Rich's grandma has been visiting from Illinois this week and we had the opportunity to have her over for dinner last night. Zack was so comfy napping on her lap...
We had a welcoming BBQ today for Zack at our friend's house. So many of the people who have supported us on this long journey were there to celebrate with us and it was amazing to have everyone in the same place at the same time.
Zack is ready to par-tay!
All I heard from Shea all afternoon was, "I'm bored. There's nothing to do. Can I hold the baby again?"
We were so honored that Rich's grandma was able to be there with us. She flew in from Illinois last night and this was the first time she was able to meet her grandson Zack.
Sarah and Zeke Proudfoot were there...
My sister Kate and our friend Jeff.
Oooh! Sarah...I think someone may be jealous of you holding Zeke! Valerie and Braiden and the Houston family were there.
Zack was a little fussy for a while because he was fighting sleep, so I put him in the sling to calm him down. Always works...he was out like a light.
My best friends Heather and Steph...thank you for putting on such a great BBQ for our family. We appreciate all the hard work you put into everything.
My mom and Rich's grandma.
Stacy, Heather and Steph. I see that belly, Steph! Only about 5 weeks to go, darlin'!
Luis and Rich grabbing something to eat after cooking the burgers.
Chrissy, my sister Kate and my sister Colleen.
Braiden getting dirty in the fire pit. He's all boy!
The Maddalena's were there...
Every time I'm able to catch a picture of Sarah, she is hogging someone's baby :) Just think, Sarah...little Naomi will be here from China before you know it! We can't wait!
Tara and my brother Clint - - they are expecting in December. Hopefully the baby doesn't come thinking his dad is a leprechaun. Just kidding, Clint. You know I love you.
My mom, Darlene and Amie Davis. Love you guys!
Shea was such a big helper with opening presents.
Rich's mom and grandma.
Thank you, Maddalena's, for the cart cover. I know that will come in handy.
Zack and his godfather Brian.
Hanging out the other day at my brother's house. My nephew Kasey did not like his mom holding another baby.
Having dinner with my sister Colleen and our friend Amie.
Rich and I have been happily in love since 2000. After unsuccessfully trying to have kids, I was diagnosed with ovarian cancer and, therefore, we cannot have biological children. We adopted our son Zack through a private adoption from a family member. We hope to someday grow our family further, but for now, we are soaking up every second with our little man. We are also foster parents, which can be both very rewarding and very challenging...but we do our best. We are currently in the process of adopting "Lil' Baby" from the foster system. We've been blessed to have both of our children since they were one day old.
"Every happening, great or small, is a parable by which God speaks to us...and the art of life is to get the message."
~ Malcolm Muggeridge