Life Lessons: Stay Calm

Today I had a major scare with Vanessa. She was eating some melon pieces and put one too many in her mouth and choked!! I could hear the panic in her cough and I could see the panic in her face. As she started gasping for air, I too freaked out and panic set in. I usually panic completly in situations like this and Tony is the one who can work through a crisis. However, he was not home and I had to act FAST! I quickly remember reading that you should attempt to clear the airway before doing the Heimlich. SO, I stuck my index and middle finger in there and scooped up 4 pieces of melon!!!! 4!!!! and of course throw up all over my hand! The joins of being a parent!! I felt instant relief when she started to cry, I knew she was fine.

Vanessa:
You scared mommy! The thought of anything happening to you devastates me. You and your brother are my world and I could imagine a day without you. STOP stuffing your mouth!! : ) I Love you boo boo!
Mommy

Life Lessons

Dear Vanessa & Tony,

Always remember that not all people you encounter will like you. And not all people are honest and real as they claim to be. Some people will purposely hurt you and will try to bring you down. their intentions will always be cruel and they will try to hide behind others. I want you to be aware of these people as they are sure to cross your path at some point in your life and possibly more than once. Mommy wants you to keep your head held high and move on from people like this in your life's. Be cautios of life's cruelty! Although I would love to shield you from that, it's just impossible. That's why I want to guide you two in the right direction. When in life you do encounter these type of individuals, keep this in mind: "Some people count... and some just don't." I love you both.

Love,
Mommy

Life Lessons for my kids

I have decided to not only blog about all the cute and fun things. Since this blog will be something that my kids can look back at, I have decided to add life lessons for them. I will teach the about the good, the bad, & the ugly that life has to offer. If you would like to add to the life lessons or give your advice please do so.
Thanks,
Michelle

My Pride & Joy

The beauty of not working is that I can see my kids grow and blossom!

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A Day With Vanessa

Sunday Mornings...

Sunday morning are spent cuddling and watching cartoons....I love my kids and they love eachother to pieces!

Family Day

Sunday...FUN DAY! We packed up the kids and grabbed some lunch and headed to a new park that Tony found. It was so much fun we ate lunch, played in the park with the kids and then went for a hike. It was really nice to be outdoors. We laughed, talked, and took some pictures. This was Bear's first time at the park and he enjoyed all he had to see!

Tea Party!

Today we were invited to Jessica's & Olivia's home for a Tea Party/ play date! The girls all play really good together and when it was time to go home, they had long faces all the way into the car! Thanks lady for a FUN and relaxing day we had a blast!! Thanks Jessica for capturing the moment!