I've posted pics of Juliana's first b-day party on my crafting blog here:  http://morenascorner.blogspot.com/2010/08/julianas-first-birthday-party.html

Since I will be sharing that blog entry with the person who made the kit I put it on my "public" blog, not my private one.  :) 

Perspective

Three weeks ago I was lamenting how stressed out I was and how I wished I could fast forward time.  Andy was preparing for boards, Dominic's teachers went on strike, and I felt overwhelmed trying to keep everyone happy and busy while getting ready for our big move.  Then my dad passed away.  Now I would give anything to turn back time.  I realize how minimal those stresses were in comparison to what I'm facing now.  If I could go back and change anything, it would be to bring Dad back.  Instead of looking ahead and "killing" time, I've been reminded to savor every moment, because tomorrow is no guarantee.  How my perspective has changed.

To be completely honest, the big reason I kept up this blog the last year or so has been for Dad.  He would always call to comment on the pictures I posted, or to gently remind me to update the blog.  With him gone, it almost hurts too much to post here.  I'm sure things will get easier with time, but right now I'm very much at the angry/hurt/upset stage of grief.

If you've missed it, here is Dad's obituary.  Johnny did a beautiful job writing it, and the pictures that accompany it bring me back to happier times. 

Happy Easter!!

What's new you ask? So much has happened in the last two weeks!

Juliana is CRAWLING now! She gets faster everyday and loves her newfound independence! She is pulling up on things, as well. Yikes!

Christian was student of the week! You can see a lot of his favorite things listed on the poster we made together. He also took his first stripe test in karate!

Dominic received his second report card this week. We are so proud of him for working so hard! In the pic above, some of you may recognize the beautiful hand made hat we purchased for him in Georgia...he still looks adorable in it!

These are the Valentine's I made this year. Saw the heart doilies and had to try them. :)

I'm sorry I haven't updated in a while! I've actually managed to find some time to start crafting again, which is a nice outlet for me. I'm learning about and experimenting with collage and altered art. :) It's fun.

It's hard to believe that Juliana is 6 months old already!!

December 2009 (42 photos), by Morena Hockley

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