Went to the doctor today and got some very positive feedback on Saraben’s progress. The term “leaps and bounds” was used, and I was ecstatic.

My daughter is a totally different child from even just a few months ago. But the best part, the part I’ve truly missed because of her speech delays, is her calling us Momma and Dada. There really is no better feeling in the world.

Words cannot express how great it is to see a child grow and overcome the obstacles put in front of them, even at such a young age.

We’ve been lucky so far, but this is not exactly the White Christmas I dreamed of. Blizzard like conditions. 40-60 mph winds. More snow then I’ve EVER seen in my life.

Nope. Not what I was hoping for. Now just hoping it doesn’t actually ruin Christmas day plans.

::fingers crossed::

The little man with the awesome teeth!

I wish I could have gotten a picture of them doing the xrays, cause he did such an amazing job and it looked kind of hilarious.

Yeah, I’m that mom. When my kid is freaked out about getting an xray, I stand back and laugh. I’m definently a “laugh first, check to see if you’re okay second” type of mom.

Poor kids.

Side note… Joey got to pick one toy. And out of all the things he could have picked (cars, balls, etc.) he picked a small, plastic hourglass. You know, like the ones that come with Pictionary. Yeah….

1. Find a store with video games.

2. Let older one play while smaller one dances around with excitement.

3, Pay store manager to watch them while you sneak away.

Okay, 1 and 2 DID happen, but not 3. I tried to shake his hand while handing him a $20 (you know, like they do in the movies), but he was on to me. He wanted $40.

Jerk.

P.S. Seriously, the pigtails are too cute. I am NOT stopping them anytime soon!!

I dare you, DARE you to find a cuter picture of my daughter.

The hair, the face, the jacket… she is such a little firecracker! Does she not look so sassy?

I hate that I had to be in the pic with her, but someone had to hold her still enough to get this priceless shot…

Joey struggled the 1st few weeks of Pre-K. I mean really struggled. He may have been the only 4 year old in history sent to the principal’s office.

This week, Joey was selected as the Student of the Week, which meant he got to be the leader of the classroom. And I got the opportunity to go and watch him in action this morning.

Words cannot express how proud I was of him!

My poor kids. Only they could look this depressed about meeting Santa Clause. But they are not crying, so that’s a step in the right direction.

Saraben wanted down to play (and eat candy canes). Joey told Santa he wanted a bouncy ball.

Sweet. My son has low expectations for Christmas. Be jealous.

FYI — Bass Pro Shop does FREE Santa pictures! Yes, free. And yes, that does include a printed picture.

Today, my friend LiLi posted a picture of me and singer/songwriter Marcus Foster from the concert we went to last week. And since today was mainly spent cuddling a little girl with swollen pink eyes, my memory for today is really from last week.

We all love the babies, but a night out with the girls can be a great remedy for all that ails you. I had a great time that night!

Have no idea who Marcus is? Check his MySpace page!

For a 4 year old, this feat is impossible.

Once a day (or maybe more!) I will take a moment to make a memory. Whether it be the kids, the hubs, my family or my friends, I will pause to remember.

Starting this all with my children, the ones I feel like the moments are most fleeting…