Logan is 5

I can't believe that Logan is 5 already. Time sure has flown by. He was only 2 when Chris and I met and watching him grow has been such an eye opening experience. In honor of this milestone birthday here a just a few of the things I love the most about him.

1. His contagious laugh.

2. His beautiful smile.

3. His fabulous knock knock jokes. (knock knock..who's there? Eye... Eye Who? Eyeball)

4. The songs he sings and how fast he learns lyrics.

5. How he's grown into such a great big brother.

When they're not arguing, as brothers do, he plays so well and engages Myles in such a great way. The way Logan always wants to teach Myles new things and wants him to like the things he likes, and play the games that he does. It's been so fun to watch you grow up, and now with you starting Kindergarten I'm even more excited to see what new things you will learn and watch your mind grow and fill with even more new adventures. I love you SO much! Happy Birthday Logie!!

4th of July

We had such a great holiday this year. It was great to be able to spend the 4th with the family. The day was a little crazy. We started early and went to the Magna Parade (always and interesting time.) Chris was able to get off early so he met us down there. Myles collected a TON of candy and had a blast. Logan was there with his Mom and Step-dad and he had a good time also. It's nice to be at a point where the 4 of us can get along and spend holidays all together. I know it's a lot better for Logan. After the parade we headed over to my sister's wedding...yep on the 4th of July. It was a Harley Davidson wedding and it was as disorganized as I knew it would be, and it was absolutely perfect!! Lori looked beautiful and it was just a great time. My nephew Jacob was even there who I haven't seen in like 10 years!! He looks great and is living out here now so hopefully it will be good for him. After the wedding we went over to Chris' mom's and the boys played in the sprinkler. Then we lit some fireworks!! Logan is scared of them, but still can enjoy them if he is a good distance away. Chase LOVED them from the start, and once Myles got used to the noise and sparks he liked them too. I even got him to hold a sparkler which he couldn't get enough of. After that was done, Chris, Myles, Logan and I went over to the Cyprus football field and watched the Magna Park fireworks from there. It was a perfect spot, we could see everything and there was no traffic! That's probably where we'll go from now on. It was such a great day and I can't wait to have more holidays just like that one!

Last Minute

I come from a family of "Last Minute Doers." I learned this morning that this is one thing about my family that bothers Chris to no end. We got home last night about 10, walked in the house and my mom was on the phone. Apparently my brother decided last last night that we're having a birthday party for my nephew tonight at 6. His actual birthday is today or tomorrow depending on if you go on when he was born or whats on his birth certificate. (that's another story). Also I got a call 2 days ago that we have a party for my niece on Saturday. At least there was a little notification on that one. And we're having a B-B-Q on Sunday for Fathers day which I still haven't got a hold everyone and told them about it. Ahhh my fabulous family!

Missed Opportunities?

I feel that I might have missed an opportunity to know someone very special. My Aunt Louise (Grandpa's older sister) passed away this last week at the age of 92. She had been in assisted living for a few years and had Alzheimer's. It was her time to go she knew it and was prepared. She passed peacefully in her sleep with a few of her family there with her. Monday was the service and it was a beautiful one. A happy one even. She will be greatly missed and was greatly loved. After attending the service yesterday I now feel that I missed out on knowing Louise. She was such a great lady and I feel I could have learned a great deal from her. So now I'll take the knowledge I have and ask questions, and learn things that I could have learned before. Although she is gone I can follow the example that she set why she was here and learn to be as kind, as caring, and as great a lady as my Aunt Louise. Keep a good eye on your family from up there. They miss you and will always look up to you! Love Always!

Busy/Fabulous Weekend

What a crazy weekend this last one turned out to be. It all started Friday about 2:00, Chris and I both got off early and made a break for USANA where we saw the X96 BASH. Medina Lake, Red Jumpsuit Apparatus, Offspring, and the main reason I went, Unwritten Law. There were some other bands there too, but none of them are good enough to mention. It was a great show and although Unwritten Law only played a 20 min set it was the best of the night. It totally brought me back to why they are my favorite band!

Saturday we had a BBQ at the park with some friends. It was a great time even with the huge thunderstorm that rolled through. It was slightly cold and hailed a little, but the time in the sun was great. Chris had a chance to play some b-ball with his friends which I know did him some good and Myles had a great time playing ball and hanging out on the playground. I found he loves to swing. The food was great and the time with friends was even better. Thanks for everyone for coming out. We'll have to have another one soon.

Sunday Chris Myles and I and a few other friends went to the Bees game against Reno. It was an afternoon game and we had great seats, right above the dugout along the 1st base line. The sun was shining and we ended up being in the shade for most of the game so it was perfect. Myles, personally, could have cared less about the game. He was more interested in all of the junk food we let him have. He doesn't get candy very often so he was loving it. One big moment, at least for me, was the Myles walked up the stairs at the stadium by himself, no hand holding, crawling, or stumbling. The stairs are smaller then normal ones, about 1/4 the height, but he did it no problem, and now has the confidence to walk up 3 or 4 normal stairs with no help as well. He's gr owning so fast.

It ended up being a great weekend. I loved being able to spend time with family as well as with friends. However I now need a nap!

Perfect Mother's Day

I'll first start by saying that I have the greatest husband and son I could ever ask for. Mother's day was completely perfect!! Myles, bless his heart, slept until 8!! That's right 8 o'clock!! So much nicer than his normal 6:45. It was especially nice because it meant that Chris got to sleep in a little as well. He was exhausted the night before. As soon as we got up I got my presents! Chris had Myles make me the cutest card and he also did a hand print with both his and Myles hands on it. I LOVE it. Chris also got me the one thing I really wanted. A Cuttlebug! I'm so excited to use this for my future scrap booking and card making.

After that we headed to the zoo. It was such a perfect day. Just warm enough and not horribly crowded. Myles had a great time seeing all of the animals. His favorite was the stinky bird and reptile house. Go figure. He was so excited to see the little monkeys and the birds. He also loved the penguins and the giraffes.




When we got home we had a BB-Q with a few of my siblings and grandparents. It was fun to just hang out with the family. We all sat down and played a few rounds of PIT, a favorite of Chris and I. All in all it was a perfect day. Thanks again to Chris for making it so great. Love you babe!!

Disneyland!!

Recently Logan took a trip to Disneyland with his grandma (Chris' mom). Chris got to go for the weekend which was a total surprise for Logan. They had a great time. Lo is getting to the age where he is having more fun and going on more rides. (Disneyland isn't a novelty to Chris' family since he grew up in Cali. I think Logan has been at least 5 times already.) Logan's favorite ride was Star Tours. He calls it Star Wars Clone Wars. He and Chris went on it 3 times!! He got a huge double sided light saber that he loves. It has different crystals that make the sounds change. Very Cool.

Chris only stayed for a few days and the rest of the week Logan hung out with Grandma, Great Grandma and Aunt. He had such a great time with them. Going to the beach and to the park. It's all he talked about for 3 days.

They also visited Angel Stadium. (Chris' choice.) Both of them thought that was pretty stinkin cool. Special thanks to Grandma and Aunt for letting them stay with you. It's always such a great time for Logan when he's out there. Oh and thanks for sending that race car game home...maybe. :o) Oh and we can't wait for you two to move out here!!