Four years ago today, our sweet kitty was born. We adopted her on the first anniversary of 9/11, so since she was born the day after Independance Day and we adopted her on Patriot Day, it only seemed fitting that she should have the name Liberty. We call her Libby for short and she is a real sweetheart who loves to snuggle and talks a lot. She fits in well in this household full of girls! 
If it is true that cats have nine lives, then she has already used up some of hers. She used up one when she got stuck in the dishwasher and ended up breaking her leg trying to get out. She had to have surgery to repair that and it cost us a pretty little penny to fix her up. Then when she was spayed, she had complications from surgery and had to be rushed back to the vet where they watched her and treated her with antibiotics. She is very curious. Maybe we should have named her Pandora.
Little did we know that when we adopted Liberty, exactly one year later we would have another addition to our family and that she would have a name that would fit like a puzzle piece with Liberty’s. Three years ago today, my little angel, my sunshine, my granddaughter, Isabelle, aka Belle, was born. Isabelle was/is a true miracle. You can read her birth story here. Yes, she was born to my daughter when she was only 17, but my life has been so blessed to have her in it and I have to believe that there is something big in her future, or she will make a difference in some way because of the way that she came into this world.
(Click on either of the pictures to see them larger and in greater detail.)
Oh my God! Isn’t she beautiful? I know. I am gushing. I love her so much. This is one of my favorite photos of her. In fact it is my wallpaper on my laptop.
She truly turns the sun on every morning, even when the sky is gray. Happy birthday, Belley Bean.
Great post. Isabelle and your kitty Liberty are beautiful. Love the cat poking it’s head out near the flag. Sounds like you have some very special people in your life (yes the cat is a people in my mind. :))
How beautiful she is! What a sweet picture. My WW today is the picture that is the wallpaper on my screen too.
What a coincidence.
What a beautiful picture of a beautiful girl. Happy birthday to her.
She is very beautiful! Having grandchildren is so different from our own! Maybe we have slowed down enough to see the different! She is a princess. Happy Birthday to Isabelle!
I hope you have a wonderful Wednesday!
She is an absolute doll!
I am a little distressed to find out that I am no longer the wallpaper on your computer, however…
Happy Birthday little “Belle”!!!!! How sweet…..and such a beauty. I can see after reading her birthing story that she is a miracle!!!
My Wordless Wednesday is posted.
She’s adorable. You have every right to be a proud grandma!
Happy WW.
Adorable!
My wallpaper switches between Nikki and Calem. Maybe I am too obsessed with my
daughterdog.Happy birthday, Belle!
Oops! And happy birthday to Liberty too!
How beautiful! Thank you for sharing the lovely story and pictures.
My WW is up. Hope you have a terrific day!
Awww…a true princess.
Happy B-day Belle
What a beautiful little angel she is! and truly a miracle, after reading about her birth. Happy birthday, pretty one!
Hey Fab, how come you always comment on Shelli’s blog first? I feel like the redheaded stepchild. Oh, wait…
I understand exactly how you feel about Belle. And she is truly beautiful…so happy birthday Belle!!! And how about a little catnip for Liberty to?
Awww what a cutie. I’m expecting my first grandchild in Jan ( my Candian daughter so I’ll be changing planes in Minneapolis….want to meet?) Speaking of cuties. Check out my Suzy’s Wordless Wednesday picture. They just came back from Nigara Falls. Too cute! http://suzyq.grrrlmeetsworld.com
Did I tell you I’m going to be a grammy again tomorrow??? I am so excited!
Your granddaughter is just adorable. Love her name.
Happy Birthday Belle! They are both beautiful ..
What a little darling!