Oh the places you'll go....

I have given much thought to how kahlen has changed our lives. I think other than the obvious joy and sense of purpose she give me, her early arrival has given me the chance to meet and bond with other people, whom I might have otherwise never known. I have met a mother of 4 who inspires me with her love, strength, and ability to forgive and celebrate circumstance. I have met a mother of two who helps me laugh at myself and feel good about the smallest milestones and silly quirks. I have met a tiny babe and her parents who keep me grounded by reminding me to celelbrate the present and the future..." oh the places you'll go". I have met 2 first time mommas who remind me that babies change and get big so quick, and how to enjoy the littlest and most adorable parts of Kahlen while she is young. I am so thankful for every momma and daddy I have met through the NICU. I honestly own them big time. Without them my sanity would be a thing of the past. So thank-you moms and dad. Thank you for helping me understand how a serries of unexpected events can bring people together, and for being strong for me when I needed it most!

Fathers Day and the Princess Tea Party

When Steve found out we had a daughter, and arguably before, he always said to me "I hope she forces me to have Princess Tea Parties". The word 'forced' was being a bit generous... I don't think it would take much to 'force' Steve to have a tea party with his enchanting daughter, but I think he tried to make it seem like it would be a 'dad duty' rather than a secret desire :)

So to celebrate his first Father's Day,

'Kahlen' bought him a personalized tea set.

(have you ever seen such Gratuitous use of quotation marks?)

Each of them has their own cup. That way there is no fighting ;)

And they need to be small enough for Kahlen's tiny hands

(and so dad looks utterly ridiculous!)

They even come with a matching saucer

and teeny tiny spoon for stirring.

One for Dad and one for Kahlen.

Covered with HUGS and KISSES.

and LOVE!!!

I will post pics of the first official tea party.... in 2-3 years.

I wonder how long it will take Steve to realize that the only

water a young kiddo can reach is toilet water?

Hmmmmmmmm, Yummy!

Starting a blog

Okay. So I decided to start a blog. Great. I'm interesting. People want to know what's happening in my life. Right? Well, maybe. Maybe not? I suppose we will have to wait and see. In the mean time, here is a fantastic picture of me to keep you laughing.