Cute little devil and a question of the holidays

This is our adorable little niece Kioni in her Halloween costume. We just got this fun pic the other day and wanted to share it. Have you ever seen a cuter little devil? She is growing so fast and we don't see her as often as we would like. The holidays are coming so arrangements need to be made. Hmmm... will we be spending time in Houston or will the family be coming to central Texas? It is definitely time to start thinking about these things. So, Houston family, what is your vote?

Cutting Teeth

Savannah has been cutting her first tooth since Sunday and it is finally semi-visible enough for a picture to share. She is acting like a pro though and seems un-phased by the process. Michael and I can only pray that she will handle all future teething so well.

A Historic Moment

Wow, how cool to think that in our lifetime we are witnessing such an amazing event that someone so out of the "mold" has been elected as President of the USA. We are excited. We are hopeful. And we are praying for our nation to change for the better so that Savannah and all of our posterity will have a brighter future.

Whatever the outcome...

For those of you that haven't voted, no matter who you support, I do hope that you exercise your right to vote tomorrow. Living in a democratic country is really a blessing and to participate is an honor even if it means adding a little extra stress to your day tomorrow.

So on the eve of election day, I must say that I am sooooo very grateful that Williamson County had early voting options! We were so lucky that polls were open for ten days which included one full weekend. So instead of stressing over whether I would make it in time to participate in this important presidential election, I was able to visit a local polling center during my lunch hour last week and complete the process in less than fifteen minutes. It was convenient. It was stress-free. It was exhilerating because I believe that every time that I vote I am participating in making history and I know that every vote counts. It's true that our blog has sported pictures and a banner in support of Obama and I am hopeful for change that he can bring as president. But whatever the outcome of the elections I feel at peace in my participation.... I enjoyed voting in the Democratic primary, participating in the county Democratic convention (Savannah was 2 weeks old, so she went along too), meeting other folks in the area with similar ideals, talking to others about my support and defending my candidate, and especially electioneering by dressing Savannah in campaign gear! So whatever the outcome of tomorrow's election results, I hope you all have enjoyed this process as much as I have.

Savannah's Moves

While Daddy watched the Cowboys game tonight Savannah showed off some of her moves. We can't believe how fast she is growing up. She's amazing and such a blessing to us. We thought that we would share a few videos to make you smile as well. Here she is doing her inchworm crawl to get Tootsie.

She can stand up all by herself.

And here she is cruising along the ottoman trying to get the camera.

Still to come on another day - Savannah's dance moves. :)

National Blogging Month

Rumor has it that November is Nat'l Blogging month, so I am gonna do my best to post every day. That is the goal, we'll see how it goes. Are you up to the challenge too?

The cutest little witch ever

PS. Thank you Sister St Claire for the fun Halloween headband and treats.