; Our Joyful Blessings: Our Visit To See Aunt Jill and Uncle Scott

Tuesday, September 30, 2008

Our Visit To See Aunt Jill and Uncle Scott

This past weekend was very special J.R. and I. We visited my best friend Jill and her amazing family in Pennsylvania. God did not bless me with a biological sister, however, he did bless me with Jill who is more than a sister to me.

Jill is totally amazing. She has seven children and is currently waiting on her eighth child who is coming from Ethiopia. It's amazing to see how she is able to handle her children with such ease. I have four at home who are very good kids, however, they do not come close to being as obidient and well behaved (except for one)...

We spent three days together. Her sweet daughter Lexi gave us a mini-spa evening on Friday night. This young lady is kind, sweet, caring and beautiful. I finally got to meet Jill's dear husband. What an experience that was. I was able to see what a kind, caring person he is. He's an amazing father and husband. I'm so happy to have had three days with them both. Scott you make the BEST pancakes I've ever had!

We went to Philadelphia on Saturday and visited the Franklin Insitute Museum of Science. That was such an amazing place to visit. All the kids, as well as the adults, had a marvalous time. They had a special pirate exhibit that we enjoyed.

One of the highlights of my trip was discovering that J.R. needed to be just like the big boys as it relates to using the potty. Yes, it's true, he became fully potty trained in ONE day. Uncle Scott helped out and wahhhlaaa DONE DEAL! He has NOT had one single accident since!

Jill and I have now come to an agreement as it pertains to visitations. We will be visiting each other every 5-6 months (taking turns) doing so. So, she will be coming to see us in February. I have a wonderful time planned!!!!!

I was able to capture some wonderful memories of this years trip to visit my BFF and her BEATIFUL family.

Thank you my dear friend for receiving us with such open arms. I know we will be friends forever.

















3 comments:

Unknown said...

OK TEARS!

I am totally honored and humbled to be called your Sister!

I love you so much and had the best time with you and JR!

I can't wait to bring the girls down to visit you and your family!

You are such a wonderful house guest and made it so easy to spend time with you.

You are right about one thing - bring your children to Uncle Scott and he will have them in good shape in NO time! LOL!

We are so proud of you JR! We knew you could do it!!!!

Can't wait to hold you in my arms again little man and this time you will be begging me not to leave you! :)

Mandy and Alexis keep giving Mommy hugs for us until we get there!

Love you all very much!
Jill aka Aunt Jill

Ana said...

Welcome home. Glad to read that your trip to visit Jill was a true and wonderful blessing!

There are friends that God brings into our lives that are closer than a brother -- or in this case -- sister!

And it's great that JR is now completely potty trained. Maybe, we can schedule a visit with Uncle Scott when Alberto and Julian are ready? :-)

Jenna said...

What a beautiful family. Thanks for posting your blog info.