Her Holiness

Quick update: We got a call from the cardiologist today, who informed us that there were not two holes in Siena's little heart... there are three! Ugghh... nothing is too big for God, though... especially a baby-sized heart. :) Parenting can be stressful... but when we get to stop and think, it's really joyful. And we're so thrilled to have such solid families and so many good friends who can give support when the going gets rough and encourage us when we're frustrated..

Speaking of friends/family...

- We were very thankful for some grubbin' tortilla soup and Caesar salad from the Ludwicks for dinner tonight. I'm sure Taylor had a big part in the preparation (thanks Kelly). :) It hit the spot.

- Siena was very happy to receive a special gift from her friend in San Diego. Kindall Keefer made a blanket in high school, which she gave to Siena. Kevin and Melissa (Keefer parents) brought it over, even though Kevin told Kindall she should keep it for her future babies. Thanks Kindall! Kevin also promised to buy her some cool Adidas shoes when she gets big enough to wear them (because he says we're too frugal). We're holding him to that, with Melissa's help. :) And Siena is looking forward to hanging with Kindall when she comes home...

- Grandma Nicholson and 2/3 of Sam's siblings, Andy and Katie, came up today and allowed Sam to take a nap. Thank you! This nursing thing makes for a brutal sleep pattern. No more REM sleep! They also brought a game with them: Carcassonne. It was fun... a lot like Settlers.

- We are looking forward to when the Sorbello grandparents and Richie and Bethany Armstrongs (and Big Luke) get their health back and can visit. I think Siena misses them, but it's hard to understand her speech still. :) We're all looking forward to seeing Luke interact with Siena... it has serious cuteness potential.

- Our friends Peter and Katy Nelson had their baby tonight! Riley Kaleo Nelson may be a good hubby for Siena someday. Gotta start thinking about this stuff early. :)

That's about all... no pictures from today, because I went back to work... more later!