Happy 1st Birthday, Jada!

 It truly feels as if it was only yesterday I was announcing you were born.  I cannot believe how quickly this year flew by.  Who would have thought such a tiny, little person could bring so much joy, happiness and love into all of our lives?  You are so sweet, funny and smart.  I can always count on you to brighten my day with just one look into those pretty almond eyes of yours.  May God continue to you bless you today and always.  Happy 1st Birthday Jada!  We love you more than you could ever imagine.

Love always,

Titi Erica & Tio Chris

click here to see Jada's newborn pics

"Cake Smash" pictures taken by Chris (my hubby).

A Hello Kitty 1st Birthday

 As mentioned here this past weekend we had an early celebration for my niece's first birthday, Hello Kitty style.  Seriously, what girl doesn't love that cute kitty?  Getting together with our extended family is always a great and memorable time.  Here are just a few shots of the day...

 {another gorgeous Dominican cake courtesy of Jada's abuela}

 {delicious Hello Kitty cookies made by Jillian}

 {baby and mama}

 {Hello Kitty cakepops and chocolate covered marshmallows made by yours truly}

{proud parents}

Scenes From The Weekend

{homemade Late Night Snack ice cream sandwiches}

Sorry for the lack of pictures, but this weekend was full of party planning for my niece's first birthday party.  I truly can't believe she is going to be a year old in less than two weeks!  On another note if you have yet to try Ben & Jerry's Late Night Snack I have no idea what you are waiting for.  Chocolate covered potato chip clusters and salted caramel...HELLO!!

{Jada truly looked like a toddler to me this past weekend...tear, tear ; /}

Jada Amerie

 I'm sorry everyone, you will have to forgive me as I am mildly OBSESSED with my new niece.  She has brought so much joy and love into our lives.  I had to share some pics from the day after she was born.  She's such a sweet baby.

BTW, thank you so much for all of your congrats and kind words!

{iPhone pic}

Jada wearing a flower headband Auntie Erica made her.  I think it will look better in a few months as she grows into it ; )

All is Full of Love

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I am so very proud to say that yesterday my sister Jillian and her boyfriend Vinny welcomed their beautiful daughter Jada Amerie into this world.  All I can tell you is that I literally feel like my heart is going to explode because it's so full of love right now.  As soon as I held her in my arms for the first time I started to bawl; and yes, it was the UGLY cry. 

Jillian, I can't put into words how proud of you I am.  Girl, you are a trooper and a superwoman.  Thank you so much for blessing all of our lives with this new little angel.  I love you, Vinny, and Jada with all my heart.

Let the spoiling begin!