Oh yeah, Fave Auntie status all sewn up here! ROTFL!! Good work Felix.
(Holly, you’re next on my list)
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Felix Visits Auntie Daria!!
September 11, 2009A girly room for Little Miss
May 12, 2009Our Little Miss isn’t home with us quite yet, but thanks to my “Wonder” sis-in-law Liz she has a gorgeous girly room to come home to! I commissioned my talented sis to create an original quilt for Little Misses room (little did I know that she would plan much much more!!). Liz not only created a drool worthy quilt with such stunning details I can hardly stop looking at it, but she also added all of the finishing touches for me including drapery, pillowcases, bedskirt, and three darling little accent birds! The entire ensemble is created with Darla Fabrics from Tanya Whelan’s line, I’m such a fan of Tanya and when I saw the Darla Fabric I knew it had to find a home in my sweetie’s new room.
I can’t take credit for any of it!! LOL! The only thing I did was pick fabric and let Liz’s imagination flow, and boy did it. I’m not sure I can ever properly convey how totally blessed I feel to have a haven for our Little Miss to come home to. Liz is truly one of a kind, and I totally scored in the sister-in-law department. I doubt that many people would give so willingly of their time and talents, but she did this all while expecting a new baby of her own later this month. Liz I can’t rave enough or thank you enough!
**This quilt is a One of a Kind creation for my little one, but Liz has designed a baby blanket version that she is giving away on her blog! That’s right GIVING AWAY!!!! Scoot on over to her blog for full details of how you can win your very own Lizzy Anne Quilt (+ patterns from Tanya Whelan herself too!!) 
Why you DON’T want us to Draw your Name for Christmas
December 17, 2008
Each year, Nathan’s siblings and spouses draw names for who we will gift on Christmas. This year we drew Conor and Katie who just recently headed back to Denver for school. My intentions were to get together their gifts far in advance to send back with them in their car, well that didn’t happen. So, after much hoopla I finally took their parcel to the UPS outlet last night. As the girl was helping me at the computer she gulped and said “are you ready?”, “hit me with it!” I said.
The parcel was going to cost over $200 to get to them in time for Christmas Day!! I broke into tears right in the middle of UPS, seriously, real tears. There is no way that I could afford that much to send a box, I was so upset because having a gift ON the special event day is very important to me. I was just so crushed. I opted for the cheaper $60 option to get it to them by Dec.29th, but the guilt has been eating me alive. I just can’t stomach that they are so far from home, with only a few little presents to unwrap, and no family near by. They deserve better and I totally dropped the ball. Conor and Katie, we love you guys and I’m so sorry that your gifts won’t be there for Christmas morning. I hope you will both be comforted knowing that next year another sibling couple will take good care of you two!!
Look Who’s Joining Our Family
December 8, 2008
Here is our sweet little girl that will soon be joining our family! We spent the bulk of this past weekend with her, visiting, dancing and playing. The boys got to meet Little Miss for the first time and it went very well. They can’t wait to take her home and either can I! Our paperwork is in, the case worker is totally onboard, and given us the green light to bond with her to our hearts content. What joy!! Isn’t she adorable??
I’ll share more details as I’m able to over the coming weeks. We get to spend loads of time with her over the holidays and on Christmas Day!
Details I can share are that she is 18 months old, loves to dance, has darling natural curly ringlet hair. We’re so blessed!!
I Made Fudge
November 27, 2008
Today I am feeling a bit more perky and like myself. I got dressed today, and decided to make fudge with the little boys. They were home today so it was a great opportunity to do a fun and easy kitchen project with them – and there’s nothing like chocolate to lift your spirits right?!
Noah and Brigs were totally into it and asked if we could make fudge everyday. I’m sure they will help me make several pans that I have planned to give away in the coming weeks. Once Dylan arrived home I heard an audible “MMMMM!!!” from the kitchen – then I heard “This is THE BEST fudge Mom!”. I’m glad he came home to a special treat today.
My Noah is 4!
November 18, 2008The day finally arrived, despite my denial my little Noah has turned 4 years old today! Wow, I can’t believe how quickly the time has flown by. It seems like yesterday he was my tiny little newborn baby in NICU with tubes to help him breathe. Once he arrived home from the hospital I snuggled him up and remember just wanting to be alone with him, to cherish his preciousness. I felt so blessed that he was healthy enough to come home, and I don’t think I’ve let go of him since. He’s just my little miracle boy, full of smiles and funny expressions, sweet sounds and magical big brown eyes.
These days Noah loves to pretend he is Indiana Jones or Batman, loves anything and everything his big brothers are interested in, and still loves to cuddle up with Mommy. I honestly can’t picture my life without this little man.
Today for his Birthday I’m hoping to take him outside for some pictures. I’ll share them later. Happy Happy Birthday Noah-boah, Mommy loves you more than you’ll ever know!
You Might Be The Hero in This Story!!
November 12, 2008
This is Marielle. She is the beautiful teenage daughter of Lisa, a dear friend of mine. Marielle desperately needs a kidney transplant, unfortunately finding a match for Marielle is extremely difficult. Her mother is one of the most generous, kind and talented people I have ever known. I know the agony of seeing her daughter in constant pain is tearing her apart, and the fact that she is unable to donate her own kidney to Marielle must be sorrowful for her. Lisa is exhausting each and every possibility as the ultimate advocate for her daughter’s care. Her bravery in this situation is awe-inspiring to me in every way.
Please help to save Lisa’s daughter and consider being a living kidney donor. Here is how you can help. Prayers are also much appreciated for Marielle and her family.
Where is that girl?
October 17, 2008Wondering why I haven’t written lately? Well it might be due to the lame birthday I just barely experienced, causing me to go into a state of shock/coma. I’m NOT embracing the new number that signifies my worldy experience, but I will definitely embrace any comments from people saying that I look WAY WAY younger than my age.
Gal to Gal Virtual Walk – Tribute to Dorit
October 17, 2008
“To our dear friends -
It is with great sadness that I must let you know that our Gal to Gal Foundation President, Dorit Shapiro, lost her brave battle to Stage IV breast cancer yesterday. For those of you who have not had the pleasure of meeting Dorit – I can tell you that she was an incredible woman who believed passionately in the purpose behind the Gal to Gal Foundation.
As you may know, this year’s virtual walk hopes to raise $250,000 by asking each and every one of us to take 5 minutes and $5 and go to www.galtogalwalk.org and create your virtual walker. It is our hope to grant hundreds of wishes for Stage IV breast cancer patients and their families this holiday season. With your help we can!
Dorit’s wish was not for herself. It was that we make this goal and that no woman living with Stage IV should feel alone in this journey. Please join Dorit’s virtual self and all of us today in her honor!
Here is a tribute to Dorit where you can listen to her own words spoken 1 week ago (!) as we kicked off this event. Unfortunately after this speech she took a turn for the worst. She will be missed by her family and friends very much! Dorit just turned 38 years old with 2 daughters (ages 4 and 8). Please help us grant Dorit’s wish.
Watch now!
With hope in my heart!
Jeanne Fitzmaurice
Founder
Gal to Gal Foundation
Design-her Gals ”
**Join the Gal to Gal walk and Team up with Boutique Cafe! When you submit your virtual self as a walker, add Boutique Cafe as your team name!! Let’s all walk together and make Dorit’s dream come true! – Daria
Listen to my past interview with Jeanne Fitzmaurice from last year (episode #76) regarding the Gal to Gal virtual walk Here.
It’s a BOY!
April 13, 2007Ok so I’m sure you all gasped as that’s what the “Normal” thing to hear from me would be. However it’s not me that is expecting a baby but rather my sister in law Liz! After what sounds like a very cool ultrasound yesterday they have announced to the world that a new baby brother will be winging his way on stork airlines to big siblings Vienna and Evan. What a treat to hear someone other than myself announce that they are expecting a bundle in BLUE! LOL!!
Congratulations Kent and Elizabeth on your highly anticipated new bambino! I’ll be submitting my prized list of boy names with a “v” in them shortly. 
Now on to the arm twisting and total conspiracy to get me fat and bulgy. Apparently there is a secret campaign between Nicole and Liz to get me expecting this year – I clued into this plot when Nicole announced she would come to my house and punch holes in any condom she could find (Mom don’t read that line) . Then Liz followed up with her offer to make me a meal each week of my pregnancy if I would have another baby! So I ask you…what is the fascination with Daria getting pregnant? Am I that much fun to look at? I’m almost 100% convinced that I’m incapable of having a girl after having 4 boys. And more importantly, would you let Nicole into your homes now? ROTFL