This was one of the hardest days. We had to say goodbye to our sweet Sutter. We've had him for almost 13 years. He was mine and Korey's first pet. Although, Korey was definitely his favorite! It was heartwrenching to watch Korey and the kids say goodbye to the dog we all loved. He was a naughty puppy, but a great dog. I always felt safe with him around. I will miss him SO much.
Just this side of heaven is a place called Rainbow Bridge.
When an animal dies that has been especially close to someone here, that pet goes to Rainbow Bridge. There are meadows and hills for all of our special friends so they can run and play together. There is plenty of food, water and sunshine, and our friends are warm and comfortable.
All the animals who had been ill and old are restored to health and vigor. Those who were hurt or maimed are made whole and strong again, just as we remember them in our dreams of days and times gone by. The animals are happy and content, except for one small thing; they each miss someone very special to them, who had to be left behind.
They all run and play together, but the day comes when one suddenly stops and looks into the distance. His bright eyes are intent. His eager body quivers. Suddenly he begins to run from the group, flying over the green grass, his legs carrying him faster and faster.
You have been spotted, and when you and your special friend finally meet, you cling together in joyous reunion, never to be parted again. The happy kisses rain upon your face; your hands again caress the beloved head, and you look once more into the trusting eyes of your pet, so long gone from your life but never absent from your heart.
Then you cross Rainbow Bridge together....
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She knows what she likes and wants; and she's not afraid to express it.
She ADORES her brothers and sister.
She's teaching me how to be a mother of a daughter; and I'm loving it.
I am so enjoying being your mom.
My friend Christy shared this scripture with me during my pregnancy. I was having a small health concern and I was very worried about my baby. This scripture deeply comforted me. Now, when I look at my precious baby, I know how true it is.
She was 2 hours old. My postpardum room was full of littles. They all wanted to touch her. It was a wonderful moment. My kids met their sister for the first time. Things sure are different with the 4th. There is NO WAY I would have enjoyed this moment if it was my 1st. But, this was one of my most favorite memories of that day.
Josey had the best response. She walked into the room, took one look at me holding the baby, and said, "Who is that?" It was hilarious!!
I got my epidural before I was even really hurting.
She was born at 2:25 pm. 
My doctor basically let me run the show.
