Spring is here!

Spring is finally here - although...today it feels like August with temps in the 90's. Here are a couple of pictures of Tavio enjoying this great weather.

He loves to play with his toys!

Tavio looking up at a tree

Having fun with Mom!

Grab Your Sneakers And Join Us!

Next Sunday, April 26th, Tavio's Team will join thousands of compassionate teams across the country that support March for Babies. Our family knows firsthand the challenges associated with prematurity. As most of you know, Tavio was born May 2, 2008 at 27 weeks, weighing 1 lb, 15 oz and measuring 14 ¼ inches long. He spent 94 days in the NICU at the UCONN Medical Center. Today, Tavio is a healthy, energetic bundle of joy. He is Our Little Miracle! The mission of March of Dimes is to improve the health of babies by preventing birth defects, premature birth and infant mortality. It is important to find out why premature birth happens and what can be done to prevent it. By raising money, ongoing research to answer these critical questions is funded. More information about Tavio's Team can be found at http://www.marchforbabies.org/649668.

I'm very excited...

My Mom and Dad are going to push me in my stroller for 4 miles.

I get to sit back and relax! I might even take a nap!

Will you join my team?

I'll be wearing my sneakers - teeth marks and all!

Thank you Easter Bunny!

Tavio really liked his Easter candy. I think he thought it was a toy instead of something he could eat. Either way, he was very happy and excited about it!

Lunch with the NICU Nurses

Today, Tavio and I had lunch with some of the NICU nurses. I'm so happy that we stay in touch! These ladies helped Sal and I remain sane during our 13 week NICU stay. There are not enough words to express how much we appreciate everything they did for our little man. They are remarkable people, a special team of angels.

Tavio & Leo

Laura & Tavio

Boys will be boys!!!

Tavio & Michelle

Jen with her son, Leo

Such a happy baby!!!

SMILE!!

Thank you Ladies!! See you at the walk!

Happy Easter!

This was a very special Easter. Not only was it Tavio's first Easter, but my half brother, Tim was here too! We had a great day.

Happy Easter Everyone!!!

Dinnertime!
Mike, Aunt Jessie & Lisa

Wherever there is food, Mercedes is sure to be close by!

Ummmmm...Now what is this????

Even Uncle Matt helps out!

I think Tim figured it out!

Happy Easter!

What A Great Season!

What a great season we had. I'm sad it is over. The wheels are already turning for next year! I can't wait.

We Love You Chrissy!!!! We will miss you so much!

Congratulations T.D.I. Dancers!!!

So Silly...but so much FUN!

I think I'm in love!

Tavio's New Toy!

He might be too small this summer...but get ready LeBlanc girls...Tavio will be cruising around Clover Street as soon as his feet can reach the pedal!

Tavio's "bad" face
This thing is COOL!!!

Is it really mine?

Yeah!!!

A Very Long Day!

Last Sunday, T.D.I. competed in their 3rd competition of the season. Once again, the girls had a blast! I don't know where they get all of their energy. These pictures were taken halfway through our VERY LONG 14 HOUR DAY!

My Girls!!

My senior company - acting silly as always!

All dancers receive a medal, pin or ribbon for each dance they compete in.
Here is one of my dancers stuffed animals displaying the awards.

Junior Company

Love the t-shirt, Nicole

Go Kristen!

Next year Sadie...I promise!