22 Months Old!

22 Months Old!

I can't believe I am getting ready to plan Kayla's 2nd Birthday!!  Wow! We've done so much the past year.  Swim lessons, trips to New York, Canada, LA, San Diego, and of course Disneyland!  Now we are venturing in to the world of gymnastics.  Kayla is running, jumping, and talking up a storm.  We have to watch what we say because she repeats EVERYTHING!  She is such a smart little girl!

Her favorite movies right now are Tinkerbell and the Great fairy Rescue, Finding Nemo, Monster's Inc, and The Princess and the Frog and of course Yo Gabba Gabba and Elmo :)  The time is passing by way too fast!  

18 Months Old Already?!?

18 Months Old Already?!?

It's hard to believe Kayla is 18 months old already!  She is talking up a storm and is practically a parrot repeating everything we say.  We have had a  lot going on.  We recently moved back to downtown Phoenix and K started a new daycare.  She seems to love going because every time I go to pick her up she doesn't want to leave!  She sees me and begins laughing and running around the room!   LOL  That is great news because the first day we dropped her off at the new place I was balling my eyes out.  I felt like I was sending my baby away to college!  Needless to say I will be a total mess when she starts her first day of kindergarten but thankfully we have a while before that happens.

This past weekend we took her and her cousins the McDonald's Pumpkin Patch in Scottsdale.  The kids had a blast at the petting zoo, on the hay ride, and picking out pumpkins.  This weekend?  Boo at the Zoo and the Children's Museum of Phoenix.  Fall is a great time in Phoenix. The weather is beautiful and there are so many outside things to do which is nice since we have been couped up inside all summer trying to escape the heat.

Everyday Kayla is doing something new.  She truly is amazing.  I LOVE being a MOMMA!!!!  It is the best job I have ever had. 

Where does the time go?

It's hard to believe K is 13 months old now! Where does the time go? She is motoring around now that she has the hang of walking and I am diligently chasing after her trying to keep up! It's amazing to think that a year ago I was praying for this little miracle to enter our lives and now I am tripping over toys and doing an extra set of laundry. I LOVE IT! I wouldn't change a thing. This paste weekend we had "Girl's Day Out" at the zoo with my friend Lynn and her daughter Sean. We had a blast. I look forward to many more Mother/Daughter days out to come.

Before I Was A Mom

A friend sent this to me today in an email and it brought me to tears. I am so happy to be a mommy.

Before I was a Mom,
I never tripped over toys
or forgot words to a lullaby.
I didn't worry whether or not
my plants were poisonous.
I never thought about immunizations.

Before I was a Mom,
I had never been puked on.
Pooped on.
Chewed on.
Peed on.
I had complete control of my mind
and my thoughts.
I slept all night.

Before I was a Mom,
I never held down a screaming child
so doctors could do tests.
Or give shots.
I never looked into teary eyes and cried.
I never got gloriously happy over a simple grin.
I never sat up late hours at night
watching a baby sleep.

Before I was a Mom,
I never held a sleeping baby just because
I didn't want to put her down.
I never felt my heart break into a million pieces
when I couldn't stop the hurt.
I never knew that something so small
could affect my life so much.
I never knew that I could love someone so much.
I never knew I would love being a Mom.

Before I was a Mom,
I didn't know the feeling of
having my heart outside my body..
I didn't know how special it could feel
to feed a hungry baby.
I didn't know that bond
between a mother and her child.
I didn't know that something so small
could make me feel so important and happy.
Before I was a Mom,
I had never gotten up in the middle of the night
every 10 minutes to make sure all was okay.
I had never known the warmth,
the joy,
the love,
the heartache,
the wonderment
or the satisfaction of being a Mom.
I didn't know I was capable of feeling so much,
before I was a Mom

-UNKNOWN

Great segment on The Today Show

I'm so glad that the Today Show did a story on coping with infertilty and pregnancy loss. Hopefully this gives some insight to those who aren't familiar with the world of infertility and the impact it has on a couple's life.

http://today.msnbc.msn.com/id/26184891/vp/36132909#36132909

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The View

I am so glad The View dedicated an entire show to Infertility and Multiple Miscarriages. Too many couples experience this heartbreaking journey. Please take some time to watch this 38 min episode.

If you are going through the struggle to start your family please also consider joining RESOLVE- The National Infertility Association. They were a huge support system for me when I was "unresolved" and I met some amazing women with whom I am very close friends with still today.

To see segment go to the link below:

http://abc.go.com/watch/the-view/167365/252234/the-view-225

RESOLVE Website:
http://www.resolve.org/site/PageServer

Join us for the Walk of Hope March 20th!
http://www.resolve.org/site/Calendar/540182735?view=Detail&id=35161

The Walk of Hope is held to give hope to those facing infertility and to celebrate those families formed through adoption and medical intervention. For 1 in 8 couples in the United States, the dream of creating a family is a long, emotional and expensive journey. Infertility is a devastating disease, touching every aspect of life - physical, emotional, spiritual and financial.

RESOLVE works to increase public awareness of the issues surrounding infertility and the various family-building options available to those facing this disease.

Feeling Kind of Sad Right Now

A week ago today I lost my little puppy Gidget. She was my baby doll, my cuddle bug. We don't know what happened exactly. She was fine Sunday night and then Monday morning everything just went down hill. She wouldn't eat, wouldn't drink, and was moaning. I took her to the vet and they thought she may have pancreatitis. They took an x-ray, gave her some fluids, gave me some meds and sent me home. Just a few hours later she died in my arms. It is kind of a double edged sword. I'm glad she didn't die alone and I was holding and kissing her as she took her last breath but I'm also heart broken I had to witness it.

See, Gidget was more than a puppy. She was with me through each one of my pregnancy losses. Each time I would come home from the doctor's office with the bad news that another baby had passed away she was there to lick away my tears and cuddle with me. When we brought our daughter Kayla home I remember picking her up and telling her, "See Gidg? This is what we have been waiting so long for!" I may be crazy but I totally felt like she "got it" and understood what I was saying. It's hard to believe that she is gone. I will miss her dearly. I love you Gidgi.

Gidget
9/25/05-12/28/09

Christmas 2009 Looking On to 2010

What an amazing Christmas 2009 turned out to be! Kayla received tons of presents! We hosted our family holiday party, like we do every year, and opened presents as a family of 3 Christmas morning. (Grandma Tosto joined us too) Then we went over to Papa Tosto and Grandma Tosto's house where Baby K was spoiled even more by Santa!

My favorite part of Christmas has always been watching others open up their presents. Sure it is nice getting presents yourself but watching their faces light up when they get that gift they have been wanting-that is what makes the holiday for me.

2010 is just around the corner. It's hard to believe what a 180 life has been for us this past year. I can't wait to see what wonderful things 2010 brings. One this is for sure, I will never forget this Christmas. It was by far the best Christmas ever. Becoming a mom is the greatest gift I was given this year!

Happy New Year to All!

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays from The Watson's!

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It's Official!

It's Official! She's ours!! Tuesday, November 3rd, Kayla's adoption became finalized.
We had a ton of family show up for our hearing and we celebrated Kayla's big day by hanging out with her grandparents, aunts, uncles, and cousins at the state fair. She had a blast!

It's amazing the day has finally come. I guess after everything we have been through with the pregnancy losses I was always waiting for the bottom to fall out from underneath us but I now know that this was meant to be! Adoption has been such a wonderful blessing in our lives. Kayla is truly an amazing little girl and she brings so much joy to our lives.



At the petting zoo at the state fairFun in the photo booth at the AZ State Fair


Thank you to everyone who has supported us along the way. We couldn't have done it without you!

Baby K's first Halloween and TV Appearance!

BABY K 'S FIRST HALLOWEEN!

This is the first Halloween I have enjoyed in years! In 2007 I missed out on Halloween because I was having surgery due to my 3rd pregnancy loss. 2008 I had just lost my job right when we we were about to sign on with Lifetime to start the adoption process so we weren't in the hoiliday spirit that year either. What a 180 from the past 2 years!

This Halloween weekend started out with Baby K and her cousin Carter on the Fox 10 AZ Morning Show. This is the station where my husband and I met 7 1/2 years ago! It felt so good to walk into that studio where it all began and bring our daughter in to meet everyone. Her and Carter hammed it up for the camera naturally! See video below!

Baby K and her cousin Carter on Fox 10 AZ Morning 10-30-09

Halloween Day started out with Baby K and I doing the JDRF Walk. (she was a pumpkin) This was her 2nd fundraiser walk and she had a blast walking to cure diabetes. We walked as part of Jack's Pack Team! http://www.jacks-pack.blogspot.com/

Halloween Night our little pumpkin turned into Tinkerbell and joined her cousins for a night of Trick-or-Treating. Bryce, Aunt Rhea, Baby K, Mommy, Aunt Courtney, and Carter

Baby K, Carter, and Bryce

Baby K and cousin Bryce

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Motherhood

MOTHERHOOD

Someone asked me today how I like being a mom. Answering that question was easy...

I LOVE IT!!

Motherhood is exactly what I dreamed it would be and so much more. It's a tough job but so worth it and I wouldn't change one second. Even during those crazy mornings when my head just wants to hit the pillow and get another 40 winks I know I have a little baby in the nursery waiting for me to get her up to start her day. It's amazing. I never thought I would finally be here.



Me and Baby K after the Race for the Cure walk 10-11-09
Lunch Time!

Family Picture Time!

FAMILY PICTURE TIME!

We spent our Labor Day weekend hanging out with family and friends and taking our first family pictures! It's hard to believe Kayla will be 5 months old this Saturday. How time flies by!


Baby K and me!

The Watson's in color

Life with our Baby Girl at 4 months old!

Our daughter Kayla is 4 months old!

It's hard to believe Kayla is already 4 months old. They weren't kidding when they say kids grow up fast! She is so much fun. Rolling over constantly and what a personality she is developing. We love hearing her laugh and coo. Parenthood is truly amazing. I haven't been this happy since my wedding day. Yes- sleep is minimal but it is so over-rated! ha ha

Mommy and Kayla

Daddy and his Little Girl!



Kayla playing in her Bumbo with her book:

Kayla Cooing:

Kayla's Measurements: 15 pounds 2 oz 26 inches long

Enjoying Parenthood!

Parenthood truly is such a rewarding experience. We are enjoying every moment with Kayla. It is so much fun to watch her reach each milestone. Last night she rolled over and back and the best part? We got it on video!! (WARNING! Very annoying mommy in the background. I recommend muting before playing. I got a little excited. ha ha ha)

This past weekend we also had Kayla's Meet the Baby Shower. What a wonderful time it was. For so many years I have wanted to have a baby shower and finally I was able to have one! It was amazing to see how many people came and all of the presents baby Kayla received. This little girl has more clothes than mommy now I think. LOL

TO MY BEAUTIFUL BABY GIRL KAYLA

TO MY BEAUTIFUL BABY GIRL KAYLA

Starlight Starbright

by: Nicolette Larson

Never thought that in a million years

Never thought that you would come to me

You're the answers to a million prayers.

You're the apple of my eye.

Ican hear you breathing next to me.

Just how lucky can one person be?

I am looking at a mystery

Everything i dream, more than i can wish for.

Starlight Starbright,

All day all night I will be right next to you.

Here forever, I will never leave, I will never leave.

Baby you're my little ray of light

I could find you in the darkest nights

If you cry then i will hold you tight

Never letting go,

I would do that for you.

Starlight Starbright,

All day all night I will be right next to you.

Here forever, I will never leave, I will never leave.

Baby I am here baby I am here

Starlight Starbright,

All day all night I will be right next to you.

Here forever,

I will never leave, I will never leave.

Welcome To The World
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hnPtTOX6DLo

Newly Adopted Exclusive on the Lifetime Website!

Newly Adopted Exclusive on the Lifetime Website

Here is the link below:



http://www.lifetimeadoption.com/newlyadopted.html

This was posted on the Lifetime Adoptions website today!

This was just posted on Lifetime Adoptions website today :) We will also appear onthe Newly Adopted Page as well.

Kayla's Homecoming- July 9th 2009

Kayla's Homecoming- July 9th 2009

We finally had clearance on Thursday July 9th to take Kayla back with us to AZ. Since we crossed state lines and she was born in Nevada the Interstate Compact just had to make sure all of the appropriate documents were signed before we could head home with our new daughter.

What a homecoming Kayla received! Our house was decorated inside and out and filled with presents from her cousins Carter & Bryce, Aunts, Uncles, Grandmas & Grandpa, and Great Grandma. We were so excited. The whole family came over to welcome Kayla to the family.

Grandma Mo & Kayla

Papa Tosto and Grandma Tosto with Kayla

Aunt Courtney and Uncle Weldon

Aunt Courtney & cousin Carter, Aunt Rhea & cousin Bryce, Me & Baby Kayla Great Grandma Davis, Grandma Mo, Kayla, Carter, Weston and me