Blessings

Wow, where does the time go? The Giles home was filled with family and friends this past weekend, for Hannah's blessing.

4/10 - Grandma Buggy (aka Mom) was able to fly out a few days early and spend some time with the kids, and meet Hannah. Aside from the blizzard-like weather, we had a great time. Of course, Grandma came bearing gifts :) (which the kids loved by the way - thanks!) One of the gifts was this really cool paint set (really cool because it isn't messy!) and some stamps. Boy, they had some fun with those. They really liked Grandma helping them and making some of her own pictures. I really enjoyed watching them with Grandma.

4/12 - Papa (aka Dad) as well as Grandpa and Grandma Giles (Tracy's parents) arrived. Great Uncle Gene and Aunt Luise also joined us for lots of visiting and food. We had Hawaiian Haystacks (Tracy's favorite), and just had a good time. I really missed the family and it was sure nice to be around everyone. Thanks for taking the time to come up and visit!

4/13 - We did it! We made it to church on time, actually we were early - for 9am church - imagine that! You all know how much of an accomplishment it is for me to be on time to anything, and that's with Trent being sick (later we found out he had step throat, poor guy, he was such a trooper, he didn't want to miss anything) But, I must admit, we had a few extra hands helping the kids get ready (thanks mom and dad).

Hannah's blessing was special and sweet. I couldn't help but get a little teary-eyed as Tracy said her name... My heart is full. We are truly blessed to have such a sweet spirit join our little family. She is well worth the wait. Sometimes I have to pinch myself, it is just amazing to look at our kids and know that they are forever...I am grateful.

Hannah Marie Giles

Family picture time!

Grandparents too!
Our friends, the Lucas family were able to drive down from WY!

After church, we all gathered back at the house and had some good lunch (thanks mom). We were able to visit while the kids played. Thanks to Rich and Rhonda for making the drive and staying for while. It was a blast.

Then I drove mom and dad back to the airport. The visit was way too short and I wished that they could have stayed longer, but I will take what I can :) Anyway, there is comfort in knowing that I will see them in a few months :)

4/14 - Tracy's parents were able to stay until Tuesday morning, so we decided to go to Manitou Springs. It's a cute little town about 25 minutes south of here. We ate at a place called Stage Coach Inn, which had pretty decent food. We also looked around in all the shops. Grandma bought the kids some "bear poop" candy, which they got a kick out of. We had planned to go to the penny arcade that has all sorts of old fashioned games to play, but we had to pick the one day they were closed. But the kids had fun anyway. The weather was great for a change, and I enjoyed just walking around and being outside.

4/15 - By Tuesday afternoon, the house was quiet, maybe too quiet. Everyone had left and it was back to just me and the kids, while Tracy was at work. But it gave me time to reflect how grateful I am for family and friends to share our lives with. We are blessed.