End of Summer

Summer has come and gone, faster than we can say...Bailout. We had a wonderful summer with our daughters and are looking forward to even better Autumn ahead.
A new cousin joined our family, Luc Miguel Moreno, or Mini -Mike joined our life on 9/11/08 and he definitely is true to his name. Mike, Tony and Mini-Mike look so much alike, they are definitely Morenos.

I participated in the Heart Walk on 9/18/08 walking a mile and raising money for charity. I'd like to thank all those who sponsored me on my walk and my husband who was my inspiration for participating. Walking has become quite a chore this recent month, so this was a feat all on its own.

New baby is growing and is doing great. She is moving around and kicking like a professional soccer player. I can swear she does bicycle kicks in there. The monthly check up went great, and all is comfy and cozy as far as she is concerned. Carlos and I are yet to pick out a name. Maya has suggested Nemo (like the fish) only because its a girl, she's modified it to Nema. Maya is excited about her baby sister "hatching" on Christmas day. She can't wait for the day when she is able to see her baby sister and hold her. There is only 3 months until the due date, so I can't wait until the baby 'hatches' either.

Maya is a remarkable student, her vocabulary and social skills become more and more refined each day. She likes to read and tell stories and is rarely at a loss for words. She has started playing soccer and is really exercising her motor skills. We enjoy seeing her grow and become an intelligent and dynamic little girl.

Sofia is also advancing faster than she can say "uno...dos". She is now counting and can sing some songs. Her favorite is Old MacDonald. She has learned to say the names of all her daycare friends, but by far her favorite word is "MAYA" and "Mas". Little Baby amazes us daily with her new words and expressions. She's a bright and happy baby.

Carlos and I are truly blessed to have such wonderful little girls. (Feel free to remind me of this the next time they are screaming and crying) I can't imagine life without them.