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A is for Ambrynn

January 17, 2008 By Carole

When I did the 2006 ABC Along I had a rule that I wouldn’t use any people for my letter posts. This time around, though, things are going to be different. I mean, really, how could I not choose my beautiful little granddaughter to represent the letter A in my life?

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This little angel stole my heart from the first time I saw her (you can read about that here, if you’d like) and I miss her desperately now that she has moved to Florida with her mom and dad. She’s 2 1/2 and time is passing too quickly. Her father tells us that she has developed quite a stubborn streak and the terrible twos have arrived in full force. But I’m her nana and it’s hard for me to imagine her as being anything other than sweet and lovable.

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Soon, though, I won’t have to imagine at all. You see, A is also for Airplane and on Saturday Dale and I will be boarding an airplane and flying to Florida for a little visit.

I’m so excited I can hardly stand it. Turns out A is also for Anticipation.

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  1. DebbieB says

    January 17, 2008 at 6:59 am

    A is also for Adorable. And for Awesome, which is what I think of your upcoming trip. Yay for Nana hugs!

  2. Carol says

    January 17, 2008 at 7:09 am

    There’s nothing terrible about Ambrynn! Have a great time with your babies!

  3. margene says

    January 17, 2008 at 7:35 am

    That’s just AWESOME! Enjoy your trip and your family!

  4. Kathy says

    January 17, 2008 at 7:50 am

    I was wondering what your “A” would be. My “A” is going up in the next day or so. Have an AMAZING time in Florida.

  5. Emily says

    January 17, 2008 at 8:17 am

    Yay! Have a fun trip! It’s not nearly as cold down here!

  6. Karen says

    January 17, 2008 at 8:17 am

    That is a great “A” post! Ambrynn is so cute. She’ll be so happy to see you and Dale. I bet you have a great time.

  7. Amy says

    January 17, 2008 at 8:18 am

    Yay! Florida and darling granddaughter! Wow, is she a cutie.

  8. Kate says

    January 17, 2008 at 8:23 am

    YAY for A!! I am soooo happy you are going to visit!!!

    Bring back sunshine, ok?? Oh, wait… Ambrynn IS sunshine!!

  9. Ruth says

    January 17, 2008 at 8:28 am

    The best “A” post ever! Ambrynn is such a cutie pie.

  10. Leslie says

    January 17, 2008 at 8:31 am

    And “A” is also for “awwww.” She’s adorable (another “A”)! Have a wonderful time.

  11. Kathy says

    January 17, 2008 at 8:31 am

    I was wondering what your “A” would be. My “A” is going up in the next day or so. Have an AMAZING time in Florida.

  12. Chris says

    January 17, 2008 at 8:32 am

    A will also be for your Arrival in Florida. Yay!!

  13. Kirsten says

    January 17, 2008 at 8:50 am

    Adorable!!! Have an Amazing trip!

  14. Deb says

    January 17, 2008 at 8:53 am

    I KNEW it!! I had a feeling that your little dolly was going to be your “A”. You just haven’t shared her with us for a while. Have an awesome time and do please give tons of bloggy hugs from all of us to Ambrynn!!

  15. Manise says

    January 17, 2008 at 8:59 am

    Perfectly awesome! Have a wonderful time!

  16. Ina says

    January 17, 2008 at 9:01 am

    Awesome A post! Have a great trip!!

  17. marianne says

    January 17, 2008 at 9:15 am

    Those are some fabulous ‘A’s! She is soooo cute!
    and gee, stubborn? like that’s a bad thing? heh.
    Have fun!

  18. Sara says

    January 17, 2008 at 9:19 am

    Hope you have a wonderful time in FLorida! I know you are so excited about seeing her! Great photos…and great A words!

  19. Hillary says

    January 17, 2008 at 9:30 am

    That’s a wonderful A. You must be so excited. I hope that you have a fabulous time on you trip.

  20. Danielle says

    January 17, 2008 at 9:30 am

    So cute. Especially her little face in the beach photo!

  21. Stacey says

    January 17, 2008 at 9:33 am

    Absolutely awesome and adorable! Have a great time. Can you box up some of that sun and warmth in FL and ship it here?

  22. Julie says

    January 17, 2008 at 9:37 am

    A is also for Awwwwwww! She’s adorable. I can just imagine how excited you are to head down there to get yourself an Ambrynn fix! Have fun.

  23. Wool Winder says

    January 17, 2008 at 10:18 am

    She’s adorable and I know you and Dale can’t wait to give her hugs and kisses. Have a great weekend in Florida!

  24. Kim says

    January 17, 2008 at 10:40 am

    How exciting for you to go to Florida for a visit. Lot’s of wonderful A’s in this post!

  25. Cheryl S. says

    January 17, 2008 at 10:56 am

    What a sweetie pie! Have a great trip.

  26. sandy says

    January 17, 2008 at 10:59 am

    Have a wonderful time visiting with Ambrynn. I know you were haveing some trouble with separation when they wer moving. I have three grands in NC and I know exactly how it feels. We go to see them in a month and i too cant wait. Enjoy your visit and make sure to take lots of pics. sandy

  27. Carrie says

    January 17, 2008 at 11:04 am

    My god she was carved in perfection out of cheesecake. What a sweet little thing. Have a great time, nana, and spoil her like crazy!

  28. Kat says

    January 17, 2008 at 11:15 am

    Safe travels!

    Can you bring some sunshine back with you? The SAD season is getting to me.

  29. Beth says

    January 17, 2008 at 11:16 am

    Oh Carole, how great that you get to visit! I am so happy for you.

  30. Lucia says

    January 17, 2008 at 11:55 am

    A-one news! You must be agog with avidity. (I had to dig for that one. I gotta start reading you earlier in the day.)

  31. Teresa C says

    January 17, 2008 at 12:02 pm

    A is for adorable. B is for blessed. Have a great time in FL!

  32. Laura says

    January 17, 2008 at 12:37 pm

    Awwww, just precious! I’m sure you just can’t wait to see her. And her parents too! 🙂

    Beautiful spinning you’ve been working on – I don’t think I’ve gotten up from the wheel in 5 days! So FUN!

    That green looks like the Cascade 220 Heather that I got last weekend to make a sweater for myself! Looking forward to seeing the final photos!

    Take care and have a wonderful trip to FL! Enjoy the warm weather! XOXOXOX

  33. Vicki says

    January 17, 2008 at 1:04 pm

    Oh, how sweet! She’s A-dorable!! And you’re going already — YIPPEE!! Have fun, Carole.

  34. Laura says

    January 17, 2008 at 1:11 pm

    Awwww, just precious! I’m sure you just can’t wait to see her. And her parents too! 🙂

    Beautiful spinning you’ve been working on – I don’t think I’ve gotten up from the wheel in 5 days! So FUN!

    That green looks like the Cascade 220 Heather that I got last weekend to make a sweater for myself! Looking forward to seeing the final photos!

    Take care and have a wonderful trip to FL! Enjoy the warm weather! XOXOXOX

  35. Beth S. says

    January 17, 2008 at 3:04 pm

    A is also for “Away on vacation” and “A week without A hat and A coat,” and good stuff like that. 🙂

  36. ~Kristie says

    January 17, 2008 at 3:37 pm

    My heart just jumped in excitement when I read you’re going to Florida! YEAH! I don’t think I’d be sleeping. The excitement would just be too much. I’m so thrilled for you Carole.

  37. blogless sharon says

    January 17, 2008 at 3:52 pm

    great photos have a fabulous time. take lots of pictures

  38. Cynthia says

    January 17, 2008 at 5:28 pm

    She is beautiful Carole and being the family person you are I imagine it must be so hard to have her so far away. Your trip sounds fabulous and it will be great to spend time with her.

  39. Cookie says

    January 17, 2008 at 5:44 pm

    Adorable!

    I’m so glad that you’re getting to go see her. Have a good safe trip!

  40. Robin in VA says

    January 17, 2008 at 8:06 pm

    AWESOME!! She’s ADORABLE! It’s ALMOST Saturday!! Hope you guys have a great trip!

  41. lisa says

    January 17, 2008 at 8:35 pm

    Have a great time in FLA… enjoy the warmth, of family and weather.

  42. Debi says

    January 17, 2008 at 9:07 pm

    What a cutie! The weather has been perfect, your timing rocks!:)
    Enjoy that sweet grandbaby!

  43. --Deb says

    January 17, 2008 at 9:24 pm

    Look at that face–how could you NOT pick her for your “A”? Adorable!

  44. vanessa says

    January 17, 2008 at 10:41 pm

    florida? what part of florida? i’m in fort lauderdale!

    who could not love that sweet little face?

  45. Romi says

    January 17, 2008 at 11:26 pm

    Oh my. She is absolutely adorable! Enjoy. 🙂

  46. Karen says

    January 18, 2008 at 10:17 am

    She is so cute! I am so glad you are going out there for a visit. They change so fast. Have a wonderful trip and enjoy your time with your family!

  47. Laurie says

    January 18, 2008 at 12:14 pm

    Triple A, indeed. She is a cutie.

  48. Teyani says

    January 19, 2008 at 11:35 am

    she’s a beauty alright 🙂 and a perfect A post.
    I’m so glad that you and Dale are going to see them ! Have a fabulous trip.

  49. Wanda says

    January 21, 2008 at 1:59 pm

    That Ambrynn is absolutely adorable. Enjoy your trip!!

  50. Perry Winters says

    November 12, 2008 at 11:15 pm

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