August 15, 2013

literally sky high.....


as i write this, our sweet girl is up in the air and getting closer to australia every minute. saying good-bye yesterday was bittersweet and oh yes, i was right about the tears...from all three of us.

we are so incredibly proud of her and the wings she has grown, but gosh, she's an easy one to miss having around. with all the changes in her life, we have been blessed to have had her living back home with us for the past five months and we just don't understand any parent who groans when their child moves back in for awhile. she's been nothing but pure joy and laughter...mixed with a whole bunch of "smart ass" just to keep us on our toes.


totally gorgeous, right?


grand-parent loving




multiple ways of cousin loving



mom-dad-brother loving


her littlest cousin...when headbands go awry.
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so here's to our daughter... 
may this new adventure be everything you've dreamed it could be and even more.
we love you so much and are more proud of you than you'll ever know.
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23 comments:

  1. Beautiful family, Beth... :-)

    Now I sure hope you keep us posted on the Australian adventures of this brave young woman.
    Maybe she could start a blog! - Down Under! :-)


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  2. At first I thought it was you with brown hair....you could be twins! Congrats to your daughters next adventure....I know as a mom she will be missed.

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  3. What a beautiful family! Gorgeous photographs.

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  4. Beautiful photos and what an amazing adventure to be embarking on.

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  5. I love how she's flying Beth -- not just in the air but on those wings you and her father so carefully helped her to grow and mold and define. Every reason to be proud...she's a treasure. xo

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  6. Safe travels to your baby girl (they're always our babies) and heart hugs to mama.

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  7. YES YES YES...totally gorgeous ! What an opportunity of a lifetime !! Safe and healthy journey!

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  8. My precious 16 year old daughter leaves for London next week for 6 months..... I can really relate to this post!!!! beautiful pics.
    We live in Australia, it is a great place!

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    1. Hi Beth, Yes we are in Sydney but it is about 10 hours south of Brisbane, your daughter sounds like she may be on our beautiful East coast but not in a major city. We are planning our family photos today, there still seems so much to do before her departure. Thanks for the chat. Maxine

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  9. They say you need to give a child roots and wings and obviously you and your hubby have done your job...She's a beautiful young woman and I hope the very best with new endeavors...Such happy family shots...

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  10. I love every photo in this post! What a gorgeous family you have! And now growing and going. Save travels and much joy in this new adventure!

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  11. That house looks almost exactly like my friend's parents' home. Freaked me out for a second!

    Good luck to your daughter!!

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  12. Incredible photos!!! Hey, you even got in front of that lens!! Gorgeous family, beautiful love. Sigh.

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  13. You have such a beautiful family.

    How much did you cry while you were writing this post cuz I cried while reading it. xo

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  14. You have such a beautiful family. The beauty shines from within as well.

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  15. I wish her well and plenty of JOY.
    Safe travels too.

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  16. I mean seriously.......what modeling agency does your WHOLE FAMILY work for?

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  17. That's a whole lot of lovin' goin' on. Happy times to shore you up. xo Jenny

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  18. Your daughter is a total 'mini me' of YOU. Gorgeous... your entire family. Oh, and I love the head band gone awry shot! LOL

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  19. This post... so much love and all those smiles. How exciting for her.

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  20. Oh, how exciting for her and all of you! I know it's bittersweet, but what an adventure! I have two back at home now and I admit, I'm enjoying it, despite the extra furniture and boxes everywhere.

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  21. That chair picture is my fave. Good luck to your girl ~

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  22. I agree with Diane... she looks so much like you!
    Wonderful pictures. There is so much love in your family.

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**I love reading the comments you leave, as they make me feel like we're sitting in my kitchen, having a cup of tea, discussing life and wondering where all the time has gone ...beth