DarGracias

We took a plane ride (or four) to Ohio for Thanksgiving last month and had a great time! Noa got to meet Grandpa Fuller and see Grandma Phillips again. She also got to meet all her great-grandparents and many cousins and a even a couple of aunts! Soon after she was born, I began praying that this little girl would be a beacon of joy for anyone who crossed her path. Watching her interact with our family that week was a wonderful opportunity for us to thank God for his abundant grace. He has allowed us to have a child and given us a wonderfully supportive, Christ-following family in which to raise her.

The trip over and back was actually quite peaceful (thankfully!). We spent our layovers playing sudoku (Josh and I) and with toys (Noa), and napping (all of us). ;-)

Another thing I'm thankful for - The Sling. Sling was given to us by Grandma and Grandpa Hughes while I was pregnant. It has been in our family since day one. Sling has been a cross country, lakeside, airborne, off-road, on trail, lost then found, criss-crossed, shoulder worn, nursing cover, wallet-carrying life-saver for the last six months. We love you, Sling.

Noa getting fresh with Great Grandma Loomis and G-Grandma and Grandpa Fuller...

Having a slumber party with GG's Loomis

And crashing Grandma Phillip's pad...

This is a famous little rocking chair, that has hosted many a tiny bum. Every grandchild has had their photo taken in this chair at about age 1. Noa is six months shy, but we decided to go for a practice round...

I'm so glad our little girl isn't camera shy... Until next time, peace and joy everyone!
Love, Noa