Lovely little ladies!

The 2nd week in January was filled with sugar and spice & everything nice for us! Two of my very dear friends welcomed baby girls into their families. I love this stage of life! From the announcement of pregnancy to the phone call that they're in labour...it's all so exciting!!!

Vince & Kristy welcomed beautiful Sierra Gonsalves on January 11th. Kristy has always been my friend who loved pink and anything that sparkles. ;) So I was over joyed to hear she was having a little girl!

4 days later the incredible Lundgren family welcomed Leksya! How beautiful does Melissa look just hours later? Melissa truly is my hero! After everything she's been through these last couple of weeks she's still thanking God for His faithfulness. She's an incredible woman that I admire greatly!

Chase thought Leks was really cute! I guess it's another option for him if things didn't workout with her big sister. ;) Love you Livy!!!

Thank you for letting us celebrate this milestone with you! We're so excited to be apart of your lives and to raise our wee ones together. We pray blessing & wisdom over you as you raise these sweet girls!

Hi Baby!

To my sweet baby,

I'm truly thankful everyday that God has given me the gift of being a Mommy again! I come alive just thinking about what our family will look like one day. I promise to love you with my whole heart and to do my best to be here for you always. I'm so excited to meet you! At 25 weeks your birthday will be here before we know it. I love feeling you roll around and kick. You are very active just like your big brother was. ;) Even though you've brought on a bit more heart burn and nausea (ha ha) Mommy loves you. Keep growing strong! I love you!!!

xx Mommy

Christmas 2010

Some of the highlights from Christmas 2010! This year we celebrated with my side of the family. Chad, Chase & I started the day off waking up early to open gifts as a wee family. We had to wake Chase up so he was a bit groggy while opening gifts at our house. He came alive at my Mom's. It was a special morning for me enjoying our time with Chase. Next year there will be 2 kids and I'm sure a lot more chaos! ;)

I love stockings!

Chase's gift from us this year was a train table. I'm sure you can tell by the wrapping paper and his pj's that he's into Thomas! ;)

Christmas at my Mom's

More trains

We found out the beginning of December that my Aunt had breast cancer. It was a massive shock to everyone. Her surgery was scheduled for Dec. 24th in the morning. She came on Christmas day for dinner and left shortly after as she was in a great deal of pain. It wasn't an easy Christmas for Auntie Miriam or the rest of the family. Her journey continues as she's scheduled for another surgery this month. We're praying for a complete healing in her body and lives to be touched from her testimony!

Watching the cousins open presents

Turkey time!

This Christmas was very reflective for me. I was surrounded with the simple message that life is precious. As the baby kicked and wiggled inside of me I was bursting with joy. Bringing another baby into this world is such a thrill for me! However, watching my Aunt suffer in pain was the harsh reality. I need to savour each moment, the good and the bad. I know this is to easily said but far often never done. I want to speak joyfully and encourage the beautiful people in my life. As I said before, life is precious! We only get a short time here...might as well do our best!

CHAD

My husband has worked for Apex Wireless ever since he moved home from New York. He started at the bottom and over the years he's worked his way up and is now managing 2 stores. I've LOVED every second of watching him grow as a manager. He is excellent at cultivating a "team" and diligent at growing his business. My amazing husband works long hours. However, the moment he walks through the door it's all about Chase and me. ;) I'm so proud of him and I'm believing with him for even greater things next year!

Chaddy, I love you to pieces and I'm thankful for all your hard work! xx

Chad & the Surrey store