Meet the girls

Before I get into the story, perhaps a record of the girls right now would be in order.



Paige is 5, though more grown up in many ways, and younger than 5 in others. To say she is daddy's girl is the understatement of the century. Her current fascinations include: the country, swimming, me having another baby (she'd prefer 6 at once thanks to John and Kate Plus 8), and preparing to start kindergarten.

Emma is my little angel. She is empathetic in nature where Paige is highly intelligent. Not to say Emma isn't as smart, I've definitely got two Rhodes Scholars in the making, but Emma isn't quite as gregarious. As she grows into toddler hood, she loves Spongebob, playing with her Little People toys and trying to keep up with Paige.


The girls are my life, but I must admit, they can be difficult at times. They go, go, go where I'm a little more laid back. Mike works long hours and I try to keep them engaged as much as possible while maintaining our home. There just don't seem to be enough hours in the day! But as tired as I can be, I love being able to watch them grow and flourish under my watchful eyes. Which leads me to the heartbreak that is coming.