First day of Preschool

This is my big girl going to preschool for the first time. I was more nervous then she was. She had a great time and said that she wants to go to school everyday. She only goes to school two days a week and I'm loving having a little time with Claire only. I think Leah looked so cute with her big back-pack, so grown up.

Brian and Caitlin's Wedding!

This is Brian ( Brad's younger brother) with his blushing bride Caitlin. A sweet girl that is just perfect for him. They got married on August 16th and they were sealed at the Albuquerque temple for time and all eternity.

We were excited to be there, and enjoy such a nice day with the family. As you can see we all wore either green, yellow or mango colors. Those were the colors of the wedding. It was really fun and summery.

Leah and her cousins Caitlin and Ella waiting patiently for the bride and groom.

It is almost impossible for us to take a picture of our whole family, so we can't miss any opportunities.

Little Claire is matching with grandma . So cute.

My dear sister Vivi!!!

My dear sister Vivi I will always think of you and I will always treasure the good times we had together. You will be missed and I can't wait to see you again. With all my love your little sister Danielle.

Having fun at the Dallas Arboretum! Beautiful Day!

Meeting her niece Claire!

My sister's passing

My dear sister Viviane passed away 8 days ago at my parents house back in Brazil. She had down syndrome and had been sick for a few months. She also had heart and lungs problems. She died of the age 43. She is the oldest at my family and she is my only sister. When I heard the news I immediately called my family and they replied that she had a peaceful death, my parents even had time to hug her and say goodbye. I can't even imagine how hard that was for them. I became very sad and wanted to be there to help, but living so far away it makes so difficult to just jump in a plane and go there. I realized that my baby doesn't have a passport yet and that would take at least a couple of days to get ready. So I decided that I will just wait and come in a few months. My parents are doing well given the circumstances. I'm just so grateful to have the gospel in my life that helps us understand the plan that Heavenly Father has for us. I'm also grateful to have had a wonderful sister that was so pure and loving. I have so many wonderful memories of her and I will always treasure the times I had with her here at my house a couple of months ago. We danced, we played dominoes, I cooked for her and she met her new niece Claire. I will always remember you Vivi. I love you minha querida irma Vivi.