I liked the idea of having this one out during Advent - perhaps in the center of our advent wreath. Then having the next one out during the time in between Christmas and Epiphany. Anyway, I thought they were beautiful images of the Holy Family.
Hmm...all those in one post? LOL!
Valentine's Day I got Strawberries and Whipped Cream for our dessert. Christopher saw the Whipped cream bottle as he was helping me cooked and when I let him hold it he tried to taste the top. At that moment I sprayed some into his mouth! He gave me such a look of surprise! But he totally loved it! Now when we are cooking he gets excited when I open the fridge and gives me a begging look. :) It's SO adorable!
On February 4th, after Sunday Mass, we all got our throats blessed for St. Blaise's feast day. As we were going up in line Christopher was being a chatty little guy...as usual. As soon as we got to Father Xavier he started to leave forward to say hello and it was so funny to watch his reaction as Father held the candles up against his throat. Christopher flattened back against my chest and gave Father a horrified look. It was so funny! Even Father burst out laughing!
Valentine's Day was awesome this year! Since we usually go out for my birthday, we always stay home and I make Jason a dish of his choice for Valentine's Day. Neither of us like the crowds for Valentine's Day...so it works out well for us.
For many years, Jason has had a tradition on Valentine's Day. He started it while in Savannah. Every year on Valentine's Day he would go to the Cathedral and give Mary two roses...one red and one white. He asked her to take care of his future wife and keep both his future wife and him pure the next year. He told Mary when she lead him to his wife, his wife would then get the red rose and she would always get the white. So...I picked Jason up in the city after his class on Valentine's Day. I was worried he would forget about this tradition since he's been so very stressed and swamped with school...but no...there he was with two roses waiting for me! We went to Mass and after Mass Jason gave me the red rose and Mary the white rose! It was so special!
We then had dinner at home and I gave Jason a Valentine letter I had written. It was so awesome! He said it was the best Valentine's Day he's ever had...and that the letter was the best anyone has ever given him. That meant so much to me. I love making him happy!
This morning I went to the foot doctor to get orthodics (sp?) for my shoes. I've been having a lot of problems with my knees after working out and I think it's because my feet are so flat. Afterwards I called Jason and Christopher and asked them if they wanted a frappacino for Mardi Gras! :) So...home I came with our drinks! :) Christopher loves the whipped cream on top...and I enjoy the bottom. I get two straws...and he sucks the whipped cream and I get the slushy mocha below.
Anyway...off for now. I'll post some patterns I got at the Joann Sale on Saturday. I can't wait to make them!
His two first teeth...
12 month sleepers! He's getting so big!
Saturday was my 23rd Birthday! It's hard to believe I'm that "old"! It was a awesome day and I'm so thankful for the gift of life. I definitely view my birthday differently after going through labor and delivery with Christopher . . . I'm so thankful my Mom went through so much to bring me into the world!
Christopher got me up at 5:30AM on my day...I guess he wanted to be the first to wish me a "Happy Birthday" and how could I refuse when it comes from someone so cute and close to my heart. He truly is such a joy for me! I am so thankful to have this little guy a part of my life.
The day was rainy...but even that was a blessing and birthday gift from God! I've missed my Virginia snuggle up with a cup of mocha...do some sewing...cause it's a rainy, foggy days - so God sent one especially for me!
Saturday afternoon Jason's Grandmother watched Christopher for a few hours so I could go with Jason into the city for his project meeting. It was so awesome to watch Jason presenting, leading and directing the meeting! What a handsome, cute, talented, and loving husband I have! On our way home we enjoyed a Frappacino and each others company without the distractions of a little guy...cute as he may be.
Upon arriving home, I made us a steak and mashed potato dinner...and Jason went down the street to the 7-11 to get me Coffee Ice cream! After Dinner (and he made me eat every bite!) I got to open my presents! I like 23...I got so spoiled!
My grandparents sent me a wonderful "care" package with the highlight being a new pair of casual shoes. They are so comfortable! My Grandmother also included Virginia Peanuts (hmm...why don't they sell those in San Francisco?!), a book, a cake recipe that's special to my grandfather, and a heart shaped box of chocolates! The heart shaped box of chocolates has been a tradition since I turned 13. Every year...without fail...my Grandmother picks out a new heart of chocolates! I always look forward to it so much!
My Rohr Family sent me a gift so wonderful...I will treasure it always! My little bro, Justin, sent some pictures he drew for me while on his Friday date with his Mom in Holy Hour! They are so special! The rest of the gift was a photo album filled with pictures and notes that date back to our first meeting! It truly made me feel "home" to go through them all. Kelsea is getting so good at taking pictures. God has truly given her a gift for capturing special moments!
My handsome husband gave me the best gift of all! I am so very blessed by God to have this man in my life . . . he has given me his heart and has always sought my happiness. Through his gentle touch and his ever calling me his "Princess" or "too beautiful", he has given me the gift no other could ever come close to giving me . . . the unbelievable gift of his heart and love! On this 23rd Birthday, Jason, my husband, is the one thing I am the most thankful for in my life.
Jason also gave me an ipod for working out! My old one, a hand-me-down, died about 2 weeks ago and my workout have been much tougher without the motivation of tunes. He also gave me some new perfume (Vanilla Sugar . . . yum!) and a beautiful shirt. He spoils me so much . . . but I love all the little ways he tells me he loves me!
My parents sent me a book entitled "Raising them Right" by Theophan the Recluse. My Mom enclosed a wonderful note - full of love. Jason's parents sent me two beautiful statues...1 of Mary and baby Jesus and the other of the Good Shepherd. They are on a side table in our Living Room under the swan lamp my Dad gave me when I was born.
Thank you to all who wished me a Happy Birthday and prayed for me and this 24th year of my life. Please God, may I grow much in holiness this year!
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