We do our best to make every day about Annabel, but with the sadness of last week we put in a concerted effort to lavish her with extra love, attention, and happiness. I also got my camera back (the shutter broke and it was in the repair shop for 12 days!), so I dressed her up and made her the focus of my lens once again. It was so wonderful to peer through the viewfinder and see my little love looking back at me.
I know Annie won’t have any memories of last week, and for that I’m glad. but if she were to remember something, I would hope it would be the love we have for her. Holding her was often the only comfort I had. If I didn’t have her, I don’t know how I would have made it through last week – let alone the last year. She is my little life preserver. Even though I often cling to her desperately, I don’t want her to ever feel smothered by anything but love and kisses.
Need some jewelry to match your Marching for Maddie t-shirt? Ten dollars from each bracelet will be donated to Friends of Maddie!
Karen says:
oh, how I miss dressing little girls, those little feet!… your little Annie is absolutely beautiful.
.-= Karen´s last blog ..Two Wolves =-.
Erica says:
Dearest Heather,
I’ve been away visiting family and have only just had the chance to catch up on your posts. Despite not being able to read your posts for more than a week, you, Mike, Annie and of course your World Famous Maddie have been in my thoughts every, single day. I woke up thinking about you all every single morning and as 7th April approached I spent much of my time thinking about your precious Maddie and remembering all the wonderful stories I have read about her though your words. As I read your posts from the last week this morning, my tears were streaming down my face. Now I’m sitting here so far away from you in Luxembourg and remembering your precious girl and through my tears I am smiling when I think of her pure beauty and radiance and the profound effect she has had on so many people all over the world. Your precious Maddie is remembered every day by so many people all over the world and she has changed the lives of so many people all over the world. Just as you and Mike have too. We all conitnue to learn so much from you and Mike and we all continue to be in awe of your strengh and courage and above all positve outlook. Heather, you and Mike are such amazing parents, the love you have for your girls shines through your posts. Annie will always know of the love you and Mike have for her, just as Maddie knew. Today’s photos of Annie are just gorgeous, she is so very beautiful – just like her big sister and Mum.
Thinking of you all always.
With much love
Erica in Luxembourg
Katie says:
My 1st grandson was born five hours ago — 7 weeks early due to some sort of strange liver complication and clotting disorder in my daughter-in-law. I kept thinking about Maddie. And the March for Maddie. And while I’d planned to march this year, or donate depending on what was happening with my grandson, I never thought I’d be marching for Spencer, too.
Thank you for being brave enough to blog through your pain and raise awareness for all preemies.
Bampa says:
Katie,
Congratulations on the birth of your grandson Spencer! He will be in our thoughts and prayers. Bampa
Heather says:
YES many congratulations to you and your son and daughter in law. I am keeping him tightly in my thoughts and I hope you’ll let me know how he’s doing!
Katie says:
Thank you both for your well-wishes. They mean so much. Spencer is actually doing extremely well. I was surprised at how positive the statistics are for 33 week infants. In fact, the actually induced her and let her deliver naturally. He held up throughout like a champ!
He does have a nasal canula blowing room level oxygen to help him remember to breathe. He has a nasal-gastric tube (I think it’s called) because his suck reflex hasn’t fully developed. There’s the typical difficulty regulating body temp, too. But other than that he’s relatively big (4 lb 6 oz) and healthy. We don’t know when he’ll be ready to come home, something my d-i-l is really struggling with as she is being discharged at midnight tonight.
Mommy is also doing better, liver levels are returning to normal with no idea why she had problems. Clotting disorder will, of course, be life-long.
Unfortunately I haven’t seen him because I’ve had sickness in my own kidlings. Do NOT want to be the bearer of bad germs. I know I’m going to be so hypervigilent and nearly OCD about this with him.
Love to you both, and thank you again. We will be marching in Findlay, OH on May 1st — have to figure out a design for t-shirts that incorporates purple with green/blue/brown for both our babies.
Oh, and in case Annabel isn’t spoken for yet? Have a baby boy in Michigan who will, of course, grow up to be perfect! lol!
Von says:
Those eyes. Her shoes, The little legs. All so divine.
Willow says:
Even when she’s 15 and mad as hell at you for something, I suspect Annie will never feel anything but loved by you both.
Love the outfit – and the model
Jenn says:
Hi Sweetie,
OOOHHH!!!! I love every one of these photo’s!!! They are just BRILLIANT!!! I often wish I could print 2 off. 1) For my “Frig”of honour so others can witness their beauty and 2), the other for Sydney’s room. She really likes….No!!! Really loves pictures of both Maddie & Annie….and goes through them often proudly showing them off to her friends, our dogs, the her brothers. etc…
The other day she was looking at some of Maddie and she said with such Love & Excitement… “Mommy…Can’t you just feel it”? “Feel what”. I inquired? “The love…feel the love of her mommy taking the picture through the lens and the love Maddie is giving her back with her great big smile…even her eyes smiles”? (She says with a little giggle). I looked at her in amazement and awe!
Her teachers often call her an “Old soul” and more than 1 has told us “She’s such a profound thinker”. I looked at her, then of beautiful Maddie looking back at us with such a huge SMILE on her face and with love and that same prefect Smile in her eyes…. “YES Sydy”, I replied with tears in my eyes, “I can feel it too”!
Your pictures are a true gift….an ordinary miracle for all to see. I love all of them but these are amazing!!! Red is definitely one of many Annie’s colours!!! Thank you for sharing them..especially (personally) for me today with all I’m going through at the moment. They are a true gift….as are you, Mike, Maddie & Annie….”Thank you” just doesn’t seem enough!!!
Lynn from For Love or Funny says:
What beautiful eyes Annie has!!
.-= Lynn from For Love or Funny´s last blog ..Don’t boss around a teen with a hose =-.
Sue says:
And what a gorgeous, gorgeous, little life preserver she is, too!!! You sound like you have a little more happiness in your words, and your heart may feel just a wee bit lighter, since the stress building up to last week has passed, and for that, Heather, I’m thrilled!!!!
amanda says:
I love those pics! What a doll.
.-= amanda´s last blog ..thank you Easter Bunny, bawk bawk! =-.
rachel cortest says:
She is a doll with incredible eyes and Maddie expressions (in the last photo especially). I am so glad that your camera is fixed. She starts my day out with a smile.
Kate @ UpsideBackwards says:
Such beautiful photos! And I love love love her shoes… hugs to you!
.-= Kate @ UpsideBackwards´s last blog ..No no no no yes =-.
Sarah P says:
Little lady bug.
You are a great mommy, through and through.
Kristen McD says:
Oh, sweet thing… Look at her eyeing you… She knows who loves her best.
defendUSA says:
God works mysteriously, but miraculously, doesn’t he?
My pediatrician used to address all the little baby girls as such…”Hello little Ladybug, and just how are you, today?”
Annabel is an adorable little ladybug.
cj says:
beautiful.
Suzanne says:
So sweet!! I LOVE the outfit and the little shoes!
Lisa Marie says:
I love ladybugs! I can’t believe how big she is! She is just adorable! Seems to be the perfect ray of light in a time of darkness! Thank you for sharing!
.-= Lisa Marie´s last blog ..He’s My Brother… =-.
AmazingGreis says:
What an adorable outfit. Annie is getting so BIG and cuter everyday!! XOXO
.-= AmazingGreis´s last blog ..Weekly Winners, April 4-10 =-.
Linda Campbell says:
You take wonderful pictures Heather, I wish I was that talented to have such nice pictures of my boy. You also have a lovely subject! Such a beautiful little soul!!
Laurie says:
Lydia wants Annabel to know that she is really digging her shoes. And that if Lydia wasn’t a gargantuon one-year-old, she would probably steal them right off of Annie’s feet. Or wait, that’s me that would steal them right off of Annie’s feet.
Such a beautiful girl!!!! Look at those eyes!!!
.-= Laurie´s last blog ..Loss =-.
Mary Ann says:
OMG she is the cutest little lady! I love your pictures, you definately have a knack of capturing such emotion. My camera just broke and I am in the market of a new one – still wondering if I should invest in the Rebel. Is it difficult to use?
Kelly says:
I love the shoes! I have a bit of an obsession with baby shoes. My Mea has more shoes then any 3 year old could ever need…
.-= Kelly´s last blog ..Crusin’ =-.
Micky says:
She is adorable, and she has her beautiful sister’s eyes!
KK says:
Still can’t get over how much she looks like her Daddy! I look forward to what the next year will bring to you all & watching the little lady grow.
Catherine Lucas says:
love it!!! And I need a couple of those shoes… The cutest ladybug I have ever seen…
.-= Catherine Lucas´s last blog ..A sad day in the barn… =-.
Mindi says:
What geat photos!! I am so glad your camera is fixed. I am postive that Annie will always know how much she is loved.
Lisa says:
Oh, that outfit is just too cute. I especially love the little ladybug shoes
I’m glad you have Annie and she will always know how much you love her.
Love and hugs.
.-= Lisa´s last blog ..The “Sam Ham” Book =-.
Tami says:
Oh she is sooo adorable. :)I love the ladybug outfit.
What a cutie you have.
Veronika says:
Can a girl wear too many ladybugs? The answer: NEVAH! She looks gorgeous.
Johanna says:
The above shot………….makes my ovaries tingle lol Absolutely adorable
Java says:
Omg you are so lucky! I have 4 sons and always loved looking at the adorable little girls clothes! I LOVE that outfit! And those shoes! Wow! Super cuteness!
I don’t think you can ever smother a baby with too much love and kisses!!
.-= Java´s last blog ..Happy Anniversary to me! =-.
Amy says:
Oh wow those photos are so cute, the third one in particular made me squeal and brought everyone else in the room over to the computer to see.
.-= Amy´s last blog ..AmyQcoocachoo: @seanpryor I’ve though about tossing her out a window. She has said she’ll be gone in two weeks, we’ll see. =-.
charlane says:
She is a doll, and what a fitting outfit for Mommy’s little love bug!
.-= charlane´s last blog ..Let’s Play! =-.
Katie C. says:
Annie looks SO precious! She is such a little ladybug!
Alexandra says:
Perfectly said. She has been your life preserver, and you want to hang on,but not too tight.
I know what you’re saying, Heather.
.-= Alexandra´s last blog ..Dead Sea Whaaa? =-.
Adrianne says:
The second picture? Gorgeous, amazing, beautiful, fabulous…..perfect! What a beautiful dolly baby you have, Heather:) I’m so glad she is there to comfort you in a way that no one else can.
Trisha Vargas says:
The cutest little ladybug I ahve ever seen!!
(((HUGS)) from Florida
Diane says:
What a precious girl! Such a little ham just like her big sister. You and Mike make the most beautiful babies.
.-= Diane´s last blog ..Birthday party success =-.
J+1 says:
Those little ladybug shoes are so dear I can hardly stand it!
.-= J+1´s last blog ..Friday =-.
red pen mama says:
Annabel and that outfit are too adorable for words.
As far as loving and grieving and integrating the two into your new lives with Annabel… well, I have no words for that either. You’re forging your own path there (with love and support, of course), with grace and bravery. I admire how you capture it all and share it with us.
.-= red pen mama´s last blog ..Me Time FAIL =-.
Yolanda says:
Heather,
Good morning. I cannot even imagine how difficult last week let alone this last year has been for you. I think about you, Mike, and Annie daily. Time will never heal the pain and longing that you feel but take solice in that you have so many beautiful people to love and hold around you. That cute little Annie bug is truly a gift.
Jen the Catalyst says:
Annabel- what a beautiful little bug!
I’m so sorry as you mourn the loss of Maddie on this big milestone date. It’s hard to find the right words to say.
.-= Jen the Catalyst´s last blog ..Dave Delivers: Favorite March Lunch Results =-.
Dana says:
Adorable shoes! And those eyes! They are breathtaking.
Congrats on making it through last week. You don’t know me IRL, but I give you so much credit and really admire you.
Thanks,
Dana
.-= Dana´s last blog ..Giveaway! =-.
Alison says:
She is adorable! What a pretty little bug.
.-= Alison´s last blog ..March for Babies Walk! =-.
Ninabi says:
What a beautiful baby Annabel is. Oooh- those little red ladybug shoes matching her bright outfit- so adorable! I’m looking forward to seeing more tiny fashions on your little one.
Meg says:
She’s absolutely precious! Oh, those eyes. *swoon*
.-= Meg´s last blog ..Patio =-.
Nadinsche says:
Beautiful pictures. She’s stunning. And beautiful words!
Amanda says:
Sweet, lil bug!
.-= Amanda´s last blog ..Intentions =-.
Angie [A Whole Lot of Nothing] says:
those
eyes
.-= Angie [A Whole Lot of Nothing]´s last blog ..The Most Famous Celebrity in the World Loves Wasabi =-.
MommaLionessMichele says:
Love your pics, love your words…love this ladybug outfit!
I have a tattoo of a ladybug, they are known to be good luck. Annabel is such a sweet and gorgeous ladybug!
Thinking of you and your family across the miles….
.-= MommaLionessMichele´s last blog ..Sending Strength to the Spohr Family, Today and Every Day =-.
Mama Kalila says:
She is gorgeous! I love the new pics…
.-= Mama Kalila´s last blog ..More Detergent Trials =-.
Laurie says:
Aww, I’ve missed Annie! I love the photos you took, they really capture her beauty and utter adorableness! You and Mike are the best parents in the world, we are all behind you!
paula says:
Such cute pictures… every time you post about Annabel I think of the song Annie by Dave Barnes… check it out!
Also, I’m totally buying Maddie bracelets for all of my bridesmaids for my upcoming wedding… they’re so perfect!
Amanda says:
Good gracious that baby is beautiful! I can’t help but giggle at some of your pictures because we have the same sofa in the exact same color (isn’t it amazing how easily spit up and dog hair come off that thing???) so many of my 4 month old son’s pictures have the exact same backdrop.
Alexandria says:
Very sweet! I am a daily follower of your blog and a few months ago ( I cant find it) you blogged about a test to make sure all new borns have, can you remind me what it is?
thank you for making us new parents more knowledgable!
Heather says:
Hi Alexandria!
I wrote about it here: http://thespohrsaremultiplying.com/2010/02/for-cora/
Good luck!!!
Alexandria says:
THANK YOU!!!
Nikki says:
Wishing love and happiness for your family.
XOXO from GA,
Nikki
Keary Naughton says:
That may be the cutest outfit I have ever seen! I have been thinking about your family all week. Take it one day at a time…..
Erin in the L.A. says:
Annabel is gorgeous. You are blessed. And I see a little sparkle of Maddie in those eyes. Both girls are with you every day. Thinking of you at this time of year.
Zakary says:
She looks so amazing.
I need those shoes in my size.
.-= Zakary´s last blog ..You Can’t Always Get What You Want, But You Get What You Need. AKA Long Live Naptime. =-.
Michelle Pixie says:
Omigod I just feel in love all over again!! ADORABLE! And those shoes and her eyes and the pucker of her lips sent me over the edge!
.-= Michelle Pixie´s last blog ..Monday Minute ~ The Birds & The Bees =-.
IRWSMom says:
I’m so glad your camera is back, too! Awesome photos! Annie is soooo adorable!!! And that outfit!?! Spill it! Where did you buy it!? TOOO CUTE!! Thanks for the smiles!
Erin says:
Absolutely adorable!
.-= Erin´s last blog ..Happy, Dirty Me =-.
Laney says:
She’s beyond gorgeous. Good lord, you two make cute kids.
Katrina says:
She’s a beauty! I’m glad you have her to cling to
And she’s getting so big! It seems so long ago that we all called her “Binky”
.-= Katrina´s last blog ..The Popular Place =-.
Sarah says:
What an absolutely adorable little lady bug outfit. I am glad you have your little one to help you get through the tough times and focus on a brighter future.
annie says:
Well she is ridiculously cute, just like Maddie. You guys make beautiful kids. I am glad your little ladybug is a source of comfort to you both.
Glenda says:
Love the outfit! She’s gorgeous and Thank Goodness for Annabel to keep you going through these difficult times. Sending you hugs Heather & Mike! XXX
Karen says:
Annabel is so precious! And her outfit! Babies don’t come much cuter.
.-= Karen´s last blog ..Backwards. =-.
Camie says:
She and Maddie make the most beautiful pair of girls I’ve ever seen. Those big blue eyes get me every time.
Molly says:
Oh, those eyes! You guys make beautiful children
theresa says:
Because of Maddie (and you) I’ve been known to go into my now 3 year old bedroom in the middle of the night and just sit there and watch her. I tend to hug a little to tight now and then.
The other day when I was reading your post I had tears falling down my face. My little L walked by and said, “Oh no, are you going to need to hug me again? Fine, but remember I’m a big girl now.”
.-= theresa´s last blog ..Eat. Drink. Read. Wednesday, April 28 =-.
Judy says:
Too cute….I love the shoes!!
Laura says:
I adore the ladybug outfit! She is absolutely beautiful – just like her sister. She the sweetest life preserver I’ve ever set eyes on. ((((hug))))
.-= Laura´s last blog ..Easter =-.
Jennifer Travis says:
Dear Heather,
i follow your blog every day..ive become addicted. And I am so encouraged seeing you come through this as you are. Annie is SO beautiful and I am thankful God blessed you with her during this time. I cant imagine how much you hurt for maddie…You are so inspiring to those who have experienced some kind of loss. I keep you in my prayers and my heart breaks for your pain. May God Bless you and your sweet little family.
.-= Jennifer Travis´s last blog ..His Kind of Love =-.
Maile says:
Amazing pics. Love it.
What a week last week. I have to say one of the things I love most about your blog is how it brings out the good in people. I love the comments almost as much as the actual entries. So many kind, insightful thoughts. When you look at comments to news stories and read one hate-spewed, hostility-ridden anonymous comment after the next, it can make you want to throw up your hands and give up on the human race. When I visit your blog, I come away feeling so sad about the unbearable losses of life and its transience, but also so much better about the capacity of people to actually care, love, and share warmth and empathy with each other.
Ray says:
OHMYGOD! That outfit, your baby, the photos…..PERFECTION! I just LOVE it!!!!! Beautiful. I am so glad for your (second) little muse. =D She's wonderful.
Sarah says:
Oh my, her eyes are just absolutely gorgeous! They look like the color of the ocean, like you could just swim in them for hours and hours. So precious.
Vaness says:
Seriously cute! I love the ladybug pocket detail. Precious!
.-= Vaness´s last blog ..What Matters Most: Part I =-.
jennifer says:
Hi Heather, Very cute photos and I love the outfit. Annabel is a beautiful baby.
I have read your blog for over a year and I often think about you and your family. I am a mother of a healthy 7 and 4 year old boy and girl. I just wanted you to know that since I started reading your blog, I hold them closer cherishing every moment I have with them.
Katie in WI says:
I want to NOM NOM on her chubby cheeks.
Lisa says:
That outfit has to be the cutest thing I’ve ever seen!
.-= Lisa´s last blog ..Ponytail Parfaits =-.
Brittany at Mommy Words says:
I can’t even imagine how difficult last week must have been and I am so glad that you had your little Annie there to hold and cuddle. She is just precious! And she looks adorable in those pictures. You have just convinced me to stop reading blogs and shoot some pics of my little Violet…she and Annie are just days apart!
.-= Brittany at Mommy Words´s last blog ..In a Fight to the Death, Pollen Kicked My Ass =-.
Stephanie says:
Those shoes are to die for! Love, love, love!
.-= Stephanie´s last blog ..Movin’ on Up to the East Side =-.
Cindy says:
I can understand how holding your little life preserver, Annie, in your arms did and does bring you great comfort.
Keep looking forward to the day you can swim. AND the day you teach little Annie to swim!!!
Glad to hear your camera and you are preserving “Living In Love” memories!
Dina says:
GORGEOUS!
You make beautiful babies!!!!!
((((HUGS)))))
Nanette says:
You’ve got yourself one amazing love bug there! I just want to put her in mah pocket!
.-= Nanette´s last blog ..Em’s big break =-.
Mary says:
Oh those eyes!!!! Those cheeks! Those little feet!! LOVE the outfit~and those shoes are so cute!
So glad you have your ladybird life-preserver. She’s so surrounded in/through/by her mommy & daddy’s love.
Sending love your way…
~M
.-= Mary´s last blog ..Talk about Comfortable =-.
Sarah says:
Are those eyes going dark?? Mike has brown eyes, right? What do you think, Heather, does it look like Annie might be a brown-eyed girl? Couldn’t tell for sure from the pics.
charlene says:
she is one of the prettest babies I ever did see….maddie was the other one…
Meyli says:
Annie is so cute!! I love her little matching shoes, love the tuft of hair on top of her head, and love her eyes. They are so deep – 180 degrees different from Maddie’s. You daughters’ eyes are the first things I notice every time I see a pic of either of them
Kim says:
Beautiful, beautiful, beautiful.
.-= Kim´s last blog ..Random Bits =-.
Mandy says:
She is absolutely beautiful. And I’m glad you got your camera back.
.-= Mandy´s last blog ..Ronan on Finding Nemo. =-.
Krissa says:
How in the world does she keep getting cuter??? She is just too cute for words. What a beautiful little girl. And looking at her face, I’d say she looks like a baby who feels very, very much loved. What a little sweetie.
Sarah says:
Oh also, if you get a chance, I’d love to know what kind of place you took your camera to for repair. Our DSLR was slightly damaged a while back, and we took it to an authorized repair center locally. Turns out there was an issue with the aperture control unit, and something else too. But they’ve had it for about a month now and are just now getting to the repairs. So I guess what I’m saying is… back in 12 days is awesome! I sure do miss mine.
.-= Sarah´s last blog ..The week we all turned yellow =-.
Alison says:
Holy moly, I love the perspective on the picture “Taking it all in.” Just like her sister, Annie looks like she can see right through you in the best way.
xoxo
.-= Alison´s last blog ..Missing Maddie =-.
monica says:
oh my word, I could just eat her right up! Those eyes are amazing! She is such a doll, I’m so glad she helped you get through last week. Can’t imagine such feelings of being torn between total grief for Maddie and complete, pure joy over Annabel. Big bear hug to ya.
Krystina says:
Congrats!! You made it through last week, we all know that you could and now you also know that it is possible to make it through that day and still be able to celebrete something so amazing, that cute little baby with the best outfit ever.
Amy Timm says:
What beautiful pictures and the cutest outfit ever!!! You have amazing strength. I found your blog through another’s blog of a preemie. I have a soft spot in for all preemies after my nephew was born too early.
mythoughtsonthat says:
Oh! Those little shoes!
Faith….Hope….Love….Peace.
.-= mythoughtsonthat´s last blog ..Guess The Joke’s On Me =-.
Rebecca says:
The second photo of Annie steals my heart away. She is breathtaking!
.-= Rebecca´s last blog ..Nobody Asked Me, But…. =-.
Meg...CT says:
I love that little lady bug…she is precious…glad she is here to soften the blow…I know your pain is so raw and heavy everyday…you are a brave and wonderful mommy for “keeping on”…you are never far from my thoughts and prayers. With hope that each day brings you a smile…and fewer tears. Peace
Amber says:
OMG She’s adorable!!
.-= Amber´s last blog ..14th Month Birthday Post… =-.
Elise says:
Oh those pictures are so precious I can hardly stand it! I’m so glad you have your little life preserver and the comfort she brings you.
Leslie says:
Your posts always make me cry. Now that I’m pregnant again the combination of your sweet little Maddie, adorable Annabel, your beautiful words, and the hormones running through me I sob every time.
Sara says:
stunning. simply stunning.
.-= Sara´s last blog ..the love affair continues… =-.
Amanda says:
I dare anyone to see those pictures and not melt.. it is simply impossible.. loving the shoes! My little Zoe would be all over those.. lol! I’m so glad you have her to hang onto. After 2 late stage miscarries my daughter is definitely the light of my day.. Thank you for sharing the adorable pictures of little miss Annie
Lindsay @ Just My Blog says:
That is such a beautiful name for a beautiful little girl. Her eyes melt me!
.-= Lindsay @ Just My Blog´s last blog ..Buddy Update =-.
Overflowing Brain (Katie) says:
Holy crap those are SO cute. So cute. The pictures, are of course, adorable as well.
sandi says:
She is the cutest little thing EVER! You make the cutest babies!!
.-= sandi´s last blog ..number sixteen? =-.
Dawn says:
OMG!!! Tooooo cute!
Heather, you never cease to amaze me with the cutest outfits and ideas!
So glad you had a cuddle bug to snuggle up to!
.-= Dawn´s last blog ..Child Labor Laws…What???!!! =-.
Marti from Michigan says:
Annie looks adorable in red with her beautiful black hair, especially!
I just love how you dress your girls, both of them are so lucky to have you and Mike for parents, and Mike’s family and your family for grandparents!
You take as long as you need to grieve for Maddie, it does not matter and no one has the right to point fingers and say that there has been enough time to get over her, because they don’t know.
I have a dear friend whose 25 year old son committed suicide 3 years ago. She still cries and grieves for him. There is nothing, nothing, NOTHING wrong with that at all!
I continue to keep all of you in my thoughts and prayers.
damaris says:
I want one of those outfits for my little Maria.
Annie is the cutest of the cute.
.-= damaris´s last blog ..1 {million} =-.
eliza says:
Oh my gosh you two make some babies with beautiful eyes. Wow. I’m glad you’re making it through this time. You’re doing such an amazing job. Don’t you ever doubt it. Not many people could keep it all in perspective and manage all that you are. You’re amazing. There’s that darn word again. Oh well, it’s true.
Kerrie says:
Annie looks absolutely gorgeous, and red is definitely her colour. She also looks very wise – and she takes all the camera attention in her stride!
Kymmi says:
that little bug Belle is such a beauty. May she bring you peace and joy for the rest of your days.
Lauren P. says:
Oh my word, those shoes, those EYES!! She keeps on getting even more beautiful!!
And I am so sorry about the roughness about last week, I hope in the later years that Annie will help you be your support and joy in times like this when you will need it the most. Been thinking of you guys, and glad to see Annie’s sweet face again!
.-= Lauren P.´s last blog ..Raw(e) Shoes =-.
Kamarine says:
You have two very beautiful daughters. Two girls with contagious smiles.
You and yours were in my thoughts all last week.
.-= Kamarine´s last blog ..Anger =-.
Lisa says:
She is so truly beautiful. I’m finished baby making but my eggs are clucking madly just looking at her! lol
Maria @BOREDmommy says:
She is an absolute stunner. A gorgeous little ladybug.
.-= Maria @BOREDmommy´s last blog ..Spring Cleaning =-.
edenland says:
Ummmm, are you serious???? You should be a baby photographer or something, you are SO TALENTED Heather.
Amazing. I guess, it helps when you make children so beautiful that people audibly suck in air when they see their photos.
XOXOXOXOX
.-= edenland´s last blog ..Remember that scene in Poltergeist when the mother turns her back for five seconds and the ghosts pile all those chairs on the kitchen table? =-.
Sherri says:
She is beautiful, and shares so many characteristics with Maddie! I love the outfit. Hugs to you all!
Barbi from PA says:
Great pictures Heather, we have the same camera, I’m just starting out. I wish I would of had this camera when my girl was little, love the feet pics. Annabel is your little life preserver. Keep holding on to her. Love & Prayers.
Barbi
Mishi says:
Did you hear the MAJORSQUEEEEEE! all the way in LA, the other day, when I saw these on Flickr?!
.-= Mishi´s last blog ..Weekly Winners {The Places Your Feet Take You Edition} =-.
Julie B says:
Heather, Mike, Annabel & Dearest Maddie~
Oh how precious are these pictures of your newest addition!! She is just beautiful and I am so happy for you all that you are experiencing the wonderful world of new baby, without the NICU ~ I too, have experienced both. You are all in my prayers as you embark on this journey. What a lucky little lady Annabel is to have such great parents and such a sweet big sister in her life!! Blessings to you all !!
Julie in Tennessee
Jennifer says:
OMG! Those pictures are absolutely adorable..LOVE, LOVE, LOVE the outfit as I am a HUGE ladybug fanatic LOL
Annabel is blessed to have you and Mike as her parents. I continue to keep all of you in my thoughts and prayers. One step at a time, one day at a time is all you can do. Just hold tight to that precious baby girl and let her work her magic in helping you all heal.
Much love
Jennifer
Lindsay from Florida says:
I’m a little behind on this week’s posts because there was company in town, but OH.MY.GOODNESS. Utter, complete, total perfection. Annabel is so gorgeous I can’t stand it, and that’s even BEFORE the adorable ladybug ensemble. Thank you for these pictures. They made my day.
Amanda says:
OMG, I love the pics, but I have to say, the third pic is probably one of the best I have every seen!
Vera says:
She is SO gorgeous and CUTE!! I was on bedrest when you were on bedrest, and my baby was born just a couple of weeks after Annie (at 36 weeks exactly). It’s kind of fun for me to look at pictures of her and compare them – that second picture of her reminds me of the looks he gives me. I think sometimes he’s overwhelmed with the constant photography ha! Anyway, as always, keeping you in my prayers.
.-= Vera´s last blog ..Lunch =-.
Sim says:
Annable has got Maddie’s eyes. So birght and pretty.
Like a deep blue see, mesmerizing.
melissa says:
I am awestruck seeing this pictures of Annie she is absolutely perfect! as was Maddie they look so much alike, you make adorable babies!
Much Love,
Melissa.
i hope one day if your not super busy and my website link comes through that you will read my blog, its for all of us and you mainly.
.-= melissa´s last blog ..for you =-.
melissa says:
i meant these lol silly me my mind is full tonight!
.-= melissa´s last blog ..for you =-.
Hannah says:
http://i367.photobucket.com/albums/oo114/calamitycupcake/Picture6.png
there is a little tiny smiling face at the bottom of the page, and it made me laugh.
Kerri says:
Ok seriously, that’s the cutest outfit I’ve seen in my whole life!
.-= Kerri´s last blog .. =-.
Paul says:
OMG, I love the pics, but I have to say, the third pic is probably one of the best I have every seen!
Al_Pal says:
Lovely and darling. Such a sweet little ladybug. ;p