Happy Birthday Katy - 2 Years Old

Today is my baby's 2 year birthday. Wow, did that year fly by.

We had a shared birthday party with her pal Gemma on Monday. Gemma is just 9 days younger, so we thought it would be fun to have 2 birthdays in one.
Here are a few pictures from the big day.

Just a few shots of Katy

Fun with apple sauce.
Katy's new ride.

Walking her baby.

Splashing in her kitchen.

Hamming it up!

Cooling off.

Fun at the Zoo!

July 20, 2008 - Our one year anniversary as a family!
Katy and Brigit landed at Logan one year ago yesterday and started the best year of our lives.
We celebrated by going to the Zoo. Katy loves all animals and had a blast!
Here are some shots of our day.

KATY

GEMMA

JAIDA

Our 1 Year Anniversary!

Today, July 9, 2008 marks one year since our joy entered our lives.

Here's a couple of shots from then and now.

Katy and Mom finally meet - July 9, 2007

Celebrating Mom's Birthday - June 30, 2008

As We Near Our 1 Year Anniversary with Katy

In a couple of days, it will be the one year anniversery of when she was placed in my arms. I found this beautiful poem and wanted to share it with you:

Legacy of an Adopted Child

Author Unknown

Once there were two women who never knew each other

One you do not remember

The other you call Mother

Two different lives shaped to make you one

One became your guiding star, the other became your sun

One gave you life and the second taught you to live it

The first gave you a need for love

The second was there to give it

One gave you a nationality

The other gave you a name

One gave you a talent

The other gave you aim

One gave you emotions

The other calmed your fears

One saw your first sweet smile

The other dried your tears

One sought for you a home that she could not provide

The other prayed for a child and her hope was not denied

And now you ask me through your tears

The age old question unanswered through the years

Heredity or environment which are you a product of?

Neither my darling neither, just two different kinds of Love.

My Birthday Weekend

We just had the best weekend in a long time. My sister and her family flew in from California and stayed with us until today.

We were a little crowded, but we all had fun. We went up to Maine, with my other sister, her family and our crew. The weather wasn't that great, but we had alot of fun just being together.

Also, this was a big birthday for me this monday, as I have turned the big 4-0. Can't believe it. I am still having a hard time saying it. But having my sisters with me made the occasion that more fun. My neice also had her birthday on July 1st so we got to celebrate together.

Here are a few pictures from our fun filled weekend.

Thank you Stephanie, Graham and Gemma for such a wonderful birthday party.

Katy with cousin Lily

Katy with cousin Katelyn

Look at those beautiful faces. I am one lucky Mom and Aunty

Trying out the new swing set that Daddy built.

Florida Fun!

We recently went to the beautiful Sanibel Island to celebrate Brigit's cousin Sam's graduation from High School - Congrats Sam!
BIG THANKS to Aunt Marianne (Goo Goo)and Uncle Paul for everything. You guys are the Best!
We had a great time and believe it or not Dave actually got on a plane!
A lot of help from his Doctor was needed but he made it.
Anyway, here are a few pictures of the trip.

One Year Ago ......

One year ago, i was driving on Route 3 North, heading to a client site. My cell phone rings, i answer it and it is my adoption agency.

My life has changed forever.

We are the proud parents of a baby girl. Her name is Guo Yuan Fen and she was just 8 months old.

I remember that day so vividly. I remember almost driving off the highway into the breakdown lane. Thinking better of it, i asked if i could call her back and got off the highway and found a ramdom parking lot.

I remember desperately looking for a pen and a piece of paper in my briefcase.

I remember shaking as i am writing down all her information. Her name is Guo Yuan Fen, she is 8 months old, from Guixi, Jianxi Province in China. Her birthday is September 3, 2006.

I remember calling Dave and praying i had enough battery life on my cell phone to tell him everything. (no car charger)

I remember calling my Aunt Marianne and telling her the good news and to pack her bags.

I remembered I was on my way to a client for a meeting and was already a half hour late. I called him to let him know I just had a baby on the highway and i would be there shortly. (I also remember the silence on the other end as he tried to compute what i just said)

I remember my cell phone battery dying and knowing i would have a long drive home. I cranked the music, sang, laughed and cried all the way home.

I remember hugging and kissing Dave and being the happiest i have been in a long time.

Happy Referral Day China 138.

By the way - I also remember the day was actually May 1, 2007, but forgot to blog yesterday. See how things change when you have a baby.

Referral Picture #1



Referral Picture #2



Katy today (Runny nose and all)

Crazy March

I have not been a very good blogger this month. I am trying to cram in all our happenings in at the end of the month.


Katy has had her 18 month old check up and she is doing great. She is finally 20.6 lbs. and 30 inches tall. She is walking around like crazy, and also running. Still needs to work on her stopping. She is trying to say more words. As far as i can make out she says "more please", "all done", "shoes", and we even heard her say the dreaded "No".

We had a bit of a freak out tonite though. Katy was in her crib asleep (or so we thought), Dave and I were watching our favorite monday night shows. All of a sudden Katy comes walking around the corner and into the living room with a big smile on her face. We both jumped up and yelled. It was the most bizarre thing.

Well it turns out, i must have forgotten to lift the side of the crib up and low and behold, she climbed out.

We have been quite busy this month. Between birthday parties, Easter, St. Patricks day, and just plain life, this month has been a whirl wind.

Here are a few hightlights, with some pictures:

Fun at Chuck E Cheese with her "China Sisters"





You are getting very sleepy.....






Happy Easter....

Do you like Katy's new shoes?

Katy is becoming quite the comedian. She loves to make people laugh. Especially her mommy and daddy.

My girl is a shoe and handbag girl. She loves her shoes. She is usually fighting me when i am trying to get her dressed, but all i have to say is "can we put on your shoes", and she sits down with her feet ready.

Well she was looking around the house and found the newest fashion in bootwear. What do you think? I especially love the "after dinner belly" sticking out.

Our Baby is 18 Months Old Today !!!!

Katy turned 18 months old today. I can't believe how much she has grown in the last few months.

Some of her highlights:

--Walking
--Running - still can't stop very well.
--Says a few words (Baby, Mama, Dada, Hi, All Done)
--Peed in her new potty
--Finally fitting into 12 months clothes
--Loves to play with her babies
--Loves books
--Loves applesauce

We are so looking forward to spring and summer this year. I can't wait to introduce her to the beach, swimming, the zoo, Ice cream at Kimball's, and everything else summer brings with it.

She is growing so fast, and it only keeps getting better and better.

We love you baby,
Love Mommy and Daddy