Showing posts with label Ruby Tuesday Ramblings. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Ruby Tuesday Ramblings. Show all posts
Tuesday, January 17, 2012
Ruby Tuesday Ramblings....
Last week I was asked to do a 30 minute presentation on our experiences in China for Ainsley's class. So I had two late nights of going back down memory lane, starting with our first trip for sweet Ruby in 2007.... I took this picture of Ruby Mei on May 10, 2007... We had just had her for two days.... To this day, it is one of my favorites of our precious little girl! We are thankful for the way God called us to Ruby. God began a work in us on that amazing trip.... It has been a blessing to watch His plans for her, and for our family, unfold...
And, I took these pictures of her yesterday....
She is definitely growing up to fast....
Her world has changed a lot in the last two years... She gained a roommate, and lost her baby status.. Some days it's been hard.. And some days, it's been pretty incredible....
But through it all, she continues to be a light and a joy...
God has given Ruby some very special gifts, that we will do our best to
help her realize, use, and glorify Him through..
We love you Ruby Mei!
You are precious and beautiful... Just like the meaning of your name...
Tuesday, September 23, 2008
Ruby Tuesday Ramblings.....
Ainsley got an S+ on her first speech!!!
I just love this color on her...
She is trying not to laugh here!!!
She can't take it anymore......
Ainsley had her first public speaking opportunity last week at school. Their class had a community building project. Ainsley had to create a building starting with a shoe box. She was assigned the Vet. She designed it all at school on her own. It turned out so great! I was invited for the presentation, and I was really proud of her. She was poised and confident. Since her Mom was a Communications and Business major, this was fun for me!!! I loved doing speeches in school!!!! Today, she received her grade, S+!!! Way to go Ainsley!
Tonight we were watching "Dancing with the Stars" and the Kemp's commercial came on.. She was so excited that her Grandma was here to see it... I just love that cow!!! :)
Ruby is becoming a verbal explosion! In fact tonight, I got some cute video that I am hoping to edit and post here. But, I can't find my cord for my video camera.... UGH!!! I have not used it since I did the China video, and I have no idea what I did with it. It will surface, and I will play I-Movie editor again.... Anyway, here are some of her favorite things to say....:
"NO WAY"
"Me TOO"
"Oh NO"
"HELLO"
"YES"
"YUM or NUM"
"BYE BYE"
"LUV YOU"
"1,2,3,2"
"A,E,U, Eggy!"
"BIBLE"
"MAMA"
"DADDY"
"Ai-Lee"
"Woofs!"
MINE!
The cutest is the way she says "NO WAY!!" Ainsley has no idea who taught her that!!!
Ruby has four opportunities a week now to be in a setting where she is with a teacher and other children. I am excited for her to learn to stand in line, wait her turn, share, etc... She is really doing well! Her enthusiasm can get the best of her, but we are working on it!! Hopefully we will not have to leave gymnastics this week.... She just loves it so much, she is beside herself when the teacher stops the fun to give instructions.... I removed her from the room three times last week... Bless her "spirited" heart!!!
I am still working part-time. Jeff's mom is here for the next two weeks to help with Ruby during the day when we are not at one of our fun classes together. It is a blessing to have her here and to have Ruby home where she enjoys being. Thank you Arlene!
I can't close tonight without a big "Praise the Lord!" Susannah is on a plane right now heading home! What a blessing to witness mountain size miracles for this precious little girl! I am in awe of this family, and their faith! I look forward to following their journey and for watching God's plans for this child!
Lastly, congrats to Debbie & Jim who have ADORABLE and TINY Lily Sha Hope! They are having major internet issues in Hunan, so her posts may be sporadic. But, there are photos up of their tiny blessing now. She is hoping to send some more to me tomorrow that I can post from here.
OK - I have to go to bed! This is what happens when Jeff travels! I miss you honey!
Blessings,
Di
Tuesday, July 22, 2008
Ruby Tuesday Ramblings!
1/2 of "Camp H" with the "Pearl"
A fun day of tubing with Camp H!
Taking shelter from a huge Thunderstorm Warning...
Back on ski's after a year off!!!
Luke & Ainsley - The best of buddies!!
Not sure who the biggest kid is in this picture!
The Best Gift from A Father-In-Law a Guy could ever get!!!
Jeff's Birthday Celebration!
Family Field Trip to the Zoo last weekend!
The New Bear Exhibit at the MN Zoo
It's time to play Family Scrapbook with some photos from our summer days lately. Thank you to all of you who lifted up our friends last week, and for all of your heartfelt guest book messages about my friend Michelle. As you would expect it was a very difficult week. But, it culminated with one of the most amazing "Celebration of Life" services we have ever attended. Scott was a very special person, and he will be greatly missed. We know her journey is truly beginning, but we are blessed to be here to help wherever and whenever we can!
We had a fun birthday dinner for Jeff here at home. And, the weekend prior to that, we had "Camp H" at the cabin. As always, we had a great time with our dear friends! It seems that summer is flying by on me. July 22nd already! Her Rubiness will be two next week. It just does not seem possible.
My parents are here from Texas for the rest of the month. Ainsley and Grandpa have a very special relationship. They are busy having secret meetings on a daily basis. All I know is they are having me Google things on China, Japan, the Olympics, etc... They are so cute together!
Ainsley is busy with a fun camp this week. She is truly having a great summer! Well I am off to get the camper camping! Have a great week!
Blessings,
Diana
Wednesday, July 2, 2008
Ruby Tuesday (Ok Wed) Ramblings!
Play date with sweet Ellie!
Hanging out at the lake on Saturday!
Caught "dead heading" the healthy petals!!
Her Rubiness and her pal Piper
Oops, I am a day late on the Ruby Tuesday Ramblings.... It is a busy week!!!! We have guests up at the lake this weekend (I think some of you know that!) so we are having fun getting ready for that!
I can't believe it is July already! In 29 days, my baby will be two!!!! Ruby is getting her hair cut this morning... Her bangs are so long, I can't stand it anymore.... She pulls out the bow and you can't see her face!!! And, these days it seems like that bow is out a lot!!!! Pixie pictures to follow if all goes well!
Love,
Diana
Tuesday, June 24, 2008
Ruby Tuesday Ramblings!
Silly hair for some fun photos Ainsley had taken today. I love this shot!
Big & Little plus lunchbox!!
We went straight from VBS, to our version of "Up North, Catching the Big one!" Ruby caught her first fish!!! And, then she caught her second fish.... She was very excited! And, of course so was the entire family! It looks like Jeff now has an entire crew to help him catch dinner!
Tonight, I was blessed to spend time talking with my sweet friend Michelle. Michelle's husband is now into 30+ days at the Mayo Clinic. Without going into all of the details here, Scott continues to hang on, even with some huge setbacks. I am so amazed by what his body has had to endure, and he is still fighting! And, precious Michelle is such an inspiration. She continues to count the blessings in this trial. Even on the most difficult days, she is looking up, and giving thanks! I am so inspired by my friend! After hanging up the phone, I found this quote by Sara Groves in a book called, "In Your time of Need." Michelle, this one if for you...
"Just when I'm sure I can't bear the rain, a tiny leaf starts pushing through the ground. In a place where the ground was too dry to sustain it, a new tiny flower can be found."
I would love to ramble on more, but it is way past my bedtime, and I actually am playing golf tomorrow!!!!! One of my favorite things to do!
Blessings,
Diana
(Fish photo's coming soon.....)
Tuesday, June 17, 2008
Ruby Tuesday Ramblings...
Is she my skater?
We are in the middle of VBS, (Vacation Bible School) all week. So, I just want to post a huge CONGRATULATIONS to Stefanie & Chris, on their newest addition, precious Shepherd! If you have never been to Stefanie's blog, it is a must read!!!! Especially if you want to learn more about the SN program in China. Shepherd is their 8th child, and 4th adoption from China. You will fall in love with Stefanie & her heart for kids!!!!
For those of you waiting, I just want you to know I continue to pray for things to turn around. I really believe that once the Olympics are over, that you will see things improve!!! Until then, I hope you will continue to journal the blessings in your wait!!!!
Time to get the girls up!
Blessings,
Diana
Tuesday, June 10, 2008
Ruby Tuesday Ramblings
Like our summer, I can tell my blog posts are going to be more random, and probably less frequent. I had three goals when I started this blog. One, was to have a digital/virtual scrapbook of our life on record, second was to keep our long distance family up-to-date on their Grandchildren/Nieces, and thirdly was to encourage people in their adoption waits for their children. From the wonderful messages I receive, and the thankful calls I get from Grandparents, I feel like I am reaching those goals. I am not sure I would have really ever jumped in on this blog if Jeff hadn't gotten sick last summer. Kim was the one who encouraged me when she posted a prayer request for our family during that time. I am grateful. I know there are many of you who read our blog, but never leave a comment. I hope someday you will, just so I know who you are. But, anonymous is okay too as long as you feel encouraged here. Jeff was recently in KY at our nephew's graduation and he was floored by how many of his relatives check in on us via "the Pearl & the Ruby!". So, to Jeff's family out there, thank you for following us here!
That was a lot of blah blah blah to say, I will post this summer, but probably less frequently. I hope to do Tuesday posts going forward, labeled.. "Ruby Tuesday Ramblings." These posts will probably consist of what Ruby is up to lately. We will see where they lead...
Check in on us this Thursday/Friday. It is Ainsley's 7th birthday. She is so excited!! I can't believe that seven years ago I was two days away from becoming a mom for the first time. It was such a special time! I can promise some fun pictures around July 8th when two Jiangxi Jewels and their siblings will be featured here!
Oh, well time to go... The Emerald is here, and she and The Pearl have a show for me to watch!
Blessings,
Diana
P.S: Congratulations to the June 9th Referral Group!
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