Friday, May 15, 2009

Take a Bow, Mom.

To me Mother's Day was a day to always honor My Mom. Now that I am a mom myself, it is actually sinking in that its hard work. For those of you who aren't moms let me shed some light. My Mom's work is never done. She STILL is in non-stop mode, always putting every one's needs before her. Everything I know about being a mom comes from her, and I'm so thankful to have such a great role model to teach me the tricks along the way. So thanks mom, truly my hero!

Brooke and I spent the weekend in Orlando, at Disney World's Fort Wilderness Campground. What a treat to be with Mom, Steve and Courtney for a family vacation, on Mother's Day weekend. Richard was booked with Karaoke the whole weekend and committed to filling in for someone at work so he stayed home. It was a blast to watch Brooke loving every bit of camping. Our trip was her first time camping and I must say she's a natural! It must be in her blood.






When we arrived Brooke and I cooled off in the kiddie pool! That was great for Miss B. She was so excited the entire time, squealing and having a blast in water she could actually be in without my hands! FREEDOM! We had a chance to relax and went to bed.


The second day we took our time in getting ready and eating breakfast, it was soon nap time. After Brooke woke up we all headed to Epcot. What fun to see the amazement in Brooke's eyes while seeing the big monuments. Dinner was in Italy which was a bit disappointing. The food was just ok, however the atmosphere made up for it. Our waiter had a thick Italian accent and Brooke was fun to watch flirting with him. We shopped and got great mementos. As the sun went down we sat at a small bistro for pastries in France. Shortly after desert we headed back to the tram and off to bed we went.
Mother's Day morning.








Leaving Sunday afternoon we got home just in time to Meet Richard and Patty at Bob Evens for a nice brunch. We then spent the evening on the parasail boat to watch the sunset. What a nice surprise.





Thursday, May 7, 2009

Hot From the Oven

We just got news that our big girl Brooke is going to have a little sister!
She is healthy and everything looks great!

















Our Estimated Due Date is Sep. 29th! Rick will be busy working on the Annual Haunted House at Circus around that time- Not too busy for a hospital trip though!

Thursday, April 30, 2009

Pictures from Easter

We celebrated Zac's Easter on Saturday. He was kind enough to share his basket goodies with Brooke. We colored eggs and had a blast outside with Uncle Duane. Easter morning was fun too...





.... Our pictures await you!




Monday, April 27, 2009

Easter

We had a relaxing day on Easter Sunday. Had brunch at Patty's house and opened Easter baskets. Soon after it was time to make a trip to Myakka and visit my parents. We were gifted with more baskets and yummy Easter treats! We had so much food that day- and everything was great! You know its a good day when you can eat, nap, and eat again! Pictures coming soon... Until then.......

Wednesday, February 11, 2009

Thanksgiving, Christmas, January, February & March

We've been busy busy busy! As you can tell I haven't had a chance to update until now. After Brooke's first birthday party we were slammed.



First came Thanksgiving! That was a blast we had a chance to eat a few great meals, and spend time with family. Although November was only a few months ago it already seems like ages; so much has happened.



December was just as busy as November, with Christmas, Circus shows and New Years Eve, we were all around all the time. Shopping, baking, and keeping everything going!

January came and went; We brought in the New Year at Desoto Super Speedway- watching Rick and the boys crash and bash their cars! We closed the month with my birthday turning 24. Actually on my birthday I had a great present. We found out I am going to have another baby! I find out in a month or so what our newest addition will be. We are so excited to be a family of four!

February brings us to our very first wedding anniversary on the 2nd! We had a chance to go out and celebrate which was nice.

March was filled with laughter as Brooke is learning so much and using all her new skills in ways never imagined! Towards the end of the month, Circus celebrated its 60th year anniversary! What a blast. We took a show off the list to have a celebration, extravaganza, party and show. It was an honor to be apart of the 60 years dating back to 1949. Richard was the Ring Master for the performance, and had a chance to work with his coaches when he was in circus- to put on a clown skit. Everyone had a blast and did a fabulous job!

Can you believe its April? Easter is this weekend and with the school year winding down, I have a chance to keep the blog going! Thanks for your interest, and new pictures to follow.