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Anna's Preschool Christmas Party

Yesterday was Anna's Preschool Christmas Party. She wasn't quite sure about all the people watching and didn't really sing (unlike at home). It was so adorable and I was reminded how blessed Steve and I are to be Anna's parents. Our hearts were full to overflowing. To quote a good friend of mine "it could have brought a tear to a glass eye."

I don't think I'll sing.

This was about a snowman. She did the motions but didn't sing.

Still thinking about singing.

Nothing like a plate of goodies after all that singing.

Anna & Laney. Best friends. They are so cute together.

Anna, Laney & Rebecca (or Bebecca as Anna calls her). So sweet.

Snow Fun on Saturday

The snow started falling Saturday morning and Anna was all over that. "I go outside, I make a snowman, I go outside." She had so much fun and didn't want to come in.

Snow angel.



Ava, our neighbor, and Anna making angels.

When you live in Michigan, you shovel your lawn!!

"It's Beginning To Look A Lot Like Christmas"

Thanksgiving Weekend

We had a wonderful Thanksgiving with our families (except we forgot the camera). Thanksgiving Day we had a wonderful dinner with Steve's family and on Saturday we had another wonderful dinner with my family. Needless to say we are stuffed (no pun intended). It was a very relaxing weekend. We ran some errands, played and acted silly. A great time was had by all as you can see from some of the pictures below. Fall turned into winter as you'll see from the snowfall pictures.

Pudding or lipstick??

Just delicious!!

Sillyness in action.

Playing a game with daddy which always gets a laugh

These were taken today (Sunday). When we left for church this morning it was only cloudy. What a difference a few hours makes.

TAGGED

Okay, I have been tagged by Tarita. Below are things about myself. Not too exciting I must admit.

8 Favorite TV Shows
Jon & Kate Plus 8
Biggest Loser
CSI
House Hunters
Designed To Sell
Deserving Design
Barefoot Contessa
Everyday Italian

8 Things I look forward to
Thanksgiving with family
Chongqing Sisters Reunion
Heaven
Anna's continual learning about Jesus
Watching Anna grow up
Seeing Anna's reaction to her first trip to Disneyworld
Going to my mom's condo this winter in Naples, FL
Going to bed

8 Things on my wish List
Anna's love for the Lord
Anna growing into a lovely, kind, giving, grateful young lady
Remodeled Kitchen
Trip to Hawaii
Taking Anna to Disneyworld
Lose weight
Travel to China to show Anna her birth county


8 Things I did yesterday
Went to church
Made a grocery list
Went grocery shopping
Played with Anna
Prepped chicken for the crock pot for Monday
Watched Junglebook with Anna & Daddy
Went to bed early

8 Favorite Resturants
Papa Vino's
Panera Bread
PF Changs
Tony's Pizzaria
Chicken Shack (more take out than eat in)
Anything my mom or mother-in-law cooks
J Alexander's

8 People I will Tag
Most people I know with blogs have already been tagged. I'll try Anne Bogen.

Rules1. Post the Rules on your blog2. Answer all of the six items listed3. Let each person know that they have been tagged by leaving a message on their blog

"Julia" & Child

Just a typical Saturday. Daddy's home and Anna takes advantage of Daddy's sillyness. They have so much fun together. He is the best dad and husband and we love him to pieces but I sometimes forget who is the kid around here.

Favorite Outfit

Anna has graduated to a 45 minute gymnastics class for 3 and 4 year olds. She LOVES it. A couple of weeks ago one of the girls in her class brought her this leotard and she can't wait to wear it. She loves it like Annalee loved wearing bathing suits!!

She got up today and asked if she could wear it. Don't you love the shoes and jacket. Great accessories don't you think!!!!!

End of October through November 7, 2008

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Anna received the Boo Box!!!

Anna received her Boo Box on Wednesday night. I wasn't home when it came and Daddy says she was thrilled and took everything out. Thank you Gracie for a wonderful Boo Box!!! She loves everything in it. Princess stickers, play-doh, pom-poms, books, coloring book with crayons, Princess tote bag and some candy just to name a few things. Below are some pictures with her coveted box.


This is too precious!!

Holding up the pom-poms.

WOW, look at all my great stuff.

Even NeNe got in on the act with the stickers. Thanks for being a good sport NeNe!!

So Marie, Shoshannah or Annalee be on the lookout!! Plans are in the works.

When it gets quiet...

All this mess...

equals this.
Anna had been playing in her room and it suddenly was too quiet and when I went upstairs, this is what I found. How precious!! She was even snoring.

Anna put this puzzle together all by herself and she is so proud (and me too)!!

Fun at the Farm

This past weekend was so beautiful so we headed out to Three Cedars Farm. It was a beautiful drive and we had a great time. We fed the goats, milked a fake cow (Anna had fun), took a hayride, scampered through the pumpkin patch and found 3 great pumpkins. Anna had a great time on the playground as well. The donuts and cider were pretty tasty!! We love this time of year.





How cute is this!!!

Random weekend photos

Anna's new kitchen. Thank you Ms. Trish!!

Cupcakes anyone!!

Gotta keep stirring...





My mom's birthday brunch this past Sunday with all her girls!! Meredith, Katie & Anna Grace. Aren't they beautiful.

My mom and all her girls.

Who could have known...

Two years ago (and a day) we finally met our little girl whom we had waited for so long. Who could have known how much joy and love she has brought not only to Steve and I, but our extended family as well. I say this a lot but Anna Grace is truly a delight and we thank God for her daily. We are thankful to God for the orphanage who raised her for the first 13 months of her life and to Bethany for their wonderful help, encouragement and kindness. It's been a wonderful journey and we can't wait to see what's in store.

First time we saw her in her orphanage. Just waiting for our name to be called.

She wasn't too sure of me but this is right after they "gave" her to us. That sad face was heartbreaking but it is filled with joy now!!

Her daddy is head over heels in love. She adores him and it is wonderful to hear them laugh and play together. She loves when he walks in the door after work. She certainly doesn't have this look on her face when daddy is around.

This is the face we see most everyday!! Happy, loves life and we love her to pieces.