Summer 2011

It's been quite a while since I've last posted. A lot of ups & downs in the past few months, but thanks to God & my family & friends, most of them are UP. So grateful for the love around us!

Since my last entry, Melia completed 2nd grade, finished Signature soccer & Spring softball & made the All-Stars for 8U (softball). What a great experience & she had so much fun with her friends. They all improved immensely! I think she was definitely ready for a break from "activities" in general, but somehow we've still managed to remain busy with lots of friends & family-time. She completed Surf Camp a couple wks ago & although she was excited to be there, she wasn't as gung-ho to be in the camp...but she came out of her funk the 2nd half of the week & I am so proud of her.

She's been really lucky to be swimming a lot with her family & friends. And she's been to Splash water park a few times with Sara & more friends. Got to see Rihanna in concert with her friend, Lauren. She was so excited, but what REALLY made her night was seeing Khloe Kardashian up close!

Had BBQs with more friends & cooling off in the pool. The last couple weeks have been warm here in Brea so we've also cooled down at the movies a few times. Tonight we had dinner with our friends Marley, Madison, Sara & Saige & we then went to watch our friends, Lauren, Madison, Kami, Emma & Ryan perform in the Peter Pan musical. They did such an awesome job & Melia just adored Tink! She really wants to be in the next musical.

Well, tomorrow begins the month of August! Can you believe it?! Every weekend is jam-packed with good stuff til she begins school on the 31st. Ughhhhh NOPE not complaining! She'll be in 3rd grade I can't believe it! Oh well...here we gooooo! Hope you're having a wonderful summer!

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Spring Softball & Soccer

Her softball team, the Cherry Bombs, has played 6 games thus far & are 5-1. She is having a great time & enjoys her team very much! She started pitching this year & is improving greatly. We would love for you to come see her play if you get a chance. All of her games are in Brea at Tamarack Park with the exception of one at the Brea Sports Park on 3/31. Here's her schedule:

3/24 Thurs at 530p

3/26 Sat at 300p

3/31 Thurs at 530p

4/14 Thurs at 530p

4/16 Sat at 900a

4/21 Thurs at 530p

4/23 Sat at 900a

4/28 Thurs at 530p

4/30 Sat at 1100a

She is also playing AC Brea Signature soccer. They're off to a great start so far, with a record of 1-1. Since softball is her main sport this spring & some of her soccer games conflict, she will only be able to play half of them. It's quite a busy schedule, but I think she'll be fine. It's me who's beat! Her first game played was last Saturday & I think she missed that fast-pace competitiveness more than she thought! It's so exciting to watch her hustle out there! Here is her soccer schedule. If you can make it to support her that would be great!

3/26 Sat at 1030a - Brea Jr High

4/16 Sat at 215p - Brookhaven

5/7 Sat at 900a - Brea Jr High

5/14 Sat at 1200p - Benton Middle School

Miss You Grandpa...

Seven years ago today, I lost my grandpa. I miss him terribly, just as much as the day we lost him...even more. My grandma, the matriarch of our family has remained such a strong role model for us girls & I can only hope to be as amazing as she!

We love you, gramps, always & forever. I know you're watching out for us, but keep a special eye out for Mel when I can't be there with her. XOXOXOX

Update...

Can you believe we're already well into February? Where did the time go? The Packers were victorious at the Superbowl last weekend & we had a great time at the Perry's with all of our friends! Melia's been selling Girl Scouts Cookies for almost 2 wks now & I'm just about ready for them to be gone. Work has been busy, but good. Melia started practicing for Spring softball & will be playing Signature soccer as well. She's a very busy little girl, but is loving every moment of it. And me, well I'm just riding on her coat tail. I am feeling well & doing my best to enjoy every moment. Taking in & being humbled by all of the amazing people & things we've been blessed with. Life is good!

It's actually the HAPPY Anniversary...

This day last year was the date of my 2nd surgery which, as we all know, was the successful one. A lot has happened since that day & I choose to believe it's all good. I will take this time to thank my amazing family & friends for all of your love & support throughout this past year & a half. You all inspire me daily (in one way or another) & I wouldn't have it any other way!

2011 is going to be MY year!...OUR year! Let's do THIS!!!