Twirling

"Tenderness of God is twirling around
In our living room tonight
Lighten up your daddy's eyes
And know that he just wants to freeze you in time"
-Elliana by Watermark

I've been waiting for this moment. Our little girl enjoying life; twirling, swirling, jumping, singing, and dancing.
 Ellie is one of a kind. We are so glad she's ours.

What's Cookin' Good Lookin'?

The baker is in! We made chocolate chip muffins. Ellie had fun. This apron is circa 1983. It's cloth is filled with memories of cooking with MY Mimi, sweeping the floor for  $.25, and dancing on her feet in the kitchen. 

People often say that Eliana is a mini-me. In some ways, I am happy of that, but in others, well, we all have our flaws, right? Grab life by the horns lil' girl. Smile, cheer, and stay joyful. 

Stars and Stripes

"I thank God for my life

For for the stars and stripes

May freedom forever fly

Let it ring

Salute the ones who died

The ones that give their lives

So we don't have to sacrifice

All the things we love..."

Like Pretty Pretty Princess with cousins,

 Triple Slip n' slide,

 Mommy snuggles,

 Mr. Blue Eyes,

 Family Time,

 Sibling smooches,

 Smores,

 Fireflies,

 Staying up late,

 Daddy Snuggles, and

"...Like our chicken fried
And cold beer on a Friday night
A pair of jeans that fit just right
And the radio up..."

Random June photos

This little girl is turning 2 in three days! She is such a joy, and keeps me so busy that I have no time to update this blog! Eliana talks a lot, laughs a lot, smiles, and is full of energy! We love her to pieces. 

Connor is 5!

Ok, ok, it's August, but whatever. Here are some pictures of Connor's fifth birthday. We had a ton of fun playing arcade games, eating pizza, drinking soda, and riding a go-cart for the first time!