Birthday!

In 2002 Eric brought me a single rose on my birthday...this year, he sent me these beautiful flowers at work, took me to a fantastic dinner at Piropos, and planned a spa day (complete with chocolates and champagne) for Eva and me!! He's definitely improved over the last nine years!

Dress up

It's a paid holiday for me, so I get to be home with Eric and Lily!! That means lots of cuddle time, Raffi, and playing dress up!

Lily, the Ladybug Princess

Lily, the Ladybug Princess...hoping the Sorting Hat places her in Gryffindor!

Snow day!

School was cancelled today due to snow, which means I get to be home with Eric & Lily!! Does it get any better than being paid to be with the two people you love most?!

Here's a picture of Lily playing in the bath. I can't believe how big she's getting--She can even shampoo her own hair now!

First day in a new school...

I just wanted to let everyone know that Lily's drop off went really well this morning! We prayed on our way to school and I tried to be as confident as possible, so Lily would feel good about the experience. I know she is going to have fun there, but it make take a few weeks to adjust.

She was apprehensive at first and didn't want to leave my side, but right away one of the girls in her class came up and took Lily to wash her hands before breakfast...that seemed to help Lily feel more comfortable. She actually was able to wander around the room without me, inspecting her new environment.

As I was leaving, Lily started to fuss, but the teacher came over and reached for Lily. Surprisingly, Lily went right to her without any tears. I watched through the class windows before I left and Lily was still laying on the teachers shoulder.

After we registered Lily at La Petite, we found out that Eva's neighbor girl, Alexandria, also just started in the same classroom. Now, if Alexa joins, the girls can all be in the same pre-school class together in a few months! How fun would that be?! :)

Please keep Lily in your prayers today!

La Petite Academy

After careful consideration, we have decided it is time for Lily to leave her in-home care center and transition into more of a pre-school setting. Thankfully, we found (and fell in love with) La Petite Academy (http://www.lapetite.com/). Now, Lily will receive focused, age-appropriate socialization and education and we couldn't be more excited!

Her first day is Wednesday. I'll be sure to post an update on her experience.

Heading home

Today we headed home after another wonderful trip to Washington! Like always, feel sad to leave our family and friends, but look forward to our next visit!

Saying goodbye

Lily and Baby Sophie, out cruising...again!