Carter Family Blessings

Snow White / Ballerina

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Tatiana loves playing dress-up.

Valentine's Day 2010

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My Little Valentines

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Kidsville 2/7/2010

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Tatiana learning to ride a tricycle.

Desiree the cowgirl!

Caleb building fun!

Valentine Bears

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The children loved these Valentine bears they saw at Wal Mart today. They were as big or bigger than them. They kept telling me that if we didn't get them that they were so cute they would not be there for long. I told them we could come visit them again another day.

Karate Good News

2010-02-02T17:33:00.000-08:00

He was so excited to wear his "gentle used" Karate outfit.
I had to hem it 13 inches... so it has lots of room for him to grow.
Before class started today Caleb's teacher said she wanted
to move him from the "Beginner Preschool" class to the
"Advanced Beginner Preschool" class.

At the end of class Caleb received his first belt. GO CALEB!!!

Matching Outfits from Auntie Kim

2010-02-02T17:24:00.000-08:00

These are the outfits the girls received for Christmas from their Auntie Kim.

They wanted to wear them right away but needed to be hemmed.

I finally hemmed them and they were so excited.

Desiree was so excited her outfit matched her school backpack.

Tatiana taking a break on Shamu while waiting for everyone to finish getting ready for school. Shamu went to school today with Desiree and is going to spend a few nights there. They are studying ocean animals and are going to Sea World for a field trip next Monday.

Home Depot 1/30/2010

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Today at Home Depot they made the "Heart Flower Boxes".

For now we put them next to their other plants.

"Sock Hop"

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Desiree ready to go to the "Sock Hop" at her school.

Daddy and Desiree went by themselves for a special Father/Daughter time.

Tatiana did not want to be left out of picture time
and Caleb was too busy playing to care.

Desiree with the guitar they won for dancing!
She was so tired when they got home.

Midland Spirit Day!

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Desiree wearing her school colors...Red and Yellow.

Space Bedding!

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Thank you Andrew and Auntie Joy for my Space Bedding. I love it!

Lowe's January 2010

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On January 9th we made "Coin Banks".

On January 23rd we made "Tic Tac Toe Games".

The children and I have so much fun building together.

Home Depot 1/23/2010

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Today at Home Depot we made a "Car Display".

Desiree's Hair

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Desiree has so much fun doing her own hair.

Caleb's Hair

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Caleb wanted his hair cut like his daddy's again.

Tatiana's Hair

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Tatiana hair is getting so long.

She also has such beautiful natural curls.

Home Depot 1/16/2010

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Today at Home Depot we made Coasters.

Desiree using the glue to place her tiles

and Caleb building the frame for his tiles.

Tatiana sanding her coaster so it is nice and smooth.

One of the best things about this project is they were able to us LOTS of glue. Normally it seems like I am always saying, "not too much glue" but today I had to keep saying, "more glue...that's not enough".

Here is the finished product. 3 beautiful coasters.

Tatiana's computer.

2010-01-16T08:24:00.000-08:00

Tatiana's computer skills have improved so much. She is able to navigate the pages with little or no help. Her favorite program is "Pet Shop" by Fisher Price. In this picture she is creating a fish tank. She picks the background, the props, and the fish. When she is done she is able to watch her fish tank in action.

Gymnastics

2010-01-16T08:16:00.000-08:00

Desiree started Gymnastics today. January 15th, 2010.

This is Desiree with her Gymnastics instructors.

Desiree had a lot of fun and has been showing us everything she learned.

Karate

2010-01-16T08:07:00.000-08:00

Caleb started Karate today. January 12th, 2010

This is Caleb with his Karate instructors

Caleb had lots of fun and wishes he could go more than once a week.

Little Miss Independent

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Tatiana dressed herself...p.j.'s on bottom, a dress

in the middle, and on top another pair of p.j.'s.

She also did her own hair. :)

Desiree as "Janet the Chipmunk"

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Desiree was pretending to be Janet by wearing Caleb's glasses, pulling up her hair, and wearing purple. We have yet to see new movie but the loved the first one. We are waiting till we can check it out from the Library.

Sick Tatiana

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My littlest princess has a stomach bug. I pray she is feeling better soon.

Home Depot 1/9/2010

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Today we made plant holders.

Then they each picked a plant to take care of and watch grow.

From left to right ~ Tatiana's, Caleb's, and Desiree's.

Little Mommy ~ Tatiana

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Tatiana loves her babies. Here she is reading to her little boy.

Desiree's First day at Midland

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She was so excited I didn't even have to set my alarm. She made

sure we were all up nice and early. She also loved being able to

finally use the backpack we got over the summer.

"My new teacher is great and school is awesome!" ~ Desiree 1/4/2010

Growing Up

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I can't believe how fast Desiree is growing. For example in this picture of her you can see she did her own hair and it looks good. She was so proud of herself.

Holiday Bowl 2009

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Charles and Caleb had a lot of fun at the game.
Of course it didn't hurt that we won 33 to 0.

After the game they went down on the field.

Caleb was a little sad he didn't get to "play" with the players.

Caleb and Charles December 30th, 2009

We they finally got home at around 10:30 Caleb couldn't stop

talking about all the cool things he saw. Football Players, Little Red,

Parachuters, Girl Cheerleaders (actually the first thing he asked for

when they got there), Family, Fireworks, Trumpets, Drums, and more.

Pretty Pink Princess

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Girls Night at "The Spa".

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While the boys were at the Holiday Bowl the girls had fun at "The Spa".

Complete with a manicure, and pedicure for each.

Play-doh

2009-12-30T19:41:00.000-08:00

Does anyone actually buy play-doh for their own children?
Nana and a friend of mine bought play-doh for the children.
After much convincing on their part and a clean living room
for me they lots of fun playing and creating.
Joy do you want me to send it up with Alexis? :)

December 26, 2009

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Tatiana at Home Depot building a Block Calender.

Desiree loves to accessorize Lola.

Caleb said his t-shirt was to warm and changed

into his new sweatshirt from Nana.

The Christmas Story

2009-12-26T20:26:00.001-08:00

One of our traditions is reading the Christmas
story on Christmas day before anything else.

Christmas Day 2009

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Christmas Eve

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Tonight we went to church for a beautiful Christmas Eve service.
Then we braved the mall not for shopping but to visit are dear
friend Uncle Joe who has been a friend of daddy's for a long time
and he drives the train in the mall.

When we got home the children opened one
gift from Aunt Jonni Ann as she requested.

New Christmas pajamas!!! The children were so excited...

...that they had to put it them on right away.

Thank you Aunt Jonni Ann!!!

Cleaned and Organized

2009-12-23T20:25:00.000-08:00

Winter cleaning ~ Monday the children and I did a clean sweep (2 piles ~ keep and give away) of all of their toys. They have been cleaned, sorted, and put away. It is Wednesday and it still looks great... and yes they have played with them since then. We will see how long it lasts. While we were cleaning they would come across toys they have not played with in a long time... I made sure to point out that if they keep their toys organized they will be able to find things faster.

"Mini-Me"

2009-12-22T20:05:00.000-08:00

I found this great idea in a magazine for helping your child pick out their clothes the night before. You trace the shape of their body on cardboard or poster board then they can decorate their face (I printed an 8 X10 head shot of Desiree to put on hers). Every night they have fun picking out what they want to wear the next day and pinning it with clothespins to their "Mini-Me" so they are ready for the next day.

Our Family 2009

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Left to Right ~ Caleb, Charity, Tatiana, Charles, and Desiree.

Stray Puppy

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We found a stray puppy with no collar today. Even though we had him for less than an hour the children fell in love with him. I sure hope his family claims him or that he finds a good home. Charles actually said that if we were allowed to have pets where we live he would seriously consider keeping him. If you know Charles this is amazing. The puppy was great with the children and totally adorable. Desiree is so worried the are going to put him to sleep if nobody claims him. She was crying most of the afternoon and she is very upset with me for calling Animal Control. When they came to the door she tried to hide him so the officer would not take him. It was very traumatic. I finally was able to get her to calm down but I am far from getting out of the doghouse as far as she is concerned.

Home Depot 12/19/2009

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The children and I really enjoy making

things at Home Depot and all for free.

We also enjoy having something to give to

our family and friends for Christmas this year.

Christmas Party 12/18/2009

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Today was our neighborhood Christmas Party.

Surprise Birthday Party for Charles

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We celebrated Charles' 52nd birthday on December 12th, 2009.
We had a great time with over 60 family and friends.
Thank you to everyone who came to help us celebrate.
We had people come from as far as Redlands and Chula Vista.
As one of Charles' friends said, "There is no distance too great for friends".
A special thank you to Joy, Andrew, Christina, my Mom, David, Faith, Eva,
James, Monikue (and her brothers), Olga, Leticha, Jennifer, and Alberto.
Thank you for helping set up, clean up, cook, serve, and babysit.
****Thank you Joy for taking pictures so we ****
****can have memories of this special day. ****

Celebrating 52 years!!!

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Walking with Daddy to Church

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Tatiana Malia Carter

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Santa and Mrs. Claus 12/11/2009

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Caleb, Mrs. Claus, Desiree, Santa, and Tatiana

Tatiana with her big brother and big sister.

Tatiana, Desiree, and Caleb with their toys from Santa.

Our neighbors the Garcia Family came with us. We had lots of fun!

Wild Animal Park

2009-12-11T21:44:00.000-08:00

San Diego Wild Animal Park ~ December 11th, 2009

We have our tickets and maps. Now what should we do first?

First stop Flamingos and the Lions (Tatiana, Caleb, and Desiree).

The Elephant and Rhinoceros statues.

Desiree was the only one to get close to the Gorilla statue.

Another great photo opportunity. "Where are the real animals mom?"

Journey to Africa tram ride. Finally some real animals to see.

An up-close look at the Lions.

Caleb and Desiree ~ Beautiful Butterflies.

Desiree, Caleb, Tatiana, and a Giant Elephant.

Our own private petting zoo! Desriee LOVED it!,

Caleb took sometime to warm up to the deers, and

Tatiana didn't want to have anything to do with them.

Goodbye Wild Animal Park. Thanks for the memories.

Desiree and Monikue's Gingerbread House

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Caleb's Gingerbread Train

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Tatiana's Gingerbread People

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Puzzle Fun!

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COLD

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The children found their mittens and hats today. I wonder if this is their way of telling me it is cold in our house??? (They do have space heaters in their room for bedtime) I have actually been wearing socks around the house and to bed (if you know me this is a miracle).

I guess it might be time to break down and turn the heater on. :( ?Maybe? On the other hand they do look cute in their warm mittens and hats. :)

Blessings from Heaven

2009-12-06T06:57:00.000-08:00

Desiree Corbella Carter Caleb Lomax Carter
Tatiana Malia Carter

Crunchy Snowman

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Monikue, Desiree, Caleb and Tatiana
had fun making these Crunchy Snowman.

Lowes 12/5/09

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Today we went to Lowes Kids Workshop for the first time.

The children made Gingerbread Houses.

Home Depot 12/5/09

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Today Desiree and Tatiana made Football

Step Stools and Caleb made a Football Goal Post.

Trimming the Christmas Trees

2009-12-04T20:18:00.000-08:00

Desiree's tree is trimmed with snowflakes,
angels, candy canes, and beaded garland.

Caleb's tree is trimmed with car ornaments,
candy canes, and sparkle garland.

Tatiana's tree is trimmed with purple ornaments.

Home Depot / Flag Holder

2009-11-28T18:55:00.000-08:00

Building our Flag Holders
After nap we decorated our Flags.

Desiree's flag

Caleb's Flag

Tatiana's Flag

Rainy Day!

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The Colors of Fall

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Charger Bookends

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We made these at Home Depot and painted them at home.

F-150 Test Drive

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Caleb wanted to drive this one off the Wal Mart car lot.

Pee Wee Playtime 11/23/09

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Tatiana crawling through a tunnel of balls.

Desiree jumping off the trampoline.

Caleb flying the airplane.

Our Christmas Trees

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Tatiana' s Purple Tree with White Lights.

Caleb's Green Tree with Rainbow Lights.

Desiree's Pink Tree with Fiber Optic Lights.

They were each able to pick their own tree

at last years after Christmas sales.

Fall crafts (Lakeshore)

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Butterfly magnets made from silk flowers and leaves.

Fine Feathered Friends (Turkey table-toppers).

Go, Dog. Go!

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Tatiana reading Caleb one of our favorite books.

Thank-you Auntie Kim

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Special presents from Auntie Kim. A Nebraska football
and a football sweater (Caleb loves the pockets in the front).

Interesting Sleeping Position

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Tatiana 2 1/2 Years Old

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Caleb 4 Years Old

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Desiree 5 1/2 Years Old

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Laptop

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Tatiana with the Laptop Caleb received from Grandma Carter.

Caleb is very good and sharing his toys with his sisters MOST of the time.

Desiree Corbella Carter 5 1/2

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Desiree loves her new outfit from Nana!

Bob the Builder Bath Set

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Kidsville 11/6/2009

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Tatiana playing mommy. Her favorite thing to do.

Desiree was so excited when she found this dress!

Spiderman Caleb looks like he is not feeling well :(

Naptime

2009-11-09T19:24:00.000-08:00

Caleb sleeping with his new Transformer.

How are we going to get rid of the thumb?

What kind of Spider is this?

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Caleb's Birthday November 4th, 2009

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He woke up at 5:30 asking about his Spiderman cake.

4 Candles for my big 4 year old.

Bob the Builder Bath Set and Buzz Lightyear.

Laptop from Grandma and Transformer from Nana.

Nana Wendeln and Grandma Carter

Belinda, Caleb, Rigo, and Brenda ~ Nana and Mommy

Tatiana's ER visit

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October 31st, 2009

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Jasmine, Peter Pan and Pocahontas ready to run errands with mommy.

Today at Home Depot we made Race Car Tracks.

Peter Pan, a Bride, and Pocahontas went with

Charles to a Harvest Party at Living Way Church.

Emmanuel Faith Harvest Party

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The first thing they wanted to do was the Pony Rides.

Caleb (Dash from the Incredibles) and Star

Tatiana (Little Ladybug) and Magic

Desiree (Holly Hobbie) and Strawberry

The next stop was Face Painting and Balloon Animals.

Next was the "Heavenly Clouds" (Cotton Candy)

Then we played some fun games: Walls of Jericho (bowling),

Feed the Sheep (bean bag toss), and the Pool of Bethesda

(throw the ball in the floating rings).

The children and I had a great time. Thanks Emmanuel Faith!!!

Cat/Dog Pumpkin

2009-11-01T19:40:00.000-08:00

One pumpkin...two different looks.

Caleb loves cats, Desiree loves dogs, and Tatiana loves both.

Tatiana

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Good Morning Mom, Say Cheese!

Pajama Fun!

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Harvest Festival at Grandma Carter's Church

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Pre-Halloween Fun

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Home Depot Certificates

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Mr. Hurley presenting the Desiree, Caleb, and Tatiana
with their certificates of achievement.

Pumpkin Exploration

2009-10-23T19:18:00.000-07:00

How does the outside of the pumpkin feel?

Desiree ~ "Smooth", Caleb ~ "Hard", Tatiana ~ "Baby".

Off with the top! How does the inside of the pumpkin feel?

Desiree ~ "Slippery"

Caleb ~ "Yucky"

Tatiana ~ "Disgusting"

Lots of seeds (or as Caleb calls them seashells).

Desiree drew a princess face on her pumpkin, Caleb said he

wanted a scary pumpkin, and Tatiana wanted a baby pumpkin.

Mommy carved them.

Princess Pumpkin, Scary Pumpkin, and Baby Pumpkin.

The finished products. Look what we helped make!!

Learning about pumpkins is so much fun.

Sisters

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Desiree going to school and Tatiana wanting to go with her.

I LOVE this outfit!!!

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This used to be Desiree's when she was little

and Desiree got it from the Katz's family.

Pumpkin Patch

2009-10-22T21:49:00.000-07:00

We went with our neighbors to Bates Nut Farm.

Tatiana/Alberto and Caleb/Fernon

Desiree/Frank and Farmer Tatiana

Farmer Desiree and Farmer Caleb

A pile of pumpkins. How do you pick just one?

These are some huge pumpkins.

Pumpkin Faces ~ Desiree, Tatiana, Frank, Caleb, and Fernon

The Carter children and the Garcia family. Lots of Fun!

Pink Tongue

2009-10-22T21:44:00.000-07:00

Desiree had a piece of candy that turned her tongue pink.

She just had show me and pose for a picture. Of course then

Tatiana wanted to pose for a picture just like her big sister.

Pumpkins

2009-10-22T21:42:00.000-07:00

The Wal Mart Pumpkin Patch

Free Choice

2009-10-22T21:36:00.000-07:00

At Desiree's school during free choice she loves to play

dress-up, paint, explore at the science table, etc...

Fire Department

2009-10-22T21:28:00.000-07:00

Desiree exploring the Firetruck.

Desiree and her class had fun learning about Fire Safety.

Matching Outfits

2009-10-22T21:10:00.001-07:00

I am one of four girls and had a mother who loved dressing us in the same clothes.

That being said...I try not to force my girls to dress alike. This is why I am constantly surprised that even though their dressers are in two different rooms and they each pick out what they want to wear that many times they come out wearing the same colors and or styles.

Firehouse Money Banks

2009-10-22T20:57:00.000-07:00

Our neighbors Michelle and Monikue helping Tatiana and Caleb.

Caleb and Desiree building.

Spend, Save, Share

Caleb, Tatiana, Desiree, and our neighbors at Home Depot.

The Learing Crown

2009-10-22T20:53:00.000-07:00

Desiree made this crown by playing a spelling game on the computer.

Each time she spells a word correct she gets a jewel for the crown.

More Finished Products

2009-10-22T20:35:00.000-07:00

Tatiana's Beach Bookcase ~

She had fun sponging on the pretend sand.

Caleb's Transportation Bookcase ~

He had fun sponging pretend clouds on his.

Desiree's Princess Stationary Organizer

She loves the crown and jewels...of course

they are Pink an Purple her favorite colors.

Doctor Tatiana

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