Sweet Lauren

How can I write a post about this little girl without crying? I will give it a try:)

I came across a few fun pictures the other day of her and it really stopped my in my tracks to see how fast she is growing up. To back up a little, Lauren came into this world a little early. She was born at 34 weeks due to preeclampsia. It was a hard and difficult pregnancy but she was worth it! She weighed 5 pounds and 10 ounces. Our little bundle of joy quickly melted our hearts. When Lauren was 6 months old we moved to Iowa due to Casey's job. I knew nobody there but I had this precious little girl to keep me company. God's timing was right with her. He knew I would need her. Lauren is beautiful inside and out. She is gentle, loves with all of her heart, sometimes shy, crazy about animals, smart, a second mother to the boys (I have to reminder her who is the first mother), a good friend to have, beautiful, caring, stubborn at times, loves God and knows the importance of Him in her life, and everything a mom could ever want for in a daughter. Ok, that was hard to write this without boo-hooing! I just love her so much and everyday I thank God for her. We love you Lauren Nicolle!

A few fun nicknames for Lauren are: Tootie, La-la, Laureny, little Robin, and of course Big L.

Super Heroes to the rescue!

The 3L's decided to dress up as super heroes. Apparently there is a lot of crime fighting that needs to be done in the neighborhood! Two Halloweens ago the three of them wanted to be super heroes so when they told me their plans today I was expecting to see them come around the corner as Wonder Woman, Superman, and Batman. Nope, instead I got crazy hair hero who has special powers from her long hair, snake charmer who can hypnotize any creature to do whatever he wants them to, and wonder boy with a magic apron that helps him fly. Hmm......I think the world is much safer now with these new heroes! Maybe not. ha!

A brother from another Mother!

Look at these two! Don't they look like brothers? Meet Landry Pierce Reed and Walker Reed Pierce. ha! These two not only look alike but share the same loves in life. Pixar cars, Thomas the train, slithering creatures, red and pink starburst only, the need for speed on their bikes, etc. They are two peas in a pod I tell you. I swear Walker is a brother from another mother! Speaking of his mother, here is his beautiful mom Mindy. One of my dearest, fun friends. Maybe we are long lost sisters who share the same DNA and that is why our kids look alike? Wishful thinking:) Anyway, I had to post a picture of these two. We love Walker Reed Pierce like he was truly one of our own. Check out Mindy's blog to see the rest of her beautiful family! http://mindyloves.blogspot.com/