Cardiology visit





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Natalie said…
Hi, my name is Natalie, I just recently started following your blog and its really amazing how strong you are. I wish the best for your family. These pictures are soo cute! BTW.. I never really spoke to you but I worked at Fitness Works Kidzone in 2007 and I used to watch Benson when he was way little.
August 25, 2009 at 1:19 PM
Auburn said…
That little Bela is too cute. Good to see you at Ann's yesterday. I am SO happy about Bela's good report!
August 25, 2009 at 1:36 PM
Stu and Angie Milne said…
i love her little person-ness! and her "bebee" haha. she is precious.
August 25, 2009 at 1:58 PM
Unknown said…
OHhhhhhh, those pictures just melted me! I love Belinha. She's my hero. She makes me smile and brings a tear to my eye all at the same time. And I love her mommy for taking such good care of her. She's the sweetest little person and her mommy is a close second!
August 25, 2009 at 2:18 PM
emcghee said…
Ave, man she is getting "older" looking. It really is so lame that I never see you guys. Your kids don't even know me. She is beautiful.
August 25, 2009 at 3:55 PM
The Simmons Family said…
Cute pics!! Seriously, Bela looks the same size as Owen. I'm anxious to see a food journal because I need some inspiration. Owen eats ANY variety of foods, but I don't know how to push him or if I can. I'm a sucker. :(
August 25, 2009 at 9:43 PM
Matt and Jennae Porter said…
Ohhh, these pictures and your last post made me so happy! Bela is such a doll... being so good for all her Dr's appointments. I guess she has never known anything else, but seriously, what little toddler is that well behaved?!! We can't wait to see her (and all of you) next month.
August 26, 2009 at 8:12 AM
Laura said…
I'm a total blog stalker. Sorry.
I just wanted to say what a beautiful little girl you have. Of course you already knew that :)
August 26, 2009 at 10:01 AM
Melodie said…
Love the new pics! she's such a little cutie, I especially love she's hugging her little dolly. Precious. Great cardiologist report! Keep up the good work little Bela! :)
August 29, 2009 at 1:57 PM
Dennison Family said…
I'm so glad things went well! That is GREAT! Her pictures are so cute too. I'm so glad you got good news. Good luck on the feeding. I'm sure she will do great!!
August 30, 2009 at 1:19 PM
Kristy Sola said…
Bela is sooo stinkin cute, I cant help but smile everytime I see that sweet little face of hers.
August 31, 2009 at 7:50 PM
Cason and Marie said…
she is so cute! I love how content she is. Such a precious girl! We miss you guys!
September 2, 2009 at 11:42 AM
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