blackbird

I know it's cheesy to have a post the same as the blog title, but I think this image deserves it. This is what I see when I think of home. A place that is your own, yet you share it with your family. This is Birdy's favorite spot in the house. She's sits up here most of the day, chirping (yes, chirping) at the birds and squirrels that tease her on the other side. It's really hilarious and Kyle and I love watching her do this. It's these small moments we share that I think make a family.

Blackbird in the Window - Austin, TX - 2012

before and after

This is Coco's first and our last Christmas in El Paso. There are no ornaments on our tree because of a curious kitten pretending to be the tree topper. I will miss this house, but I'm looking forward to the ones to come in Granbury.