They Grow Up So Fast!!!

With Cope being the first Makechnie heading to high school, we got a little nostalgic thinking how little she was just a few years back.  The next generation will go through high school, college, and probably become brilliant contributors to society.   The next generation is moving forward and onward and they are amazing.  All of the reflection has brought us to our own little Ella Maria Petronzio Makechnie.  Born on February 17th, 2006 and came home to us 2 months later barely bigger than a softball.  Today, seven years and 3 months later,  Ella is a is a full grown rambunctiously scary guard dog.  Recently a friend sent an a video of Ella between 6-8 months being babysat by Lola.  It melted our hearts...

Ella hasn't asked for a sibling but I am sure she will be more than accommodating when the addition arrives.  We're keeping our fingers crossed.  Below are signs that Ella really needs a sibling to liven up the place and to take care of.

The life of the queen of the house...