New England Foliage

My girls, just hanging around watching mom rake the leaves into a big pile. A never ending battle.

A Day at the Zoo

Olivia with the zoo's most dangerous animal. Isn't she brave?

Always wanting to pose for a photo opt. Aliette wanted no part of it. I think she was afraid the statues would come to life.

It was a perfect and warm day for an outing at the zoo. Aliette enjoyed the petting zoo and Olivia loved going in and out of the corn maze.

Thrills of Fall- Apple Picking 101

Oh where or where is my best apple picker?

Mommy, this is the best apple I have ever had! Can I have another one?

Two against One, the apples didn't know what was about to happen to them.

My big girl, loves poising for pictures

Look mom, he loves this food. Can I have some more?

Do you think Grandpa can get one like this?

Olivia loved feeding the reindeer.

Aliette had a great time at the petting zoo, but wasn't really sure about all of this.

Happy Fall: Life doesn't get better than this!

The Big Day has arrived

For me the happiest days in my life was when I learned I was matched with my children. After all the paperwork, this was it, they were no longer a dream, but a face that I could pray for and stare at. I was very happy when they were placed in my arms, but getting that photo, really made it REAL. Today, was a close second. After 7 months of phone calls and paper work, Aliette's adoption is FINALIZED. She assumes my name and has found her forever family. Aliette's adoption has been far from typical and normal, everything has been unique, needing special attention, which I guess makes it that much sweeter.

Aliette's earlier arrival really took me my surprise, but I kept putting one foot in front of the other and held the course. In an email to a friend I was explaining how her health problems, have kept running from one doctor to the next, but it has been a blessing. We've had the time to bond and I've removed everything from my plate that isn't critical. I've had time to play hopscotch, finger paint, and roll down hills. I have never been happier in my life.

Olivia was very excited about going to see the judge. She is just beginning to ask questions about her adoption and can begin to explain to others what this is all about. She will be with me for 4 years on September 18! Guess where she wants to go for her special dinner? McDonald's of course. I'm pushing for Chinese, but I don't think my vote counts. My entire family gathered at Friendly's to celebrate tonight. God is so Good. Tonight the angels are shouting or joy and dancing. I feel so blessed to be the mother of two of God's children. Enjoy the photos.

Finally, dinosaurs and stars

Some Pig.

Anything is possible. Sister's in SPACE.

Reach for the stars.

Me too, I need to take out all of Olivia's pegs before she sees me. One, two, three GO!

You light up my LIFE, keep finding and making new patterns.

I'm a shrimp next to this fellow.

I don't know about this one!

Got Milk?

This is way COOL mom, can we bury Olivia PLEASE?

Digging for Diamonds

We didn't take a formal vacation this summer, but we did visit several museums and other events around CT. We had a great time exploring new things and visiting new parts of the state. Have some time tonight, so I'll post some pictures. Enjoy

Kindergarten

Today was Olivia's 1st day of Kindergarten. She began with a photo opt with the school mascot, then went on a classroom scavenger hunt locating all the important things in the classroom, only to be followed by a story and coloring activity. Did I mention, she was only in Kindergarten for 1 hour with me. Leaving school on the 1st day of school was difficult, but there is only one 1st day of school, so I managed. She loves her new teacher and her new friends. Aliette has moved to the toddler room, since she is walking and needing more play time. We go to court next week to finalize the adoption, I can't wait. Lots of pictures for that glorious day. Enjoy the pictures.

hanging aroun

Olivia, my bathing beauty.

Aliette chilling out sporting googles. Necklace right mom?

My precious little mermaid.