Connor and Ellie

Connor and Ellie! Connor is going to be 13 and he has had a crush on Ellie (and vice versa) since he was 10. They have been in the same class for years and even this past year in junior high they had a few classes together. They are quite shy around each other but they will text back and forth. I'm good friends with her mom and we both think they will get married. They both have very similar personalities and I think they are perfect for each other. I like to joke with Ellie and she will turn red. I love this girl and would love to have her as my daughter-in-law. We shall see in about 10ish years. Just documenting it just in case in actually does happen. I take pictures of them every so often and tell them that it's for their wedding book.:) They are good sports! 

Red Sox 2012

Connor had an amazing season this year. The Red Sox took first place with an undefeated season until the tournament. They lost both games in the tournament, but they came up against some pretty good teams. I absolutely loved going to his games. Connor has an amazing attitude and I love to watch him play. When most of the team was crying when they lost in the tournament, Connor was smiling and congratulating the other team. I love that boy.  Connor played short stop, third base and center field. He struggled batting off and on but over all did well. Already looking forward to next season!

My Dad

Fathers Day was a few weeks ago but I just have to say, I have the best dad in the world. He is giving, caring, sensitive, loving, understanding and I couldn't imagine my life without him!

Love you dad!  

Memorial Day weekend, I took the kids along with The Gailey's and my mom and dad and we went to Snoqualmie Falls. Cierra had a to do a project on the falls so it was a perfect opportunity to go take some pictures. After the Falls, we went to North Bend and hiked Little Si. It was a lot of fun. I'm sad I didn't get any pictures of Mindy but I got everyone else. Poor Mindy sprained her ankle on the way back down. Luckily it was towards the end. It was a tad bit rainy and there was some tough terrain but that's what happens when you live in Washington.

 My mom and dad are rock stars. There is no way my mom would have been able to do this a year ago. She has lost 60 pounds and has conquered many things since then. My dad is her biggest supporter and they do everything side by side. I love them to pieces and I'm so grateful they are healthy and strong!!

 Connor, Austin, Cierra, Shay, Chance and Brookie the Cookie!

Cierra, Grandma, Grandpa and Me at the Mariners!!

I was given an awesome gift by our neighbor(that I barely talk to but none the less grateful) of 4 front row tickets to the Mariners game. Sean was out of town(surprise, surprise), Brooke could care less, Kaylee and Connor was at their dads so that left Cierra and I. Cierra was all for it, so we grabbed grandma and grandpa and headed to the game. We also had free parking (which was pretty awesome too). When we got to our seats, we really couldn't believe how good the seats were. They we right on  first base line in the very front row. We had a awesome time, even though they lost. 

I'm very lucky to be a mom to these 4!

Last few days of School

A few  days before school was done, I went to a portfolio party in Cierra's class. She was able to show me all her best work throughout the year. I loved sitting across from her and hearing about all she has accomplished as a 4th grader. Cierra is in the Quest program at Zieger and has worked hard to be there. I'm so very proud of this girl.

This is her teacher, Mrs. Alston who she adores.

 Cierra got the award for "most helpful student" I would have to agree with that.

 Cierra and Brooke were very excited for the last day. This was them waiting for the bus on that last day. They got out early and our neighborhood buys ice cream bars for the last day. They love it.

 Now that school is out Cierra has been doing track meets down at Sparks Stadium. She does the softball throw, 100 meter, 200 meter and the long jump. She is improving and loves to be there with her friends. She has placed all 4 times in the ball throw. Once she trains a little more, she will get faster and will get some more ribbons.

 Kaylee had her end of the year choir concert. Sean was out of town, but I took the kids and my mom came. Also her dad and Stacy were there too. Kaylee has a beautiful voice. I can't wait for her to stop being so shy so she can share her talent.

A ton more had been going on, but that is the tip of the iceberg!