It really doesn't get much better than the weather we've had this week. Low to mid 70s, partly cloudy and a slight breeze... spring is definitely here! I hope everyone has a chance to get outside and enjoy it :)
On another bright note, my youngest brother turned 18 at the beginning of this week (April 7) and I still can't believe he's that old! Our family couldn't have been more excited for this celebration. The past year has been a rollercoaster for him - and us - and we're MORE THAN thankful for what God has done in Tyler's life and body. For those of you who don't know, he was diagnosed with Lymphoblastic Lymphoma last May, and today... just about 11 months later... we are ecstatic to say that he's CANCER-FREE!!!! PRAISE GOD FOR HIS GRACE & MERCY!! It's so amazing to be able to physically watch Him move in our lives, and this is simply one of those instances. I am constantly humbled by the things He has taught me through Tyler. And if you're reading this - Happy Belated Birthday, buddy! I love you!!
Thursday, April 10, 2008
Spring has sprung!
Sunday, April 6, 2008
A Great Weekend!
Daniel & Seth enjoying some brownies :)
(from the left) Me, Stef, Daniel, & Kristen... Seth was still napping
Daniel & I (isn't he such a cutie?!)
And here he is... Mr. Seth Norman Yaiko!!! This child is such a joy :)Tuesday, April 1, 2008
What did you eat?!!
Ok... don't get me wrong. I absolutely LOVE my dogs, but sometimes the smells that come out of them cannot even be put into words - they're just plain wrong. Sometimes I wonder if there's been a change of formula with their dog food, considering they've eaten the same exact food their entire lives. We hardly give them "people" food for fear of what it would do to their stomachs - they can't handle anything too rich.
So while our friends, Katie & Richard, were over watching "American Idol" with us tonight the dogs decided it was time to bust out the big guns. Seriously... I have never smelled anything more horrible in my entire life. What makes that??! I feel bad since they can't really help it, but come on - don't get too comfortable, puppies! The moment they relax is the moment the horror begins. Ah, the joys of being a pet owner :)
Monday, March 31, 2008
Only 4 more days!!!!
Yep... that's right! Only 4 more days until I fly to Chicago to visit my cousins Kristen & Stefanie - along with their beautiful sons, Seth & Daniel. I CANNOT WAIT TO SEE EVERYONE!!!! It's been quite a long time since I saw Stefanie last, and I've never had the opportunity to meet Daniel in person. I went to Stef's baby shower before he was born and have enjoyed all the great picture updates of him... but I finally get to meet this little character! And I saw Kristen just before she & Kevin left for Hungary - before we even knew if Seth was going to be a boy or a girl! It was such a blessing to see her before she left, but it was tough to not be close by after Seth was born so we could celebrate with them. This weekend has been a long time coming and while I know it's going to fly by... it will be unforgettable. LOOKING FORWARD TO A WONDERFUL TIME!!!
