Happy Holidays!

I managed to capture a few pictures of Gracie over the Thanksgiving holiday. It is rare that she will allow me to take her picture, but luck was on my side...plus, she thought she could open one Christmas present if she smiled for the camera :-) The last picture was taken today...Mommy is getting ready for Mia's arrival, and packing a bag to be prepared this time around. Gracie felt the need to pack her own little bag when it comes "time", and I suppose she felt a guitar would come in handy! Enjoy the pics!

I passed!

I must share my news and excitement!  

After accumulating 3000 supervised hours, a long flight from Okinawa to Hawaii, many nights of studying, and a lot of unnecessary stress...I passed my licensing exam!  I am now officially a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker!  As a result, I am now free to practice on my own, I received a nice raise at work, and I no longer have to stress about traveling and passing the exam!  

Thank you to all of you who encouraged me and reassured me that I could do it!  I just can't wait to return to Hawaii for a much needed vacation.  By the looks of things...It might be a while for that one :-)

Baby bump...34 weeks

Here are the most recent baby bump pics. I am finally at 34 weeks and feeling great! With the exception of the occasional kick in the side/ribs/bladder, I can't complain! Crazy to think Gracie was born at 36 weeks...who knows when Mia will decide to make her debut! We will keep you posted!

Marine Corps Ball 2008

This year Mike and I attended the MACS-4 Marine Corps Ball. It was exactly like last years ball except I look like a mini version of a Beluga whale :-) I wasn't left with too many options for a gown that would actually fit around my big belly! Thanks mom for helping out with that one!

We had a really great night, and it was fun to finally meet all the guys in Mike's new command. Below is a picture of all the Marines in Mike's shop...as you can tell...they were all having a pretty good time.

The big sister!

Below are some recent pictures of Gracie preparing for her role as the "big sister." Gracie takes this role quite seriously and has been practicing everyday to refine her big sister skills. Enjoy!