I 've realized I blog a lot more when my blog is set on private, so that's where it's going.  I think I have everyone's email I had before, now you will just need to sign in.   If not let me know.

Time got away from me and Christmas activity overwhelmed my blogging mind.

So instead of trying to catch up all at once, I will try to do it little by little.  

Here is malia on her first birthday.   If I had to define joy, I'd draw her face.  She fills my heart to the brim with happiness.  Thanks for coming to us Malia!