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Family Portrait

Who knew it would be so hard to get some pictures of two children?  Now I really understand why professional photographers have "earned" their pay. 

Jamás me imaginé que sería tan difícil tomar unas cuantas fotos de dos niños.  Ahora entiendo porque existen profesionales para este tipo de cosas. 

Lucas Dominic

Annabella Samah

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Too cute to not share

This morning I was getting everyone ready and decided to put a cap on Lucas. As soon as I placed the cap on his head, he reached up, and turned it to the side. He looked so cute, we had to take a picture.

Esta mañana le puse una gorra a Lucas. Lo primero que hizo fue voltearsela al lado. Se miraba tan precioso que tuvimos que tomar una foto.

A Week of "Firsts"

As you can imagine, we've been pretty busy watching our 2 August Babes grow. Annabella is almost 28 months old, and Lucas is 4. Last week we celebrated some "firsts" that are worth sharing: Annabella got her first bike and Lucas ate solids for the first time.

Podrán imaginarse que hemos estado ocupados y disfrutando ver a nuestros hijos crecer.  Annabella ya casi cumple 28 meses, y Lucas ya tiene 4 meses.  Esta semana pasada tuvimos eventos muy importantes en nuestra familia:  Annabella recibió su primera bicicleta, y Lucas comió papilla por primera vez.

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A day of Thanksgiving

A year ago I would have never imagined that I'd be the mother of 2 beautiful children.  I am thankful to the Lord for the rambunctious 2-year old and the joyful 3-month old he has entrusted to me.  Caleb and I are enjoying watching them grow up, especially now that they've begun to interact with one another.

Hace un año no me hubiera imaginado que sería la madre de dos hijos tan hermosos.  Doy gracias a Dios por una niña tan juguetona y un niño lleno de alegría.  Caleb y yo estamos disfrutando verles crecer, más ahora que impiezan a interactuar juntos.

Mini-me?

It's been a while since I last posted - that's because these kids keep me busy.  Most of the time I'm trying to keep Annabella out of trouble.  In the last few weeks she has discovered my high-heeled shoes.   It's IMPOSSIBLE to get her to take them off once she's found them.

Han pasado unas cuantas semanas desde mi última visita -- es porque los niños me mantienen ocupada.  Bueno, la mayoría del tiempo estoy cuidando que Annabella no se meta a problemas.  En las últimas semanas ha decubierto mis tacones - y es imposible quitárselos cuando ya los tiene puestos.

1 Month Old

It's hard to believe that Lucas is 1 month old today.  The time has flown by incredibly!  Or maybe I've just been so busy that I haven't had time to notice.  One thing's for sure, we are having FUN!  

We praise God for a healthy baby boy.  He is a very "easy" baby, as they say.  Definitely different from Annabella temperamentally, but with his own "spunk."

Here's the Birthday Boy

...and one with "Big Sister" 

No puedo creer que ya haya pasado un mes.  ¡Cómo ha volado el tiempo!  Podría ser que he estado tan ocupada que ni he tenido tiempo para darme cuenta.  Lo único seguro es que nos estamos DIVIRTIENDO.

Damos gracias a Dios por un bebé sano.  Realmente es un niño "fácil," cómo se dice por allí.  Definitivamente es diferente que Annabella en su temperamento, pero tiene su propio "estilo." 

Tea Time

Last week was my first week alone with both kids.  As you can tell, I survived!  It wasn't too difficult to fall into a rhythm and I've been able to manage my time with both of the kids.  Of course, it helps that Lucas sleeps most of the time.  Somehow, Annabella "needs" me just when he's awake and I'm nursing him.   Hmmm....

I have, however, enjoyed some one-on-one time with Annabella.  On Thursday we even had our first "tea party."  She was very excited to serve her "guests."

The "A-list" crowd

A gracious host

Enjoying her "tea" 

Let's try a different cup!

La semana pasada fue mi primera semana sola con los dos niños.  Como verán - ¡sobreviví!  Ya tenemos nuestro "ritmo" -- lo único es que Annabella siempre me "necesita" justo cuando Lucas se despierta y le estoy dando de comer.

He disfrutado de tener tiempo a solas con Annabella cuando Lucas duerme.  Verán en las fotos que tuvimos nuestro primer "te."  

Our First "Outing"

Yesterday we ventured out and took our first "outing" as a family of four.  Since Lucas is still so young, we are trying not to expose him to large groups of people yet.  Caleb had the day off for Labor Day, so we all went out to eat.  It went well, of course Lucas slept through most of lunch.  Nonetheless, Annabella eventually decided she preferred her own table.

Miss "Independent"
 

Jumping around the restaurant

Ayer fue nuestra primera salida como familia de 4.  No habíamos salido con Lucas por ser tan pequeñito.  Caleb no trabajó, así que fuimos a comer.  Todo estuvo bien -- claro que Lucas durmió casi todo el rato.  Eventualmente Annabella se cansó de nosotros y se fue a su propia mesa.

Happy Birthday Princess!

Monday was Annabella's 2nd birthday.  I can hardly believe that she's been with us 2 years already -- they've flown by.  The picture at the top of this post is reflective of what Annabella is all about:  she's a sweetheart that melts your heart in a moment, but is a firecracker that is always seeking to make a mark on the world.  

She's growing up so quickly, but still has the sweetest moments that remind me that she is still my "baby girl."  Last week she began praying on her own.  I sat her down to eat lunch and she looked at her plate, put her hands together and said: "Chicken, arroz, papa, juice;"  followed by " Daddy, Mommy, 'Beabea' (Annabella), 'Duas' (Lucas) Amen." 

We thank God that she has had a healthy 2 years and pray that he will continue to watch over her and give us wisdom as we raise her in His word.

Click here for more pictures of our Little Princess! (password: samah)

El lunes cumplió 2 años nuestra Princesa. ¡Es increíble cuán rápido han pasado los días! La foto que se ve 

refleja perfectamente su personalidad: una dulzura que derrite cualquier corazón, pero toda una bomba que busca

dejar su marca dondequiera que va.

Va creciendo rápidamente, pero siempre tiene momentos que me hacen recuerdo que todavía es mi "bebé."  

La semana pasada empezó a orar solita. La senté para comer, juntó sus manitos y empezó: "Chicken (pollo), arroz,

papa, juice (jugo);" y continuó, "Daddy, Mami, Beabea (Annabella), Duas (Lucas), Amen."

Aquí pueden ver más fotos de nuestra Princesa. (password: samah)

Healthy Babes

This past Thursday both Annabella and Lucas had visits with the pediatrician.  Both are growing healthily and are on track based on their age. 

Lucas weighed in at 8 lbs 8 oz, gaining almost a pound in a week.  Annabella is weighing 28 lbs, I can hardly believe she was ever as small as her baby brother.  

Our prayer is that they will continue to grow physically and that God will give us the wisdom so we can help them grow spiritually in the Lord. 

Our Little Prince

Lucas Dominic García was born 8/10/08 at 10:02 a.m.

He weighed 8 lbs 2 0z and measured 18.5 in.

We praise God for a healthy baby boy!

Lucas Dominic García nació el 10 de agosto a las 10:02 a.m.

Pesó 8 libras 2 oz y midió 18.5 pulgadas.

Damos gracias a Dios por un bebé sano.

Welcome! - ¡Bienvenidos!

Thank you for stopping by our new blog.  This is where you'll find updates on how our family is doing.  ENJOY!

Gracias por visitar nuestra página.  Aquí encontrarán noticias de nuestra pequeña familia.  ¡Espero que lo disfruten!