My little storm chaser

We've been having stormy weather lately - which Nyla LOVES! I've never seen a baby so excited to see rain and lightning. I usually open the door and let her watch. She squeals and claps and if I dare to shut the door she throws a queen sized tantrum.
I love storms so I'm glad she has figured out that they aren't scary. I'm guessing when she's older instead of wanting to go to Disney Land she'll be begging to go on a storm hunt.
Next time I'll try to snap a picture of her enjoying the storm.

Sucker punched by good ol' perspective...

This has been a stupid week. You know when you were a kid and you realized for the first time that you couldn't really jump into a chalk drawing like they do on Mary Poppins, or when you realized that sometimes everything is not going to be ok, and the way that felt?? Its kind of been like that, so of course I've been feeling sorry for myself. Sure its due to my own stupidity but still I've worked up a good funk. Anyway, the point of all this rambling... I took Nyla to the doctor today and we found out that her hip hasn't developed properly. I have to take her for an ultrasound to find out the extent of the problem, but the treatment options are all pretty shitty.

Its bizarre how your world stands still and completely changes focus when your child is sick or hurting. I just don't want her to go through any of this. Its a crappy way to find perspective in life - but I guess that's how it usually happens right?

So if you're reading this and you pray, please pray for her. If you don't pray, then please keep her in your thoughts. I'll update when I know something.

Happy Father's Day!

I think Nyla is an extrememly lucky little girl to have a Daddy who loves her so much!
Darryl is an incredible father. I've never seen a man take so much joy in every part of fatherhood.
He loves spending time with Nyla and makes sure to take her on special Daddy time (usually shopping, or somewhere away from home so I can either get stuff done or have a break).
Nyla is crazy about her Daddy. I'm glad they make a great team.
Happy Father's Day Darryl! You definitely deserve the title 'Daddy'.

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Guardian Grandpa

Darryl's Dad passed away a year ago (June 5th), just a few months before Nyla (his first grandchild) was born. Darryl doesn't want to keep remembering the anniversary of Alvin's death, so we're trying to make it a time to remember Alvin's life. So, to all of us loving and missing Alvin now, I hope we can all take a minute to remember something about him that makes us smile. Feel free to share with the rest of us!!
One thing that is difficult for Darryl is that Nyla didn't get to meet her Grandpa Alvin. We're sure that he knows all about her though and he's always near to her, being her Guardian Grandpa. Its nice to know he's looking out for her, our kids to come, and Laurie's kids to come as well. He's a good guy to have in your corner! :)

I don't think grief ever really goes away, the edges just get worn down over time, so please remember Darryl, Laurie and the rest of the family today.

PS: We love you Laurie! We miss you and can't wait to see you very soon. Nyla needs some Aunty Laurie cuddles :)

The only pictures I can find of Alvin right now are from our wedding. I'll add those, and I'll also add a few new ones of Nyla. I hope they make you smile!!