Getting Ready

Poppa and Nani are planning on heading out tomorrow for the sunny state of Florida...I am so excited. This morning I spent getting all of Jimmy's school work ready for the time we spend in KC and hope I did enough to last. I am so ready to see some family and can't wait to head back with them, it has been years since I've travelled with them.

The last trip I took with Poppa, Nani, Mom, Stephi and Nick to South Dakota and I still remember sneaking into the Indian Casino when I was suppose to be watching the kids...hehehe, thank God for fake ID's huh and that I didn't get my butt beat for it. That was a very memorable trip for the fact that the day we got back Angie and I decided to cruise N. Oak and I met the man I am married to now.

So, in a couple weeks the kids and I will be back in KC and ready to see everyone and I hope you are ready for us. I was expecting to see Izabel but she is still holding on to the womb for dear life, so hopefully when she hears we're coming she'll decide I am travelling a long way to see her and loosen the grip a little. Oh and Alisha, I loved all those pictures, but the one of you when you were a kid, that's how I remember you and I had to smile, you were such a cute girl.

Stephi, I know you're excited for the kids, but I think they're more excited to see you. Jimmy can't wait to be back and help with those animals. I can't say the exact date I'll be back, but it will be so soon and we can't wait to see you. PS...you better talk, don't act like you've never met us before.

Mom, love you and can't wait to see you. It's getting so close and I am so excited, I miss you a lot. I'm glad you're feeling better and I can finally talk to you on the phone, I was really missing you all last week, especially when I called and all I got was a whisper. Get all better so the kids and I can give you a big kiss.

I'll see everyone soon.

Happy Birthday Dad!

I don't have any recent pictures of my dad. but this will do. I was giving him a kiss before go to my first Homecoming Dance. Dad is spending his birthday in St. Louis on business, so I haven't got to wish him a happy birthday yet, but I will this evening.

My dad means a lot to me because he didn't have to be my dad. The first night I met him I was 4-years-old and he walked in to take my mom on a date. I ran to him and called him daddy right off the bat, which most 22-year-old men would have ran at that second, he never told me he wasn't and allowed me to be his daughter. He let me join in on dates with my mom and before to long we were living with him and he married my mom. At the age of 10 he adopted me and made me his own. He is a great father to me and I know he cares about me as much as his biological children. Thank you Daddy, I will never forget what you did for me. I love you bunches.

Taylor's Island

Taylor drew this island today. She is a very talented little artist, but she usually designs clothing. She wants to have a clothing line when she grows up and is very good at drawing up outfits with all the accessories.

Happy Birthday Nani

Nani, you are a terrific woman and everything I want to be. I have learned so much from you and love you more than I can ever express. I have so many memories of spending the weekends and summers with you, you have been there anytime I needed you or just gave me a listening ear when I needed to talk. I couldn't never have asked for a better grandma and I am so glad that you are mine. I am getting really excited to see you next week! Hope you have a wonderful birthday.

Meet Underground

Picture of the whole Underground band: Rory, Chris, Dan & Nick.

First CD Recorded

Nick's band Underground has just recorded their first CD. You can go to their website through my favorite links and listen to two of their songs, which are pretty darn good and I am not a big rock fan. Nick laughs at me a lot because I am a big fan of 80's & early 90's rock, which I guess if you didn't grow up in the time you're not crazy about that kind of rock 'n roll.

I am so proud of you and can't wait to see you perform. Taylor tells everyone that her Uncle Nick is famous hahah. One great thing about Nick is that he is so good at the gutair without one day of lessons. He has a great talent to play by ear, my sister Stephanie can do it too. I did not receive this gift, but I have always enjoyed listening to both of them play.

You can purchase Underground's CD for $5.00 from him. If you would like one of their first CDs you can get a hold of mom or let me know and I will get it for you. The more CD's sold gives them the money for more recording time. Just think, when they make it big you can say you had their first CD before they were big rock stars lol.

Happy Birthday Nay-Nay!

Today is my families dearest friend Renee's birthday. She has been a big part of our life for almost 5 years now. I met Renee when I worked at Jay's Learning Center and her daughter Jordan was one of my preschool students. Taylor and Jordan became fast best friends and then Renee gave birth to another daughter a few months after Jimmy was born and they are friends as well.

Thank you Renee for all that you have done for me and for being one hell of a friend...you know I love ya. What started off as play days for the girls has formed a strong lasting bond between our families, who would've thought.

I hope you have a wonderful birthday and many, many more. I can't wait to see you in a couple weeks.

New Photo Albums

I just created photo albums on angelfire.com and have linked them to this webite. I have on for Taylor, Jimmy, Family and Friends. You can go to my favorite links and click on the one you wish to see. I will add photos to the ones I have and you may let me know if you would rather not have your photo displayed or send me a photo that you would like on the site. I actually need a recent photo of a few people: Dustin, Alisha & Greg together, the Renee clan or any you do not see here. I just got a picture of Taylor and Jimmy's friends TJ, Emily and Jon that will be posted shortly for those of you that have heard so much about them and now can put a face with the name. I will create an album for Eric and I as well, so soon you will be able to looked at our beautiful mugs. If anyone has cute photos of the kids please send them and I will put on their sites.

If you are wondering why the kids have just baby pics on, I am trying to go in age order so you can see how they have grown. Their birth stats are also listed on the album.

To Greg and Alisha

We are still awaiting the arrival of Izabel, who was rearing to go at the beginning of this month, but has decided she wants to hang on a little longer. From all the ultrasound pictures you can tell she is going to be a gorgeous baby girl and we all can't wait for her to get here.

I hated that I couldn't be at the shower, but the pictures were great. I'm glad you got so much and Greg putting the stroller together brought back memories. We had a playpen for Jimmy that we about threw out the door because we couldn't figure it out, I think when we finally figured out how to fold it up he had already grown out of it.

I am so happy for the two of you and know that you will make great parents and raise a wonderful little girl. She definately has a big family that loves babies, I bet the Jack grandparents are so happy to have 3 babies in one year, that's great! I check out your blog daily, hoping I will see a picture of a newborn baby girl with the title "Now Showing Babyzilla" lol.

Good luck to you too and enjoy your time as a couple before baby.

The Beautiful Tater Chip

I took this picture yesterday while the kids were playing and I thought it looked pretty cool, almost like she is standing in front of a backdrop. The sun was setting, but as you can tell it was pretty cloudy yesterday, just made a great picture.

Jimmy's New Costume

Jimmy came downstairs last night with this Kleenex hanging out of his mouth. Eric and I asked him what he was doing with this in his mouth but we couldn't understand what he was saying, so I pulled it out of his mouth and asked him, "What are you doing?" He looked at us like we were crazy and replied, "I'm Santa Claus." Eric and I laughed so hard we were crying. I let Jimmy know how creative that was and placed the Kleenex back in his mouth and grabbed my camera so I could keep this memory forever. What a kid!

Little Mechanic

After a bit of a drive, Jimmy decided his Jeep was not running all that well and ran inside to get some tools. He spent some time working on the "engine" and tires and got it running like a charm again. I snapped a couple pictures but liked this one the best, the other one he was using a hand saw lol.

Say Cheeezzze!

Taylor has always hammed it up for the camera and nothing has changed, except she keeps getting bigger. Last night she pulled out her loose tooth all by herself (this is usually done by Aunt Ste.) She was so proud of herself for doing that and woke up to $5 in her tooth fairy pillow. She was trying to wait until she could have Aunt Ste pull it for her, but that darn tooth had plans of it's own, so there was no way she could wait and Mommy is a big chicken when it comes to pulling teeth, so Tay stepped up to the plate and did it herself. Way to go Chip!

Already Talking to the Ladies

I snapped this picture of Jimmy this morning while he was talking to Nani (my mom) on the phone. Eric and I bought him this hair because Taylor never shares hers with him. He had quite a conversation with mom today about everything under the sun. Last night they spent some time on the webcam. Both the kids enjoy talking to Nani and Grandpa Ky-Ky on the computer and the phone

Our Cat

Gabby (Gabriella DiFalco) is our newest pet, we got her a couple months after moving to Florida. She has made the perfect pet for our family. Eric became very close to her while we were in KC, but after we returned she is back to following me around everywhere. This picture was taken during preschool and she decided she wanted to sit on Jimmy's box. Most the time she falls asleep next to the box during school but wakes up before I can snap a picture of her in her sleeping position, (she sleeps on her back with all fours in the air) it's really cute. Hopefully I will get that shot of her and will post it as soon as it happens.

Another Change in Plans

The kids and I have decided to make our trip to KC earlier than expected. We will be driving back with Poppa and Nani the first part of February. They have been planning a trip to Florida and the kids and I were going to fly out after they left, but now we will join them on the way back and fly home when we feel we have overstayed our welcome lol. Taylor has wanted to stay in the fifth wheel for awhile and now is her chance. We are very excited to see everyone and can't wait to get back.

Eric will be leaving for Philly on the 19th of Feb. and will also venture to Atlantic City with a few of his friends from KC, so I am sure he will enjoy himself and I hope he hits it big. He can't wait to have a real Philly Cheese Steak and says he plans to get one on the first day. It doesn't go with our diet but he says he can't pass that up, I don't blame him on that.

February 15th is a very special day for me and I plan to spend the evening with my dad. He adopted me on that day 18 years ago and I am very greatful for that, I love having him as my dad. We are going to dinner for some seafood and I plan to spend as much time with him as I can as well. Dad has also offered to fly us home when we are ready and I am very thankful that he would do that for us.

I can't wait to see everyone and I am counting down the days. I will see you all soon and Eric can't wait to come back in April. Love you all and we miss you very much!!!

Jimmy's Bat

Jimmy made this bat today out of his hand prints and was able to glue them by himself. I thought he did a great job and it is very cute.

Buzzy the Bumble Bee

This is Buzzy the Bumble Bee that Jimmy made today in preschool. It is not actually on colored paper, but I wanted the wings to show up. He makes the bee fly around the room making buzzing sounds. He is learning how to glue and is doing a great job.

The Proposal

I just got a marriage proposal today from someone who was not Eric. As cute as this guy is, I could not refuse and I proudly excepted...sorry Eric. Jimmy did not get on one knee but he had a big smile on his face and looked me in the eyes as he held on to my face and said, "Marry me Mommy!" When I told him of course I would marry him he placed his blanket on my head like a veil. He does the cutest things and looks as though he may give his daddy a run for his money.

Goldilocks Picture

This is a picture Jimmy colored in preschool. I have now added a Jimmy's Preschool blog for all to see. I haven't figured out how to get the pictures on that one, but you can read about what he is doing in school.