moment will appear when she opens them and she can hardly contain herself.<br />
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I've been trying to find my writing groove this past month. Between the flu, laryngitis, bronchitis, and now a cold all in the last month, surviving the week has been our main focus. The kids have remained healthy until this week, with both girls catching a bad cold. Sarah's pediatrician continues to be amazed with her. She's gained 3 pounds since July and 1/4 inch tall. She's added another tooth in an already crowded mouth, and her heart has no issues. We will be going for eartube surgery in another week. Another new for this mama and papa:) I know it's no big deal, but new to us.<br />
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Last night, I turned on the Christmas music. (I know it's early, but I LOVE it so much and it's a shame to only play it for a mere 30 days out of the year.) Sarah climbed up next to Addy, cuddled, and hummed along. <br />
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It's National Adoption Month, a time to celebrate those who have found families, and to pray for those who are still waiting. Andy and I were talking last night. Our lives have been changed because of this little girl. She walks into a room, restaurant, or store, waving to one and all. She melts their hearts, makes them smile, and brightens everyone's day. And this mama loves when she comes running to me, once she sees me at school.<br />
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</div><span class="sqq" style="font-family: Times,"Times New Roman",serif;">“<a class="sqq" href="http://thinkexist.com/quotation/the_child_must_know_that_he_is_a_miracle-that/148959.html">The child must know that he is a miracle, that since the beginning of the world there hasn't been, and until the end of the world there will not be, another child like him.</a>” Pablo Casal</span><br />
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<span class="sqq" style="font-family: Times,"Times New Roman",serif;">My Sarah...</span>Shellyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08168992059794528674noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8228733826645818641.post-24002617859555550672011-10-31T22:30:00.000-04:002011-10-31T22:30:38.833-04:00Ladybug LovlinessTonight was Trick or Treat and Sarah had no idea what was going on. She knew Grandpa showed up with his camera and I frantically changed her from the tutu she wore to school into Ladybug Lovliness, complete with adorning footwear.<br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Austin, the superhero, and Addy as Dorothy completed our trio of Trick or Treaters.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-RYAtyMLZV-s/Tq9UQiCQWiI/AAAAAAAACw8/wdc8ZXot9ms/s1600/DSC_0852.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="556" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-RYAtyMLZV-s/Tq9UQiCQWiI/AAAAAAAACw8/wdc8ZXot9ms/s640/DSC_0852.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"></div>Sarah's cheesing it up for Grandpa. This year was Andy's turn to walk them around and it was COLD! We packed Sarah up in the wagon, complete with a blanket and the big kids wore numerous layers underneath.<br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-VHxqDapO7dU/Tq9UjNBTKZI/AAAAAAAACxk/BW8TzuyvBFE/s1600/DSC_0867.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="390" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-VHxqDapO7dU/Tq9UjNBTKZI/AAAAAAAACxk/BW8TzuyvBFE/s640/DSC_0867.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>And friends, big and small, always stopped to share a kind word with our Sarah. She has that way:) Mostly, I love how our friends have embraced Sarah, celebrated Sarah, and love her. We are blessed.<br />
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Another happy note: after trick and treating, we were sitting around the table eating dinner LATE. Sarah noticed my coffee mug with the kids' pictures on it. She said, "Austin," for the very first time. She can say her name, but this was the first she said one of the kids' names. He was proud as a peacock, strutting his stuff around the house. What a family moment!<br />
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And so another first for Sarah has come to an end, as she quickly fell asleep once her head hit the pillow. We love you, sweet girl.<br />
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<a href="http://honorflight.org/">HonorFlight.org</a> is a non-profit organization that honors our veterans by flying them to Washington D.C for the day to visit the memorials celebrating their service and flies them home. It's a long day, but a once in a lifetime opportunity. Andy's family learned of this organization, applied for his 89 year-old grandfather to take part in this honor, and Saturday was his day.<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-bsvdjBA-TTw/TqX8a_tLL6I/AAAAAAAACoo/-M0iE2PiHGE/s1600/DSC_0770.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="428" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-bsvdjBA-TTw/TqX8a_tLL6I/AAAAAAAACoo/-M0iE2PiHGE/s640/DSC_0770.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>He left the airport around 5:30am, and was due back around 9:15pm. While this was beyond bedtime, it was important for our children to honor and respect those who served, to see those who have made a difference in our lives, our families' lives, and our country. When we arrived, hundreds had already gathered to salute those coming home.<br />
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Grandpa was entertaining the kids, while sitting on the luggage terminal. Andy and Austin had one of the greatest honor to hold the American Flag as the veterans walked by from the Cub Scout packs.<br />
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Soon, the crowds mulitplied, chants of USA boomed in the terminal, and the moment arrived. The veterans walked proudly with their Buddy down the aisle, shaking hands and were given hugs for their great service. Grandpa Stirn walked proudly down the aisle and his face glowed as we celebrated his moment in time, a once in a lifetime opportunity.<br />
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We had to get a group photo of all his family and friends, and then of his daughters.<br />
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At the end, the bagpipes played and soon it was still. As the accapella voices rang out and everyone chimed in singing, "God Bless America." And my children were enveloped in their grandparents arms as we celebrated and honored and respected what we witnessed on this late Saturday evening.<br />
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What a wild, precious amazing life I've been given. There is so much good happening around us. It's time to seek it out, look for it, embrace it, and celebrate. Thank you to everyone in the Honor Flight organization. What an amazing difference you made in those 80 men on that Saturday evening.Shellyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08168992059794528674noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8228733826645818641.post-5557691911104333532011-10-15T21:25:00.000-04:002011-10-15T21:25:10.198-04:00My Little Light<div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">We cannot hold a torch to light another's path </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">without brightening our own. </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">Ben Sweetland</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-GnVwUATqTwY/TpolEYjA8QI/AAAAAAAACm0/J-gbBc1UFLI/s1600/DSC_0685.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="428" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-GnVwUATqTwY/TpolEYjA8QI/AAAAAAAACm0/J-gbBc1UFLI/s640/DSC_0685.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: left;">Last Friday, I came down with the flu and when I finally was able to go to school, I had parent conferences and then proceeded to lose my voice for the rest of the week. So, this is my first chance to share a miraculous day today with my friends.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: left;">Today, we celebrated the day Sarah was born. It's actually next week, but a family wedding preempted her party to this weekend. Her grandparents, great-grandparents, and cousins arrived to share in her first ever birthday party, a party for her. Some drove down for the weekend and my parents took off for their Florida stay as soon as the party was over. Everyone knew this occasion is a special one. She didn't understand why everyone was here, but became completely consumed with unwrapping and opening each present before her. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-2kZpXt84BoE/TpollKE_TXI/AAAAAAAACm4/C_1Irpoys4A/s1600/DSC_0690.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="428" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-2kZpXt84BoE/TpollKE_TXI/AAAAAAAACm4/C_1Irpoys4A/s640/DSC_0690.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><br />
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</a></div><div style="text-align: left;">After each treasure, she would prance around the room, sharing her delight and enthusiasm with everyone around her.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-XOdnEZkJfFs/TponSM6WWbI/AAAAAAAACnA/JIot5suxRa4/s1600/DSC_0701.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="428" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-XOdnEZkJfFs/TponSM6WWbI/AAAAAAAACnA/JIot5suxRa4/s640/DSC_0701.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/--RWntocgNwM/TponfCE7F3I/AAAAAAAACnI/hp949bxvjxM/s1600/DSC_0708.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="356" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/--RWntocgNwM/TponfCE7F3I/AAAAAAAACnI/hp949bxvjxM/s640/DSC_0708.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><div style="text-align: left;">Even extended "relatives" provided something special for my little girl, in case she ever wants to dress up like a cowgirl.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-6LwAZHbywiA/Tpon0GD0kXI/AAAAAAAACnQ/ovoanKn0aTQ/s1600/DSC_0719.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="376" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-6LwAZHbywiA/Tpon0GD0kXI/AAAAAAAACnQ/ovoanKn0aTQ/s640/DSC_0719.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><div style="text-align: left;"> As with every child, it's the small things that get their attention. Tissue paper and lollipops.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-6Tl3MA_bS9I/TponmxkSF4I/AAAAAAAACnM/hL4XKkP8V7E/s1600/DSC_0710.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="528" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-6Tl3MA_bS9I/TponmxkSF4I/AAAAAAAACnM/hL4XKkP8V7E/s640/DSC_0710.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><br />
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</div><div style="text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-auqCUk8rNx4/Tpoucy6xskI/AAAAAAAACoU/XTexUwCQhgw/s1600/DSC_0720.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="428" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-auqCUk8rNx4/Tpoucy6xskI/AAAAAAAACoU/XTexUwCQhgw/s640/DSC_0720.JPG" width="640" /></a></div></div><div style="text-align: left;">Every day, I count my blessings and say thanks for the joy and excitement she brings us, with her hugs and kisses. She went around sharing her thanks in her very own special way.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-JmAsg4_IpMA/Tpon-BmKurI/AAAAAAAACnU/SdB7LQt7Lvg/s1600/DSC_0721.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="550" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-JmAsg4_IpMA/Tpon-BmKurI/AAAAAAAACnU/SdB7LQt7Lvg/s640/DSC_0721.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><div style="text-align: left;">Then, it was time for cake. Now, sister LOVES cake. Vegetables, not so much, but the sweets she's all about. So it was cake and I wasn't sure how she would do with the candles. When I sat her in her seat, she dug both hands into the cake before I could catch her.<br />
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Before everyone left, we had to get the obligatory child photo. Notice her new shirt? Cake and ice cream everywhere, and no photoshop editing program is THAT good. <br />
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The one below is my FAVORITE...look how she is holding her sister and brother's hands in unadulterated joy.<br />
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And then, I remembered to give Owen and Meghan their hats we brought back from Ukraine. <br />
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What a beautiful day and thank you to our family and friends for always sharing Sarah's light with us . Filled with Gratitude,<br />
Shelly</div>Shellyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08168992059794528674noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8228733826645818641.post-18124652580247043622011-10-03T21:25:00.000-04:002011-10-03T21:25:03.380-04:00Celebrating LifeIt's 31 for 21: A Challenge to Post 31 days for that Awesomest 21st Chromosome. I'm not attempting the challenge, but, I can still share the happiness, joy, and blessings our little almost -4 brown-eyed wonder has brought us in as many months. <br />
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My 21st Century Learner already knowing the proper phone etiquette. She wanted to share the conversation with Addy,<br />
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She was wound up by the time I got home (unbelievably swamped these next two weeks)<br />
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</div><div style="text-align: center;">My friends on the blog roll will be celebrating National Down Syndrome Awareness month in their one way. Check out their thoughts. We are all living a beautiful life.</div>Shellyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08168992059794528674noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8228733826645818641.post-23346650291900087222011-09-28T22:02:00.000-04:002011-09-28T22:02:57.137-04:00The Lives We Touch<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-mXiT5MVY_aA/ToPFgZxLSyI/AAAAAAAACko/BXDPI-S9NW4/s1600/DSC_0597.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="468" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-mXiT5MVY_aA/ToPFgZxLSyI/AAAAAAAACko/BXDPI-S9NW4/s640/DSC_0597.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>We've all been there. That overwhelming, knot, panic feeling that begins swirling in the pit of your stomach, then rises from the depths until the choking sensation appears with every activity, have-to's, and meetings that come with daily life. It is at that moment I come to my blogosphere of happiness, therapy, and peace when I read about others' joys, celebrations, and glass is half-full mentality. Today, I'm at that point of panic with work and family deadlines looming in the week ahead. It is here I remember how we touch lives without truly knowing the impact we have. <br />
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Last week in my class of treasures, I read the book <b><u>Lilly's Purple Plastic Purse</u></b> by Kevin Henkes. An engaging book that shares the celebrations of one, tiny mouse and her way of feeling special. After recess, a petite, brown-haired, sprite made me my very own Paper Pink Purse, inscribed with her name. I celebrated the connection, and rocked that arm-candy as if it were made by Mr. Coach himself. When I walked into the office to share, my principal said, "Shelly, I need to tell you a story. Last year, L came in March from India and didn't speak any English. In fact, she wrote a different child's name on her every paper. She didn't have any knowledge of what her name looked like in English. Now, she is writing her name and speaking English." Celebrations come in all shapes and forms, even a Pink Paper Purse, that is honored on my white board art gallery.<br />
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Last evening, I received an email from a girl I taught 5 years ago. We connected on an entirely different plane. She began writing me letters through the year, even though she seemed meek and wanted to fly under the radar. She wrote me about the death of her grandmother, the move that would take her family across the country, and we had a traveling journal between her and I that year. On her last day, I wrote my last letter and gave her my home email. As with all correspondence, the emails became less frequent as our different journeys took different paths. One night, she found that notebook, saw my email address, and wrote me a letter. Red Threads connect us all, they may tangle and weave but never break.<br />
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This space began as a documentation of our family life, then our journey to Sarah, and now it's a place to celebrate the big and small moments of life. I never thought many would read it besides family. Every so often, a friend or acquaintance stops to ask me a question, or tell me they read my thoughts the other day. So it's with my words I can make a difference for someone. <br />
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I may never know the difference, the impact I make on every life I touch. But, daily I try to be present with the moments. I fail often, when the pressure of day to day life grabs hold. But, tomorrow's a new day and the sun will shine again.<br />
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Addy is engrossed in a new series and our library adventure in the rain tonight ensured she had the next book, along with another series I think she will like. <br />
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Shifting Perspectives: A Photo Exhibit<br />
Now in Central Ohio, sharing uplifting photos of individuals with Down syndrome in daily life.<br />
Check out the article:<a href="http://www.dispatch.com/content/stories/life_and_entertainment/2011/09/25/down-syndrome-explored-in-uplifting-photos.html">http://www.dispatch.com/content/stories/life_and_entertainment/2011/09/25/down-syndrome-explored-in-uplifting-photos.html</a><br />
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Life's an hourglass. You can watch the sands of time flow through, or you can be out there living every moment to the fullest. It's a choice, your choice. <br />
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What a wonderful, wild precious life I've been given!Shellyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08168992059794528674noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8228733826645818641.post-31867575043677558102011-09-26T20:46:00.000-04:002011-09-26T20:46:08.166-04:00Our Weekend<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh-hjNIlcgB03C_W4sYD7O6Sc91xmLhApe7Ph6Xt1L8FM2cHkOyrRLeqMvuWStY_M1deOKQijuYOYJPIc1UpDM9NpXslWHwzo93v88IRr2HHSvDPa-2ZLjsdVi9e2vTZF_PWeBXcnjzE4M/s1600/DSC_0607.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="428" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh-hjNIlcgB03C_W4sYD7O6Sc91xmLhApe7Ph6Xt1L8FM2cHkOyrRLeqMvuWStY_M1deOKQijuYOYJPIc1UpDM9NpXslWHwzo93v88IRr2HHSvDPa-2ZLjsdVi9e2vTZF_PWeBXcnjzE4M/s640/DSC_0607.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><br />
It began Friday evening, with a divide and conquer team effort for Andy and I. After school, I picked up Sarah and made an appearance at my school event, and then met Andy and the kids for dinner. He's been fighting a cold, so we were looking forward to a hibernating Saturday. <br />
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Sarah was raring to go at 6am on a Saturday. To my dismay, I could not get her back to sleep and so I was up pretty early. After a late breakfast and lunch, I laid her down for a nap and Andy was trying to sleep as well. She woke up writhing in pain. After I changed her and got her settled down, she woke up screaming and pushing on the lower quadrant of her abdomen. This wasn't normal, so Andy drove her to Children's Close to Home to be checked out. <br />
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An hour later, he's calling me while driving downtown(where I was earlier that week) to the ER because she needed more tests. And since cell phones do not work in hospitals, I had to rely on text messages from him.<br />
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At one point, a resident told Andy her intestines are all knotted together and my mind was going to the "nth" degree, making plans for my kids to spend the night at my friends. From the sound of the things, she was going to be admitted.<br />
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My mind was foreshadowing what we would encounter later that evening. I was waiting, bags were packed, I had a plan for the next two days, and knew we would get through whatever we would face. I waited, <strike>patiently, </strike>for the next text message from him. I googled with information that I did have, and my family was praying. <br />
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Then, a text message later, she's severely constipated (I know, TMI) and will be coming home shortly. How can you go from knots to constipation in a couple of hours? After 7 hours away, an IV stick, labs drawn, x-rays, and sticks, it was confirmed she needs to be on miralax daily. When they got home( minus a<a href="http://embracinglifesjourneys.blogspot.com/2011/09/tomorrows-new-day.html"> token escapade</a> again), Andy could hardly speak from his cold, ate a quick dinner, and then headed to the airport to pick up his parents at 11:30pm:( From what I can gather, an over-zealous resident didn't feel her abdomen and the attendant was the one who caught it.<br />
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So, Sunday we never left the house, vegged, and caught ourselves up for the week ahead. At least now, everyone is on the mend. Life is good!<br />
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We did learn tonight that there's a mild abnormality in her neck and she's restricted from activities like trampoline (which she loves), tumbling and gymnastics until the next x-ray in 6-12 months. And so our future Mary Lou Retton may need to find another avenue to release her energy. Still, our glass is half-full. We're smiling, loving every moment, and cherishing those special times,<br />
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Once I left school, I realized I forgot some Sarah snacks for the inevitable waiting that will take place in the doctor's office once we arrive. After my Starbucks run, I stopped in Wal-greens to pick up something to keep her occupied. A few for her Mama, too.<br />
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Hey, they were on sale! Next stop, I picked up Sarah in different clothes than I brought her in. She got wet on the playground and needed to be changed. In the car, she went and I prayed she would sleep the drive downtown. She's unbearable without a nap! Looking back, I saw this and was thanking the heavens. Hindsight, the mere catnap would not be enough for the foreshadowing of events to come.<br />
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Then, I see my turn off is closed to get onto another highway. In my head, I'm preparing a dissertation to the doctor once I see her about how she will need to see me in another location or I'll find another doctor! Finally, a thankful sign I see as the bright orange detour leads me in the direction I'm headed. Off I go, and I find my way to the hospital.<br />
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Next trial is navigating in a parking garage, trying to find a spot. Another check mark in my day is going fine. I wake Sarah up and we roll on in. We were early, ( one of my mantras), and so I tried to get her in for the x-ray beforehand. The paperwork was complete, but the secretary didn't want me to miss my appointment, so she'd hold it for us until we came back.<br />
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Up two floors and I walked into an office of wall-to-wall adults and children, with screaming kids all around. I signed us in and Sarah's holding up well. We wait and wait. Fifteen minutes later, I'm called up to the desk and find out we were to be at another location. I can hardly hear what the attendant is saying. They're trying to help me reschedule, but computer issues were in full-bloom and the screaming in the office was more than I could take. Finally, a rescheduled appointment later and we're on our way downstairs. <br />
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We waited almost an hour for an x-ray and she entertained herself by reading to the other patients, making sure to show them the pictures like her teachers do! She was amazing standing still for the x-ray and ekg. Next stop, home.<br />
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But, oh, the parking garage token situation. I needed to get a token from the machine, who last time ate up more dollars than it should. Once again, it took another dollar. So, I asked the information desk how to get a token and she pointed me to the same machine that took my money. A few tries and a token in my hand, I asked how to get back the money it took. "Maam, you'll need to talk to somebody on first shift."<br />
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And I was done. I got her in the car, frantically tore open a box of Mike and Ikes, and dumped half in the backseat for her to eat while I drove. At one point, she was dancing and laughing, while sticking her tongue out to the many cars that passed us by. I'm sure the sugar high was part of her happy disposition.<br />
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I needed to stop in Target and the library before heading home, and after the library the winds of Sarah changed and the meltdown began in full force. She was tired of sitting and being constrained and wanted everyone to hear of her day's misfortune.<br />
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</div>Shellyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08168992059794528674noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8228733826645818641.post-19377883179924248662011-09-18T21:47:00.000-04:002011-09-18T21:47:39.890-04:00Today, She Walked<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div>Today, she walked. Metaphorically speaking, because there was absolutely, positively no way I was going to let her walk free without constraints in the massive crowds celebrating the extra chromosome. So, she stroller walked for those like her, and those who have yet graced this earth.<br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-dIP9nvPMPW4/TnaTGVMWjPI/AAAAAAAACh8/opygQsHY6ms/s1600/DSC_0548.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="284" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-dIP9nvPMPW4/TnaTGVMWjPI/AAAAAAAACh8/opygQsHY6ms/s640/DSC_0548.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>What a difference a year makes. Last year, The Buddy Walk was later, colder, rainier, and dreary. All we had of Sarah was a picture, but we walked in her name.<br />
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Today, the sun's rays cast a brilliant halo around Crew Stadium, and Sarah was with us in person. Casting her bright halo of smiles for all around. <br />
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</tbody></table> One of our first stops after registration (No, we weren't organized to get a team going this year!) was to sign a pledge to end the <a href="http://www.r-word.org/">R-word.</a><br />
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</tbody></table>. Next up, we listened to the opening remarks and the emcee sing "When the Saints Go Marching In" with his jazzy trumpet. During his rendition with lyrics dedicated to all the buddies out there walking today, my eyes welled up to see so many celebrating what other countries view as a lesser life. <br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-i2wS5XgU0ro/TnaTOWCXfTI/AAAAAAAACiA/0fLdBDn8SKM/s1600/DSC_0550.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="372" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-i2wS5XgU0ro/TnaTOWCXfTI/AAAAAAAACiA/0fLdBDn8SKM/s640/DSC_0550.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>The <a href="http://www.specs4us.com/">Specs4Us</a> had a booth at the walk, so Andy was able to get Sarah fitted for glasses and ordered her frames right there. For those in the market for glasses for individuals with Ds, this company makes them to fit their unique faces. We should have them by the end of the week, and our eye doctors will fit the original lenses to these frames.<br />
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There were games and bubbles, and the kids enjoyed the fun day.<br />
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Later that day, we had our small group from church over to celebrate her into our family. We have tried so many times to get dates lined up, but today was the day. They came and she performed her smiles and sassiness for all to see.<br />
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We are so very blessed, and our days are filled with laughter and smiles.<br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-mleqa-3hq0k/TnaUmglSM4I/AAAAAAAACiw/mMHKPScc46U/s1600/DSC_0562.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="428" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-mleqa-3hq0k/TnaUmglSM4I/AAAAAAAACiw/mMHKPScc46U/s640/DSC_0562.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>May you all have a wonderful week.Shellyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08168992059794528674noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8228733826645818641.post-53033779877701463202011-09-11T20:29:00.000-04:002011-09-11T20:29:28.103-04:00These Moments<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-zyKV0IrUYDk/Tm1Jw9HbihI/AAAAAAAAChM/PWmV_wHzsOQ/s1600/DSC_0462.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="428" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-zyKV0IrUYDk/Tm1Jw9HbihI/AAAAAAAAChM/PWmV_wHzsOQ/s640/DSC_0462.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><br />
To say the beginning of school is busy is an understatement. Add multiple curriculum nights, the kids' activities beginning, Sarah's meetings, Andy's travel schedule, and these past weeks have been a blur. Every year at this time, I do something that tells me I need to slow down. One year, I scheduled a substitute for the wrong day. This year, I took Addy to a meeting that wasn't until next week. Poor Sarah is crashing in bed around 7:30pm from her new school schedule, but we are surviving. So when Andy texted me the Thursday before Labor Day about a quick over-nighter up north, I jumped at the chance for all of us to get away.<br />
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The trip was one comedic error after another from the moment we started the journey until we arrived back home, but the kids enjoyed themselves and we left the cluttered home and work schedules behind for a brief 24 hours.<br />
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The weather was cold and rainy, but that did not stop our kids from living in the moment and celebrating our time together.<br />
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Thank you to all who emailed me about a website for glasses that are designed specifically for kids with Ds. The ones we ordered from the doctor do not stay on, so we'll most likely be ordering another pair. We're learning:)<br />
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Sarah's adjustment to the preschool is wonderful. I was able to meet her teachers at curriculum night and share her story. They were apologetic about the red marker that was all over her clothes when she came home. My response,"Clothes are replaceable. Experiences aren't. Everything is new and she loves to try and experiment!"<br />
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On this day of remembering, my heart is filled with gratitude on so many levels. I was teaching first grade ten years ago, Andy was in another state, and I was scared to bring a child into this world, where something like that could happen.<br />
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Until I heard the words, <b>"If we live in the state of fear, we let them win."</b><br />
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One year later, Addy was born.<br />
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Gratitude...it's a wonderful thing.Shellyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08168992059794528674noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8228733826645818641.post-10252508477302118092011-08-31T22:40:00.000-04:002011-08-31T22:40:50.843-04:00My SarahSarah bloomed like we knew she would in her new place, but melted down when she wasn't able to get on the bus with her friends. Next week, sweetie!<br />
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An AHA moment came this afternoon when I picked her up. Another couple was touring her daycare, as I was leaving. I had only strapped her in her carseat, when they came over to my car.<br />
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"I know this is awkward, but we're interviewing daycares and we have a little girl with Down syndrome. What do you think about this one?"<br />
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And so Sarah's story was shared and I could only shout praises for the accommodations, the flexibility, and their love for Sarah.<br />
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I said, "She is loved and that is all a Mama wants for her child."<br />
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We talked about IEP's, and the school district preschool. They are one year behind us, and were surprised to learn Sarah had only been in the country since Memorial Day. I'm learning quickly, they said. One day at a time, that's all. <br />
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Paving the way for another child with something extra, my Sarah. Oh, she is changing lives, making her way in this wonderful world. <br />
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My Sarah, making her mark in this world.<br />
What a wonderful front-row seat in this wild, precious life I've been given.Shellyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08168992059794528674noreply@blogger.com5