Our Getaway

Steve and I had a wonderful time on our getaway. We decided to drive a little bit of the coast and enjoy the cooler weather. Our first stop was San Francisco. We spent two nights there. We walked the wharf and Steve especially loved watching all the sea lion at Pier 39. We rented a tandem bike and had a great time riding over the Golden Gate Bridge to Sausalito. Steve worked extra hard pedaling me around while I videoed and took pictures:) We laughed and had a great time riding down scary hills and then deciding not to ride the ferry back but to ride the bike back. It was so much fun for me at least. The views were amazing. The bridge was fogged in when we first went across but coming back it wasn't and it was worth all the hard pedaling. Right Stevo:) We then headed back through San Francisco and stopped by to see Lombard Street. It is the America's crookedest street and it is crazy to see. We then went to WICKED. It was a great show and Steve liked it too, although he couldn't remember much about the Wizard of Oz. The next morning we headed down the coast. We decided to stop in ???. We had a nap and then went to dinner overlooking the ocean and enjoyed every minute of it. The next day was quite chilly and we were really looking forward to a few days at the beach so we decided to drive until we found warmer weather. One of Steve's favorite stops was at a strawberry farm we saw on the way. We stopped to pick our own strawberries and loved it. STEVE and I enjoyed fresh strawberries the rest of the day as we stopped about every mile or so to take in the spectacular views of the ocean, houses built on cliffs, waterfalls, elephant seals, farms as far as the eye could see, crazy drop offs, and even some squirrel feedings. We had a great time and enjoyed doing what ever we wanted when ever we wanted and not being on a schedule. We stopped in Santa Cruz and enjoyed the most delicious Calamari out on the pier. It's the best I've tasted yet. It was a beautiful place there too. We ended up in Santa Barbara and found a great hotel at a great price right on the beach. We enjoyed a wonderful day at the beach, biked around, went to dinner and tested all the calamari but Santa Cruz still has our vote. We had such wonderful time and thank all our family for helping out with the kiddos. It was an amazing trip with an amazing man, the love of my life. Thanks for being the life of the party and for keeping me laughing. I love you!

Drake Graduates 5th Grade and Plays in All-stars

 

Drake was a big graduate of the 5th grade!! He had a great year with Mrs. Lawrence as his teacher and worked really hard to get all A's. He is such a great student and works hard to keep his grades up. Drake received the Presidential fitness award, graduated from D.A.R.E., and was voted most athletic in his class. Congratulations Drake we can't believe our little boy is going on to middle school.

Drake had a great time again playing on the All-Star baseball team. He loves it even though the get beat every game. He is sad when it is all over and I guess that is a good thing. He played great and we love watching him play. The weather this year was even okay and didn't scorch us.

Makenzie's Gymnastics Program

Makenzie has really enjoyed gymnastics this past year and is really good at it. She is very strong and loves to climb the rope and do tricks on the bar and beam. She is planning on trying the pre-team next year and see how she does there. Great job Makenzie!!

Tyson Graduates from Preschool

Tyson's preschool class had a little graduation ceremony. They sang a few songs, told us what they wanted to be when they grew up, and got their diploma. Tyson wants to be a firefighter when he grows up:) It was so cute and Tyson is so excited.

Happy Birthday to STEVE!!

Steve had yet another birthday!! He was actually working but we celebrated after work. He is such a wonderful husband. He can fix anything, loves to be with the family, works hard, makes us laugh and enjoy life, he is a wonderful husband and dad. Happy Birthday!! We Love You!!

Tyson is 5!!

Happy Birthday to my baby boy!!I can't believe that he is five and that he will be going to kindergarten. What am I to do? He had a wonderful birthday and even got a new big bike. He is so excited to be riding big. Tyson is so much fun and we love having him in our family. He makes us laugh. Happy Birthday Tyson!! We love you!!

Chautauqua- Clara Barton

Sierra just recently finished up doing her Chautauqua. She chose Clara Barton. She did a great job and is so independent and did most everything on her own. We even lucked out and Ashleigh, her cousin, had a Clara Barton outfit. Awesome!! It was so cute too! Great job Sierra. We love you!!

Sawyer News

Sawyer recently went to Sr. Prom with Linzie, a girl from Vegas. They had a good time even though they had to switch plans and the rhino broke down on them. They came back all dusty too. That is the only picture I got because prom was in Vegas at Treasure Island. Sawyer also won an essay contest. His mom said that usually only seniors win it but he won it and so they are going to hold the money until next year and he can win again next year too. He is such a bright kid and things just come easily to him. He also just had his last band concert of the year. He did a great job and also had a solo which he did awesome on!! Love ya Sawyer

May Day Dances 2010

May Day dances again!! It comes so quickly. I can't believe that it has been another year. It was Drake's last year. Their grade braided the May pole and did a tinikling dance. Sierra did a square dance. Makenzie danced to Move it, Move it. They had so much fun!! Tyson even won a baby girl basket(that he wasn't very happy about)that he gave to Aunt Angie and Aunt Carrie:)

Makenzie's 7th Birthday

I can't believe my baby girl is 7!! She is a fun and keeps us on our toes. She had a little friend party and played water games and made barrettes. She wanted a flamingo cake too. She is free spirited and loves to be in the middle of everything. She is looking forward to summer and playing more with her friends. WE LOVE YOU BOOTS!!!