My Canadians will soon be in flight
Thursday, June 19, 2008
Well the day I've been dreading is finally here. My Canadians head home this afternoon and so begins a long dry spell of being empty- nesters again. Our little nest has been bursting at the seams for the last month and we will miss the baby chatter, laughter and most of all the open mouth kisses from one little girl and the heart melting smiles as she runs to your arms.

We have been blessed to watch her grow in front of our eyes! I've loved going shopping with my girls, cooking and cleaning together, playing dominoes, actually being able to baby sit. We've enjoyed lots of strawberries, Chick-fil-a, the Bronx Zoo, and most of all the thrill of just being together.

We were able to go and have formal pictures made yesterday afternoon that were amazing. We ordered a bizillion so guess what everyone is getting for the next major holiday? I will be looking over pictures and reliving the moment for a very long time.

I'm sure there is a balance here some where. I love the extended time together created by the distance...but I hate the distance that keeps us apart for holidays and birthdays.

We leave this afternoon to take them to the airport. Keep them in your prayers as they fly back today. I'll be by to visit with you tomorrow.

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What's Christmas without family!
Thursday, December 27, 2007
The Star of our Christmas Tree!

Christmas Eve in the Big Apple

Suzy, Tim and Andy in New York

Our New York Kids

Our Canadians !
Christmas in November!

Me and my mom

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Happy Birthday Jerry
Monday, November 19, 2007


Today is my birthday and I'm surrounded by my whole family except son-in-law Jerry. Jerry and I share many things in common (especially love for Becky and Emma!) We also share the same birthday! This year for my birthday he let me spend it with Becky and Emma.

Thank you sweet boy for the marvelous gift of time. Time is my love language and I couldn't have asked for a better gift. I do feel the tiniest bit guilty but I'm sure it will pass.

Emma sends you open mouth kisses and big grins. Becky sends lots of love and believe me she misses you. I'll send my birthday card and gift home with them. Hope you are celebrated today.
Know that we all miss you and wish you were here.

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Wordless Wednesday....Emma's first cold
Wednesday, April 04, 2007
Awww....look at that little face! Make it better Daddy!

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Emma and her parents!
Thursday, February 22, 2007
Just got this wonderful family portrait of my Canadians!

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Meet my Emma!
Friday, January 19, 2007

Finally, they are here. First pictures of our beautiful grandchild Emma.

The family just got home tonight and Darling Daughter states that they are all settling into their cozy nest.

It seems that Emma does have a temper and is already make her voice heard. I'm wondering if she will be a little spitfire like her momma.

As you can see she already has her Daddy wrapped around her little finger .

Mom looks as exhausted as Emma after a sleepless night and 90 minutes of pushing. No wonder they call it labor.

Darling Daughter was on the phone with us as we got our first peek at Emma. What a sweetheart.

More pictures are promised tomorrow. Sweet dreams Emma and let your momma and daddy get some sleep too.

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More Baby Shopping
Thursday, December 21, 2006
Yesterday while we were baby shopping Becky found a rocking basket holder. Her lovely neighbor and landlady loaned her a "Moses Wicker Basket" for her baby.

Apparently all of her children slept in it and all of her grandchildren. They have a lovely tradition of signing the bottom of the basket. It says , "We slept here- 5 Wiemken Babies" Lori-1956, Tim-1958, Jay-1960, Kari-1964, Amy-1966

John Paul-1968
Austin 1996
Logan 2006
Hazel-2006

They have been invited to sign the bottom of the basket with the name of their little one. What a sweet tradition and how lovely to be taken into their family tradition. Thank you Heather,

It was hard to get Becky and Jerry to pose by the baby bed.....aren't they going to be good looking parents?

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Highlights of our trip to Canada!
Saturday, June 25, 2005

Eating out at a French bistro
Originally uploaded by Momma B.

New Experiences....Fresh Outlooks

As an advid list maker I was compelled to start a list of what I wanted to do and see while in Canada. Here's my list:

1. Hug my daughter! (those 6 months between hugs are rough on momma's)

2. Greet and get to know my new son-in-law.

3. Attend Becky and Jerry's wedding reception for friends and family.

4. Visit Becky's favorite "haunts" in Saskatoon.

5. Eat Poutine!

6. See a Mountie!

7. Bring back Saskatoon Berry Syrup!

8. Meet Becky and Jerry's friends.

9. Go to Becky's house church.

10. Meet Jerry's family.

Was I able to complete my list? Absolutely! What a fabulous time we had. Jerry is a Keeper! What a wonderful addition to our family. It felt really good to see them both at the airport and that first hug was a welcomed experience. What a delightful surprise to find out that Jerry is a great hugger and see my sweet "beaming" Becky.

New experiences can be frightening but mine were fantastic! Not only did I complete my list but we were able to do even more than I ever imagined. Here are some of my "surprises".

1. Falling instantly and completely for Jerry.

2. Being able to see a pure look of joy and delight on the face of my child.

3. Going to a Thai restruant and actually liking the food!

4. Going to the "Berry Barn", eating perogies, and Saskatoon berry pie!

5. Seeing some of the most gorgeous flowers I've ever seen in my life!

6. Liking Becky's friends and feeling good about her being so far away.

7. Enjoying their house church and being impressed with the quality of worship and Bible study.

8. Going to Regina.

9. Seeing the museums and taking lots of pictures.

10. Envying my daughter's grocery store!

11. Finding out for myself that they are eating healthy.

12. Being able to relax and actually read a book!

13. Seeing my hubby's face light up at antique cars and tractors!

14. Being able to "visualize" my Becky as she goes through her day.

15. Finally feeling Becky has found her "safe landing place" in Jerry.

New experiences, new outlooks........fond memories, warm hearts....(sigh)

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