tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-88794113454349105932024-03-13T13:01:36.588-05:00Familia C: Loving Each Other Through It AllOur familia loves each to the ends of the world. We are getting through the hard times un dia a la vez. And celebrating all the good times along the way!Christinahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12647877827327330007noreply@blogger.comBlogger55125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8879411345434910593.post-29612907130606675592013-09-18T13:15:00.000-05:002013-09-25T16:36:48.249-05:00Made Me Sad....I haven't been watching many YouTube videos lately. You know, life gets in the way of those kinds of things. There's volunteering at school, lots of traveling, a bit of dancing, and just life. But during naptime, I had a little bit of free time. And I was trying to catch up on some of my favorite youtubers. That's when I seen this video.... <br />
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It just made my heart sad. It's reality. I know that. But when you watch some of these channels, you feel like they're your friends. And it just hurts, to see someone hurt this bad. Especially when they are such good people. My prayers are going out to this precious family! ~CChristinahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12647877827327330007noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8879411345434910593.post-46336434889158094032010-10-20T21:05:00.003-05:002010-10-20T21:08:55.929-05:00Love Stitched GiveawayOh my goodness! Why haven't I known about <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/lovestitched">Love Stitched</a> before? Talk about beautiful handmade items. :)<br /><br /><a href="http://diaryofacraftaholic.blogspot.com/"><span id="SPELLING_ERROR_0" class="blsp-spelling-error">Craftaholics</span> Anonymous</a> is currently <a href="http://diaryofacraftaholic.blogspot.com/2010/10/love-stitched-giveaway.html">giving away</a> a $25 gift certificate to <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/lovestitched">Love Stitched</a>. I've got my fingers and toes crossed that I win. Everything is beautiful! Definitely items that I'd like to own! ~CChristinahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12647877827327330007noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8879411345434910593.post-89009442568386938982010-08-04T22:07:00.003-05:002010-08-04T22:13:57.071-05:00New TreasuresIs Sarita spoiled? I think so! Her <a href="http://twitter.com/BigOO75"><span id="SPELLING_ERROR_0" class="blsp-spelling-error">Nono</span></a> brought her lots of treats. From Disney World! He's here. Because he had to bring Cari Bear home. And he's staying for a few weeks. :)<br /><br /><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_MM9m2yEX-3k/TForI3xjk1I/AAAAAAAAAJA/tbffUMGU9hE/s1600/41ED4AX5F4L__SL500_AA300_.jpg"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 300px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 300px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5501757326197232466" border="0" alt="" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_MM9m2yEX-3k/TForI3xjk1I/AAAAAAAAAJA/tbffUMGU9hE/s320/41ED4AX5F4L__SL500_AA300_.jpg" /></a><br /><br />These paper doll magnets, they're probably her favorite things to play with. She played all day long with them. :)<br /><br /><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_MM9m2yEX-3k/TForIpb-jCI/AAAAAAAAAI4/yuae6uCz5CI/s1600/4bfa91170ab9e_146849n.jpg"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 300px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 300px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5501757322348629026" border="0" alt="" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_MM9m2yEX-3k/TForIpb-jCI/AAAAAAAAAI4/yuae6uCz5CI/s320/4bfa91170ab9e_146849n.jpg" /></a><br /><br />Look at these <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_1" class="blsp-spelling-corrected">adorable</span> shoes! Even I like these. Sarita sported these to church last night!<br /><br /><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_MM9m2yEX-3k/TForIaU_uZI/AAAAAAAAAIw/jSpr3frHIq8/s1600/pTRU1-8177222reg.jpg"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 220px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 220px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5501757318292814226" border="0" alt="" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_MM9m2yEX-3k/TForIaU_uZI/AAAAAAAAAIw/jSpr3frHIq8/s320/pTRU1-8177222reg.jpg" /></a><br /><br />And a new dress up outfit. She just loves it! Thanks <a href="http://twitter.com/BigOO75"><span id="SPELLING_ERROR_2" class="blsp-spelling-error">Nono</span></a>! you know you don't have to spoil Sarita so much. But she really did love all her new treasures. ~CChristinahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12647877827327330007noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8879411345434910593.post-15688756530375098882010-08-04T22:04:00.002-05:002010-08-04T22:07:36.061-05:00Urban Rain Giveaway<a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_MM9m2yEX-3k/TFoqPc5ymwI/AAAAAAAAAIo/meUuMAPtCy0/s1600/4845688104_efd203f60b_z.jpg"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 214px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5501756339731471106" border="0" alt="" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_MM9m2yEX-3k/TFoqPc5ymwI/AAAAAAAAAIo/meUuMAPtCy0/s320/4845688104_efd203f60b_z.jpg" /></a><br /><br />Another great <a href="http://mycakies.blogspot.com/2010/07/sponsor-welcome_31.html">giveaway</a>. This one is from Ruby at <a href="http://mycakies.blogspot.com/">My <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_0" class="blsp-spelling-error">Cakies</span></a>. You have the chance to win a $25 gift certificate for <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/urbanrain">Urban Rain</a>. Look at how cute and chic these items are. Hurry and enter the <a href="http://mycakies.blogspot.com/2010/07/sponsor-welcome_31.html">giveaway</a>! ~CChristinahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12647877827327330007noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8879411345434910593.post-54171925570932239452010-08-03T16:51:00.000-05:002010-08-04T01:53:20.561-05:00Apron Giveaway<a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_MM9m2yEX-3k/TFkN6MszEQI/AAAAAAAAAIg/sgxi46o2Mu4/s1600/APRON+1.jpg"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 240px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5501443713302466818" border="0" alt="" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_MM9m2yEX-3k/TFkN6MszEQI/AAAAAAAAAIg/sgxi46o2Mu4/s320/APRON+1.jpg" /></a><br /><br />Isn't this apron adorable? I just love it! Everything about it. The print on the front. The red. I can't believe this is made out of a dish towel! You have the chance to win an apron or a DVD from <a href="http://crocheteveryday.blogspot.com/">Crochet Every Day</a>. But hurry, the <a href="http://crocheteveryday.blogspot.com/2010/07/winner-another-giveaway.html">giveaway</a> ends today! ~CChristinahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12647877827327330007noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8879411345434910593.post-74214401217111390682010-07-26T23:21:00.000-05:002010-07-27T21:29:40.842-05:00Having a Blast!I know, it's Monday night. We're supposed to be home. Well, at Memo's house. And I haven't checked my e-mail since we left. No house hunting. Nothing. Why? Because we're having a blast! This mini vacation is so amazing!<br /><br />Because of Sarita's condition, we can't really go out during the weekend. She can't be exposed to that many people. In fear that she could get sick. That means our fun times out are confined to the week days. when less people are out and about.<br /><br />Papa Memo and Sarita are still planning another trip to the Zoo. Tomorrow. And we want to take her on an adventure to the mountains. I don't know, we're planning on going home Thursday. We're all having a great time! And it's incredible to see our little girl so happy and excited about life. :)<br /><br />Maybe I'll check my emails. Maybe I'll tweet. I don't know. But what I do know is, we're having a good time. A great time! With our family. Loving all the time together. Making some amazing memories. This is what we all needed. ~CChristinahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12647877827327330007noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8879411345434910593.post-57871603679465709322010-07-24T23:15:00.003-05:002010-07-24T23:15:00.180-05:00Sunshine PregnancyOn Sunday, in the midst of looking for a home and packing for our trip, I played on <a href="http://www.polyvore.com/">Polyvore</a>. I know. A good way to waste a little time. The site is addicting, I have to admit that much. But I was thinking about outfits for our trip.<br /><br /><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_MM9m2yEX-3k/TEPRlsy4FcI/AAAAAAAAAIY/5UduuwR28tk/s1600/BQcDAAAAAwoDanBnAAAABC5vdXQKFmtOQXA4Nm1TM3hHSTF5c2xYcWcxOHcAAAACaWQKAXgAAAAEc2l6ZQ.jpg"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 320px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5495466415932052930" border="0" alt="" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_MM9m2yEX-3k/TEPRlsy4FcI/AAAAAAAAAIY/5UduuwR28tk/s320/BQcDAAAAAwoDanBnAAAABC5vdXQKFmtOQXA4Nm1TM3hHSTF5c2xYcWcxOHcAAAACaWQKAXgAAAAEc2l6ZQ.jpg" /></a><br /><br />I came up with this one. It's so happy and summery. Pregnancy in summer, it's not the best. Take it from me. I've never been to good at planning these things out. In fact, we went to Florida in August 2005 for <a href="http://gabesmorenita.blogspot.com/">Linda and Gabe</a>'s wedding. Talk about crazy! It was hot, humid, I was pregnant with Sarita, and had to dress up. Why did I waddle around Disney World? I'll never know...<br /><br />But we were packing for this trip. And I thought about bringing lots of versatile pieces. The weather had been nuts around here. Rainy and cold 1 day, triple digits the next. So I did a layered look. Very cute! We actually made it to Forever 21 during the week. And I wore a similar look yesterday. Loved it! And I love how they sell maternity clothes now.<br /><br />So there you go. My maternity look. It went from the a day at the Zoo, a train ride, and aquarium included. Oh, and feeding the ducks. To us going out to a nice family dinner. And it was nice to have a few options. Because it was hot outside. But freezing indoors. Thank goodness for <a href="http://www.polyvore.com/">Polyvore</a>! And for <a href="http://sweetnightingalesing.blogspot.com/">La Chiquitita</a>'s suggestions of places to visit! She is from a pretty amazing city. ~CChristinahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12647877827327330007noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8879411345434910593.post-11658244496822700332010-07-21T21:48:00.000-05:002010-07-21T21:48:00.891-05:00I Need to...I desperately need to learn how to sew. There are so many fabulous things that my daughter loves! But they're all handmade. And me and a sewing machine...well we've never met. I never took home <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_0" class="blsp-spelling-error">ec</span> is school. And everything about sewing seems foreign to me<br /><br /><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_MM9m2yEX-3k/TEN20zYHDBI/AAAAAAAAAIA/xHGFXGNqyaY/s1600/4791630508_b5df2952ff.jpg"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 299px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5495366619838745618" border="0" alt="" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_MM9m2yEX-3k/TEN20zYHDBI/AAAAAAAAAIA/xHGFXGNqyaY/s320/4791630508_b5df2952ff.jpg" /></a><br /><br />But these cute little guys, they're from <a href="http://ohsohappytogether.blogspot.com/">Happy Together</a>. The pattern is even free. But I don't know where to begin. I called <a href="http://sweetnightingalesing.blogspot.com/">La <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_1" class="blsp-spelling-error">Chiquitita</span></a>, yes on her vacation, and asked her about them. She gave me a list of materials to buy. And tried to talk me through the process. Um, I wish she was here! Then she could help me. Or maybe just maybe, she'll make them for Sarita. I did buy the materials. I just don't know where to begin...<br /><br />But I really do want to learn how to sew. I mean, come on, <a href="http://cariscrafts.blogspot.com/">Cari Bear</a> knows how to sew too! I think I'm going to be on the look out for the sales at Target. I know I've seen them on sale for $100. Maybe with my own sewing machine, maybe just maybe, I'll be able to learn how to sew. ~CChristinahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12647877827327330007noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8879411345434910593.post-49516682545933996062010-07-18T22:36:00.003-05:002010-07-18T23:06:29.681-05:00Looking for a New House...Not going to lie here. Juan and I are a little stressed out. We need a house. Here. At home. We belong here. OK, we both grew up about 45 miles south of here. And spent most of our lives there. Until the flood. Then lots of things happened. And we moved east. First to San Antonio. Then to take care of our daughter.<br /><br />Now, we're looking for a home. Nothing too fancy. But it has to be a 3 bedroom house. You know, our <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_0" class="blsp-spelling-error">familia</span> is growing here. We're hoping to stay under $250,000. And I'm saying nothing fancy, because we've decided to have a home built. But that generally means, 18-24 months. Oh boy! Maybe we should have thought about this before getting pregnant.<br /><br />But we need a house relatively soon. Because I'm well into my 2<span id="SPELLING_ERROR_1" class="blsp-spelling-error">nd</span> trimester. And we can't continue to stay at <a href="http://twitter.com/PapaMemo55">Memo</a>'s house. Do you know what I mean? We love him. We really do! And he is just like family. But we can't do it anymore. We need a place for our family to grow. We won't stop traveling east for Sarita's treatments. But we're hoping that after our little girl is born, well, that maybe there is a cure in our future. We can only pray.<br /><br />Juan and I spent the better part of today scooping out a few things. Some properties here. Near <a href="http://twitter.com/PapaMemo55">Memo</a> and all of our friends. Now I really know why <a href="http://sweetnightingalesing.blogspot.com/">La <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_2" class="blsp-spelling-error">Chiquitita</span> </a>and her <a href="http://twitter.com/SimpleGuyTalks">Hombre</a> are buying a house here. Close enough to the city. But still a little town. And if you find the right piece of property, almost out in the middle of nowhere. Love it!<br /><br />We found a lot. One that we really like. For a really good deal. And we called our real estate agent. I know. It's Sunday. But you have to move on these great deals. She is starting our paperwork. An offer is being made tomorrow! In the meantime, we need a house. One that is built. And we're more than OK to live in the city for a year or so. While we build our home.<br /><br />I found an old Craig's List listing. I hope that this house is still available. It looks like the current owners are selling it. A good deal too. Juan and I learn that it's best to buy directly from the seller. That's what we did in San Antonio. And we got an amazing deal! We just want to see more pictures. They had none of the bedrooms or bathrooms. Maybe even go look around the actual home.<br /><br />And we found another listed on a local real estate agents website. For $198,000. The lot is small. There's not much grass either. But it's a good location. A fairly nice layout. Again, just a little small. 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. A <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_3" class="blsp-spelling-error">cul</span>-<span id="SPELLING_ERROR_4" class="blsp-spelling-error">de</span>-sac and nice views. The house generally looks a little small. But we just need a home for "now."<br /><br />I know what you're thinking. Why not go with our real estate agent? We could. But she exclusively works on custom homes. And in this small community. Don't get me wrong, you drive down one street and you're in the city. But do you understand? It's a place where more expensive real estate is sold. And most of the newer homes are custom built. It takes a while. And that's all she does.<br /><br />If worst comes to worst, <a href="http://sweetnightingalesing.blogspot.com/">La <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_5" class="blsp-spelling-error">Chiquitita</span></a>, <a href="http://twitter.com/QueOcurre"><span id="SPELLING_ERROR_6" class="blsp-spelling-error">Berto</span></a>, and <a href="http://twitter.com/Saa_ncho"><span id="SPELLING_ERROR_7" class="blsp-spelling-error">Sanchocito</span></a> have all offered up their homes. I know that <a href="http://twitter.com/PapaMemo55">Memo</a> would enjoy us staying here too. But we really want a place of our own. Now to go email the one woman from the Craig's List house. And to call the real estate agent and leave a message. Let's see who we hear from first...<br /><br />Not only are we looking for a home, but we're going on a small trip tomorrow. Up north. About a 3 hour drive. We're going to <a href="http://sweetnightingalesing.blogspot.com/">La Chiquitita</a>'s (Nana) hometown. :)To take Sarita to the big Zoo, museum, and who knows what not all. We'll be gone for about a week. Maybe we can find a home by then. Fingers and toes crossed. Even if we do all of our business online. We just need a home. Can you tell that I'm super stressed out at the moment? ~CChristinahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12647877827327330007noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8879411345434910593.post-45613355120389409202010-07-17T14:39:00.003-05:002010-07-27T20:54:03.748-05:00Good 'ol Days Mariachi StyleToday my husband is back at work. Mariachi style! :) And it's starting to feel like old times. Sarita and I are hanging out at <a href="http://twitter.com/PapaMemo55">Papa Memo</a>'s house. With <a href="http://mifamiliamexicana.blogspot.com/"><span id="SPELLING_ERROR_0" class="blsp-spelling-error">Sals</span> and her girls</a>. Spending the day swimming.<br /><br />All the girls are napping. <a href="http://mifamiliamexicana.blogspot.com/"><span id="SPELLING_ERROR_1" class="blsp-spelling-error">Sals</span></a> is feeding her twins. Who are so precious! <a href="http://twitter.com/PapaMemo55">Papa Memo</a> is fixing us a snack. And all I can think about is mariachi. I know Juan misses it. But I'm so glad that he is able to be with Sarita and I during her treatments. I know that must sound very selfish, but we need him.<br /><br />But it's back to the "Good '<span id="SPELLING_ERROR_2" class="blsp-spelling-error">ol</span> Days" for Juan and the guys. At least for this weekend. It's so hot outside. And I just hope that most of their gigs are inside. I already miss my husband. And I wish I would hear him sing and play. It's one of my favorite things in the entire world to do. Especially <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D2UzZtc1s78">this song</a>, La <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_3" class="blsp-spelling-error">Chinita</span>. It immediately made me think of him when I heard it on <a href="http://www.youtube.com/">YouTube</a>. ~C<br /><br /><object width="400" height="360"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube-nocookie.com/v/D2UzZtc1s78&hl=en_US&fs=1?rel=0&color1=0x5d1719&color2=0xcd311b&border=1"><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"><embed src="http://www.youtube-nocookie.com/v/D2UzZtc1s78&hl=en_US&fs=1?rel=0&color1=0x5d1719&color2=0xcd311b&border=1" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true" width="400" height="360"></embed></object>Christinahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12647877827327330007noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8879411345434910593.post-39325735532536081422010-07-14T22:34:00.000-05:002010-07-18T17:50:19.584-05:00Missing Cari BearWe made it home yesterday. Well, to <a href="http://twitter.com/PapaMemo55">Papa Memo</a>'s house. and it feels amazing! He is definitely like a father figure to Juan and I. And Sarita's Papa (grandpa.) It just feels nice to be home. And to see all of our friends and family. We're just waiting for <a href="http://sweetnightingalesing.blogspot.com/">La <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_0" class="blsp-spelling-error">Chiquitita</span></a> (or Nana) to come home too!<br /><br />It feels really good to be back. And we need to start looking for a house. Juan and I are hoping to buy a house here, before the baby comes. We have so much to do! We really need to get on top of this. We're not sure if we want to go through a real estate agent. Or just to go look for a home that is being sold by the owner. We'll just have to wait and see.<br /><br />But this morning, Sarita came to our room a little sad. She misses <a href="http://cariscrafts.blogspot.com/">Cari Bear</a>. As do we. And <a href="http://twitter.com/PapaMemo55">Papa Memo</a>. But <a href="http://cariscrafts.blogspot.com/">Cari Bear</a> is in Florida with <a href="http://twitter.com/BigOO75">Big O</a> (or <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_1" class="blsp-spelling-error">Nono</span>.) Enjoying a vacation with her <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_2" class="blsp-spelling-error"><a href="http://twitter.com/BigOO75">Nono</a></span>. The house is so quiet without her. And we miss her so much! Sarita laid with us for a while before going to hangout with her <a href="http://twitter.com/PapaMemo55">Papa Memo</a>. He told us tonight, that he misses his <a href="http://cariscrafts.blogspot.com/">Cari Bear</a> too. But he's glad that she can have such a great vacation.<br /><br />We can't wait until <a href="http://cariscrafts.blogspot.com/">Cari Bear</a> comes home. But I hope she has a great time! Until then, we're going to try and help keep <a href="http://twitter.com/PapaMemo55">Papa Memo </a>busy. Because he needs it. It's so sad to see him down. But I think Sarita is doing a good job at keeping him busy. :) ~CChristinahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12647877827327330007noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8879411345434910593.post-4311853337131791732010-07-12T21:28:00.000-05:002010-07-18T16:38:45.707-05:00Feels Like HomeWe're finally home. Well, at least in our apartment. Sarita was released today. For just a few short weeks. But still, we're home. My baby girl is sleeping in her big girl bed. Her bed!<br /><br />Juan and I couldn't be happier. Nothing is as amazing as putting our little girl to bed in her bedroom. And we're planning on going home. Back home. To the southwest. At least for a few weeks. We try to take full advantage of our time away from the hospital. But still being aware that we need to keep our daughter safe.<br /><br />It feels good to be home. Plain and simple. I hope that soon, our little girl will no longer have to deal with cancer. We also hope that our dear friend, <a href="http://sweetnightingalesing.blogspot.com/">La <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_0" class="blsp-spelling-error">Chiquitita</span></a>, also doesn't have to deal with this horrible disease any longer. It's a tough road. For everyone involved. But to watch your daughter and your best friend both fight this horrible disease, it's tough. It eats away at your soul. And sometimes, you question life.<br /><br />For now, I'm a happy woman. Our daughter is between treatments. And she's home. <a href="http://sweetnightingalesing.blogspot.com/">La <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_1" class="blsp-spelling-error">Chiquitita</span> </a>is also between treatments. And on vacation! <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_2" class="blsp-spelling-error">Mujer</span>, I'm so happy for you! And we're heading home. To visit some of the most amazing people I will ever know. Tonight, I thank Mi <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_3" class="blsp-spelling-error">Dios</span> a few hundred times more than normal. ~CChristinahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12647877827327330007noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8879411345434910593.post-33496145141775075852010-07-09T22:26:00.002-05:002010-07-18T17:34:01.189-05:00Who Would Have Thought?I think this is crazy! And so exciting! But both <a href="http://josesjellybean.blogspot.com/">Jelly</a> and I are expecting little girls. And on the same day! We were talking on the phone, and she jokes with me, I know what you guys were doing on Valentine's Day. ;)<br /><br />Um, I have to admit. I was a little embarrassed. But that is why the guys sent us to Hawaii. Juan and I have been trying for another baby for almost 3 years. But with the stress of our daughter's illness, it was difficult. So we were so happy when we found out we were expecting. Then, when we found out we were having a little girl, Juan almost cried. It's no secret, he loves Sarita. And he loves being a daddy to little girls. So it was great news!<br /><br />But to hear that <a href="http://josesjellybean.blogspot.com/">Jose and Jelly</a> are expecting too, well that was amazing! They deserve it so much! Jose didn't want to have kids until he was out of the military. And when he decided to leave the Army, we were all waiting for them to get pregnant. It's really neat to know that we're all going to have baby girls in a few months. I just wish I could spend more time around <a href="http://josesjellybean.blogspot.com/">Jelly</a>. I remember when <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_0" class="blsp-spelling-error"><a href="http://mifamiliamexicana.blogspot.com/">Sals</a></span> and I were pregnant at the same time. We wished we could spend more time together too. More importantly, I just hope that our daughters are born healthy and happy! ~CChristinahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12647877827327330007noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8879411345434910593.post-89250315948913882002010-07-07T22:21:00.002-05:002010-07-18T17:26:11.038-05:00We're Having a...<a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_MM9m2yEX-3k/TEN-pccQKYI/AAAAAAAAAIQ/GU7gfZ92G1s/s1600/its-a-girl.gif"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 180px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5495375220796565890" border="0" alt="" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_MM9m2yEX-3k/TEN-pccQKYI/AAAAAAAAAIQ/GU7gfZ92G1s/s320/its-a-girl.gif" /></a><br /><br />Yes, God is blessing us with a 2<span id="SPELLING_ERROR_0" class="blsp-spelling-error">nd</span> daughter! Juan and I are so excited! And Sarita is over the moon. Every doctor and medical professional she comes in contact with, they all know. :) We're about halfway there. And I'm feeling so excited and anxious. I hope I remember how to take care of a newborn. It seems like a million years ago that Sarita was a newborn.<br /><br />But honestly, we're excited! Juan and I are ready to go home to start looking for a home. We want to move back. And we need to start looking for furniture and decorations for both Sarita and our baby girl. If we move, we're going to need all of that! I better start shopping. ~CChristinahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12647877827327330007noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8879411345434910593.post-78321927938375753372010-07-04T23:08:00.000-05:002010-07-18T17:14:44.633-05:00Happy 4th of July<a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_MM9m2yEX-3k/TEN7eVARAYI/AAAAAAAAAII/xAwz0xgP5PY/s1600/patriotickids.gif"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 279px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5495371731286688130" border="0" alt="" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_MM9m2yEX-3k/TEN7eVARAYI/AAAAAAAAAII/xAwz0xgP5PY/s320/patriotickids.gif" /></a><br /><br />Happy 4<span id="SPELLING_ERROR_0" class="blsp-spelling-error">th</span> of July! I hope everyone had a nice and safe holiday. We've had a great day. Even in the hospital. The hospital had a nice "cookout" for all of us. And as it began to get dark, we were able to head outside to watch the fireworks. Sarita loved it! And we were just so happy to see her smiling and enjoying herself. You know, she was just being a kid. The best thing ever!<br /><br />We do miss our family and friends. And we miss the traditions we were so used to. Like Juan and the guys playing for the holiday. Having a big cookout with all of our friends and family. It's crazy! Our life has changed so much.<br /><br />But it was nice to just sit here and enjoy the holiday. Our daughter is very much into holidays. And loved learning about the holiday. She can't wait to talk to her <a href="http://josesjellybean.blogspot.com/"><span id="SPELLING_ERROR_1" class="blsp-spelling-error">Tio</span> Jose</a> about it too! Being that he was in the Army for so many years. Today, we're just happy to be Americans. ~CChristinahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12647877827327330007noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8879411345434910593.post-10851864534549294262010-06-30T13:21:00.002-05:002010-07-18T23:29:02.501-05:00PolyvoreToday when Sarita was taking her nap, I decided to go explore <a href="http://www.polyvore.com/"><span id="SPELLING_ERROR_0" class="blsp-spelling-error">Polyvore</span></a> a bit. I've seen sets on <a href="http://sweetnightingalesing.blogspot.com/">La <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_1" class="blsp-spelling-error">Chiquitita</span></a> and <a href="http://xoxotrina.com/">Trina</a>'s blogs. And I thought it would be fun. You can find <a href="http://www.polyvore.com/cgi/profile?id=1675536">me here</a>.<br /><br />I made this set. Just a little inspiration. Because Juan and I are going on a dinner date with <a href="http://mamasheartloves.blogspot.com/2010/06/wedding-barbies.html">our friends</a> before we head home. It's going to feel nice to finally get a little dressed up. And hang out with some adults. And not talk about hospital stuff.<br /><br />I really liked this dress because it's so feminine. I remember seeing <a href="http://sweetnightingalesing.blogspot.com/">La <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_2" class="blsp-spelling-error">Chiquitita</span></a> wear a similar type outfit for <a href="http://amordearagon.blogspot.com/">Amelia and </a><a href="http://amordearagon.blogspot.com/"><span id="SPELLING_ERROR_3" class="blsp-spelling-error">Riq</span></a>'s Rehearsal Dinner. So I decided to give it a try. Now I should probably go shopping. I have a tummy, but it's not a big <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_4" class="blsp-spelling-error">preggers</span> belly yet. So I think I can still get away with wearing "regular clothes." Just in larger sizes.<br /><br /><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_MM9m2yEX-3k/TCu1gt3hS4I/AAAAAAAAAHo/k3s4yG9BGvk/s1600/BQcDAAAAAwoDanBnAAAABC5vdXQKFktJS1lvb3lFM3hHX1Nzc1lRX0NIMlEAAAACaWQKAXgAAAAEc2l6ZQ.jpg"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 320px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5488680144553986946" border="0" alt="" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_MM9m2yEX-3k/TCu1gt3hS4I/AAAAAAAAAHo/k3s4yG9BGvk/s320/BQcDAAAAAwoDanBnAAAABC5vdXQKFktJS1lvb3lFM3hHX1Nzc1lRX0NIMlEAAAACaWQKAXgAAAAEc2l6ZQ.jpg" /></a><br /><br />Do you ever use <a href="http://www.polyvore.com/"><span id="SPELLING_ERROR_5" class="blsp-spelling-error">Polyvore</span></a>? I just think it's fun. It gives you some ideas. Reminds me of play <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_6" class="blsp-spelling-corrected">paper dolls</span> as a girl. :) And then you know what you want when you go shopping. Because if you are like me, you are usually clueless. And let your daughter choose much of your clothes. Now, I need to go shopping! ~CChristinahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12647877827327330007noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8879411345434910593.post-20239786558092305342010-06-27T20:31:00.001-05:002010-06-28T17:41:22.944-05:00We're Expecting!<a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_MM9m2yEX-3k/TCki7qSNhXI/AAAAAAAAABI/y0MMzq8RYn8/s1600/surprise_baby.jpg"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 316px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 320px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5487956029285959026" border="0" alt="" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_MM9m2yEX-3k/TCki7qSNhXI/AAAAAAAAABI/y0MMzq8RYn8/s320/surprise_baby.jpg" /></a><br /><br />Surprise! Wow! I know. Juan and I have known for a while. We told Sarita, <a href="http://sweetnightingalesing.blogspot.com/">La <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_0" class="blsp-spelling-error">Chiquitita</span></a>, and <a href="http://twitter.com/BigOO75">Big O</a> some time ago too! Don't be mad at any of them. We asked them to keep quiet for a while. Originally, Juan and I wanted to wait until week 20. But we just couldn't wait any longer! We're 19 weeks today!<br /><br />Start the jokes now, but the trip to Hawaii was perfect for Juan and I! Although we missed our <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_1" class="blsp-spelling-error">princesa</span> so much, we're now expecting a new baby this fall! My due date is November 21st. And honestly, the entire family is excited!<br /><br />We were able to tell our parents last week. On Father's Day no less! They came to vissit for a few days. And everyone is super excited! It's been a long time coming. And after all the problems we've had, this is such a blessing.<br /><br />Sarita is so excited. She has been talking nonstop about her new baby. I'm just excited to see her sweet smile. And we've made a family decision. We're going to look for a home near our family and friends. Maybe just maybe, we can convince <a href="http://sweetnightingalesing.blogspot.com/">Nana</a> and <a href="http://twitter.com/BigOO75"><span id="SPELLING_ERROR_2" class="blsp-spelling-error">Nono</span></a> to move back too! :)<br /><br />Honestly, most of this comes from us wanting to be closer to our loved ones. And we're praying for all the best. After the new baby is born, God willing, Sarita will have her operation. And if all goes well, we can celebrate the new baby and a healthy Sarita. ~CChristinahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12647877827327330007noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8879411345434910593.post-32878220768214447692010-06-24T22:53:00.003-05:002010-07-18T18:12:46.687-05:00Life and Music<object width="500" height="405"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube-nocookie.com/v/Js0r2mgwA-I&hl=en_US&fs=1?rel=0&color1=0x5d1719&color2=0xcd311b&border=1"><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"><embed src="http://www.youtube-nocookie.com/v/Js0r2mgwA-I&hl=en_US&fs=1?rel=0&color1=0x5d1719&color2=0xcd311b&border=1" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true" width="500" height="405"></embed></object><br /><br />I seen this video on <a href="http://sweetnightingalesing.blogspot.com/">La <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_0" class="blsp-spelling-error">Chiquitita</span></a>'s blog recently. I've been trying to catch up on my blog reading. But I just thought it was a cute song. And the video reminds me of her. Because she is silly like the girl in the video.<br /><br />You see, <a href="http://sweetnightingalesing.blogspot.com/">our friend</a> is a quiet person by nature. And a little shy. OK, a lot shy when it comes to men. And for years, I listened to countless men confess their love for her. But they were all too shy to ask her out. Because even though she is shy, she is very successful. And men are a little taken aback by that.<br /><br />But in the end, she found <a href="http://twitter.com/SimpleGuyTalks">a man</a>. They met by chance. And she captured his heart. Without even trying. That's what happened. He'll admit it. In the end, they met. And he finally had the <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_1" class="blsp-spelling-error">huevos</span> to ask her out. Now, you can't find a happier couple out there. How funny life is. Music mirrors life and life mirrors music. Oh, and Pepe Aguilar happens to be <a href="http://sweetnightingalesing.blogspot.com/">La <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_2" class="blsp-spelling-error">Chiquitita</span></a> 's favorite singer too! ~CChristinahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12647877827327330007noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8879411345434910593.post-74741515356368875192010-06-21T23:56:00.002-05:002010-06-29T18:00:43.428-05:00Summer<a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_MM9m2yEX-3k/TCp6NxImeXI/AAAAAAAAAG4/7GvRP95boJ4/s1600/summer01.gif"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 284px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5488333472850671986" border="0" alt="" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_MM9m2yEX-3k/TCp6NxImeXI/AAAAAAAAAG4/7GvRP95boJ4/s320/summer01.gif" /></a><br /><br />Now it's officially summer. Today was technically the longest day of the year. And we were inside all day! But we enjoyed our day.<br /><br />I really do wish that I could take my little girl swimming, to the Zoo, and to the beach. All those things scream summer to me. But I can handle watching some cute movies with her too! That's what we did today. Oh, and we colored some pictures for Juan. :)<br /><br />So how are you spending your summer? We're hoping on making a trip home in July. And maybe finding a house. Who knows, we might even get to go visit <a href="http://twitter.com/BigOO75"><span id="SPELLING_ERROR_0" class="blsp-spelling-error">Nono</span></a>! :) ~CChristinahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12647877827327330007noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8879411345434910593.post-29782585865382224222010-06-20T05:42:00.001-05:002010-06-28T18:10:05.614-05:00Happy Father's Day!<a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_MM9m2yEX-3k/TCklbqCF6HI/AAAAAAAAABQ/2injXGs5r0k/s1600/1261.jpg"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 307px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5487958777997420658" border="0" alt="" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_MM9m2yEX-3k/TCklbqCF6HI/AAAAAAAAABQ/2injXGs5r0k/s320/1261.jpg" /></a><br /><br />Today is Father's Day. One of my favorite times of the year. I've been so very blessed with the best men in the world. I'm going to write 4 letters, to 4 of my favorite hombres. I hope you enjoy! ~C<br /><br /><br /><br />Dear <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_0" class="blsp-spelling-error">Papi</span>,<br /><br />I know your my dad. And you're supposed to love me. And tell me things like I'm the prettiest girl in the world. But it's all those other things that make me love you so very much. Like when I just need a hug, and you're right here. When my best friend died, and my baby girl got sick. You were just here.<br /><br />As a little girl, I admired you. I liked to watch you work. Because there wasn't a thing that you couldn't do. You taught me as a little girl, what to look for in a man. And honestly, I owe everything to you. Without that, I would have never seen Juan coming. I would never have allowed myself to love him. Or to be this happy. Thank you for that!<br /><br />Every day, I'm grateful that God gave me to you. Because you make my life better. Like remembering my Nerds or Hersey's with Almonds. Thank you <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_1" class="blsp-spelling-error">papi</span>! I'm crying like crazy. Because I just can't put into words how much you mean to me. I love you more than you will ever know!<br /><br />Love,<br /><br />Your Little C<br /><br /><br /><br />Dear Papa,<br /><br />All those years ago, I was so nervous to meet you. I wanted you to love me. And I wasn't sure if I was going to make a good first impression. I still remember the day I met you and Mama. Juan told me we were going to go to your house for dinner. And I was so nervous. I took extra time to get ready. Making sure I didn't have a wrinkle in my clothes.<br /><br />By this time, I knew I loved Juan with all my heart. I hoped that you would see that. And I hoped that you would welcome me into your family. And you did. I hadn't gotten out of the car, when I felt these 2 strong arms envelope me in a bear hug. I will never in my lifetime forget that moment.<br /><br />I don't see you as my father in law. But more like my dad. I love sitting down to talk to you. Just sharing stories. I especially love the relationship that you have with your son and my daughter. :) I know, Juan is the man that he is, because of you. You taught him so well. And I want to Thank you for that.<br /><br />The last 5 years have been tough. I've wanted to sit and cry many times. And sometimes, you just let me. Without judging me. But knowing that I needed it. Thank you! I know as long as you live, I'll always have someone on my side. I Thank God every day for sending Juan, yourself, and your entire family my way.<br /><br />Love,<br /><br />Your Daughter C<br /><br /><br /><br />Dear Big O,<br /><br />How did you get that name in the first place? I think it had something to do with <a href="http://sweetnightingalesing.blogspot.com/">La <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_2" class="blsp-spelling-error">Chiquitita</span></a>. But I'm glad it stuck. And I'm so glad that you're in our lives. Who would have thought, one of Juan's oldest and dearest friends, would become one of my very best friends in the entire world?<br /><br />I remember that week that changed all of our lives forever. My heart was broken. I didn't know which was up. And I'm certain, you felt a million times worse. And then, our little <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_3" class="blsp-spelling-error">princesa</span> came. In all her glory. She was the angel sent by B to take care of us. I still remember that day. The day that you and <a href="http://mamasheartloves.blogspot.com/">La <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_4" class="blsp-spelling-error">Chiquitita</span></a> became our family forever.<br /><br />Sarita could not be luckier. She has people in her life that love her so much. But I know, if something should happen to Juan and I, she would be well taken care of. Her <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_5" class="blsp-spelling-error">Nono</span> and Nana love her so much. Nothing in the world makes her happier than hearing from the 2 of you.<br /><br />I know, deep down in my heart, one day you will become a dad. I know it's hard to imagine right now. Nearly 5 years later. But I know, it will happen one day. For know, I'm more than happy to share my little girl with you. God sent her 2 very special Godparents and an Angel. That much, I know.<br /><br />Thank you for everything you do for Sarita. And for our entire family. You've gone way out of your way to help us. To be supportive. And to be loving. I will always appreciate that! And don't forget, some of the best family, is not related by blood.<br /><br />Love,<br /><br />~C<br /><br /><br /><br /><br />Dear Mi <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_6" class="blsp-spelling-error">Amorcito</span>,<br /><br />I can remember all those years ago. On our first date. As young as we were. Dreaming about everything the world had to offer us. Nothing in the world could have prepared me for the life we have. It's not always sunshine and puppy dogs. But there's no other life that I'd want.<br /><br />I remember when we were trying to get pregnant. All I could think of was the perfect baby with your chubby cheeks and big heart. Oh, let's not forget that wonderful voice. I prayed and prayed that God would bless us with a baby. One that you could teach how to make yummy cookies, love everyone, and maybe, just maybe how to sing too!<br /><br />And God did bless us. With a perfect Angel. In the time our lives that we needed her most. Sarita came. Bouncing and all smiles. Just like her daddy. And although, we've had a difficult, and at times heartbreaking 5 years, there is no one that I'd rather be walking this road with, than you.<br /><br />All the sleepless nights that we've spent in hospitals, wondering if our little girl would see the sun rise again, I'm glad you were at my side. Never once, have you <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_7" class="blsp-spelling-corrected">faltered</span>, given up, or let us down. You've held me when I've fallen apart. You've wiped away my tears. You've held our baby girl tight. Rocked her to sleep. And sang to ease her pain.<br /><br />I'm sitting here in a crying mess. Just thinking about the amazing man that you are. I could never have gotten through all of this without you. Never! As loving and as caring as you are to me, your a million times that with our daughter. And I'd honestly, have it no other way.<br /><br />Knowing that you're "Our <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_8" class="blsp-spelling-error">Papi</span>" gets me and Sarita through the days. Even the really bad ones. I know that you would do anything to trade places with her. But I want you to know just how much you mean to the both of us. We dreamt up so many wonderful things to give you for Father's Day. And I really hope you enjoy your presents.<br /><br />If there was anything I could do for you, I'd make you "King for the Day." That way, you could feel just as special as you make me and our little girl feel every day of our lives. I'm so lucky you're my husband. But our daughter is the lucky one. She has you as a daddy. And one day, I know, she is going to find a perfect husband for her. Because, you have shown her what a real man, husband, and daddy should be.<br /><br />Happy Father's Day!<br /><br />Love,<br /><br />Your <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_9" class="blsp-spelling-error">Amorcita</span>Christinahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12647877827327330007noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8879411345434910593.post-41464444520249793282010-06-15T15:36:00.003-05:002010-06-29T16:22:51.416-05:00Crazy Ladies<a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_MM9m2yEX-3k/TCpZcOhSr2I/AAAAAAAAAC4/0oQ_jYI2mLY/s1600/n296712.jpg"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 213px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 320px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5488297437373312866" border="0" alt="" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_MM9m2yEX-3k/TCpZcOhSr2I/AAAAAAAAAC4/0oQ_jYI2mLY/s320/n296712.jpg" /></a><br /><br /><a href="http://sweetnightingalesing.blogspot.com/">My <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_0" class="blsp-spelling-error">comadre</span></a> sent me this book a while ago. She LOVED it! And with us spending so much time in the hospital, we all need to find things to entertain us with. I've been reading a lot! And I can see why <a href="http://sweetnightingalesing.blogspot.com/">La <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_1" class="blsp-spelling-error">Chiquitita</span></a> LOVES this book so much. It's a great one!<br /><br />I'm a little sad. Because I'm almost done with Crazy Ladies. So I was looking on <a href="http://.barnesandnoble.com/">Barnes and Noble</a> website. And I found a few books by Michael Lee West. I'm not sure if I'm going to buy Mad Girls in Love or Mermaids in the Basement. They both sound good. Maybe I'll get both! :)<br /><br />Don't you just LOVE when you find an author you enjoy? I do! Then I feel like I need to read all of their books. In this case, that's not a bad thing. Not at all! ~CChristinahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12647877827327330007noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8879411345434910593.post-75494816571410514782010-06-14T22:56:00.001-05:002010-06-14T23:00:03.880-05:00Twitter Fail<a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_MM9m2yEX-3k/TBb6PJGcLDI/AAAAAAAAAAw/ZWjwM8MwCp4/s1600/whale.png"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5482844734418070578" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 240px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_MM9m2yEX-3k/TBb6PJGcLDI/AAAAAAAAAAw/ZWjwM8MwCp4/s320/whale.png" border="0" /></a><br /><br />Is anyone else tired of getting this little guy? I know I am. Maybe it's just me. But recently, he's the guy I've been getting. I haven't signed on to twitter for a while because of the friendly little whale. I'm just wondering why twitter doesn't upgrade it's site. Does anyone else feel my frustration? ~CChristinahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12647877827327330007noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8879411345434910593.post-71542829560953920002010-06-12T22:01:00.002-05:002010-06-14T23:07:55.909-05:00'Rella<a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_MM9m2yEX-3k/TBb7KW6aTdI/AAAAAAAAAA4/Jt1NyVjIBtI/s1600/cinderella-dancing-with-prince-charming.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5482845751737994706" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 276px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 320px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_MM9m2yEX-3k/TBb7KW6aTdI/AAAAAAAAAA4/Jt1NyVjIBtI/s320/cinderella-dancing-with-prince-charming.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><br />Around here, '<span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0">Rella</span> is #1! Sarita just loves her. And of course, Prince Charmin'. It's nothing we've pushed on her. Rather, it's something that she just loves. And everyone knows it. Knows it with a passion.<br /><br />Her Nana and <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_1">Nono</span> are always sending some cute '<span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_2">Rella</span> doll or outfit. Sarita just loves them all! So we thought it would make her decision easy. She was granted a "Make-A-Wish" wish. Sarita just has to decide what she wants to do. And that's our problem.<br /><br />I guess I just figured she'd want to go see '<span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_3">Rella</span>. But her <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_4">Nono</span> works at Disney World. So that was out for her. Crazy, I know. And she just can't decide where to go. She's talked about Sea World and even a <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_5">NASCAR</span> race of all things! But no decision yet.<br /><br />Anyway that we spin this one, <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_6">Nono</span> has come to the rescue. When Sarita is feeling up to it, he's talking her to the Magical Kingdom! Our little girl is very lucky! Now to just decide on this wish. ~CChristinahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12647877827327330007noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8879411345434910593.post-32661380605568452862010-06-10T22:16:00.001-05:002010-06-30T15:22:07.981-05:00Wedding Barbies<a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_MM9m2yEX-3k/TCumUNzNx4I/AAAAAAAAAHI/BGG99t4ks4c/s1600/51wufRRSjwL__AA260_.jpg"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 260px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 260px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5488663437113149314" border="0" alt="" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_MM9m2yEX-3k/TCumUNzNx4I/AAAAAAAAAHI/BGG99t4ks4c/s320/51wufRRSjwL__AA260_.jpg" /></a><br /><br />Just look at what Sarita got at the hospital today! She was so excited! One of her doctors and his wife came to visit. On his day off. He's really a nice man. And they have 3 little girls. All are very adorable!<br /><br />And with them, they brought Juan and I some books and Sarita a big pink box. Inside were these Barbies. She was so excited. And the 4 girls played for at least 2 hours! After how bad Sarita has been feeling for the last few days, she really needed some friends!<br /><br />Now we have a really fun family to hangout with out here. The girls promised to be back to play. And my little girl, well she fell asleep holding her new Barbies. Thanks friends! ~CChristinahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12647877827327330007noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8879411345434910593.post-78217447365838546812010-06-01T21:51:00.000-05:002010-06-14T23:14:45.478-05:00Pigs<a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_MM9m2yEX-3k/TBb9nlBb6_I/AAAAAAAAABA/ZdVeb329ems/s1600/pigs.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5482848452765019122" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 240px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_MM9m2yEX-3k/TBb9nlBb6_I/AAAAAAAAABA/ZdVeb329ems/s320/pigs.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><br />If it were up to my daughter, we'd have a couple of these guys. Cute I know. And delicious when they're bigger. We know all too well!<br /><br />But Sarita just loves pigs. Funny thing, when she was talking to her Nana today, she asked if she could go see J's pigs. And to tell them that she missed them. The things my daughter comes up with! That's why I love her so much. ~CChristinahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12647877827327330007noreply@blogger.com0