Mexico!!

Having dinner with the Schwartz 's. They were so nice!
Paradise!!

John getting his award from Steve Larson ( a big wig at Alsco)

At the boardwalk in Port Vallarta

self portrait of the crazy couple in MEXICO!!

As most of you know my wonderful husband won us a trip to Port Vallarta due to his hard work!! It was the MOST WONDERFUL vacation. We got to go between Valentimes Day and our Anniversary. We haven't been on a trip by ourselves since our honeymoon. I am here to tell you if you ever get the chance to go, do not hestiate. It was one of the most beautiful places and the weather was perfect!!! NO humidity!!!! We mostly sat on the beach in our lounge chairs and took advantage of the nice wait staff. Such the life that someone brings you yummy food while you lounge at the beach!!! No sand sandwiches! We met a nice couple there that also worked for Alsco. They were so nice. John and went jet sking, of course on the day the ocean was the worst, but it was still a blast. John got a nice ring and certificate for being one of the top 20 salespeople. Did I mention how hard my husband works?? I'm looking forward to him winning us alot more trips. Next year, Cancun!!

Butterflies

Today we went to Callaway Gardens because it was free. Yes, it was a little cold, but hey did I mention it was FREE??? Anyway me and my favorite posse aka Tara, Parker, Reese, and Brodie went up to see the butterflies. I personally do not care for this exhibit to much. It is extremely warm in there and I don't like bugs on me. I resolved that I would not let this personal issues stand in our way of a fun time. Reese was very excited about going. It was interesting, but so warm. Reese loved it, Brodie could have cared less, and Parker was scared of the butterflies. Yes, my 100 lb boy actually ran away from a little butterfly. I guess he is more like his mommy.

Pumpkin Carving 101

Isn't he so cute?? Look at those little teeth coming in..
Here is Devin's sad pumkin, definetly no love spent here in carving.

Don't they look awesome all lighted up?? They are already starting to mold and halloween is tomorrow.

My funny pumpkin

Tara's is scary!

At our house we love Halloween. I know some people here in the south think it is satanic day, but I say poo on you!! When you can dress up as whatever and get candy too???!! We went to the pumpkin patch last saturday and had a ball. They had animals, a hayride, and corn to play in. We got our lovely pumpkins and we gave them all makeovers last monday. Of course I think mine is the best, but Tara is trying to take over my regin as master carver. We had to make Devin carve hers, but someday she will appreciate it. Parker wanted to carve one, but I can't let him use a knife. In a twist of fate I found a child carving knife today so next year I will let him do his own. Here our lovely pumpkins.

Well I know it has been a long while since I posted last. One of the reasons is my camera needs a new battery. I know its a lame reason, but I'm still stickin by it. Lots of things have changed in the past months.

1. Tara and Jeremy moved to Columbus (and my beautiful babies are here 24/7!!!!!!)

2. Parker started a new school with a new Autism program.

3. I will start a new job on Monday.

4. Allison is back at school and finally got her licensce back!!

5. Devin has a boyfriend who is super tall and has long hair???

These are the cliff notes on the last couple of months. I will try to post some pics soon.
Hopefully my daughter will change my background soon---hint, hint!!

Family Fun in the Sun!!!

The three amigo's dancin "under the sea"
How could this cute face, be thinking evil thoughts??

Don't hate us because we ARE beautiful!!

First Day at the Animal Kingdom.....Mary always in control asking someone to take our pic.

Well our family reunion is behind us and we are looking towards starting school very soon here. Disney was tolerable, but my time with my family was awesome!!! We started off on a rough patch picking up my parents late from the airport, but after that everything was great!! My camera battery died on the trip ( great timing huh?) but my very sweet brother in law, Nestor downloaded his photo's for me. He is so great!! Anyway here are a few pictures from our adventures at Disney.

Family Reunion

Today I am getting ready for our family vacation/reunion down at Disneyworld. I am totally stressed out about this. Having everything ready and being with my family in a very hot and humid place. Why didn't we do this in cancun?? Oh well, I will miss having two of my girls, but as they get older it gets harder to get everyone together. Wish me luck!!

Summer is almost over :(

The fourth of July is the half way point of summer. We are on the slipperly slope toward fall, school, and getting up early. What have we done this summer?? Not much to report, but we have had some good times swimming with friends, going to the park, and going to the movies. We will be going to Disney soon so that will be exciting, but very hot and humid. I am excited about seeing my family and sharing memories with them.

Today Parker had 4 teeth pulled. He was such a good boy. They actually gave a credit on our bill because he behaved so well. We need to start back getting on track with math and reading. Oh well we still have a few weeks of sleeping in!! ;)