Áine's Morning at UCLA

Áine loves herself a trip to UCLA.

However, when the reality of the reason for the visit sets in, it's a hard blow.

I LOVE this shot of Miss Áine Clare!

Valium shots are a wonderful thing, aren't they? Momma enquired if they were available for take home use. No such luck, darn it.

A Picture is Worth a Thousand Words

Please, please, I beg of you. Someone get this little kid off my bed and out of my room!

The Birthday Celebration

Ciara's family birthday dinner got a late start since she didn't want to miss her weekly Church youth ministry meeting. So after dinner from Hi-Life, she quickly got down to business.

A fave present chosen by Miss Áine Clare for her big sister.

The annual stuffed bear chosen by big brother Brendan. Ciara declared this year's choice one of the best yet!

Happy 12th Birthday, Ciara Mairead!

Happy Birthday to the most AWESOME 12 year old we know!!!

Ciara,

You came into this world a mere 5 lbs 2 oz -- 18 inches.

Your eyes were wide open from the moment you were born.

Thank you for brightening our lives and our world in more ways than you may ever know.

We love you!

Momma, Dadzer, Brendan (Bubba), and Áine Clare (Swissy)