Proud to be an American

Our fourth of July was a little different this year. In years past we have gone to Grand Coulee, WA for the weekend. We sure did miss the trip. But we still had fun. The night before we went to our friends house (The Allens) to do some of our own fireworks. Some of the kids were still not sure of them. I was surprised in Michael he was a bit scared but tried to be brave. He would hide behind us. On the Fourth we started at the church at 8:00 am with a Waffle Stomp where we were to bring a topping for the waffles, juice, side dish, etc. Then we played Volleyball until 1pm. and yes I played hoping it would cause something to happen and this baby might decide to come a little early, but no luck. I was the only girl left playing on the floor. We had a great time and my team even won a few games. They made me a team captain. Yea for me.

We watched the fireworks on the only hill in in our part of Florida, Called Vista view. At one point it was a land fill, and now they have turned it into a park. These reformed landfills are the only hills you will find in Florida, and consequently they are where all the bikers and runners go for their workouts. From the hill we had a view of All the different fireworks from all the different cities. Because we were watching all the shows at once, it was definitely a longer show than usual. And on the way home they were still being let off by all the private parties in the area. Our neighbors across the lake from us must have burnt through 3 thousand dollars worth and it was an incredible show. The girls had a perfect few of it all from their bedroom window, as they tried to go to sleep. About midnight it started getting quiet and we finally went to bed.

Flip Flop Party

Kyndra turned 11 this month.

She was excited to have her first friend Party. She invited six friends from church and from the neighbor. They decorated their own Flip Flops. I made a Flip Flop cake and the girls enjoyed a Pina Colada. Unfortunately It rained, But it didn't stop them. They still went on the slip and slide and ran around the house and found mud puddles and decided to put the mud on their faces. They all had a fun time. She got her favorite CD Taylor Swift and some new outfits, scrapbooking stuff, and a lot of fun things.

Happy Fathers Day

He's so handsome!!!!!

We love you most!!!!!!

We love our Daddy!!!

He wasn't able to be with us, but he's still in our thoughts. He is a amazing Husband and father. I'm so grateful to have him in my life. He loves to be with his family and is so thoughtful and his always lending a hand.

My Dad!!!!!!

I love you.

You have always been there when I needed you and have given me good advice in my life. I'm grateful to have a dad like you. I know that is the first time I'm not able to be with you on this special day. You did a job well done. I hope you have a wonderful day...
As a little girl I wrote a note to him saying that I thought you are HOT. and to this day I still think my Daddy is HOT.

5 th Grade Graduation

We are so proud of Kyndra!

June 3rd was her Award and Graduation Party.

The Award Assembly lasted for almost three hours. They had a many awards to pass out. She received two. She got the award for the one to most likely be President of the United States. Two kids out of each class room was awarded .. There are seven 5th grade classes. She was excited since we started near the end of the year. And her teacher voted her for the Citizenship award for being an outstanding example for the school . She was one of 14 of 160 kids that received this award. She has done really well this year. She also finished with straight A's in both quarters. We couldn't have been more happy.

Way to go Kyndra!!!!!!
I was also awarded for the planning the Graduation Party for devoting my time with the PTA. Since Feb. I had to attend the meetings . To help in the schools and a huge thing. You have to be registered with the county and have a background check. So for those who planned and attended all meetings were the ONLY ones who could attend. I was the one of the lucky ones. It was fun to be with Kyndra. The party was from 11 to 2pm.

For Graduation the kids had to dress up and boys worn collared shirts and ties.


My handsome Boys

Michael was so good. He sat there for three hrs. We didn't think it was going to take that long. So I didn't think to bring any snacks or any thing fun to keep him busy. But we all know David. The boys kept themselves busy.

He was a Champ!!!!




GRADUATION PARTY



They had games, music, cotton candy, popcorn, pizza tons and tons food and a DJ. . And yes I went out and Danced. I know I must of looked funny but we had a good time together. .

The Land Shark Stadium

We had some friends that got us some free tickets to the Marlins/Giants game Saturday June 5th. But as it turned out they were not able to go. They were good seats and we couldn't see them go to waste so we asked Laura and Loren to go with us. Some good friend of ours. The game almost got rained out. The game started a 8:00pm. It was suppose to start a 7. We were able to get seats out from the rain. But on arriving there it was pouring. So we were all soaked. we could Not bring in our umbrellas into the stadium.. So my sweet husband had to go back to the car.. It rains everyday in the summer. When it rains it POURS. Wind, Thunder and lightening. It comes in the late afternoon and leaves in about an hour or two. And then its sunny again. But It's fun to watch.

They kept the field covered until the game started. We did get lucky. When the game finally started the rain stopped. We left after the 7th inning. We were waiting for the Marlins to catch up , but they never did. When we left it was Giants 2, Marlins 1, It was a fun game. We got to see a lot of hits, runs and double plays, and a broken bat. But the sad thing is that there isn't many fans. The stadium was pretty much empty.
Has you can see.


*Welcome to Land Shark Stadium*


Laura and I.

Yes, I'm Huge. 4 more weeks . Ha.

I'm ready to have this baby.

It's Dress Up Time

Laura Allen and her Girls...

Laura had has been a wonderful friend and was so sweet to give me a baby shower. We had yummy healthy food and many sisters from the ward were able to attend. I got some adorable outfits. It was fun to get pink stuff once again. Kyndra, Hailee and I will have so much fun dressing Isabella.. Since we got a lot of adorable dresses.

Thank you so much Laura for a Wonderful Day...

My friend(Sharie) made me a beautiful quilt just in two weeks.

I've always been wanting to learn how to quilt. I've had Sharie teach me. It's been a lot of fun. She's been a great teacher.

Water Girls

Beach Babes!!!!!

For spring break we went to Boca to Red Reef where we were able to snorkle. We found that The Allen Family had decided to go too. It was fun to see them there. The girls got together and played for the rest of the day.

The Allens got a cube for their pool. The girls had a great time.

As you see we found ourselves in the water all the time. We are enjoying the warmer weather and the sunshine.

Girls Night out

Madaline (7), Gwyneth (10) Kyndra, Liesel (10), Gretchen (5), Hailee,

Summer Pickard (10), and Syndey McKenna (10)

*Liesel and Gwyneth are twins*

It was father and son campout. and us girls did girlie stuff. We painting our fingers and toes and made cute flower brackets for our hair. But as you see Hailee went alittle over board. We have meet some good friends. The Allens moved here from Virgina the same week as we did. Its been fun getting to know them. They have girls about the same age as ours. They have four girls and a little boys who is all most two. But it will be sad to see them leave in two years. We have enjoyed our time with them. Thanks For a great time and all you do.