Yesterday completely unprompted and unexpected, Cai flew into my arms and gave me a big hug. Then he said, "I love you!" It's the first time he's said it on his own accord :D

I've known he loves me, but hearing him say it is 1000x better.
:D

Mother's Day this year was more low-key than last year, but it was just as good ( Read more... )

I'm not a superstitious person by nature, but in this instance, I'm being soooo careful not to say to say anything so I don't tempt The Fates and jinx it all for me.

All I can and will say is that is has to do with a j-o-b.
It will make life & our plans 100x more complicated, but just maybe it's worth it.

Hurricane Ike has come and gone, and we are all okay ( Read more... )

Remember this?


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I think the best part about being a mother is looking at your child's picture and instantly being overwhelmed with joy, love and pride.

Cai's smile makes everything better.
:)

It's that time of year again!


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Life is funny.

My mother left Houston yesterday afternoon, and we just talked on the phone. My wedding seems to have become her favourite topic...mainly who she's told, who she's invited, and who she thinks I should have as flower girls.

I am amused...still slightly incredulous, but amused.

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We just finished hosting our first Superbowl Party. :)
Oh, Chicago Bears....why did you have to lose so horribly like that?

I had the pleasure of chatting with CTapp & sosohappy today. They asked what I was up to & when I told them about forementioned Superbowl Party, they both replied, "Oh, that SO American ( Read more... )