Adopted Mommy

we brought Katarina home! Two years ago today was her first official day home and the day we became parents. So many memories we've experienced with her, it's still hard to believe it's been two years. Our little princess has been a wonderful addition to our entire family. Looking through all her baby pictures amazes us how far she has come. It was a difficult transition for her to adjust to our home and "crazy" extended family. The all seemed like strangers to her and all anyone ever wanted to do was love her! Now, she has no problems talking to the Target cashier asking for a penny! LOL! Katarina Ann is definitely a keeper!

This is Dina's 3rd year celebrating Mother's Day! This was the first as a mommy of 2. Poor David hadn't been feeling well last week, but seemed to be better. But, as luck would have it, he had an episode (the details will be spared) just as we were ready to head out the door to Lodi for brunch with Dina's mom. So, Jeff stayed home with David while Dina took Katarina to celebrate Mother's Day with Grandma! Then we met up in Modesto later on that afternoon with Papa and Cita to wish Dina's step mom a Happy Mother's Day. Katarina was so well behaved, considering she woke up at 5:30 in the morning and only had a little catnap in the car on the way to Lodi! What a trooper! But, that meant an early bedtime tonight! Woo-hoo! :) Hope everyone else had an enjoyable day today!

Yesterday was our 7 year anniversary! It just amazing how fast time flies. So much has happened over the years. We used to always make it a point to celebrate by taking a trip. Kids definitely redirect priorities. But, that doesn't mean we don't take time to remember the day we exchanged vows. Saturday night we were able to enjoy dinner at Elephant Bar au deux! That was a lovely treat to have a decent dinner not having to worry about kids. For our actual anniversary dinner we cooked salmon and rice. Dina made chocolate dipped strawberries for dessert. After the kids were put to bed, we enjoyed those with some champagne. Yum-O! :)