5 years ago today...

5 Years ago today, I married the Man of my dreams- I remember that day, like it was just yesterday- I was nervous, .. not scared nervous, just excited Nervous- If anyone would have told me I would end up with the right man, I would of never believed that. We were surrounded by all of our truest of true family and friends at the time. The part that stands out the most of that special day was that door opening in the Church. the moment when it was finally time for me to take that stroll down the aisle with my Mom and step father, that door opening was such a pivotal moment in my life-.... I still listen to the song I walked to , (Kenny G's "Forever in Love") I can remember the exact second that those doors opened ,.. it felt like that walk took forever because I just wanted to get to the front, to stand there next to Dave. I still feel that way today babe- I just want to be next to you forever, ..there are so so many doors that have opened up for us since that day Dave, .. but never a door like that one... that door opened to the walk to our life together Baby... and we've got a lot more walking to do - but it will always be together-
Thank you for these first 5 years Dave, you truly truly are a miracle in my life, you are my best friend, you are the best Daddy, and you are mine-
Thank you for giving me the key to that door Dave...- .
I love you !

Holiday time and giving THANKS...

Wow, it is already here- this holiday season has sprinted its way through the year and is here again- in full swing. I love the holiday season more and more every year. This year Chase is 3 and it is like it's his first Christmas, which in turn is like Dave and I's as well. Just the look on his face when we talk about Santa, and he is sure he can see him peeking in the windows making sure he is being a good boy. Its hard for me to remember Christmases past before Dave and Chase, its almost as if they were always there in some way waiting to be discovered. I almost forget who I was before being a wife and a mother, but I don't forget where I came from or lessons learned. This year I am giving thanks for all of the good things in my life, ...as well as any obstacles that we have had in our way and have learned from. I pray for health above all, happiness , and love, for all of our friends and family, And hope everyone allows in their life the Magic of the holidays, I truly know now that it's not about the presents or food, it's totally about family and friends and just being.
Thank you for giving me that Magic Dave, and for who you are to me and to our little sweetie- your such a great Father, provider and friend- and we are both so grateful to have you- I love you both so much I think my heart has stretch marks !
Happy Holidays All !

Thank you !

Maternal- YIKES what a word- and a word I never thought I would use to describe myself, ..but I am so there. Today my sweet little stinker of a son turns 3 !!!! I just can't believe it, where has this time gone ? Is that him 2 feet above the floor, or is that my heart actually walking around outside of my body ? He is why my heart pumps , he is how my soul feels, .. he makes all of the things in life that I have been afraid of, all just part of this world turning 'round. And he is such a gift to Dave and I ... and we are so Thankful-

Happy 3rd Birthday Sweetheart-