Reason to be excited.....

Just look at the cute belly.....and my favorite: the HANDS. I love how Selena's hand is holding ever so lightly, her baby belly. And oh, the beautiful hands of mommy and daddy to be!

Oh and this precious baby belly; again. He's so busy, dancing, pressing his little bottom OUT, stretching and practicing for his big debut. But on this day, friends and family are celebrating the new baby to be. We are all excited to meet, to hold and to cherish this little guy !

These two will have been married for 6 years in August. They've been looking forward to becoming a family and I know that their baby will be in good hands !

Selena has always been good at growing things....a garden, beautiful flowers....and now, she's almost finished "growing" her Baby "M" ! We are all so EXCITED and look forward to seeing

their dream of being a family, come true !

Reason to

Wonderful friends and family joined together to "shower" Selena with love ! Selena and Chad's little baby boy, is due to be born in June and so many people want to share their happiness for them. So many fun little (and big) details made the shower so special !

Baby "M"'s nursey has a beach theme...and that was reflected in the sweet book mark specially made for all who shared this day with Selena...

Sweet gifts

Ashley had everyone laughing as she read the comments Selena made while opening her gifts..a little emphasis, a little /lot of humor.

Niece, Madison was such a helper . Selena loved the poem that Madison wrote for her.

Yummy cake and beautiful flowers....

Just can't get enough of these two...so precious to see them enjoying this special day together !

A picture of the photographer extraordinnaire ! You usually find Jeana BEHIND the camera, but today we had to get a picture of this beautiful girl celebrating with Selena! Thank you for sharing your talents, we will be enjoying your pictures of this day for a very long time !

Sister Christina and her girls, Angel and Madison. Niece Avrey was participating in a Girl Scout event and sent her love. Future babysitters ?

All these long time friends and sister, Christina made Selena's shower a special celebration, filled with personal tributes and made this a day that she will remember always !!

On my way to see ....

and enjoy some time with...

to share this fun and wonderful time...

to dream about..

the beautiful days ahead..

when they will be a family...

of three...... we all are so happy for them !

Reasons to celebrate

Today is a very special day in my life...... no, it's not thanksgiving day, but it's a day that I like to think about all the GREAT people who have influenced me, shared with me, loved me, and have comforted me! It is my birthday and yes, I've had SEVERAL, but I never tire of celebrating my day this way. Of course, my mom and dad are on my mind....I think about the young parents that they were when they had me. The love that I always felt from them, even today they're just a thought away. My Rick......the love of my life! Growing up together in many ways ! Just trying to keep up with him keeps me on my toes. Making a family together , is really all the "gifts" I ever could have wanted...Chad, and Missy, I cherish all the lessons I continue to learn from you by being lucky enough to be your mom! Thank you too for bringing Selena and Jason into my life ! GRANDBABIES...oh my..I feel like my heart is ready to "BURST" ! Such wonderful times ahead !!

Friends.....well, I TRULY have been blessed ! Diana...who gives freely and with all her heart...and her family....Debbie, quiet lessons , quick to hug and listen...

A favorite birthday memory to share: long before the days of precious little notes and pictures from Chad and Missy when they were little, I have a special birthday memory. It was my 21st birthday and my brother, Ryan (16 yrs old at the time), wanted to take me out for a special birthday dinner. He had just gotten his drivers license, had his first job and had saved $ for this special dinner. He took me out for Lobster dinner, ordered my first drink . It was a memorable birthday, one that still brings a big smile to my face all these years later!

So today, my day is filled with gifts of many wonderful memories ,and thoughts of all the people who continue to make my life a very blessed one ! I have so many REASONS to be so happy on my birthday!

Life is good

What a lucky guy I am ! I LOVE travelling with my mommy and daddy. Guess what...we're off to a Chiropractic seminar in .........Orlando, Fla. DISNEY WORLD ! Yeah !

These menus can be so overwhelming .....

Mommy is so sweet..she brought me to some meetings...I started listening really well to the speaker, but really, I just wanted to snuggle my mommy! She's the best speaker and best chiropractor along with my daddy! I'm so proud of them !

Oh my goodness...Daddy time is always awesome! Daddy is so fun to be with ! He bought me this cool inflatable ring to float around in ! I LOVE it !

Orlando was awesome....I made it home just in time to celebrate my 6 month birthday. Can

you tell that I love hats? I also love this pillow that my Gebbie made to match my awesome favorite blanket made by Gebbie and my MeMe , Diana !! Life is good !!

The final "push" before baby "M"

Dad/Papa Rick is in Tulsa, finishing the bathroom for Chad and Selena. A last project or big "PUSH" to be completed before Baby "M" makes his big debut in June . Selena picked out some beautiful tile and Rick started with the demolition phase. Chad started a new schedule at work, so his time to help has been limited but every chance he has, his hands are right in there helping. The tub is OUT and a walk in shower will be a big change.

After a dusty, messy beginning, the slate is clean and the construction phase is about to begin.

As Selena said when she sent this picture, "No butts about it" , it's hard work and there's lots to be done. Great friend , Jeremy was able to help Rick when Chad needed to go to work. Thanks Jeremy, you are awesome !

A wall and door and a wall are added for privacy, then the carpet will be out, new tile floor added along with a new vanity. A great new bathroom, updated and bright and beautiful ! Then the next "addition" will be the greatest yet......Baby "M" will arrive before long.....and we just can't wait !!!

Oh Boy, THIS boy !!!

Oh boy, THIS boy.......Really, I don't know where to start ! He isn't my blood, but I , like SO many, LOVE him ! The smile, that special little GLOW ! It's his HUGE, loving heart that seems to just grab you ! Oh, and not to mention his beautiful eyes ! He has such COMPASSION and understanding way beyond his years. He just seems to KNOW when someone needs a hug, needs their hand held . I've heard it said, many times, that "children are a gift from God". Well, HE definitely IS, and I thank God for him today and every day ! Oh, and thank you too to Cyle, Bridget and Meme and family ! He is such a joy ! Oh boy, THIS boy is Cayden ! And he truly is a gift to all who is fortunate enough to meet him !! He has captured my heart !