Monday, January 19, 2009
Update in 09...
Hello Everyone,
So I know that it has been a while since my last post, BUT much has happened since my last post. The Garris family has survived a vicious battle with the flu that knocked out all three of us and unfortunately put me in the emergency room to get medical help. If I had to relive the expereince of the past week- it will be way too soon...It started with Ava, went to me, and attacked Corey ...we are still slowly recovering. Today was the first day that any of us had any real food other than crackers, ginger ale, and soup...In the midst of our sickness our washing machine decided to take a turn for the worse...(very in-opportune time to stop working!)...You can imagine what that meant for soiled sheets and clothes throughout the house...of course I will spare you the rest of the details. Luckily for us, we have some incredible friends that took me to the hospital, nursed us back to health, and washed all of our soiled laundry...the Ewanow family is a true blessing from the Lord to us...
This all after returning from the longest road trip of all of our lives...as we logged over 2,000+ miles on our trek to Minnesota and Nebraska to spend with friends and family. We enjoyed every minute...and were so sad to leave wherever we went. Much laughter, and much kindness was shown throughout our trip. The weather was perfect, the FOOD WAS AMAZING...and Ava bonded and loved on all of her family the entire time. She had some serious withdrawl returning home and settling back into a routine. She even yelled "Ga-Pa" the first day back into our home...looking for her Grandpa to play with...too cute...and so sweet. She can kiss like a champ now...smacking sounds and all. Titi Lisa taught her how to...and she has since thrown them out to everyone as she shows affection often. I am going to be attemtping to post some of the shots we took by trip, as well as some video footage...so please feel free to take your time...there is much to see and enjoy...(Of course I know that many of you that will take the time to see the videos, etc. must really love us! HA!)
God was faithful to us the entire trip...There are many things that we will miss in no particular order- and non-inclusive:
1. Ava kissing Titi Lissy...
2. Gabe and Ava screaming throughout the house playing...
3. Corey and Gabe kung-fu fighting (while Gabe was naked as a j-bird)
4. Grandma and Grandpa Garris having a ball downstairs in the basement playing.
5. Aunt Mae Mae and Ava on the carousal...(as Ava looked perturbed...)
6. Eating incredible food and gaining 5 pounds...
7. Spending time with old friends, and friends we never get to see...(Thanks Kampmann's for the perfect stay in Iowa!)
8. Getting lots of cool presents...and thoughtful presents.
9. Eating Valentino's pizza (A Corey fav)
10. Watching the Cornhusker's win in the home state of Nebraska (something Corey never gets to see in Ohio..)
Much Love,
Cyndia for Corey and Ava
So I know that it has been a while since my last post, BUT much has happened since my last post. The Garris family has survived a vicious battle with the flu that knocked out all three of us and unfortunately put me in the emergency room to get medical help. If I had to relive the expereince of the past week- it will be way too soon...It started with Ava, went to me, and attacked Corey ...we are still slowly recovering. Today was the first day that any of us had any real food other than crackers, ginger ale, and soup...In the midst of our sickness our washing machine decided to take a turn for the worse...(very in-opportune time to stop working!)...You can imagine what that meant for soiled sheets and clothes throughout the house...of course I will spare you the rest of the details. Luckily for us, we have some incredible friends that took me to the hospital, nursed us back to health, and washed all of our soiled laundry...the Ewanow family is a true blessing from the Lord to us...
This all after returning from the longest road trip of all of our lives...as we logged over 2,000+ miles on our trek to Minnesota and Nebraska to spend with friends and family. We enjoyed every minute...and were so sad to leave wherever we went. Much laughter, and much kindness was shown throughout our trip. The weather was perfect, the FOOD WAS AMAZING...and Ava bonded and loved on all of her family the entire time. She had some serious withdrawl returning home and settling back into a routine. She even yelled "Ga-Pa" the first day back into our home...looking for her Grandpa to play with...too cute...and so sweet. She can kiss like a champ now...smacking sounds and all. Titi Lisa taught her how to...and she has since thrown them out to everyone as she shows affection often. I am going to be attemtping to post some of the shots we took by trip, as well as some video footage...so please feel free to take your time...there is much to see and enjoy...(Of course I know that many of you that will take the time to see the videos, etc. must really love us! HA!)
God was faithful to us the entire trip...There are many things that we will miss in no particular order- and non-inclusive:
1. Ava kissing Titi Lissy...
2. Gabe and Ava screaming throughout the house playing...
3. Corey and Gabe kung-fu fighting (while Gabe was naked as a j-bird)
4. Grandma and Grandpa Garris having a ball downstairs in the basement playing.
5. Aunt Mae Mae and Ava on the carousal...(as Ava looked perturbed...)
6. Eating incredible food and gaining 5 pounds...
7. Spending time with old friends, and friends we never get to see...(Thanks Kampmann's for the perfect stay in Iowa!)
8. Getting lots of cool presents...and thoughtful presents.
9. Eating Valentino's pizza (A Corey fav)
10. Watching the Cornhusker's win in the home state of Nebraska (something Corey never gets to see in Ohio..)
Much Love,
Cyndia for Corey and Ava
Tuesday, December 23, 2008
Santa Baby...
Ava's back pack...such a big girl!
Ava and her first baby doll.
Showing off her baby.
Our little santa bunny.
Ava and her full gear santa outfit...which she sported to church the next day.
Hello Everyone,
So we celebrated Christmas a little early with Abuelo and Abuela this weekend. Ava got a lot of fun presents...a tea set which she has yet to stop playing with, a sweet back pack, and her very first baby doll. She says the word baby so well now- and it is so sweet to hear. She cradles and kisses it often. Such a good little mommy...
Corey and I actually went on a little date this past friday...our good friend Christin took care of Ava, and Ava had such a good time that she wanted to leave with Christin! HA! So much for being missed!
I have been busy trying to prepare for our road trip- tons of packing still to do, and a lot more details to think up- but still trying to be calm...and at peace. The EXCITEMENT is just killing me though to see and spend time with family. We are set to head off to Indianopolis on Christmas Eve, and then head the rest of the way to Minnesota. Pray for good weather...it supposed to be icy conditions in Indy.We really need wisdom more than anything. We calculated the overall mileage of our trip: 2,000+ miles....YIKES! Enjoy the latest pics...and the short video of Ava and Abuelo's tea party...too cute.
Love,
Cyndia for Corey and Ava
Friday, December 12, 2008
Ava and her new rocker...
Ava seeing her rocker for the first time (A present from Grandma & Grandpa Garris)
Our big girl...
Ava and her pigtails...first official hairstyle :)
Ava's pigtails waving "bye-bye" to Daddy in the morning...So sweet.
Ava and her new rocking chair. (A B-Day gift from Grandma & Grandpa Garris- Thanks Grandma & Grandpa!)
Hello Everyone,
Here are a couple of picks of Ava..in her new rocker...a gift from Grandma & Grandpa Garris :)...made by Amish Originals. It's absolutely beautiful, and Ava has already taken a liking to it...although she has attempted to stand on it a few times! YIKES! She really thinks that she is big stuff! Too fun! In all seriousness, she is growing rapidly. I was able to keep her head straight enough to make some cute pigtails. LOVE IT! Can't wait to do more hairstyles with her one day :) We head off on another adventerous road trip soon...covet all prayers for safety and an overall good time :)....Expect more of an update soon!
(I will be posting video footage of Ava seeing her rocker for the very first time...too cute!)
Blessings,
Cyndia
Wednesday, December 3, 2008
Thanksgiving memories...
Daddy and Ava in a tender moment...so precious...
Loving the Christmas tree I just put up yesterday...she keeps pointing at it!
Mom feeding Ava some yogurt...YUMMY!
Sitting with Abuelo eating a Maria Cookie (Straight from the Island)
Already learning about church planting 
What static will do to you...YIKES!
Stacking blocks like a big girl...her highest is 5, impressive! She claps for herself every time she gets one on top of the other. So cute!
Sitting in her big girl car seat for the first time! SO BIG!Hello Everyone,
Quick update: Thanksgiving was WONDERFUL...loved every minute. Relaxing, good food, and good times. Of course Ava and I are still recovering from our colds, but she slept well, had a great time, and made lots of memories. Abuelo and Abuela are going through Ava withdrawl...Things I will miss: 1) Ava's ongoing conversation with my Dad...she talked his ear off! (Nothing understandable of course!) 2) Dancing and enjoying music with the fam 3) GREAT food...3) Mom and Ava stacking blocks 4) Ava blowing kisses to abuelo and abuela when we left...so precious! (She even makes the smacking sounds!) Enjoy the latest!
Warmly,
Cyndia
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