RIBEIRO

Is it bad that Nadia is only 4 weeks old and I'm already fretting about childcare for next September! I just found out what I thought was a sure thing for Jonas for preschool next September is actually NOT. For those that don't live here, the lower mainland is ridiculous for childcare...you basically have to just be thinking about wanting to be pregnant and you should already put your name down in a gazillion places if you're even thinking about going back to work. I'm not sure if our current childcare will be able to take both kids next fall. Why am I worrying about this now, why? Sorry for the venting.....this is when I really wish my family was closer. kay...thanks for letting me vent :(

We do have alot to be thankful for this Thanksgiving. Thankful for Mom who came and helped before and after Nadia was born. Thankful for all the prayers during the last 9 weeks of our pregnancy for a healthy baby. Thankful for a noneventful delivery of our beautiful and healthy baby girl. Thankful for a very understanding little boy who has accepted Nadia...so far! Thankful to Mom and Dad for taking Jonas early to Kelowna for a little extra attention from our extended family. Thankful for a wonderful visit with our family in Kelowna and being able to spend Thanksgiving with my parents ( it's been 10 years since I spent Thanksgiving with them!) We were able to take a four generation picture as well..pretty amazing! (This is neat: Nadia, Amanda, her mother Carol and Grandmother Lena are all 30 Years apart in age. )

I figure it's better to be short and sweet than not to put anything up at all! We have adjusted to our new family of four very well and still can't believe that we have our beautiful little girl! My parents have been such a HUGE help and we can't thank them enough for all their help! To get out the door before 10 am has been a challenge! But we're loving it! Jonas is loving his little sister and gives her "juicy kisses" whenever he sees her. He's also very concerned to know where she is at all times.