7 years ago....

At 39 weeks pregnant I walked into my OBGY demanding to have my labor started. I'm think they may have taken me serious when I threatened that I would go home and preform a c-section (hormones speaking? Yes) this is not a joke! (this story is based on true events that took place) 

Bless my doctors heart (Dr. Brian Watabe) who sent me over to the hospital to get my labor started. I got somewhat comfy as they started my IV, and... Whatdoya know... MY WATER BREAKS! Fantastic!!! I felt much better about myself that I wasn't rushing the birth of my first child. It was all meant to happen on that day. February 1st 2005. 

My sweet Zachary...

We have been through so much together in these 7 short years. I'll never forget taking you home from the hospital. I sat in the backseat with you while Dad drove us home. I would yell at him whenever he took a turn too fast or hit a bump. You were (and still are) so fragile to me! I thought you were going to break. I was so nervous to have you home... I really had no idea what it looked like to be a Mom. I was so scared! Shortly after your first birthday I became very sick and didn't have the strength to care for you.  I was able to keep you with me every other week, and the weeks in between Yia Yia had you with her. During that time I was being treated and putting up a mean fight! I know we've discussed this a few times. You were definitely too little to remember or know what was going on, but you must know one thing for certain... You were my will to survive! Your innocence and unconditional love pulled me through. What a gift you are to me! I can't imagine life without you. You teach me everyday the true meaning of patience and you show me unconditional love through your affection and tender heart. You're such a sweetheart to everyone (I love that about you)  Hope you had a wonderful Birthday.

I love you so much!!!

xoxoxoxo

Mom

Quick update

Hi! Remember me?

ok, real quick... top 10 things that's been happening around here for the past what.... 6 weeks?

1- We celebrate 5 years of cancer free!!! 

2- Danny's 40th Birthday surprise downtown (dinner with family and an overnight stay. no kids!!!)

3- Christmas Day (Santa dropped off a few gifts!)

4- New Years Eve party with some of the greatest friends ever!

5- A small set back. Oncologist runs some tests... results are GREAT! (still cancer free!)

6- My FAMILY drives from Utah to surprise me!!!

7- Fun filled weekend with my brother Nick, sister in law Karen and my darling parents!

8- Olivia learns to WALK! She's all over the place... stay tuned.

9- Alexander is starting to use the potty. But... that's not going very good so far.... stay tuned.

10- We signed another year lease on this darling gingerbread house we call home in 4S Ranch. We love it here!

Walking and potty training... oh my! She isn't only walking, but getting more and more inquisitive. This makes for some very interesting potty training. She is curious... has her hands into everything (if you know what I mean) I think I'll invent a mommy tool belt (pink of course) Filled with tissues for nose wiping, upholstery/carpet cleaner for accidents, diapers, wipes, Q-tips, band-aides, room spray, goggles, rubber gloves, etc. etc....

Life is seriously amazing right now. Even though it's messy at times, exhausting and overwhelming... we are all healthy. We can walk, talk, eat, give kisses, hold one another. San Diego is as beautiful as ever. So happy we took a risk and focused on our dreams. It is truly a dream. I say it, post in on facebook, and talk about it non stop. Life is good!

xoxoxo

P.s  For those that really do read this blog... thanks for checking in with us!

The boys at Danny's parent's house. Christmas Day

Point Loma Day after Christmas

My sweet ladies on New Years Eve!

Strollin the neighborhood!

Patio lunch in January... no big deal!

riding bikes in the neighborhood

I love (and miss) this guy!

Sushi dinner... adults only. (scary man in back with knifes)

us Greeks.... love to eat!

Really.... really??

A month since my last post. Nice. I know I've done this many times in the past... and with that being said. I should be FIRED. Let's face it. I'm not a good blogger! But... I know you all still love me.

My sweet Mom and Dad came to visit us for a week during Thanksgiving. It was wonderful having them here. The kids love their Yia Yia and Papou so much! The night before they left and we said our goodbyes... Zachary was a mess. He cried so hard and of course my heart broke into a million pieces. Poor kid. He finally calmed down enough to go to his room and try to get sleep, only to come out of his room and sob some more. I held him.... we both cried.... then made a bowl of popcorn.... All better. What is it with popcorn? It's a fix all that's for sure!

Thanksgiving came and left super quick and now before I know it... Christmas is seriously in 15 days?!

This girl... LOVES her Papou. SO much! They just walked in and she couldn't wait to get her arms around him. Adorable! (crappy iPhone pic though) 

Mini van cart at Target. I wouldn't recommend it... horrible turning radius.

Horton Plaza.... Downtown. My Dad loved downtown SD

Checking out all the people downtown

How cute are they?

My dad smiling. All kids looking, sitting still and smiling. Miracle right here!

Liv Lu with her Yia Yia

All mine!

We had such a great time during this photo shoot. I'm absolutely obsessed with her work. She's not only so talented, but she has 4 kids of her own and knows just what to do and say to get the kids to pay attention. She lives in Utah, so if you live there... you would be silly not to use her all the time! If you live here in San Diego, she is here every few months. These are just a few of our favorites! 

Thank you again Kristin Kanenwisher for capturing my beautiful family. xoxo

Tons of ruffles and fun!

Olivia May

October 14, 2010 at 5:23pm

 7lbs. 6oz. 18in long

Our sweet baby Liv is already a year old. I can't believe how quick that year went by! I've had so much fun planning her little party. I know she had no idea what was going on... and won't remember a thing, but later on.... I'm sure she will have a wonderful time looking at all the sweet moments we captured on camera!

 

Butter cream frosting doesn't come out of hair very easily! She got a quick bath after this.

 

Such a big girl. Happy Birthday my sweet Liv! 

Thanks so much to everyone that came to celebrate with us. A special thanks to my darling Mom who put so much love and time into this adorable ruffle table cloth! And Charity Pykles for the amazing, delicious cakes.