Happy Birthday, Heather!

We want to wish my sister-in-law a very happy birthday today! She's married to my brother, Ryan & they reside out there in the sticks of South Bend, Indiana. Or should I say, cornfields! Ha! Anyway, we hope you're having a fabulous day today & we can't wait to see you again! Miss you...love you! XOXOXOX

Aloha Oe, Bonnie...

...until we meet again. I just got home from Emmit's mommy's memorial service & it was absolutely beautiful, inspiring & personal. I decided to take Melia with me for two reasons:  one, he's a very special classmate of hers & two, I think it's meaningful for her to know the importance of supporting her friends & family during a time like this. She was ever so attentive during the entire 1 1/2 hrs. I felt honored to be in attendance  & although I didn't know Bonnie all that well, I knew how strong, brave & special she was - for herself & for her boys. Like Melia said, we're so glad that you're "home" safe & pain-free.  Peace be with you, sweet Bonnie.

Prayers for Emmit & family...

Yesterday, we received sad news that the mother of Melia's classmate passed away on Tuesday. We want to express our sincere sympathy during this difficult time & want you to know that our prayers are with you all. 

Big hugs for you, Emmit!...Melia's brave friend.

Spring Break 2009

Last week was Melia's Spring Break & she had a ball! She spent time with Daniela, her daddy & bubbas and then we drove down to San Diego on Wed night. Of course, we stayed with my mom & Anna. Thurs we spent the beautiful afternoon in La Jolla. Walked along the water, looked at some sea lions & drank some smoothies at a local coffee shop called The Living Room. I can't tell you how much I enjoyed our conversations together. Just sitting in the front of the coffee shop, people-watching & bonding with my baby at sunset. Does it get any better than that? After that, we met up with a girlfriend of mine from junior high school - Michele Ota. I had such a great time trying to catch up on things with her. Can't wait to meet her family...next time. Friday we visited Shamu on yet another beautiful day. I love that place, but it could've been warmer since we got soaked on some rides. And then Sat, we hung out at the zoo. Anyone who knows me, knows the zoo is my absolute FAVORITE!!! There were quite a bit of babies animals to see...it must be Spring Time! We had a great visit & can't believe how fast it went by. Enjoy some photos of our trip...

HAPPY EASTER 2009

We hope you all had a blessed Easter! We spent the first half of the day at Kaiser. She just hasn't been feeling well all week & starting Friday, I think it all just rolled up into today. Last night she was burning up & had an earache - that ALWAYS freaks me out! As you can see here, after a soothing bath, she quickly started coming back to me. Lucky girl had several Easter Egg Hunts today. I'm so glad she's doing better. 

We had a great couple of days with grandma/great-grandma 

& my mom and Anna. Of course, we watched the Masters  which was pretty exciting. We stopped by Gary's on the way home, but they weren't home. Now, I'm preparing the crust for my Spring Quiche. We're having a Spring Brunch tomorrow at work & I'm so looking forward to it. 

Have a wonderful Monday!