She's One!

Grandma made special cupcakes for her very first Breakfast birthday party.


It's hard to believe that a year ago Greg and I brought home a beautiful tiny little baby girl straight from the hospital. We had no clue how long we would be the parents to this precious little one but we committed to love her as our own no matter how long we would be graced with her presence. Here we are one year later, with a spirited, loving little girl who brings us so much joy. Happy Birthday Baby!

So I stink at blogging

My girlfriend Traci, who only has the world's cutest blog and is just good like that (ps she designed my header) sent me a harsh note that it's march and I still have "meeting Santa" as my "latest" blog. So here's to you Traci...I updated my blog. And I'm stealing our spa picture....

We were able to steal away for a few hours, thanks to our dear hubbies taking care of the kids to get a little pampering from Burke Williams. All I can say is yum.

Meeting Santa

So, the first time G met Santa, let's just say it was not a good first impression. Since then I had two weeks to pump her up on everything Santa before our Foster Family Agency Christmas party where Santa was to make a debut.

We made ornaments, ate food, talked with other foster families and then the big moment arrived...Santa...all the kids sat out front and waited for their turn to sit on Santa's lap. The younger ones went first...which meant G didn't get to see how it was supposed to be done. So, I sat her down and as they say a picture speaks a thousand words....


Sheer panic

He has gifts???

Hey this isn't so bad...


Little C was just oblivious to the whole thing...hey where are my socks mom???

Birthday Freebies

I often check out other blogs for deals and freebies and a good one I recently came across has access to all the different freebies one can get on their birthday or just for signing up to their e-clubs. Many of them are for restaurants etc...so it's worth checking out. With the economy these days we could all use a freebie here and there. Enjoy! (click below)
Freebies 4 Mom: Birthday Freebies *January Update*

Cruisin through Naples

There's an area in Long Beach called Naples that goes off the hook every year with homes that decorate up the hilt. We spent the evening with our friends Meredith & Horacio and their little guy walking the canals and enjoying the festive atmosphere.

Rugrats

My sister came down with all her chillin's to see us for the holidays...I love seeing all my little nieces & nephews...and they absolutely adore Greg...as you can see.

Time to deck the Halls

The day after thanksgiving I was so excited to put up the lights because this year we have a little one that I knew would be excited to see them. Greg pulled out the numerous Christmas boxes stashed away in the garage and G and I made sugar cookies and hot chocolate with tiny marshmallows. We pumped some Christmas tunes and watched as Daddy Greg decked the house. Did I mention...I absolutely love Christmas!!