Look Who's Turning One

A whole year already? Why yes, it seems so.

Kudos

I have been trying to write a post since Friday and am just getting to do so. Like many other homes, it has been really busy around here over the last few days. Last night wrapped up all the school winter performances with Gabbi playing her trumpet in their band's first concert. In all the shuffle, hustle and bustle of  getting to the school on time, Gabbi left her music at home. All was well, she looked on with a fellow band member and did an awesome job. All of the kids did a great job. These students all began learning to play their various instruments just a few months ago when school began. Kudos to the band directors for teaching and inspiring.

Gabbs prior to warm ups for the concert

Next up, the Christmas performance at church on Sunday.

A Milestone

Guess who! Guess who is sitting up on her own. It is our very own Ava Claire. I am continually in awe at how quickly time is passing. Six months have come and gone so very fast. It seems like just yesterday we were very much sleep deprived and anxious, as it had been five years since we had a newborn in our home. Even though we had already done this four times already, these pros didn't feel very much like pros but like nervous newbies again. As I celebrate her new milestone, I am also increasingly aware that this time is so very precious and to enjoy it and her as much as I can. Before I know it, she'll be a teen like her big sis and we'll be reaching and passing new milestones.

 It is such a blessing and joy to have been chosen to be the mom of these awesome girls.