A long weekend so we had a Welcome Home celebration for Mark and his family. Grandma and Grandpa came in from Dallas to see Uncle Mark's family since they are officially moved back and Texans! We loved getting to see the girls and visit with Mark and Danielle. The girls were shy but warmed up quickly when we went swimming and had a yummy BBQ dinner. We are so blessed to have the family in one state now. Gabby will hopefully have a close relationship with all of her cousins.
Everyone knows that being a parent is full of sacrifices and some are more difficult than others. So far being a Mom I have "sacrificed" my skin thanks to stretch marks, my youthfulness, thanks to the worries that cause the new wrinkles I notice weekly, my pretty legs thanks to the varicose veins I received during pregnancy that never went away, the comfort of sitting thanks to the back pain I have had ever since pregnancy, a good night’s sleep, and the list goes on... However, none of these things truly feel like a sacrifice (although I do miss sleep and my non-damaged body) they are just part of being a mommy and I wouldn't trade parenthood for anything! Today, however, a very difficult sacrifice was made, although I know it was the only choice. Ranger, the dog Michael and I had for 7 ½ years, was given to a new home today. He bit Gabby on her head when she was about 9 months old and then about a week ago he nipped at her and unfortunately that was the last straw. M
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