Tuesday, September 30, 2008
Ruby Tuesday Ramblings!!
I hosted my first Matilda Jane Trunk Show last night!!!! Thanks to some of you out there who shared in the fun!!! The Westside Collection is now available on-line for all to see. There are some very cute things for Fall!
I just had to share my favorite picture of Ruby in color. Lauri was at the show tonight, and she brought me my order! And, she gave me this Jpeg!! I even ordered my Christmas cards. Now, that has never happened in September!!
Blessings for a great Ruby Tuesday to all of you!
Diana
Sunday, September 28, 2008
Fall is here!
Fall is here! We were at the lake this weekend, and the colors are turning, and the temperatures are dropping! This has always been my favorite season growing up in the Midwest. Unfortunately, winter comes next. Oh well, I will take the gorgeous colors for now, and worry about the rest later!
I hope you had a great weekend too!
Blessings for a great week!
Diana
Friday, September 26, 2008
Happy First Birthday Madison!
Many of you may remember precious Madison who was born one year ago today with a very serious heart condition, called Hypo Plastic Left Heart. It is a blessing today to say to this tiny miracle, HAPPY BIRTHDAY MADDY!!!! She is absolutely a joy! Happy, adorable.... perfect!!!!
"I prayed for this child, and the Lord has granted me what I asked of him."
1Samuel 1:27
We love you girl!
Mr. Jeff, Miss Di, Ainsley & Ruby Mei
P.S: PLEASE pray for Susannah. She has a Cath Procedure at 9:00am CT today!
You can read more about it and specific prayer requests at Leslie's blog!
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
Sunday, September 21, 2008
Lily Eve!!!!!
As I type, two special people are in a hotel in the Hunan Province anxiously awaiting what tomorrow brings! Tomorrow is the day they meet the precious little girl that God has chosen to be their daughter. Could she be more adorable?
I have never met this Mom in person, but because of this awesome journey I call adoption, we have met. Our stories are similar. She has an older daughter that has patiently waited to be a big sister. There will be five years between these girls when Lily comes home.
Just like Ainsley & Ruby! We have shared emails about what to expect when this little person completes their foursome. It turns out that Debbie followed our Journey to Ruby Mei. She said it encouraged her during her long wait.. What a blessing!!
Anyway, as you know I have been blessed with amazing friends near and far because of the Ruby's adoption. I know if Debbie and I lived close to each other we would be fast friends. I am so excited for this family!~
So, Debbie, tonight is the last night you will ever wonder about Lily!!! Yes, your world will change tomorrow. You will never look back. I promise! Your heart will be bigger!!! I can't wait to see Miss Lily exactly where she is meant to be. With you!!! Happy Gotcha Eve!
Blessings,
Diana
Thursday, September 18, 2008
How did she get so big?
I look at these photos, and it makes me realize how quickly time flies when you have a toddler. It feels like yesterday that Ainsley was sporting that plaid skirt? When Ruby Mei took off down the sidewalk full of confidence it made me proud, but a little bit sad too. I don't want her to grow up too fast..... Someone said it best to me the other day... "This little bundle lives life to the fullest!" You got that right! Have a great weekend!Blessings,
Diana
P.S: Thanks for your prayers for Susannah. She is breathing easier, brushing her Mama & Baba's hair, and stacking cups like a professional!!!! Please continue to pray for her. God is working His miracles in a tiny hospital in China!!!!! PTL!!
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