30 years!!

30 years ago today, Eliza Marie came into our lives!

We were delighted to once again have a baby in the house.

We've chronicled all the important events in her life, and there are lots of happy memories.

She set this up - and was pleased with her efforts.  Eliza was a creative child - and now she's a creative young woman!!

We often called them "the little kids" as opposed to the "big kids" who were around.  It was fun - and good training for the "big kids" to learn about taking care of kids.

A happy teen.  It was so hard to send her off to college at the tender age of 17!!  But she handled it just fine.

Now she's the mom of three cute kids.  And she's a wonderful mother!!

Her cute husband Matt - we are so glad to have him in the family.  We've always appreciated her good taste.

A fave photo of mine from Harry and Dawn's wedding. 

Much like Phoebe's arrival after 5 long years, Eliza's arrival after 6 years was a special time in our lives.  We've always felt that she was worth the wait!!  Every child has come into our home on their own special terms - and we have been delighted to welcome them all!!

Bonny and Phoebe celebrated turning 30 with month-long celebrations.  If you do too, be sure to let us know how much fun you had!!

Here's to the next 30 years - and all the joy and adventure they will undoubtedly bring!!