A Visit From Larkyn's China Sisiter

Since returning from China two years ago we have not always been able to keep in touch with all the family who travelled with us. We have made a point of keeping in touch with Larkyn's two China Sister's who are the same age and who grew up in the same orphanage, and in truth were the only family each other new before being adopted.

None of us live in the same province but we have all managed to keep in touch either by phone, skype or email.

In September Claudia, Simon and Madi came out west to visit us in Calgary. After visiting with us they were off to Burnaby to visit Rachel.

We had a wonderful visit. We took them to Heritage Park, and the girls had a blast. I truly hope these little girls will keep in touch for many years to come. They all have an amazing story that ended with each one of them finding there forever families...

Larkyn and Madi Playing in the leaves

Simon, Claudia and Madi waiting for there turn on the Ferris Wheel

Triple Flip Stylist "Kendal"

Dear Kendal:

Adding my link to the blog and facebook would be fine.
What a small world that you found my blog. Reegan can't wait to see her pictures!!!!

Enjoy Your Day

Wendy

Our Triple Flip Girl

One of Reegan's favorite stores is called Triple Flip. Twice a year the girls who purchase clothes from the store can enter there name into a draw and if they are one of the lucky 24, they get to be the next Flip girls for the next seasons clothing line. Just over a week ago I received an email that Reegan's name had been chosen... She was very excited... Three days later she was getting her hair and make-up done, getting reading for her big shoot. All 24 girls will be on there web site in a few weeks and some if not all the girls pictures will be in the store as display pictures... What a great moment for all the girls .. Triple Flip made them ALL feel so beautiful and special...

http://www.tripleflip.ca/

Reegan is being interviewed

Getting her hair and make-up done.

Larkyn's Third Birthday

I know it's been forever since I last posted... My sister will now be happy she's been sending me mean comments wanting to KNOW when I planned on updating my blog.

Our little peanut Miss Larkyn turned 3 this August. She still isn't sure what to think about the cake and candles but she's getting into opening her gifts...

Three year's old where does the time go... She's is such a wonderful little girl !!!!

Reegan Riding Ally

She's doing amazing!!!

What Make's A Perfect Picture????

A Picture with Madonna holding a Louis Vuitton hand bag!!!!

End Of Year Recital!

This is Reegan's fourth year in dance. This year she decided to take Jazz instead of ballet. At the end of the year her dance studio has a big recital for all to attend... Reegan and the rest of her class did an amazing job on stage.

I just love her attitude when she's dancing or preforming.

No to be out done by his sister Ryker decide to show a few of his moves!!!

Two Years Ago

We had our first look at our newest family member. Hard to believe she was ever that small.

Puppy Week !!!

Kaos 11 Weeks Old 75% Lab

Clifford months 50% board collie

Here's a better picture of Taz !!!

Serously these are just three out of 17 dogs right now that need forever homes check out the rest of the animials that need good homes.

http://www.calgaryhumane.ca

Larkyn

Swimming In The Pool

Summer Is Finally HERE!!!!

My Two Beautiful Girls

It didn't take Larkyn long to get the hang of water wings. She's all over the pool now.

I've just started to volunteer once a week for the Calgary SPCA as a dog walker. Today I had the privilege of walking these wonderful dogs.

Miss Clara 100% bluehealer. At 10 years old she is a great dog.. I only spent a small amount of time with her in her kennel but on the leash she was perfect.

Miss Chloe 50% Border Collie. This lovely 6 year old just loves her stuffed turtle.. She was making a lot of noice just before I entered her kennel but once inside she was wonderful. On the leash she was even better. After our walk I enjoyed sitting outside with her on the bench for some one on one time. She will make a lovely pet for someone.

Last but NOT least there's MR. TAZ, he's 50% Rottweiler and is a VERY large dog... Taz appears to have been at the shelter the longest, and until today I hadn't had a chance to walk him. I wouldn't be lying if I told you his size was a tad intimidating, but I walked into his kennel calm and assertive. What a wonderful surprise Taz is.. his calm nature was not what I was expecting. He leashed up wonderfully and on the walk was a perfect gentlemen. He has the most beautiful face. I think this big guy is just misunderstood, all people see when they come into the shelter looking for a dog is his size and breed. With Taz, looks defiantly can be deceiving.

If you want more info on these dogs here's were you can find them.

CALGARY HUMANE SOCIETY

www.calgaryhumane.ca

Only 5 Lessons And Look At Her Go!!

Birdwatching

Very recently I have started to put some bird feeder's out to see what kinds of birds we could attract in our area. Most days my feeders are filled with House Sparrow's, Brewer's Blackbirds, the occasional House Finch and my favorites the Red-Winded Blackbird. That was until today when this little fellow decided to dine her for lunch. He is a Western Tanager. His colour was so amazing I wasn't sure if I was seeing correctly. I was rushing around the house trying to find my telephoto lens in the hopes of getting a picture of him. He finally gave me the perfect pose, I hope he comes back again.