Mothers Day

Mothers Day was a lot of fun. Grace and I got in the hot tub in the morning. Then Art made us breakfast-crepes with fruit and whipped cream. They were so good. Grace even loved them (although I put a little chocolate on hers)

We planned to go to the park for a picnic, but it rained, so instead we went to Park City. We spent some time at the little park and riding the little trucks.

We went to the outlet mall for a minute too.

We spent time at home that evening.

It was really a very fun day! And I am so thankful to have Grace in my life. I love her so much. (this is her "look at me mom" face-as she tries to pull me to look at her-it cracks me up)

Happy Mothers Day!

Chasing Grace

I know God exists, I see him every day
When I watch the way you work, there is no other way
The way your lips smile, when happiness touches your life
And the way that joy flows, all the way into your eyes

This miracle of you started long before I saw your pretty face
I know it's true, It has to be for you to be in this place
You see you're an angel in an often dark earth
With the courage to fight and rise again, it started at your birth

His fingerprint upon your lip to make you one of a kind
Then chose the most lucky mom, and said you will be mine
He marked you as his and said, now she is just right
Then he kissed you and hugged you and sent you into my life

When your small legs stretched out and your toes curled
I know there was something more than just this small world
When your hand wrapped around my fingers to hold
I knew you came from God's perfect mold

Your beautiful eyes and the way that they glow
And the many expressions that they freely show
The wave in your hair and the curl of your ear
To the way that I feel when I hold you near

And now you can run and laugh and play
I see you grow more and see him more everyday
From your perfect formed words you learned here at home
But the small jibber jabber from God, I wish I'd have known

In everything you do I see the miracle that you are
A perfect little lady who started life a little hard
Always remember from this you draw strength
You are God's greatest gift, and to him I will thank

Your wide smile was perfect in my eyes
But people can be cruel if you aren't the same look or size
So all of the hurt and pain I put you through
Was because I'm your mom and I love you!

When you grow and change a beautiful woman you'll be
Who will be strong, independent, and proud you will see
Thank you for choosing me for your mom, forever I will be glad
For every moment with you is the best I've ever had

Grow baby girl be wise and be glad
For all of the many blessing you have had
Your beautiful, your strong, and perfect in every way
Thank you God, for my miracle, and for letting her stay

Love, Mom

New Pics

I got a new camera. I have had so much fun taking pictures. Grace is finally feeling a little better.

So Sad

I think Grace picked up a cold at the clinic while she was there on top of everything else. She wasn't breathing well last night (which also can be the allergy). It makes me sad that my child knows what this is and that she does it herself. I had always hoped my child wouldn't have asthma-but she does. At least she lets me give her a treatment. At least the swelling is going down a little. She is such a Big lady!

Current Events

It took nearly 10 years for our military to avenge all of the people who were killed on September 11, 2001. The leader Osama Bin Laden was prounced dead. What an amazing closure, although it won't be the end of terror, it still seems to be one step toward closure. It makes me even more greatful for all of our members of the military who fight for my family. I still remember the moment that I heard about September 11. I was at my sisters house when it came on the news. I was terrified and saddened. I was angry and became ever frustrated when Osama Bin Laden was not found. It is a good relief to see that he was finally punished for his actions.

On a lighter note. A royal wedding took place. Prince William married Kate. I watched it on television and it was a beautiful event-and quite historical.

Best Friends

Grace loves her dogs. Last night when I couldn't get her to lay down and relax. The only thing She wanted was Stella. So she got her wish. Grace curled up in bed with Stella and went right to sleep. I decided it was okay if it helps. It was amazing to see how quickly Stella gave her comfort. This morning she looked for her too, calling her Stella Doggie and looking under the covers-until I told her I had let her out to go to the bathroom. I had to have her with me last night to check on her. She makes me laugh though-she loves her doggies! She tried to push Baloo around here too, but he kept jumping out, so instead she would call him to follow her. It was so cute.

Sad Days

Grace was playing like this in her boots, and next thing I know. She is telling me she is sick. I thought something was wrong Wednesday, so I took her in, but they sent me home. I took her back in yesterday morning and she has a realy bad bladder infection. So they gave her a shot of Rocephin. A few hours later, she looked like this and it got worse. Her whole face was swollen and her tongue and throat were closing, so she had to get another shot of benedryl. This morning she looked a lot better and was back to playing with socks on her hand. Now her face is still a little swollen, but she seems to be getting better. It was very scary for me. I was terrified. I am so glad she is okay.