She's a wild one with an angel's face




For the record... This is the screw that Bela decided to swallow one day a couple months ago. Actually, I'm pretty sure she just decided to suck on it for awhile, but fell down and it lodged in her throat, gagged and choked and scared me half to death before finally swallowing it. Many x-rays, days (5), and poopy diapers later, it finally came out.



A few days later, she decided to give herself a haircut. Good thing it resulted in an adorable short haired Bela, but she's wild all the same.


Oh Bela.. so glad you're mine!

Comments

vanessak said…
Oh man...you've got your hands full. It's funny to read this but I am sure you weren't laughing while you were dealing with it. Your kids are beautiful. Love the pics of everyone!
August 12, 2011 at 7:20 AM
Brooke and Brett Martin said…
Hi Milne's, Taylin and I just read Bela's story below for the first time (start to finish). We love seeing where she is at today, it's making us smile so much looking at the pictures. Congrats on beautiful Ruthie- what a doll face.
Thanks for sharing Bela's story so openly and letting us witness the little miracle she is. It strengthens our faith so much.
Taylin had heart surgery last summer, it makes her happy to see and hear of sweet Bela making it through all she has. ;)
Hugs to you and your darling growing family.
xoxo
August 14, 2011 at 8:10 PM
Tonya Chambers said…
Hi I am mommy to Aliyah Rayne Chambers 2 mo old with HLHS, and Turner's syndrome and would LOVE to chat with you to see if you would be willing to answer just a few questions I have. Seeing your beautiful girl gives us all the hope in the world, and it has been SO difficult for us lately. But with GOd's grace we still thrive. My # is 540-460-4028 if u could spare the time. GOD BLESS!!<3
August 15, 2011 at 5:28 PM
Cason and Marie said…
Oh, but she's so cute!!! And little Ruth is adorable. I just want to hold both of them! Hope you guys are doing well!
August 16, 2011 at 6:12 AM
Molly Wright said…
It's about time you posted some new stuff:) I'm glad to hear that Marky isn't the only wild one around. But I don't know if I believe you...she's an angel every time I see her!
August 18, 2011 at 10:55 PM
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