I know it seems silly but I am blogging about my new computer bag!!  While we were out of town, Shirley my mother-in-law bought me a Vera Bradley computer bag.  I normally just carry my computer in Justin's hand me down Wells Fargo bag or a Wells bag that I got from work this year.  I will have to say, this one is MUCH nicer and my pretty pink computer looks much better in it!!  Thanks Shirley!!  You know me too well!!

While visiting my mom, on Saturday we wanted to take Madalyn back to the Gulf for one last chance to swim.  While we were at the Sea Rim park, mom, Madalyn and I started gathering some shells.  We brought back a large bag of them and while I was cleaning them today I noticed the bowl was moving.  There was still a crab in one of them so now we have our very own fresh caught hermit crab!!!  I kind of felt bad for the little guy because he was in that plastic bag for over 24 hours when I finally got around to cleaning them.  We ran to Petsmart and got him a tank and food.  He seems to be doing okay for now but our hopes aren't too high that he'll be around forever.

His name is Kroger Krab!!  He's in the black shell.

This weekend we took our first family trip to see Grandma in Orange.  I have been there several times over the last few years and Justin has even gone a time or two.  This was the first time Madalyn got to go and she had a wonderful time!!  We got to enjoy being near the water, going over the huge bridges, Grandma's FABULOUS cooking and just getting to hang out with my mom.  It was fun and we look forward to going back again.

Our attempt at a family picture on the way down there.

Madalyn on the ferry to Galveston.  She loved the big ships.

The other ferry passing us on the way to dock.

Of course Madalyn loved the water.  She would become a fish if I'd let her.

Madalyn and Grandma at Sea Rim State Park looking for sea shells.

Madalyn and Molly.  The best dog (besides Max) I have ever met.

I can hardly beleive it's been 3 years since Madalyn had her craniotomy.  It seems like just yesterday we were going through the heartache of hearing our little angel would have to go through such an invasive operation that had a whole list of complications.  After many sleepless nights and more prayers than I can remember, we made it through and most importantly Madalyn made it through.  So far she hasn't had ANY of the side affects that were associated with a surgery like this and besides yearly visits to her plastic surgeon, neurosurgeon and optometrist, she is free and clear of any future surgeries!!  Below are some pictures that I promise not to share anymore after this year:)

Madalyn and Daddy getting ready for the anesthesiologist.

After an almost 9 hour surgery, this was my first look at Madalyn once she was done.  Needless to say, there wasn't a dry eye in the room.

The next morning in ICU.  Seeing your baby like this is hard.  Especially when there's not much you can do!!

On the red wagon the way to her private room from ICU. 

This is her ear to ear incision.  Her doctor was fabulous and didn't have to cut any of her hair.

Just a couple of days later with Daddy in the hospital.  She was still on pain meds but was pretty happy when she was awake even though it took about 6 days for her to see again.

We were finally at home and this is the first time she was able to see.  She was very excited to have a little bit of her vision back.

This was about the ninth day at home. 

This was taken 2 weeks after her surgery.  The swelling stayed for about a year and then finally went away:)

The many faces of Madalyn Looney...

sweet

scarey

silly

sad

crazy

These were taken last weekend when Kate brought Aiden over for some pictures.  Sometimes Madalyn is a complete loon when it comes to others being over.  Aiden was having his pictures done and this was going on in the background almost the entire time!!  So of course I had to take a few of her and this is what she gave me!!  No sweet smiles just full craziness!!  I love it!!

Sometimes, even Princesses get sick!!

Thank you to everyone that has been supporting me on my photography and letting me be there to share in your families memories.  This month and next I am offering a family special.  If interested just give me a call or email for the best times and dates!!