School

Ruby started school. I cried, but she has been so excited. Especially to ride the bus!!! Here at Ft. Rucker they have a Pre-K program, the bus picks them up and drops them off and Ruby just couldn't be happier. We are excited to see what this school year has in store for her. I just can't believe she is old enough to go to school all by herself. What a big girl!













Ruby getting off the bus after her BIG first day!



Can you even believe how cute this backpack is?

Clint and I have a new obsession.... The Hunger Games. It is all we can think about. This is the first book in a series of three. We read the first two books in a week and now we are impatiently waiting for the third and final book to be released on the 23rd of this month. Unfortunately for me Clint will be gone at that time and unreachable, but he has made me promise to wait and read it with him when he gets home. I'm not sure if I can do it. The night after we finished reading the second book "Catching Fire" Clint said I kept talking about it in my sleep. I am telling you....you become obsessed. Let me know if any of you read them.

stitches

Today Ruby was trying to be real tricky at the pool and it didn't end so well.



She was such a big girl and even told Clint that she would be brave and wouldn't cry if he would just hold her. She was true to her word and did such a great job. Clint and I couldn't believe what a trooper she was.



And this is the finished product.

new blog

While wasting time on the internet, I came across the cutest blog such pretty things. It is filled with such great ideas and cute things. It has inspired me to keep my eyes open for anything. Hope you enjoy too.

the beach

For my birthday we headed to the beach again. I love being able to go there so quickly! We went to a state park beach that was really calm, it was perfect for Ruby. We snorkeled a bit and just played in the water. We also went to dinner with some friends, then hit up the mini golf! It was a fun day, and nice to spend my birthday with Clint, since he was gone last year.

happy birthday Ruby girl

Ruby turned 4 on July 5th (I know... I'm behind on my posting of this wonderful event) However I have been a bit busy with the move and unpacking...
So we celebrated Ruby's bday with my family before we moved. I love the look on her face when the cake is in front of her, What Joy!!!!! I was so glad she got to celebrate with family, I was worried she would miss everyone on her actual birthday and I was feeling so guilty for ripping her away from everyone.

However, the day of her bday we went to the beach.... and she loved it! She wants to go everyday. It's so great... the beach is just an hour drive from our place in Alabama. We had a fun time playing in the sand and swimming in the waves. We are happy to finally be together as a family. Wha a great way to celebrate.

Mr.and Mrs. Rilloraza

Maren and Rex got marreid on June 26th. It was a beautiful day and they were very happy! Rex is an awesome guy! we are lucky to have him as part of our family! Congrats you two!

















And this is what I was busy doing during the festivities....
-Food
-Flowers
-Decorations
And much more...

ups & downs

This past week was a rough one. Clint was able to come home for ten days because we lost the baby. I was so glad to have him come home, but it was such a sad time, I feel like I was not able to take advantage of him being here. This has been such a hard time on our family, we worked so hard and spent so much time, effort, and money to get to this point, it has been devastating to know it is all over. Thanks to everyone for all of your thoughts. It is during time like these when you realize how many wonderful friends we truly have.

BIG NEWS!!!!!!

These are the two embryos that were transfered back into me on April 25th. It is crazy to think that we all started out this way.


And this is the picture from the ultra sound where I got to see one perfect little heartbeat. We finally did it!!!!!!!! We are having another baby!!! We really cannot believe it. It seems unreal right now, but we are so excited to finally add to our family. My amazing Nurse, Angie, says that this truly is a little miracle baby! It started out a bit sketchy and weak but is determined to come to our family. Thanks to everyone for your prayers and thoughts. We love you!!!!

Cousins

Ruby has had so much fun lately hanging out with her cousins a ton. We went to Las Vegas with Doug and Eve and Carlan and Sophia. We stayed in the most fabulous Resort. I kept forgetting we were in Vegas. The girls had so much fun in the sand and pool. We can't wait to go back and play.




Jopeph also came to visit us. Can you even believe how cute his little face is? I adore this kid, and Ruby has so much fun with him.