Manoela and Tales are some of my favorite people… which makes little Julia a favorite person squared! And how sweet it is to see little Ju (who is not so little any more!) in all of her excitement over her baby brother-to-be. It’s amazing to see how much she has grown and to watch her play like a forest sprite in the woods, ever ready with a twirl or a giggle or just a big happy smile.

Manoela is so strong and confident. It has been a real joy to see her move through life during the last 10 years that we have known each other. And I’m so grateful that she and Julia have Tales as a husband and father. He is one of the sweetest (and goofiest) guys that I know. If you need a good laugh, (or the occasional eye-roll LOL) Tales is your go-to guy. I can’t wait to see how they all continue to love each other and grow with their newest addition due to arrive (literally) any day now! Lhes amoooooo!!!!