One year ago today we lost a dear family member. We still talk about her and cry for her. We still long to cuddle with her and stroke her soft fur. We will never forget.
Below is the post from last year and the video we made to share with our friends and family. Hug your pets today!
Dear Kalli,
I didn't tell you enough how much I love you. I didn't tell you enough how sitting with you calmed me. I didn't tell you how you were my first baby and I loved you like you were my very own. I'm sorry I didn't tell you these things but I hope you knew them.
Petting your head and back. Sloppy kisses. Those deep, dark brown eyes. Cuddling on the couch. Laying in bed. I'll miss you. We'll all miss you.
You lived a full life in your 10 years with us. You went on vacations, had doggy sleep-overs, woodsy walks and snacks galore. You were loved by many and missed by more.
We will always cherish our time with you, Buddha. We'll never forget!
Wednesday, January 06, 2010
Friday, January 01, 2010
Welcome 2010!
So many things happen in the course of a year, some great and some sad. 2009 was no different. I won't bore everyone with a rehash of the Kramers' 2009, but I wanted to take a moment as the first day of 2010 draws to a close to reflect on these now memories. And while time continues on, I will carry these memories forward.
Happy New Year!
Here's to a wonderfully blessed 2010!
Kevin, Jennifer and Isabella Kramer
Happy New Year!
Here's to a wonderfully blessed 2010!
Kevin, Jennifer and Isabella Kramer
Monday, December 28, 2009
Friday, December 25, 2009
Wednesday, November 11, 2009
Halloween 2009
I finally downloaded pictures from my camera from Halloween. We got a lot of use out of Isabella's Dalmatian costume this year. We went trick-or-treating at out local shopping plaza; went to Boo at the Cleveland Zoo with other Guattots, Grandma Mary, Papa Steve and Aunt Julie; visited neighbors at our place with the Dowlers; and went trick-or-treating with her cousins at Grandma Sue's and Papa Al's house. We painted pumpkins, passed out treats at the Harvest Party at school and visited a pumpkin patch with Isabella's preschool class.
Sunday, September 27, 2009
Yes, we are alive
With everyone on Facebook, I sometimes feel that the blog is outdated. By the time I think to write a blog post, I've already spilled the news on Facebook or Twitter. But I know I want to keep the blog; I just don't know what it's purpose will be as I move forward.
That said, for those who may not be on Facebook or Twitter, I'm recovering from, yes another, back surgery. Isabella and I are staying with my parents while I'm in therapy because our house has too many stairs. I'm working from home since I have such a flexible job with the university. In fact, everyone at the office has been so accommodating. I'm truly blessed to work there.
Isabella started her second year of preschool a few weeks ago and loves it. She will begin bible school next weekend. She's still active in gymnastics and swimming, and we're looking for another sport to try this winter.
If you need to catch up with us between blog posts, visit me on Facebook - Jennifer Gaylord Kramer. Thanks for checking in!
That said, for those who may not be on Facebook or Twitter, I'm recovering from, yes another, back surgery. Isabella and I are staying with my parents while I'm in therapy because our house has too many stairs. I'm working from home since I have such a flexible job with the university. In fact, everyone at the office has been so accommodating. I'm truly blessed to work there.
Isabella started her second year of preschool a few weeks ago and loves it. She will begin bible school next weekend. She's still active in gymnastics and swimming, and we're looking for another sport to try this winter.
If you need to catch up with us between blog posts, visit me on Facebook - Jennifer Gaylord Kramer. Thanks for checking in!
Sunday, August 09, 2009
Saturday, August 01, 2009
Vaction Day #2 - Magic Kingdom
We got to go on rides, meet characters and princesses, see parades and play in the rain. Then we had fun swimming and eating dinner and ice cream with family in Florida. This is a day I wish we could repeat!
Magic Kingdom (July 2009)
Magic Kingdom (July 2009)
Saturday, July 25, 2009
Day One - Downtown Disney
The day we flew to Florida we visited Downtown Disney after checking in at the resort.
Getting in the plane in Akron
Waiting for take off
Waiting for the bus to pick us up in Orlando
Checking in. Bella got the royal treatment since we were there to celebrate her birthday.
Bella wanted to stay at the Dalmatian Hotel. Here's Perdita guarding our building.
Mickey left her his mark on her bed.
Lucky was outside our building.
Waiting to be seated at the Rainforest Cafe.
Picture with Dad
The princesses are in paradise.
Lego Dalmatian
Riding the Mery-go-Round
Sunday, July 19, 2009
Safe and Sound
We're home after a nearly two week trip to Florida. More than 1,000 pics to upload, categorize and label. So check back in a few days for highlights from our trip.
Wednesday, July 01, 2009
Swimming Lessons
Isabella is enjoying her newest level of swimming lessons. Maybe it's because she's one-on-one with the instructor. Instead of canceling the class after only Isabella enrolled, the center allowed her to work solo with the teacher. She progressed much quicker with the undivided attention.
Friday, June 19, 2009
Guatemala 900 Media Coverage
Parents protest delays in adopting Guatemalan kids - Americas - MiamiHerald.com
Source: www.miamiherald.com
When Rhonda Felgenhauer and her husband Phil decided to adopt a second baby in Guatemala, she never thought the process would take her to Washington, D.C. to protest what has became a torturous and expensive ordeal of securing the legal rights to their daughter, Julia.
Parents Fight to Have Children Freed From Guatemalan Orphanages - washingtonpost.com
Source: www.washingtonpost.com
More than a year and a half after Paul Kvinda and his wife began what they expected would be a seven-month process to adopt a newborn girl from Guatemala, little Marcela and an estimated 700 other children are languishing in orphanages there as their cases wend through a maze of legal hurdles and...
Source: www.miamiherald.com
When Rhonda Felgenhauer and her husband Phil decided to adopt a second baby in Guatemala, she never thought the process would take her to Washington, D.C. to protest what has became a torturous and expensive ordeal of securing the legal rights to their daughter, Julia.
Parents Fight to Have Children Freed From Guatemalan Orphanages - washingtonpost.com
Source: www.washingtonpost.com
More than a year and a half after Paul Kvinda and his wife began what they expected would be a seven-month process to adopt a newborn girl from Guatemala, little Marcela and an estimated 700 other children are languishing in orphanages there as their cases wend through a maze of legal hurdles and...
Wednesday, June 17, 2009
Guatemala 900 Campaign
Take Notice! The march is today!
The Guatemala 900 Campaign is a SERIES OF ACTIONS that calls attention to the stagnation of the approximately 900 remaining Guatemalan adoptions that were begun before 2008. The Guatemala 900 Campaign asks that the US and Guatemalan governments take immediate steps to deliver timely due process and transparency for the children who wait to join their future families. It is imperative that these cases do not languish while children wait in limbo, losing their childhood one day, month, and year at a time...... We strive to take steps that will ensure all grandfathered cases will be processed to completion by January 31, 2010.
On January 1, 2008, adoptions in Guatemala abruptly changed from a privately run system to a government run entity. The 5000 adoptions that were “in process” at the time were “grandfathered” to finish under the laws in which they began. The childrens’ cases were promised to be expeditiously processed in a timely and reasonable manner, but now almost a year and a half later approximately 900 children are still waiting to join their families.
The Guatemala 900 campaign begins with the “Guatemala 900 March” on June 17 in Washington, DC. Later today there will be a Candlelight Vigil in front of the Guatemalan Embassy in which we will light 900 candles as a voice for the waiting children.
Family friends of a Guatemalan princess are representing us today at the march. Pray for the DiGirolamos and for the 900 children waiting to unite with their forever families.
The Guatemala 900 Campaign is a SERIES OF ACTIONS that calls attention to the stagnation of the approximately 900 remaining Guatemalan adoptions that were begun before 2008. The Guatemala 900 Campaign asks that the US and Guatemalan governments take immediate steps to deliver timely due process and transparency for the children who wait to join their future families. It is imperative that these cases do not languish while children wait in limbo, losing their childhood one day, month, and year at a time...... We strive to take steps that will ensure all grandfathered cases will be processed to completion by January 31, 2010.
On January 1, 2008, adoptions in Guatemala abruptly changed from a privately run system to a government run entity. The 5000 adoptions that were “in process” at the time were “grandfathered” to finish under the laws in which they began. The childrens’ cases were promised to be expeditiously processed in a timely and reasonable manner, but now almost a year and a half later approximately 900 children are still waiting to join their families.
The Guatemala 900 campaign begins with the “Guatemala 900 March” on June 17 in Washington, DC. Later today there will be a Candlelight Vigil in front of the Guatemalan Embassy in which we will light 900 candles as a voice for the waiting children.
Family friends of a Guatemalan princess are representing us today at the march. Pray for the DiGirolamos and for the 900 children waiting to unite with their forever families.
Monday, June 15, 2009
Her Birthday Day
With so much going on, I haven't posted pics from Isabella's actual birthday day! Here's a short video of the family at dinner, then home for gifts.
Isabella's Birthday 6/8/09
Isabella's Birthday 6/8/09
Wednesday, June 10, 2009
Snow in June?
I'm so tired of cottonwood. Our neighbor to the back has a huge cottonwood tree that "molts" the first few weeks of June every year. They aren't bothered by it, but Isabella and I are miserable from itchy, watery eyes and sneezing.
Tuesday, June 09, 2009
Zoo Weekend
We had an extended fun, but exhausting, 4th birthday weekend for Isabella. We visited both the Akron and Cleveland Zoos. Special thanks to the Hilkers for joining us at Akron and to Grandmas Mary and Sue who came along to Cleveland. Isabella had a blast!
Zoo Trips Weekend June 2009
Zoo Trips Weekend June 2009
Sunday, June 07, 2009
The Big Princess Party
Our Guatemalan Princess
Thank you for all the wonderful gifts for Isabella! All the kids seemed to enjoy the day. I can't believe Isabella turns four tomorrow :-(
Isabella's 4th B-day Party 6/6/09
Isabella's 4th B-day Party 6/6/09
The Princess and the Queen
Wednesday, May 27, 2009
Happy birthday, Kevin
Kevin turns 33 today! Happy birthday, honey!
We celebrated with his family on Sunday. Watch as he plays with all his girls.
Kevin's Birthday 5/27/09
We celebrated with his family on Sunday. Watch as he plays with all his girls.
Kevin's Birthday 5/27/09
Sunday, May 24, 2009
A Day at the Akron Zoo
We are taking advantage of a long weekend of beautiful weather starting with a day at the Akron Zoo. Enjoy!
A Day at the Akron Zoo 5/24/09
A Day at the Akron Zoo 5/24/09
Subscribe to:
Posts (Atom)