This one’s for all the grandparents out there…
July 5th, 2008
Happy Independence Day! I hope all my fellow Americans had a fun holiday. And I hope the rest of you had a great Friday and that we are all looking forward to a relaxing weekend.
If you follow me on Flickr, you might have noticed I’ve been posting a lot of photos the last few days. That’s because my mom just went back home, and I know she always goes through Annalie withdrawal for a while. So I’m trying to ease the pain a little bit.
Of course, my mom’s not the only one who misses Annalie. I know her other grandparents wish they could see her more often, not to mention assorted aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends.
I guess what I’m saying is, one of the reasons I take so many photos is the same reason I started this blog: so family and friends can see what we’re doing in our day-to-day lives even if they live far away.
Since we moved recently and are missing our friends on the other end of the country I am happier than ever that I listened to Angella and Brenda and Heather, that I believed them when they said I would love blogging. I’ve had at least two of our Maryland friends tell me specifically that they enjoy reading (Hi, Sarah! Hi, Bek!) and are glad they have this way to keep in touch.
My friend Rachel commented once that she looks forward to reading my blog, and sometimes wishes I would blog more. That was one of the nicest comments I’ve ever got, and often when I start to think I’m posting too often I remember her comment and post again anyway.
Huh. I’ve rambled on a little bit and I don’t really know how to end this post. I guess that’s okay once in a while. It’s late and I’m tired. So I’ll just stick another photo at the end and call it a night.
July 5th, 2008 at 4:33 am
Yes Bethany, you are right…….we grandparents (and others) do need a “Annalie update” often on your blog. It brightens up our day and is the first thing I look for each morning. Annalie and her cousins, Brett and Leo, are all so special to me. Thanks for all the photos and comments.
July 5th, 2008 at 5:56 am
I’m glad you joined the posting madness :)
That second-last photo of her, where she’s looking to the side made me smile at her quirkiness. She looks adorable in the rest of them as well. Per usual :)
July 5th, 2008 at 7:26 am
I love Annalie’s 4th of July dress! I started blogging for the same reason, so that our far-flung family could keep up with us. It didn’t occur to me at the time, but I also love the record of what we’ve done - it replaces the diaries I stopped keeping after the kids were born very well.
July 5th, 2008 at 8:32 am
Hi! Im de-lurking to say i also enjoy your blog, and i don’t know any of you personally! You have such a delightful family and Annalie is just the cutest, funniest little girl. Your photos are great, they really capture the love of your family!!
Best of luck in Cali!
July 5th, 2008 at 9:22 am
Yes, I am missing you all very much.. but it really does help to see all the photos :-) I am glad that I can read all about your day to day life when I am not there to see it for myself! Have a great visit with SAJ and BabyBug! Tell them hi for me!
July 5th, 2008 at 12:20 pm
Very cute photos! I love how Annalie hams it up for the camera. :)
July 5th, 2008 at 6:11 pm
I always love stopping by your blog. You always seem to be having so much fun and everything that you share always makes me smile.
July 5th, 2008 at 9:02 pm
amazing photos. love them.
July 5th, 2008 at 10:36 pm
She’s beautiful. I love those pictures. You must be so proud… thanks for the smile, as always.
July 6th, 2008 at 1:03 am
I am so glad you started blogging too. You are so sweet and I love reading your posts and seeing your photos.
I would miss you if you didn’t post, please don’t stop!
July 6th, 2008 at 6:50 am
She’s so cute - she looks like she has a ton of personality. I started blogging on my current blog for the same reason, so my parents and grandmother can keep up with us. When I don’t post for a while, I usually get an email from them asking if I’m okay and when will the next update be. :)
July 6th, 2008 at 7:51 am
I love your blogs, Bethany, and read every single one (although sometimes I get a few days behind). I especially love your photography and it inspires me to take pictures of subjects I never thought of before. A tall glass of homemade lemonade is sounding mighty good right now…! Thanks!