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#IPPP: The Nephew…

So my “annual” birthday post dedicated to my nephew and all of his cuteness is almost a month overdue. Eh, when you’re in a blog-writing-rut… sometimes you just have to pull yourself out and THEN post about your favorite things.

Here’s a few of my favorite memories I’ve captured with him over the past couple of months. (Since I got my new iPhone!) :)

Playing with the iPad is always lots of fun… especially when you hit it against Auntie Juju’s wishes.

Being at the playground is lots of fun!

Sometimes an impromptu session of “Ring around the Rosy” is necessary…

…as is a special concert of “Twinkle Twinkle Little Star”.

It’s hard to keep playing so much, so sitting down is the next logical choice.

And there is NOTHING better than playing with the Grandpas!!

Whether it’s wagon rides, wearing their boots, racing through the house, playing memory…

…or horsey rides!

And when the day is just about over, it’s time to take a break, put your feet up and read for a bit.

Happy belated birthday buddy… can’t believe you’re 2 already! :)

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This is linked up with iPhone Photo Phun at Belle Bean Chicago Dog & Taming Insanity.

iPhone Photo Phun

#iPPP: Halloween cuteness…

I didn’t dress up for Halloween this year. In fact, I did my typical hide-in-the-house-hoping-the-kids-don’t-come-knocking act. After all, I am apparently the epitome of friendliness with my neighbors. (Yes, that sentance may have been dripping with sarcasm.)

But I did venture out to my brother’s house to see my 21-month-old soccer player nephew. And boy was he WOUND UP. And apparently he hadn’t had any candy yet. Yikes.

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My lil buddy and brother (the referee… although the stripes fell off his shirt… so I’m not sure how good of a referee that makes him.)

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And of course lil buddy had to show me his soccer moves. Should I be worried that he only kicks with his left foot?

How was your Halloween?

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This is linked up with iPhone Photo Phun at Belle Bean Chicago Dog & Taming Insanity – and with Boo! in the Blogosphere with Four Plus an Angel & Sellabitmum.

iPhone Photo Phun   

To my papa…

Last night I went to my cousin’s wedding. It was beautiful and perfect. She and her new husband looked amazing, so happy, and I wish them all the best as they begin their new life together.

During the traditional Father-Daughter dance, my cousin had chosen a beautiful song by Natalie Grant called “Always Be Your Baby”. It was everything in me not to cry at the lyrics. (My uncle really didn’t stand a chance of not crying as he danced with his daughter. It was beautiful.)

So in honor of Father’s Day today I want to share the song and lyrics with all of you as well.

And to my Big Papa…

I have seen the look of the pride on your face as I have graduated both high school and college. With every exam to further my career, the pride was evident. I can see your love for me with so many things that I do.

I can only hope and pray that someday I get to see the look in your eyes as you have the privilege of walking me down the aisle.

I love you dad. This is for you.

Julie

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Always Be Your Baby
by Natalie Grant

You were my first love, always there for me
You taught me how to walk and how to dream
God gave me your eyes
But it was you who showed me how to see
Now I can stand on my own
But I know that you’ll never let go

I’ll always be your baby
No matter how the years fly by
The way you love me made me
Who I am in this world
I’m a woman now, not a little girl
Wherever this life takes me
I’ll always be your baby

You are my hero and that will never change
You still can dry my tears with just a smile
The one I’ve leaned on
From my first steps to walking down the aisle
Now there’s another man in my life
But I know by the look in your eyes

I’ll always be your baby
No matter how the years fly by
The way you love me made me
Who I am in this world
I’m a woman now, Not a little girl
Wherever this life takes me
I’ll always be your baby

Your faith, your love
And all that you believe
Have come to be the strongest part of me
And I will always be your baby

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Song by Natalie Grant
Video/Music from YouTube
Lyrics from Christian Lyrics Online

Hey Little Man…

You entered this world one year ago at this time.

Two hours later your daddy called me as I laid awake in bed trying to figure out why I wasn’t sleeping so well. I knew it was him with news the moment the phone rang.

And he told me you were here. Alive and well. A little miracle. A little boy.

Happiness. Joy. Love. Smiles.

I didn’t sleep much the rest of the night. Mostly I laid awake wondering what you looked like.

And in astonishment that my little brother was a daddy.

In the last year we’ve watched you grow from someone to be held and cuddled with…

… To a little man learning your independence.

You may not recall the one (and only so far) time I watched you as all you did was cry… so I haven’t watched you (alone) since. You really did scare me.

But I’m happy to say that I’ve seen less tears from you recently and more of these happy smiles.

Happy Birthday Lil Buddy.

Love you always, Love you forever.

Auntie Julie

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