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New Year, New Blog!!


I couldn’t resist! As the new year rang in, I found myself aching to get my blog redesigned. I had the perfect excuse, too… our precious new addition needed to be included ๐Ÿ™‚ As much as I loved my old blog, I just needed a ‘pick me up’ to help me stay at this blogging thing! And as a professional, ahem, peruser of all things bloggy, I kept coming back to the same designer again and again as my favorite. She’s incredible (if you can’t already tell from the new blog!) and she’s a fellow adopting mama, too.
Thanks SO much, Rebecca! I absolutely adore it! I know I am most likely the most persnickety customer you’ll ever have, but looking on the bright side of that, it’s all downhill from here ๐Ÿ™‚

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  1. Adam and Cynthia says

    January 11, 2008 at 1:16 PM

    I love it!!! Very nice!!

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  2. Sheri says

    January 11, 2008 at 2:08 PM

    Love the new look! The pictures across the top are what make it special. Thanks for the e-mails yesterday–you’ve really got me thinking and praying about it. Hope your precious family has a wonderful weekend.

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  3. Leslie says

    January 11, 2008 at 2:33 PM

    WoW, I love your new look. Really looks like one of a kind. I love your new URL address as well. So fun.

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  4. Melanie says

    January 11, 2008 at 2:56 PM

    Love it love it love it! It looks fantastic, and I especially love the pictures of your kids across the top of the page!

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  5. Rebecca says

    January 11, 2008 at 3:10 PM

    Thank you so much for letting me help you with your new blog design! The best thing about it are those 8 little pictures. ๐Ÿ™‚ You are truly blessed!

    Praying that handsome little man of yours comes home soon.

    Warmly,
    Rebecca

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  6. Heather says

    January 11, 2008 at 3:41 PM

    LOVE IT! That’s all – ’nuff said, except of course those pictures at the header are pretty darn spectacular!!

    Heather

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  7. The Ferrill's says

    January 11, 2008 at 4:05 PM

    Oh WOW! I LOVE it! My favorite are the eight little blessings on top!
    Your boys just melt my heart, I’ve gotta tell ya. They are some little hunka hunka burnin’ luv! ๐Ÿ™‚

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  8. Chris & Deb says

    January 11, 2008 at 4:24 PM

    Stef….your new blog looks fabulous! I too love the 8 little pictures across the top! The phrase “what a wonderful life” comes to mind!!! Have a great weekend

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  9. Green, Party of Four says

    January 11, 2008 at 4:31 PM

    I love the new look….look at the beautiful kids!
    Look foward to following your journey for the newest member. He is a cutie!

    Green Party of Four

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  10. Jenn Gager says

    January 11, 2008 at 5:26 PM

    What a great look!! Love it!!

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  11. Krista says

    January 11, 2008 at 5:59 PM

    Wow, your new look is gorgeous!
    I keep meaning to update mine, but I’m not very blog savvy! I celebrated after I managed to get a counter on it! LOL
    Would it be ok, if I listed your blog under my favorites?
    Thanks
    Krista, from Canada
    mom to Abigail, Isabelle and Lily..

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  12. tiffany says

    January 11, 2008 at 7:17 PM

    Great makeover! ๐Ÿ™‚

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  13. Michelle - Blessed Mother of Two says

    January 11, 2008 at 7:18 PM

    New Year, New Blog (love the new header, by the way). I guess now’s a perfect time to fess up that your blog is one of my favorites. I’m not even sure how I found it, but I do recall your family on myadoptionwebsite.com. All of your children are BEAUTIFUL! I’m not sure if my signature links to my blog, so I’ll post it here. It’s only fair if I sneak a peek at your family that I share mine. ๐Ÿ˜‰ http://www.borninourheart.blogspot.com/

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  14. Janelle says

    January 11, 2008 at 7:56 PM

    it’s gorgeous! I really like looking at Rebecca’s blog designs. your babes are simply precious. looking forward to reading this blog OFTEN as your next journey unfolds in 2008!

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  15. Stefanie says

    January 11, 2008 at 8:15 PM

    Thanks so much, guys ๐Ÿ™‚ I agree, the highlight is those 8 cuties across the header ๐Ÿ™‚ I know Rebecca wanted to make that a focal point and she did a great job!
    To Krista ~ I would consider it a compliment if you wanted to list our blog under your favorites ๐Ÿ™‚
    To Michelle ~ Thanks for ‘fessing up and introducing yourself and for the sweet comments about my kiddos ๐Ÿ™‚ Now that I know where your blog is, I’ll be sure to check in!

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  16. krj says

    January 11, 2008 at 8:44 PM

    Stef it looks amazing, I love it!!!

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  17. Patricia/NYC says

    January 11, 2008 at 9:32 PM

    LOVIN’ the new look!!! Very unique! The pictures on the top are just wonderful & put a smile on my face as soon as I logged in!

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  18. AnnaB. in Boise, ID says

    January 11, 2008 at 10:04 PM

    stef I LOVE it. Glad I know where it went. Sarah is still on the vent. I am aching to hold her. Hug all your kids today…because you can and am so looking forward to Shepherd being in your arms too.

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  19. Colleen says

    January 11, 2008 at 10:57 PM

    Hi!
    Your new blog is beautiful! I just started reading your blog recently after finding it on another blogs list of favorites. Your family is lovely and so inspirational!

    Congratulations!
    Colleen:)

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  20. Mom to my China Posse says

    January 12, 2008 at 12:23 AM

    I love your new look! How gorgoues. What a great looking bunch of kiddos.

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  21. Denise says

    January 12, 2008 at 12:38 AM

    Love it! I am also in need of a change and may have to contact Rebecca.

    Put your thinking cap on and visit me… I am looking for a new blog name!

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  22. Janet says

    January 12, 2008 at 12:50 AM

    It looks amazing!

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  23. ehc says

    January 12, 2008 at 1:22 AM

    What a beautiful new blog! I love it.

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  24. Kim says

    January 12, 2008 at 2:40 AM

    LOVE IT, STEFANIE!!! What a proud mama you must be with those EIGHT beautiful, little faces to call your own! I happened across Isabelle’s story early in our journey to our own daughter and have to say that your blog has remained one of my very favorites! You are such an inspiration and give me high hopes for 2008!
    Kim

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  25. Sarah says

    January 12, 2008 at 3:27 AM

    The pictures across the top of your header are like precious gemstones… so special and treasured!

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  26. Anonymous says

    January 12, 2008 at 5:32 AM

    Stephanie – This one is the best yet – Its so beautiful! Stacy

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  27. Mike & Ramona says

    January 12, 2008 at 10:13 PM

    Love, Love, Love the new blog!

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  28. Barbie says

    January 14, 2008 at 12:17 AM

    Your blog looks awesome! I love it!! I am expecting LOTS of posting from you now. ๐Ÿ™‚

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