Happy Anniversary to my wonderful parents!

Happy Anniversary, Mom & Dad! 56 years!

I just wish Dad was here to celebrate.

I love you both so much, and miss daddy terribly!

First day of 2015-2016 School Year!

The boys were excited about their first day! Andy started 2nd grade, Will started 5th grade and Ben started 8th grade. I can't even believe my boys are so big. Especially Ben. He's grown so much in the last year, that it makes my heart sad and happy all at the same time. I am proud of the young man he has become, but so sad that he's closer to becoming the man he is to become.

Will - 5th grade (11 years)

Andy - 2nd grade (8 years)

Ben - 8th grade (13 years)

Andy, Will & Ben

Ben

Will

Andy

I love my sweet boys so much! So thankful that they all got wonderful teachers and that the love their schools and their friends.

Moving into our new neighborhood was the best decision that we made! We are so happy here!

Happy 1st Day of School!

Happy Birthday to Me!

I had planned to have a big party for my 40th birthday, but since we had just moved into the house - I decided not to. So, I thought I would have a big party this year for my 41st, and then decided not to. I decided to have a small party and invite the friends who have known me the longest and love me the most. And it was a good move, b/c we had an awesome time! 

Happy Birthday to ME!

Me & my love!

My bestie!

Me & My Bestie!

Gregg, Doug, Shannon, Misty, Me, Grace & David

We missed you, Nacho!

The girls!

Me, Shannon, Misty & Grace

Shannon, Me, and Misty

Guns up!

Shannon, Me & Misty

The gang (minus Grace & Doug)

Gregg, Shannon, Me, Misty & David

We missed you, Nacho!

I was so thankful for my friends coming over to celebrate w/me. We got fajitas catered from Chiloso. And then everyone brought sides to go w/the fajitas. We had so much yummy food.

Maybe next year I'll do something big, or maybe I'll just do something small again. I am so thankful to be blessed with so many long-time friends.

Love you all!

Back to School Breakfast

As per tradition, we had our Annual back to School Breakfast the Saturday before school started. This is our 2nd year in the new house. But since the house is bigger, and the pool is finished - I decided to have the party inside, instead of my typical outside. 

Hays Meet the Teacher

Meet the Teacher Night

We are all gearing up for the start of the new school year. The boys are excited to meet their new teachers and see their friends. It's been a long summer!

Andy got Mrs. Schmidt

Will got Mrs. Caporaletti

Happy 2014-2015 School Year!

Summer Visitors!

We have had lots of guests this summer & it's been fun!

JUNE 24

Will's friend, Tristan, from 3rd grade came over to hang out. He goes to another school, so we don't get to see him too often. Will was very happy he was able to come over.

JUNE 25

Our friends the Weiner's and Vinson's came over to swim and visit. The boys had a great time. And Joy, Jennifer & I enjoyed our visit.

JULY 3

Eric and his family came over to swim, visit and see the new pool. Andy & Eli had a great time together. We really enjoyed our visit w/them.

JULY 10

The Slagle's came to visit. We had a great time and really enjoyed our visit with them. So fun!

JULY 14

Our friends the Norton's came over to see the pool, and to visit. We enjoyed our time w/Shauna, Jay & the baby.

JULY 25

Jamie, Justin & Jenna came over to help us clean out our garage. So thankful for their help. But afterwards, we went swimming. The kids had a great time swimming with them. We love the Herings & Justin.