Wordless Wednesday - Skating!!

I love this picture!!

Have a wonderful Wednesday y'all! ((HUGS))

Terrific weekend... except for the rain!

We had such a great family weekend. Although Danny's schedule was changed so he could help out with his Mom more, we are now able to spend more time together as a family. It's awesome!!
On Saturday, we had Lilli's recital pictures taken at the dance studio. Brandon Potter took them this year. He is the same photographer that I want to do an oil portrait of Lilli. He's so talented...truly gifted http://www.bpotterphoto.com/  The proofs will be arrive in a few weeks... can't wait to see them! Lilli's smile was infectious!
After the photography session, we headed to Greenville for a visit with my college roomate and accountant, Leslie. We so enjoyed spending time with her 2 girls Andrea & Audrey! They are both soooo sweet... I could've loved on them all day long! Who'da thought so many years ago that she would've been a Mom to 4 beautiful kids AND my tax accountant. LOL  Our visits are too far apart for living so close to one another. Must do it again soon!!!
These pictures were taken last week. Lilli wanted a hopper ball, so we gifted her one as part of her Gotcha Day present. I didn't have means to blow it up, so a co-worker and friend blew it up for me on Tuesday. Lilli was so excited, she insisted on jumping on it as soon as we returned from tap class without changing back into her regular cloting. **Note the leotard!** Thank you again for helping me blow it up, Tommy! You made my little girl's day!  I love this series of shots!!

Hope y'all had a great weekend too! ((HUGS))

Photo Friday...

These are the last of our photos from our weekend trip with Becky & Hannah. So many memories... that will be cherished always. I love that these two precious children of God will have a forever friendship. It's a blessing to have a relationship with them.
Taking turns swinging on the rope swing...

Feeding the ducks was a big hit...

Can't wait to see them again. Hope everyone has a wonderful weekend! ((HUGS))

A GREAT WEEKEND WITH "FAMILY"!

As I shared yesterday, we spent the weekend with Becky & Hannah in Virginia Beach. They are from the Washington, DC area, so we don't get to see them very often, but it's always fun when we do!!  The girls always play so well together... they genuinely love one another. It was also really nice to have an opportunity to catch up with Becky.

They blew bubbles & played on Friday afternoon...

They play games on Friday evening...

And after they fed the ducks and geese on Saturday morning...

We went to the Virginia Marine Science Museum...

Tomorrow, I will share a few more photos from our visit. I'm so "thankful" to have our extented "China Family". Becky & Hannah are such an important part of our lives. We LOVE them and can't wait to see them at the AWAA National Reunion in Washington, DC this summer!! Woooo-hoooo!!
Hope everyone has a blessed Thursday. It's Thankful Thursday.... what are you thankful for today?

3rd Anniversary "Gotcha" Celebration

Thought I'd share a few photos from our 3rd Anniversary Dinner at House of Wang. What a lovely evening... and terrific way to celebrate 3 years of having Lilli in our lives! So many friends and family members came to celebrate with us. I'm thankful for the love they give Lilli, each & every day. Lilli adores each of you!!

Lilli & cousin Liesel

Mommy & her favorite girl!!

Josie, Scarlett and Riley

Lilli and Grandma

3 YEAR FAMILY!!

James, Samuel and Lydia

"Uncle" John gave me $5...

...and so did "Grandma" Mary!!

Nana, Poppy and Lilli

Nana and cousin Liesel

POPPY!!!

Angel and Lilli

Lydia shows us the RIGHT way to eat a cupcake!

OH MY GOODNESS!

Martha and Lydia

BUG!!!

Tomorrow, I will 'try' to share a few photos from our annual "Gotcha Weekend" with Becky & Hannah in Virginia Beach.
Hope everyone has a wonderful Wednesday!! ((HUGS))