Cry Baby "CB"

I have to finally admit that my dear cat is no longer with us. A few weeks ago she went out our dog door and unfortunately never came home. I have posted flyer's around our neighborhood, craigslist and even the animal shelters and she hasn't been found yet. She has been apart of my family since she was just days old and would have turned 10 this year. The kids miss her terribly especially Brock as she has slept with Brock for the last 5 years. She was my baby and I dearly miss her. CB where ever you are I hope you are well and happy and your family misses you lots!

Girls Night Out

This is a rare occasion but I did get a night out with Samantha and Alicia the other night. We were supposed to go out with two other girls but they had to cancel so it ended up just us three. It was a fabulous night of appetizers, a few drinks, gambling, and lots of laughter! Thank you ladies for a wonderful night I so love both of you and I can't wait to do it again. Maybe we will include the boys next time? :)

Happy Birthday Me

Yes that time of year has come and I am yet another year older. Geez, I swear I woke up with a new ache that day. I am most definitely one that does not like to age but I have accepted the fact that its just the way of life. LOL Thanks to everyone who called, texted, or facebooked me a Happy Birthday.

We didn't really do a whole lot because James had to work that night but we did go to a nice lunch at Mimi's Cafe. It was delicious and we seriously had the best waitress ever! And for a present James and decided to combine our gifts and share with the kids a trip to California and a day at the zoo and sea world. That should happen in a few weeks so that will be fun!

Happy Birthday to me!

Water Balloon Fight

We found a new way to cool off outside. Nothing better then old fashion water balloons. The kids had a blast throwing them and then Brock and I decided to run up to each other and break them over each others heads. We got soaking wet and laughed the whole time. It was so much fun and even the neighbors who would drive past smiled and waved.

I love this picture they were so ready to start throwing the their water balloons but I'm not sure why the hands are behind their backs. LOL

Brock got Alyvia more then she got him and every time the water hit her she would jump and shriek and then the giggles started. So funny to watch.

After the fight was done both kids were soaking wet but Alyvia was more concerned for her hair. Typical girls! :)

Cousin Fun

Since I have way to many pictures of all the kids I had to put them in two separate collages. My brother and his family came to visit last week. It was so special as all the kids loves spending time together. Brock and Kenzie have an extra special relationship as they have been together since they day they were born. Now Aly and Titan have a love/hate relationship but I hope one day they can be as close as the other two. Ha wishful thinking. :)

They have all grown so much in the past few months and watching them all play is adorable. The older two are so smart and are both starting kindergarten this month. The other two little ones are very imaginative and just love life. They are always finding different things to play with and laughing at absolutely nothing. So cute!

On one of the days everyone was here my brother and sister in law took all the kids swimming. Brock and Kenzie are fishes and can literally spend all day in the pool. They even jumped off a diving board into the deep end. Alyvia and Titan are so alike even though on most days they don't get along. Neither one of them really like staying in the pool that long but they both agreed on the Jacuzzi.

The kids may not see each other a lot during the year but for a few days a week here and there but the bond those four have is amazing. They just pick up from right where they all left off. I so hope that bond stays tight as they all grow up.

Happy 21st Bday little brother!

Happy Birthday Arek. My little brother turned 21 a couple weeks ago and we were lucky enough to have him visit and celebrate with him. Its amazing how fast the years are going by and how we are all getting older.

Part of my brothers birthday present was a motorcycle that he and his wife bought. The boys just had to go on a ride!

We celebrated at my moms house with a bunch of family. It was nice having everyone together again for the night.

My sister in law bought a cake for him and also included our grandpas name since his birthday was 3 days after Areks. Happy birthday Grandpa Mike!

Some of the cousins playing inside while all the adults were outside.

My handsome nephew Titan. All I have to do is say smile and he just gives me the best grin, oh how I love this little boy.

By the end of the night the girls (Kenzie and Aly) passed out on my moms recliner. Alyvia is so in love with her big cousin Kenzie!