Maggie's Day at the Salon

I decided to treat Maggie, along with everyone else's nose, to a day at the salon. OK, Petco Grooming. She did great. Bath, shampoo, brushing, nails, ears, teeth, and berry scent. She looks, feels, and smells like a new dog. This might become more of a routine.

Since Natalee's birth, I just can't seem to find the time and energy to give a large dog with tons of loose hair a full bath. It was worth the $45 to have someone else do this.

Back at Home

Yesterday I decided I was recovered enough to return home. Last night, I slept in my own bed, had my own computer, own TV with cable. I missed being home. Charlee agreed and was happy to be home but she's ready to go back to Grandma and Grandpa's house.

A New Era

I've survived surgery and I'm slowly on the mend. The sugery was more painful than I thought it was going to be but I'm so glad that I've decided to proceed.

I'm still staying with Mom and Dad (my lifesavers) because I can't lift Natalee more than a few seconds without feeling the tug of the incisions.

One day at a time....

Natalee's 9 month photo

Photographs by: JCPenney's

Milestone Update

Natalee is offically walking at 10 months

Gotcha Day Celebration

Gotcha Day---3 Year Celebration

Charlee, Natalee, and I celebrated Gotcha Day today. I actually was just on the plane to China three years ago but we can't celebrate on January 28th. It seems like yesterday that Charlee was placed in my arms. A small little girl that didn't make a peep or give any emotions. Just look at what three years, tons of food, and love can do.

I love you, Charlee

Charlee is showing Natalee where China is on the globe.

Dinner at China Star

YUMMY!!!!!

Both Girls Loved the Pork Lo Mein and Sesame Beef

So did Mommy!!!!!!

Natalee turns ten months old

Natalee turned 10 months old, yesterday (pictures were taken today). It is amazing that she has been with Charlee and I for 10 whole months. She is starting to take steps. As many as 3 but usually 2 steps at a time. She is beginning to have a mind of her own. She is out growing baby food/cereal and wants real food. She is currently wearing size 12 month clothes and size 4 diapers. She officially has 8 teeth today. The 8th tooth was a bit rough but we survived with a little Motrin.

She loves her big sister

A little fuzzy