So this is the beginning of our new blog. We are starting this one because the old one was no longer accepting the newest pictures.
This blog was created so that family and friends can keep updated on our family and the many accomplishments of Marissa Anne.
This is the current update on our lives. Zach (daddy) is still in Japan until June 10th, 2009 (?), and we are missing him dearly. Being without him is very hard, and lonely, but has made me realize that I need him more then ever and that our love is so much stronger then EVER. My husband, and daughter are my life, and without them I would not be the same.
Now there is Marissa, and WOW has she grown. She just turned 10 months and she is now 17 pounds 12 ounces and 27.4 inches long...can you believe it. She is saying "dadada," reaching to be picked up, scooting backwards, eating some real foods (pasta, bread, and pancakes...her favorite), and sitting up with support. She is growing up way too fast and has two months left before she is the big UNO (one). Her therapy is doing great, and she is showing to be very advanced for most downsyndrome babies.
Then there is me (Natalie/Mommy)...well nothing is really new with me. I am still babysitting the twins, Jackson and Brody, and I love it. I am working on losing my last 10-15 pounds at Lifestyle Fitness...and am so glad that I can finally do something that makes my confidence sky high...and I am working on changing some things in my life...for the better.
Well that is the newest on the Crater family and I am sure there will be more to come. Love you all and see you/talk to you soon!
Love mommy Natalie
