Happy Birthday Kristina!

Today, it is this precious one's 12th Birthday! She was born as 4:09 pm 12 years ago today....hard to believe how quickly our babies grow up. This is what I love (or adore, or cherish, or can't live without) about Kristina-- She is a genius (I'm not just saying that cuz I'm her mama either ;), She has the most beautiful smile, she is very caring and giving, she is a great helper, she has always been very huggy, she makes up crazy nick names for me, (the most recent of which is bologny! or hondu, or scoobidy, or bleekin), she is soft hearted, she loves her family, her beautiful green eyes, she loves God, she is an eager learner, she brings a bubbly energy to our family, she is independent with a good balance of dependence, she is an all around wonderful daughter. Happy Birthday Precious One!

Last night I got to spend a night at home -- well at least after 7:00. I made a home cooked meal, which the kids were very excited about AND we had a Robert Thursday! Although he was quite cranky last night, we still enjoyed having him over. He had his 'baf' and his yummy dinner, While Bluey waited patiently by for any morsel that may 'accidentally' be dropped on the floor! Robert gets a big kick out of feeding the dogs...and they have come to expect it ;P After dinner, we baked Kristina's birthday treat for school... while Robert played in the kitchen with me. He thought he'd try my shoes on for size It was the craziest thing ever watching him try to walk around as he giggled and giggled. I think if the shoes are 13 sizes too big, it doesn't matter if they're on the wrong feet or not! I had time to spend some much needed together time with my kids, I got 2 loads of laundry done, and got to read the newspaper. It was a rejuvenating evening and it was so needed. I feel like a new person today! I have a stressful day at work, but then I'm off to meet Carlene for dinner and go to school. It will be so nice to see everyone again and I am so excited for this class. Saturday I have school and Kristina has cheer practice and a game. Sunday we have church and then Kristina's family party. I'm looking forward to get together to celebrate her birthday.

PS, check out the Edward blog on the right...it updates on the rebuilding efforts and volunteer opportunities to help.

Until next time...