My blue eyed dolly

-- Post From My iPhone

Ava's Happy Day

It was mine and Ava's birthday last week, which most of you know marks a very special time and place in my life and heart. We spent time with my mom celebrating on the 16th, then on the 20th, Ava had a cowgirl princess party with all of her little friends. It was quite a party and the little celebrity just glowed all day with the festivites.

I had a fiasco at the bakery when picking up her cake-it was nowhere to be found and once they "found" it (more like whipped it up real quick in the back) it wasn't even close to what I had ordered-solid white with plain pink writing "Happy Birthday". I had ordered this spectacular "My Little Pony" cake with a castle on it and everything and it was all I would settle for. It was quite humorous really because technically, Ava had no idea I was getting so frantic about this cake thing, she was in fact happily pushing her own little cart in the store and was gloating in her birthday glory while wearing her birthday best-the boots and petti you see in the pics. She had just taken a sharp turn in her glee and had toppled her cart over, spilling its contents. It wasn't a huge deal, I scolded her ever so gently for the spill, but as tenderhearted as she is, she was quite downcast and heartbroken at this latest turn of events...I used this to my advantage, and said to the negligent baker lady, "Do you think I can tell HER that she won't be having a "My Little Pony" cake?" The lady said, "Oh of course not honey, we'll get you your cake!" OMW I thought I was going to come unglued, I had this huge lump in my throat like I was going to cry, so I had to be really strong and tell them I was not paying for that pathetic looking cake but that I was not leaving without a cake. (this was 1 hour before the party started mind you!) Needless to say, I got my cake, a few gray hairs added to my collection but all went well after that.

Alls well that ends well!

Photo Sesh Joy

This is what a typical photo shoot with Ava is like...even with lollies and gum.

Pinky Promise?

Pinky promise...what is that? I had never known until recently, my littlest kiddo was in some serious trouble. (not beyond the norm for her) She did a very naughty thing, even though my vehicle automatically locks while we are driving, she likes to play with the door locks and handles and while I was on the FREEWAY, my car "dinged" at me that a door was indeed being opened. Of course I was furious with this angelic being I have been given parental responsibilities for and I pulled over to assess the situation. I also assured her of her demise upon reaching our home. She was beside herself with dread...(oooh I remember those days-DAD) Anyhow, as she disembarked from the car, she had tears streaming down her little face and while she sobbed she was fiddling with her hand, trying to do something with her fingers. I said, "What is wrong with your hand?" She succeeded in making sure all of her fingers were clenched except her pinky, she held it up to my face and through her tears said "pinky promise?" I was quite confused and asked "Pinky promise?" She said, "I pinky promise I won't do it ever again mommy, now you have to do this too". So she continued to instruct me as to how to commence this pinky promise thing-you have to link your pinky fingers together and give them a good tug. Then you're all set, you don't have to spank the kid after that cuz they "pinky promised".

...So...a few days later, she was in trouble again. This time it wasn't her safety being compromised but it was at church-got caught running the aisles AGAIN, and this time DAD was the disciplinarian. So HE grabs her and is about to give her the lowdown how she's getting a you-know-what when she gets home and suddenly the waterworks gets maxed out. I slipped behind a corner and spied on them and watched the little hand working itself into the ever popular pinky promise position. As her hand reached up toward her daddy's face, I wondered what effect this would have on her situation. "PINKY PROMISE??? What's THAT???" her daddy's voice boomed. (as only his can) Her little voice, "If I pinky promise it means I won't ever do it again daddy". Suddenly, she was in his arms and he was howling with laughter...hhmmmm...maybe next time I go shopping and spend a little too much at my fave boutique I'll pull out the ol' pinky promise trick eh?

Another cheesey smile...

Often, I have a picture thats not really that great unless I have my mommy goggles on...that means I like it because its my kid not because it has great composition, focus, etc...I have my mommy goggles on 24/7. Its hard to critique pics of your own kids!

A giggly smile

Our little Angel...7 weeks old!!! I can't get enough of this child! Can't kiss her enough...Mimi says, "If lovin' makes a baby grow this one sure is gonna be big!!!" Of course...did anyone think there might not be anymore room in my heart for another?

I can't imagine life without this little wonder.

Ava...I can't tell you enough how much you mean to Mommy!!! You are my sunshine on a rainy day!!!

The two prettiest princesses...the pride and joy is quite evident on Elise's face while she holds her baby sister!!! She is "in love"!!!

And all thy children shall be taught of the Lord; and great shall be the peace of thy children. Isaiah 54:13

Wishing all of you this at ALL times...especially in the wee hours of the morning!!! I am not a professional photographer but photography is my favorite hobby...especially when it involves my most precious posessions, my sweet and innocent children.

Aren't they so serene and pure tonight? I pray God's hand upon them to protect them even though they are so small. My deepest desire is that the the Peace of God overshadows their lives in ways unfathomable to human perception.

Princess Ava Katrielle

...mommy took this picture of the little fairy child who is growing like a weed!!! She's gained 8 oz. in one week and is now 19 3/4 inches long!!! We are enjoying EVERY minute of her...can hardly put her down!!! She went with me to my treatment appt. and all the nurses were in tears because of her perfect beauty. God is so gracious and kind, I cannot thank him enough for this precious miracle!!!

The Grand Arrival!!!

Ava Katrielle Morgan was born at 5:38 a.m. on September 17th 2004!!! She weighed 5 lbs and 4 oz. and is the most precious little baby in the world!!! She is content and peaceful and ever so sweet and soft. She was in Special Care Nursery for a few days for observation but is home now and doing WONDERFULLY!!!!!

Words cannot express my gratitude and appreciation to our God who has been so good to us. What a beautiful blessing this baby is. I can't believe there were some people to advise me that I had three other children to care for and that I should decide who was more important, the baby or myself. I would die for this child or any of my other children as well.

Ava punkin' you are SO important to Mommy...I asked Jesus for you and He heard my prayers!!! I am thankful for your precious little life and feel so overwhelmed with love for you.

I know God has his hand upon you and that you are highly favored in His sight.

I love you little peanut and am SO glad you are mine.

Please notice the sweet little fingers AND toes she has pulled up to her little face!!! 

For the Record...this baby has endured Four cycles of Adrimycin and Cytoxan and is THRIVING splendidly!!! She is active as all get out and perfectly formed in every way!!!