A Week in Pictures
After a wonderful trip, we're finally settled back in our nest. It was one of the nicest trips "home" I've ever taken. My parents just moved into their brand new house, and we so enjoyed staying there and spending time with them.
It was COLD and snowy and fun. As you can see, Sam's winter hat photo shoot didn't last too long .......
Big brother Mario however, was more than happy to pose for the camera before his big sledding expedition with Papa and Grandpa.
I love this picture. He had so much fun!
Sam's Baptism was a special day. He wore the beautiful gown that George was baptized in in Italy back in 1967. It is all hand sewn and the laces and silk ribbons are just gorgeous. As I got him dressed I thought, This must be what it's like to dress a little girl. It's definitely the frilliest thing he'll ever wear!
Here is the jacket that goes over the gown.
The Baptism must have worn him out. Sleepy Sam and me.
And, now it's back to work for me. This week, I've been packing up the orders that were placed while I was gone. I plan to get it all done by the weekend. If you are waiting on an order, I thank you for your patience.....it's on the way!
Hi Andrea,
Glad you had such a nice time.
The kids look so adorable.
Don't work too hard!!
Have a good rest of the week,
Rosemary
Posted by: Rosemary | March 05, 2008 at 10:37 AM
Oh my gosh, those pictures of your boys are SO PRECIOUS!! You have two adorable little kids on your hands :)
Posted by: Karen | March 05, 2008 at 10:40 AM
Welcome back, Andrea! Oh, the photos are so sweet, so beautiful. Thank you for sharing:)
Posted by: Leah C. | March 05, 2008 at 11:04 AM
what sweet little boys you have!!
they are just adorable!
oxoxox,
jessi
Posted by: jessi nagy | March 05, 2008 at 11:09 AM
Your children are absolutely beautiful Andrea...Enjoy every moment with them!!!:)
Posted by: Ann | March 05, 2008 at 11:26 AM
Your boys are so beautiful! :)
Posted by: Joy | March 05, 2008 at 11:40 AM
Your boys are perfection, sweetie! =0]
Posted by: Andie | March 05, 2008 at 12:02 PM
The boys are as gorgeous as ever.
Posted by: Sarah | March 05, 2008 at 12:27 PM
The pictures of the boys are priceless. I'm so glad the baptism went well...looks like Sam got a little worn out. The baptism dress is gorgeous too.
Posted by: Alice | March 05, 2008 at 01:36 PM
Andrea looks like fun when you go back home.
Love the pics. of the boys.
How wonderful to have a baptisimal gown to hand down.
Alison
Posted by: Alison Gibbs | March 05, 2008 at 02:24 PM
You have beautiful children Andrea, Sam is getting so big!!
Posted by: Genevieve Greco | March 05, 2008 at 02:53 PM
Beautiful children. The first picture of Sam looks just like your picture to left of him. Glad you had a good trip
Posted by: Glenda | March 05, 2008 at 03:29 PM
Oh my...how precious is that lil Sam! How I miss that age...and Mario looks so grown up! Too cute!
Posted by: brianadiller | March 05, 2008 at 03:44 PM
Andrea...
I don't think I've ever seen cuter kids...really...now mine were and still are cute...but I'm telling you...yours are just the cutest!
Mario looks like he is so grown up in that picture...and Sam...too cute in the overalls and warm hat.
I LOVE the christening gown..I am sure it makes your husband and his family very proud that each son has worn it...and Sam was breathtaking in his mommies arms. My grandmother made one for my brother, me and my sister...we all three wore it at our baptisms. It was all handmade, too...the handwork on it is incredible. I was the lucky one who got to keep it...I have it upstairs hanging on a small wooden childs hanger...and I love it! I think possibly I should have it framed to preserve it...but I so love looking it over from time to time...it has a slip and dress and the cutest little hand crocheted shoes to go with it.
Enjoy your week...
Blessings...
Teresa
Posted by: Teresa | March 05, 2008 at 04:34 PM
Adorable!!! I love the easter eggs you have done. Hope to see if you sell them in your store. We have very similar taste and I have loved reading your blog!
Have a great day!
Posted by: BallerinaGurl | March 05, 2008 at 05:21 PM
A-
We missed you!
We're glad you enjoyed your time w/ your family.
All our Best,
K&D
Posted by: Kara | March 05, 2008 at 07:08 PM
I just clicked on your site and have to admit I let out a little gasp. I guess I just wasn't expecting one of the cutest faces ever to be staring back at me. And Mario, bundled up from head to toe...you must be in heaven!
Posted by: Kathy Jacobson | March 05, 2008 at 07:57 PM
I agree with Kara - your site came up and I just couldn't believe the adorable little face smiling back at me!! Thanks for the pick me up - what adorable boys!!
Posted by: Meghan | March 05, 2008 at 08:35 PM
Those babies are works of art!
Posted by: Trisha Evans | March 05, 2008 at 10:45 PM
your boys are absolutely ADORABLE! sounds like you had a lovely trip back home... =) debbie
Posted by: debbie | March 05, 2008 at 10:57 PM
You have the most beautiful children! Don't you jyst love the way a baby smells? I miss that!
Posted by: Michelle | March 05, 2008 at 11:51 PM
You have the most beautiful children! Don't you just love the way a baby smells? I miss that!
Posted by: Michelle | March 05, 2008 at 11:51 PM
Welcome back. What cute kids! I love christenings and gowns that are passed down in the family. I made one for my niece when she was born and it's been used in many family christenings.
Posted by: Suzanne - The Farmer's Wife | March 06, 2008 at 08:59 AM
How wonderful! your boys are so adorable and what a wonderful time ! Dont you just love being Italian. I am so pround of my Italian heritage too! Hugs,Angelina
Posted by: angelina | March 06, 2008 at 10:24 AM
god bless that sweet little angel!
Posted by: stacy | March 06, 2008 at 04:10 PM