Time of Special Magic

Katie is at the most wonderful age right now. Everything is "new" and the delight in her eyes proves that the simplest things are special and magic to her. Matthew took her to see fireflies in NY...and she was simply quiet and amazed. Small treats prove to be so exciting and unexpected. I think the key word is unexpected. She isn't old enough to remember things and she is old enough to appreciate them. Matthew gave her butterfly kisses a few weeks back....I will never forget her small face and the look she had. White Stallions were unicorns. Chelci came back from a visit from Grams and Poppa and Katie's face was filled with sheer delight and she hesitated for a split second as the realization that Chelci was back home sunk in. She jumped into Chelci's arms and enveloped her with a hug. Katie has blessed me with her "Special Magic". I love you Lulu!

Stanton Family Trip 2009

Wow....we really lucked out this year! All the kids were amazing. They all had so much fun and as a mom, I can't tell you a better feeling than watching your kids just to be free and have fun! No small yards, no fire ants and a whole new world to play in. Katie loved Grandpa Zip's horses. She fed them serveral times a day. They loved the starlight candies she bought them. It was amazing watching this little muffin call these HUGE horses in for treats! Nan of course had lots of cookies and treats.
Chelci, Dad and I took out hike and it was amazing! Quality bonding time for us. I pray that Chelci gets a sense of family from us. That is my biggest goal for all of us. I really want to make a impact in the kids lives that carry out forever. Chelci had a blast. Matthew helped Mom in her pond (which turned out to be an ordeal...but he was happy to rise to the challege).
I love going home. The sights, smells and the comfort of home, family and food make it so special. Even more so, that the rest of my family enojoys it as much as I do.

Sloppy Joe!

Can I just say how different Katie and Jack are? I never thought there would be that much different. Katie has always been dainty, never drooled, ate like a lady and was easy to play by herself. Jack??? Good Heavens! He is a constant mess! His shirt is always drenched and he eats like a buffalo! Not only does he eat a ton, but he just pushes food in with his fist! Graham crackers are clearly a favorite for him. He makes the biggest mess with them. He shovels them in, gets them soggy then smears the graham cracker paste all over him! Oh…and did I mention the 5 jars of baby food that little man packs away at dinner? No wonder we are ALWAYS buying baby food. That being said….he smells delicious after eating graham crackers!