3: The parents.

Anyone who knows me knows I'm extremely close to my parents.  When we're not all under the same roof, it is not uncommon to speak multiple times a day.  Unhealthy?  Some might think that, but not me. 

There's nothing I can do or say (or buy) to thank my parents for their support and love and help over the past several months.  They've kept me sane when both kids have been sick, they've let me enjoy a couple of hours to myself, they've been there to give me a reality check when needed (and I've needed one more than once).  I love the way they love me, but even moreso, I love the way they love my babies.  There's nothing like watching your parents love your children...

These pics are wayyyyy old...taken the day Paul and I left Indiana after we got married and moved to our new home in Virginia.  Lots of tears shed that day!!