So Much ...

to be thankful for ...

The BIG things:
Family
Friends
Health
Employment
Home

The little things:
goodnight hugs
shoes
Apple
a short walk/drive to work
pvr
tunics that cover
Dyson
chai latte
sleep ins with my girl
red wine
Hot'n Ready
bronzer

This year we were thankful mom was able to visit.  It was a great weekend ...

'GIRLS' Night Away

Since summer seemed to slip away before our eyes and before we could manage a getaway, my sister and I decided to treat the girls to a wee fall one.

Everyone had to do their part.
There were no free rides.

We learned fascinating information about all our favourite animals.

We stopped for rests and photo ops.

We were just in time for bear feeding and to meet these beauties up close.

There was lots of time for PetShop play and pool time.

We even managed to navigate our way to a McDs and an LCBO.  Best of all we were able to find our way UP and one of us found her way into the pool ... wish I had photos of that!

Our girlz rule!

The Ones I Missed ...

Although I did my best to keep up to date this summer, there were a few 'events' that got missed ...

Our 'Merida'

A little target practise against the patio door.

Notice the pursed lips above and the tongue in this one ...
these are family traits!

Eating Out of Her Hands

This was the only way we could get our little house guest to eat.
Trust me, she has everyone in this house eating out of her hands!

Cool in the Pool

This picture tells it all!

The 2089th handstand this summer.

Just because this shot just makes me smile...

Calm and Collecting

Spending quiet evening time on the porch.

Notice the little pink bucket!
That's where we had to put in our $ for each dance she did.

Gettin' 'Skinny'

Some semi skinny dipping in the pool.

More of the same in the tub.
What are you wearing uncle D?

Au Revoir Mes Amis

A Mini Getaway

This summer we were fortunate to have some unbelievable weather which we were able to enjoy from our own oasis.  We welcomed many visitors as well, and before you knew it, the end was near!

Our plans for a getaway quickly turned into a quick getaway close to home ... it was the perfect end to our summer.

Enjoying a picnic lunch before our destination.

We have arrived!

Checking out the frog pond.

Enjoying an ooey, gooey beaver tail.

A spectacular view.

A gorgeous girl.

Dinner on the patio listening to live music.

Two beautiful smiles.

Someone scored at the vintage candy store.

The VERY big chair.

What hotel beds are really for.

All set for the mountain coaster.

An ice-cream sandwich for breakfast ... from another mother!.
Gotta love holiday food!

Navigating the pond.

Three minutes into the ride home.

What a great couple of days in a lovely, vibrant village, less than an hour away ... how sweet is that!

First Day of Grade ONE!

Time sure flies!  I can't believe my 'baby', my BABY, is going to school each and everyday.  She has a pencil case, a desk and even HOMEWORK!  She has been ready for this for awhile ...

You make us so proud angel!

You're kinda cute too!

Today is ....

our FAMILY BIRTHDAY!

Five years ago today, our family was born in a conference room in a hotel in Chonquing, China.
Our dreams had finally come true!

2008 - First Family Birthday
We had no idea how much joy this little darling would have brought into our lives!

2009 - Our family turns 2
She was growing up before our eyes.

2010 - Happy 3rd Family Birthday
Our gift was getting ready to start school. 

2011 - Fours years as a family
Each year has brought wonderful new discoveries for us all.

Come on back later for a Happy 5th Birthday photo!
2012 Photo will go here!