Gracias!

First, I would like to thank those of you who took the time to read the story about my dad. I honestly didn't feel that anyone would read it, but I felt I needed to talk about it and I'm so glad I decided to share it with you. I appreciate your comments and my family and I feel very lucky that my dad is still here with us today. Very lucky.

Next, I would like to thank those of you who voted on the hat poll for Carter. I'll show you which one I decided to go with when it's completed. I was going to order it from Etsy but Karen, a nestie friend, has so graciously offered to make it for Carter!!!! I am so excited and thankful. You're the best Karen!

Last, I would like to thank Kristal for the Smile Award {"smiling's my favorite"}. If you haven't checked out her blog yet, please do... it's wonderful and so is she.

The qualifications are:
A. Display a cheerful attitude

B. Love one another

C. Make mistakes

D. Learn from others

E. Be a positive contributor to the blog world

G. Love kids

And the rules:
1. Must link it back to the creator

2. Post the rules

3. Choose 5 people to give it to

4. Recipients must fit the characteristics above

5. Create a post to share this

6. You must thank the winner

And the award goes too...

1. Suz at Steece's Pieces. I think everyone reads this blog. It's baby mania x4 and she makes it look so easy.

2. My friends, Colin & Courtney at moor, please.... I went to college with Colin and I just love checking the blog for updates and seeing Conner's adorable face when I get there :)

3. Steph over at Ramblings & Everyday Amusements/Ethans World. I love looking at Ethan's beautiful pictures and her blog(s) are very honest and personal.

4. Kerri at Life with Livy. Look at those cheeks... need I say more?

5. Katie at When Hello Means Goodbye. She's been through more than anyone can possibly imagine and she handles it with such grace. It's truly inspiring.