Easter

We spent this Easter with lots and lots of family this year as we delighted in remembering all the wonderful times in my Grandmother's life. We miss you!

Disney '09

Besides the fact that we decided to brave Disney during Spring Break on the busiest day "that they've seen this year" and the fact that the high was 59 degrees and very windy, or the fact that we had to take a day off to visit Urgent Care for Bryce's wheezing, or the fact that I lost my expensive sunglasses that I've managed to keep for 2 whole years...we did manage to have an incredible time. "Disney Magic" must make everyone numb to the above mentioned "facts."
Since when does the castle change colors at night? Am I the only one who didn't know this detail? Pleasantly surprised.
The Fam in Downtown Disney at Lego World

Bryce as he watches his lego car get defeated for the 100th time in a row. I'm serious. The boy was trying everything to help his creation win.

This was taken shortly after we took both kids on Jaws. I do not reccomend doing this with little ones. Let's just say we departed that ride with 2 kids screaming and lots of nasty faces from the other adults wondering, "Why on Earth would they take 2 little ones to see Jaws?" Live and learn.

Universal Studios...Curious George Land...more our speed.

Bryce and Daddy on Buzz Lightyear...we waited in line for 1.5 hours for this minute long ride. Crazy I know!

Waiting in line...again! Check out swollen lymph node on neck...hence reason for Urgent Care visit....along with some heavy wheezing. Nothing like steroids and antibiotics.

The highlight!

Hailey's happiest moment. "Ariel's Song" was worth the wait!

Drama!

Can you say FREEZING for us Floridians!

Disney just isn't complete without the huge swirly lolly!

Gi Gi

Gramma went to Heaven Friday, April 10th. She was the strongest woman I have ever met. She never complained. She never argued. She always smiled. She rocked in her chair. She played games with her great-grandkids. She gave the best advice you could ask for. She would do anything for you. She always listened. She smiled when you called her just to chat. She loved a good game of Scrabble. She always won. She loved her life and the people in it. She waited for those days we would bring the kids to see her. She was happy when we came to use her pool. She raised a family of 6 alone. She has 5 children. She has 12 grandchildren. She has 14 great grandchildren. She is loved and missed beyond words.

I can't decide?

Am I improving with my photography skills or is it just that my subjects are getting cuter?
I can't decide.

Bryce @ 5 years

Hailey @ 3 years

Can't wait...

to spend a couple of days with these guys! Disney World...here we come...Spring Break 2009!

Date Night

It was such a treat to get away for the night and go on a real date! We were able to enjoy a Magic Game, dinner at Seasons 52 (a must go) and the company of one of my favorite couples! Thanks Ang and Sig for the great night!

Wrong

Nice, cute bird, right... But not if this were you...

This poor, passed-out man (I think), lay peacefully in the sand enjoying a nice evening siesta while his "friends" planted Doritos on his body only to stand by the sidelines and observe them being pecked off him by nice, cute bird.

True.

I swear.

We were there.

Tonight.

Why I love Florida

I mean really, does it get any prettier than this? Bryce was away with one of his friends for the day, so Hailey, Brian and I decided to spend our evening like this:

"Birds, moe birds..."

Spring

Our first swim of the year! What a pleasant day. It was the first year that we didn't have to start all over with learning how to swim again. Each year, it usually takes a couple of swim sessions for them to realize that they do indeed know how to swim. I love this age!

Princess Party Time...

It was a delightful day with many little princesses, including Snow White.

Her face here is priceless!

Happy 3rd Birthday Hailey!

March 13, 2006

March 13, 2009
Hailey,
It was so nice spending the morning at the zoo and doing some shopping too. I can't believe you're three years old. You are the most beautiful girl I've ever seen. You brighten each and every day of my life! I love you!
Love, Mommy

Number 12

He's number 12 and this is his very first game! Both teams win!

Warming up with Dad before the game.

At bat...form's looking good!

Rookie of the Year

Trying out Catcher position...not too fond of this getup!

Of course, ending in good sportsmanship...what is there to pout about...both teams win in T-Ball!