Dean & Noelle - A Photoblog

Our 3 year old!!

2008-11-09T12:39:00.000-08:00

Happy Birthday Big Boy! We love you SO MUCH. Dean had a blast this year partying with his friends.

So much love

2008-11-06T13:09:00.000-08:00

Noelle is five months old now and she is getting such a personality. Dean and Noelle have both gotten quite attached to each other as well which is so cute to see. Dean shares his cars and Bob the Builder toys with her and brings me her diapers and wet wipes, trying to be a help and the big brother that he is. Noelle is always seeking him out...he's her favorite mobile.

The other night I tried feeding her yogurt, she LOVED it, she kept on grabbing the spoon and trying to shove it further into her mouth.

Saying "Good Morning" to baby sister...his favorite time of day, they are always so happy to see each other in the morning. Oh and we got a new bed for the kiddos, a bunk bed. For now we have Noelle sleeping on the top and Dean on the bottom, just until she starts moving around more. They love the bed. -Dean especially.

The little loves...

To My Dad

2008-10-31T14:01:00.001-07:00

Happy Birthday Dad. I love you so much and pray that you have a nice relaxing day. Thanks for always being there!!

Lovin' You

2008-10-21T10:57:00.000-07:00

We love you Mich. Today I read this quote and thought it was perfect for you: "Nearly every convenience you enjoy today is the result of someone's toil, and sacrifice, and tears. Heaven knows what blessings may come from yours."
We pray that this year you will get back some of the blessings that the Lord has for you because you have given so much to others. Happy Birthday....xxxxx!!

Motto for the day

2008-10-20T08:33:00.000-07:00

If parents do only two things - love their children and pray for them - God will more than make up for everything else.

-that's an encouraging and relieving thought.

Dean's latest accomplishment

2008-10-18T03:44:00.000-07:00

Kiddie Updates

2008-10-16T12:22:00.000-07:00

Noelle is four months old now...I keep on seeing myself playing with Dean when he was this age and it makes me realize how quickly they grow up and treasure these fun little moments with her so much more.
She's started playing with toys a lot more grabbing them and eating them, along with toys she's also started grabbing hair. :( She's a super happy little baby, smiles at everyone, and loves watching Dean and the rest of the kids as they run around and play. She's just started trying to sit up and not liking the laying down position. She also has started following me with her eyes when I eat or drink anything and I am praying that this means she will be a good eater. :)

My sweet little boy is growing up so much, every day he gets cuter and sweeter. He's started wanting to hang out more around the other kids and play games with them and miss them when they're not around. He also just learned how to ride the scooter and he's so proud of himself and loves to show off to everyone...I'm trying to get a video of this so I can post it here.
One cool thing that happened is that our dog, who is super sweet and friendly and who he loves so much, just had puppies.....FIVE of them. They are very cute and are so tiny so that's been fun for him to see...even though they aren't big enough to play with right now.

Back home

2008-10-03T13:45:00.000-07:00

So here I am, home again. We had a good flight and Noelle was a shiner girl despite the long flight and not much sleep. Marco and Dean were waiting for me at the airport and my little boy came running up to me for a hug and kept on saying "Mommy's here, Mommy's here....I love you so much". He made my day! Now we're working on getting over jetlag which has been tough since we are not on any kind of schedule. Please pray for us, especially for Noelle to get adjusted quickly. More later....

And more from Pabs

2008-10-03T13:42:00.000-07:00

The wedding

My sister Danni also posted a few other pics from our rehearsal dinner.

Have fun!

Michael & Amy's Wedding Pics

2008-10-03T13:26:00.001-07:00

Memories

2008-09-23T12:18:00.000-07:00

The wedding was beautiful so many happy faces and memories that will last forever in our hearts. Amy was the most beautiful bride...she radiated happiness. The Lord really knew what he was doing when he put Michael in her life, I couldn't think of anyone better suited for her then him.
I didn't take a single photo of the entire event so I am relying on the two splendid photographers and some family and friends....when those jpgs show up you will see them here. - the pics will be worth the wait.
I love you Amy & Michael and I wish you so much happiness and a joyful new life together!

San Diego and Family

2008-09-20T10:54:00.000-07:00

I'm back in the USA again to attend my sister's wedding...it's only me and Noelle here with Daddy and Dean at home back in Albania....and we are missing them terribly!! :(
But it's been fun here...went out bridesmaid dress shopping with a dear friend and have been hanging with family and partaking fully in this ultra special time for all of us. So hopefully there will be some fun photos on this here blog soon of family, friends and just general happiness and joy!!

Proud Mama & Papa

2008-09-11T01:40:00.001-07:00

Aren't they just the sweetest!!

She's so purdy....

Playtime

2008-09-08T03:43:00.001-07:00

Guys day and Girls day

2008-09-07T13:04:00.001-07:00

Today everyone in our home went for a day at the beach...Marco took Dean for me since it's still too hot here for our little one to be out during the day. They had a great time...made sandcastles, swam and even got one of those peddle boats (don't know the proper name for them) with the slide on it. Noelle and I had a day at home by ourselves....it was nice and relaxing...did a workout (which I haven't done in forever) took a shower, got some needed WT and Noelle got Mommies attention all day long as well. She loves blabbing and gets bothered when people don't stop to listen to what she has to say. I really did miss my boys today though...I missed being able to watch Dean playing at the beach...but thanks Baby for taking him for me, I don't know what I'd do without you. I love you!

Noelle's August

2008-09-03T14:18:00.000-07:00

With Silvi and Tili - she gets so much love and attention

Storytime with Daddy

2008-08-30T14:26:00.000-07:00

Three of the most important people in my life....I love you!

One of my favorites

2008-08-21T14:30:00.001-07:00

The Calm At The Center Of My Storm.mp3 - Paul Overstreet

Sometimes I let this old world have its way with me
And there is no escape as far as I can see
Captured by the wind, I break so helplessly
I know if not for You, there'd be no hope for me.

You are the calm at the center of my storm
When the cold winds blow
You're the fire that keeps me warm
When this old world gets me down
I will rest inside Your arms
You are the calm at the center of my storm

If I could only learn to always turn to you
Instead of thinking I always know what to do
Why does it take the darkness for my eyes to see?
There's never been a time when You weren't there for me

You are the calm at the center of my storm
When the cold winds blow,
You're the fire that keeps me warm.
When this old world gets me down
I will rest inside Your arms
You are the calm at the center of my storm.

When this old world gets me down
I will rest inside Your arms
You are the calm at the center of my storm.
You are the calm at the center of my storm.

My Blessings

2008-08-10T06:36:00.000-07:00

Our little one's 2 month birthday came and left....she's so much more alert now...she smiles, tries to laugh and coos a lot...she also has started batting at the toys on her juggle gym mat and loves that she can do that. She loves attention and people talking to her or playing with her.

Her brother is warming up to her more now too and is welcoming her into his little family in his own special and uniquely Dean ways. :) He's growing up so much everyday and has recently started ABeka for 3 year olds which he loves and can't get enough of.

recent

2008-07-24T12:18:00.000-07:00

chipmunk cheeks - here i was trying to catch a smile....they never cooperate for the camera

at the playground :)

Buddy & Grammy

2008-07-18T10:59:00.000-07:00

Thanks so much Dad & Mom for putting up with having the four of us crash your house for three months. Thanks also for everything you did for us and all the time you took out of your schedules for us. The kids really enjoyed their time there with you and so did we. We love you and miss you SO MUCH already!!! xxxxxx

Our little angels

2008-07-18T10:51:00.000-07:00

Home at last

2008-07-18T04:23:00.000-07:00

It was a long and difficult trip here but we finally did arrive safely in Albania. - our entire trip ended up actually being 46 hours (due to some complications involved), including a night at the airport in Rome, but as soon as we arrived our bags were there waiting for us as was our home. Thanks so much to everyone for your prayers for us and for the kids....it was very tough on them but they took it all very well considering. We've been home for a few days now but we didn't have internet for a bit and plus we have been trying to get over jet-lag...a new experience with two little ones. Please keep us in your prayers, especially for Noelle to get adjusted to the time and sleep better at night and for Dean who is feeling a bit run down to stay healthy and strong. Thanks! We love you!

A little about the beautiful place we are blessed to live...

2008-07-07T23:01:00.000-07:00

El Musicante

2008-07-07T17:08:00.001-07:00

Was going through some pics and found this adorable one of my little music lover....