Fathers Day

From a blessed Mamma & wife....

Joy of Learning

Ava has made it to beginners ballet and is loving it!

Sweet Music

On Memorial Day the weather forced us inside. The kids put together an impromptu concert for Grandpa. Lily was on her violin, Bailey on guitar and Beau on a whistle.
Ava was not to be overlooked. She cried for a try at Lily's violin. Fortunately we had an old fiddle gifted to us by Brian's mom. We didn't hear much music, but Ava was incredibly proud. She is Lily's shadow. These sisters are blessed!

Two Sisters

The Art Institute of Chicago is truly one of my very favorite places on earth.

 

Before we traveled to China last year, we spent the day at the Institute.  We love Saturday's there.  

 

We love the family classes, we love the café, we love the gift shop and we adore the impressionist wing.  It was this painting and the postcard of the same, "Two Sister", by Valencia, the breathed hope into my often weary soul while we were in process.

 

I got to see my girls, and take a quick photo of them as they stood in front of it.  Two sisters, made in heaven, Lily isabella joy &Ava joy violette, you have truly made our joy complete.

 

We thank God for you every day.

Beautiful Spring

Home

Just a year ago our Ava left her China home for ours.  

How incredibly blessed we are!

 

Her transition has been seemless and her life blossoms with joy.

 

What a glorious Mother's day.  I am blessed beyond measure.

Ballerina in Blue

Ava continues to love Ballet. She continues to cause our hearts to dance.