What do you get when you're born in Egypt, married to a soldier of the Yugoslavian army, came to the United States through Ellis Island (oh, with a 6 month old), and together with her loving husband raised 8 children?

This selfless and loving woman....



We were able to go to Nashville a few weeks ago to celebrate Baba's (Michael's grandmother) birthday. It was such an awesome celebration of her life. She's an amazing woman- one of those people you just want to sit next to and hear her talk. She truly knows the meaning of life. She is inspirational...just two years ago at the young age of 84 she went to Jerusalem (that's kind of inspiring)! She's thougthful and selfless at all times. A beautiful and holy woman that gave me an amazing family to marry into to.

Do you know someone like that? So wise and beautiful that you can almost see the wisdom of their soul. (My own grandmother is like that!) Baba has such faith and trust that God will provide at all times. And he always did and he always will. This past weekend she would look around and say, "Wow, what a blessing to be here with all of you." Little did she know we felt blessed to be with her.

I love this sweet photo of Baba and Gigi!


The weekend wouldn't have happened without all the hard work from Mimi and Deda! Thank you again and again! The slideshow of Baba's life had us in tears. I think the picture in the slide show that really got me was all of the children gathered around for a family picture. I just kept thinking, I hope I get to live that long! :)



...and we all know who loves this photo.

Lucy's favorite place...next to Mimi cooking!