Thanks for checking in on us this week. I started Happy Friday to show pics of Hazel and her sweet smile to the world. I love sharing it with you.
Now I share pics of Nola, maybe she's smiling, maybe she's not, only to put a smile on YOUR faces. They both certainly make us smile.
Hope it works. Have a great weekend!!!
Ok... I promise I actually plan on addressing Down Syndrome Awareness Month on the blog. I even have the post almost ready - HA. This week kinda got away from me blog-wise. The nesting however, has become more of a full-on, panic stricken, burning the wick at both ends kind of event around here. And I'm not going to pretend for one second that there have not been "throw your hands in the air and give up" meltdowns and evenings full of feelings of defeat and despair - #keepinitrealyall. Onward, I see the light people. We are close.
In other Friday business...
THIS PIC. This pic has got to be one of my favourites.
I know this smile, this very specific expression, so well. How unbelievable to know another human soul? Without question or doubt, to be able to interpret the slightest head tilt or upturned angel of the lip. I see this same look on her face so often. Everyday.
This look is pure, unadulterated - Contentment.
She just is. She embraces the moment. She is present at all times. Everything is new and fun and gives her joy. This look is how I know my girl is doing just fine. This face is a little gift for me - reassuring ME and reminding ME that everything is just fine.
Here is where I find peace.
Happy Friday Everyone!!!! Let the "nesting-frenzy" continue...
Back to business as usual with a Happy Friday post!!! I am excited to start another year working on Chasing Hazel and quite literally "chasing Hazel!"
Thanks to all our readers and supporters, your love has gotten us through some very challenging and hopeless times over the past year. Your continued loyalty and support has made you all feel like a family. Please know that you are appreciated everyday. Also, feel free to comment on the blog, I would love to know your thoughts!!!
We are moving forward with peace in our hearts and excitement on our minds. You never know what 2013 will bring. I DO know that we have a few things planned that make my heart and mind feel balanced. Year 2 of continuing the Down Syndrome Awareness platform is very exciting. The first year brought so many opportunities, I can hardly wait for this next year!!!
I will keep you updated and included.
Happy New Year everyone!!!
Hi!!! (I wish I could use the 'wave' emoticon right here) So very kind of you to stop by and meet our little family. Prepare yourself to read about the daily shenanigans of living and loving life with Down syndrome. Oh - I should warn you - sometimes there's this neurotic women who takes control of this space and rants about the 2 tiny humans (ahem…terrorists) that are in current reign of the household. Join the chase!
