In memory of breastfeeding

http://www.weirdasianews.com/2008/04/19/fake-food-a-babys-perspective/

This had me rolling on the floor. Man, that poor kid looks so hopeful! My breastfeeding days are over, but this still tugs at the heart (and pokes hard at the funny bone).

Words to live by

This weekend, we had dinner over at a friend's house. They have a two children about the same age as Anna and Silvia. Their oldest, Ella, is reknowned in Anna's heart as the Keeper of the Fabulous Dress-Up Closet. Whenever we get together, that's Anna's first goal, to dive in and dress like a princess.

Anna had been babbling in the back of the car for 20 minutes about how excited she was to see Ella and dress up and what exactly she was going to wear. As we pulled into the drive way, she could see Ella waiting for us at the front door, waving.

Anna's excitement bubbled over and she bounced in her seat with glee and yelled, "First, we say hello! THEN we take out clothes off!"

Happy Mother's Day

"The moment a child is born, the mother is also born. She never existed before. The woman existed, but the mother, never. A mother is something absolutely new.”

-Bhagwan Shree Rajneesh-

Instead of a day off, a day of relaxation, pampering and indulgence, today I have a new definition of this moment of celebration. Today I get to enjoy my girls, delight in their need of me and revel in my undeniable necessity to this family. Regardless of any darkness in between, I am still the mommy, I am loved and essential. That is my real Mother's Day gift. Thanks!

Oh my pretty Anna

This little clip is from last summer, but I was just browsing through and thought it was too darn cute not to share. Enjoy!

We'll miss you, Uncle Dick

Love and hugs to Aunt Juanita, Vicki, Cari, Liz, Cathy and all the kids. Wish we could be there with you right now.