Happy Birthday..."Punky"

Kelsey turned 17 on April 23rd. She earned the nickname "Punky" when she was a little girl because of the way she insisted on dressing and also because of her little attitude she had/has.
Kelsey,
*I love that you are very giving.
*I love that you love all.
*I love that you speak your mind. I never have to guess how you are feeling or what's on your mind. You've always been that way.
*I love your sense of humor.
*I love that you are not afriad to try new things..even when you are afraid of the new things your trying. Does that make sense? Okay, maybe not...let me back up...I can't believe you are going to raise chickens even though you are afraid of them..way to go, Sweetie.
*I love how kind you are to your brothers and sisters.
*I love that you are so willing to help.
*I love that you are always smiling.
*I love that you drive :)
*I love seeing the love that you have for Special Olympics.
*I love the you love to volunteer.
*I love your strong will.
*I love that you know what you want.
*I love your confidence.
*I love your silliness.
*I love the pizza you and Dad make every Sunday. :)
*I love seeing the love you have for your friends.
*I love that you make the best of everything.
and to change this up a bit I would like share what I have learned from Kelsey ..
She has taught me to love unconditionally, to laugh everyday, to be friends with everyone, to step out of my comfort zone sometimes, and friends really don't care if my house is a mess.
I love you. Happy Birthday..Punky.

Happy Birthday...Sis

How fun it is to have someone to share a birthday with. Happy birthday, Sis. I love you. You are an amazing example to me and to my kiddos. I have learned so much from you and I am so very proud of you. I guess it wouldn't make too much sense if I said I wanted to be just like you...because..well, we are twins, but guess what??? I do want to be just like you. :)
Happy Birthday. Thanks for the believe picture and the purse. It was time I stopped using the diaper bag as my purse. I was looking a bit strange walking around with the diaper bag even when I left Josie at home...:) Now, I have to try to not make my purse the diaper bag...hummmmm..that could prove to be tough!

My Roly Poly

Josie's appt in March with Shriners went well. She is doing great. She still needs to wear her brace/boots at night and during one nap. She will return in 6 months. You've got to love those legs! This picture was taken when she had to wear the brace for 23 hours everyday, It's one of my favorites. My sweet little Roly Poly!!

My Dad and Gracie

Gracie enjoying some "PaPa time". I think Papa got an ear full. She talked to him forever!! She had some pretty important things to share. She is a chatterbox that is for sure.