Birthday Fun and Brace Face...

I haven't blogged about Shawna's birthday yet, I'm in denial...

My baby is now 13!!!!!!!

We were in Elko for her big day and we went to our favorite Mexican restaurant there, La Fiesta. We told our waiter it was Shawna's bday so she had to wear a sombero while they sang Happy Birthday in Spanish and then we all joined in and sang it again in English. It was fun and she got a delicious fried ice cream which she shared.

Now that my big girl doesn't have any baby teeth the dentist suggested braces to straighten her adorable smile. The one request she had before she got her braces was to head to Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory for a carmel apple. I forgot to snap a pic of the delicious apple before we devoured it, but here's Shawna posing while I snap 1 last shot before we threw the core away. Thanks to everyone who recommended the Apple Pie Apple, if you haven't had one you HAVE to try it! Pure heaven!!

She was so excited but now that they're on I'm sure she's wishing the 2 year timeframe was over! Her teeth hurt and she's having a hard time eating but that should only last a few days, then she'll be used to them. She sure is cute with them braces!

We are so blessed to have Shawna in our family, she's such a sweet and caring young lady and we wouldn't be complete without her! We love you baby!

Schools out!

Schools out and the girls did very well this year! Shawna made 4.0 the whole year and Annie got 3 4.0 report cards and 1 with all A's except 2 A-!! I'm so proud of my little nerds! I never came anywhere close to getting a 4.0 when I was in school and since my mother has been heard saying "None of my children were exceptionally bright" she's also very proud of her smart grandkids!


I've been wondering what kind of fun things I can have the girls do this summer while they're home. I hate when they stay indoors if hot outside because that just means TV, Computer, WII and NO physical activity. Today however, they ditched me and went here with their friends...


Is it really "What Fun Is"? I don't know but I'm sure they're having a blast and being active so that's definately good! In the mean time, since I've been ditched and had to buy something from Deseret Book for the discount passes I think I'll sit in the air conditioned house reading this...




And I'll get my activity later!

Happy Summer!!

Chopped

I cut my hair, what do you think? Grow it out or keep it short...

Sister Fun...

Dear Sis,

I love you! As kids you were my best friend, always there to play with and talk to. Now that we're grown ups it's nice to know things haven't changed! Thanks for the fun this past few weeks! I can't wait for our next adventure!

Love always,

Me

The Sugarland Concert was a blast!

AND I LOVED THE GUY SITTING NEXT TO YOU ;)

(and I know you'll forgive me for posting this pic of you because you love me too, BUT ALSO BECAUSE you loved that guy as much as I did! HEHE!)

You are an awesome aunt and such a great example to my girls!

An unexpected dinner and night of playing WII, is exactly what I sometimes need!

And a fun quick shopping trip, dinner and GLITTER TOES!

Thanks again for being the best! I love you!!

In a funk...

I was in a funk and needed a laugh, thought I'd share...

SUGARLAND...

Becky asked me a few weeks ago if I wanted to go to Sugarland since Mat had to go out of town. I of course was thrilled but due to my air headedness I booked 2 things this weekend. Unfortunately due to snow in Idaho 1 set of plans cancelled (or fortunately as the case maybe) and thankfully Becky couldn't sell her tickets so we're going and I'm soooo excited! It's been awhile since I had a good dose of sister time and I can't think of a better way to spend it then dinner and a concert! WOO HOO I'M SO EXCITED!!

Happy 14th Birthday Annie!

When you were born we were so excited to start our family! I remember it was such a busy day, starting at 2am until you were finally born at 4pm. Everyone from our families was so excited and waited and waited at the hospital all day! We didn't have a moment alone until late that night when our final visitor had left and I think both me and dad were exhausted! We had the tv on low but no other lighting and we were talking about our future, your future, I will never forget it! Daddy was holding you while he sat in the hospital recliner in my room, the glow of the tv just highlighting your perfect baby skin and dad looked down at you in awe and said in a whisper "She's just the coolest little thing isn't she?"

It's unbelievable for me to think that was 14 years ago! You are growing up into such a beautiful young lady and you are still just the coolest thing ever! We are so proud of you and who you are growing up to be!

Have a great day! We love you "Boo"

Happy Birthday!