Every Dog Needs a Boy...or Two!!

The boys have both begged us for a dog for years. Kyle began asking long before Nathan was even born. I always said NO. We were moving into a different house. We were having a new baby. Kyle was diagnosed with severe asthma and allergies. We just got new carpet. I always had a reason, but finally I decided that Kyle will be graduating from high school in a few years and we should have a dog. After a long and very dramatic search for the "perfect" dog, we finally found her. We're happy to have her as part of our family...she fits right in! Now, I don't know what we ever did without her. If she would stop peeing and pooping in the house, she would be perfect!!

Boys...then Girls

As most of you know, my boys are VERY social! Hmmm, wonder where they get that! 8-) Anyway, we always have their friends here at the house and with us, which I love! Kyle's friends actually put up with Nathan and include him in their activities and Nathan's friends think Kyle is "so cool" and he will occassionally hang out with them and play catch or xBox. So, the good news is many of their friends are girls. Since there is so much testosterone in this house it is so fun to have the girls around. The photos are of our "field trip" before school started to the Rainbow store and Reptropolis with Manda. She is here or Kyle is at her house a huge amount of time. She is darling and has a great family. Jackie also went with us to dinner at the harbor. She's a great girl too! See, so Grandpa Dino was right when he told me, " if you have the boys, the girls will be there eventually!" He was so smart...how did he know???

Fruits and Veggies

This is the produce I purchased at the market last week. When I was putting it away I thought it looked so pretty! The nectarines and grapes are delicious this year...I'm hungry.

I Had a GREAT Day!

It was a great day for me. First, Miguel and Esther were here to clean my house. I worked my butt off yesterday to get everything orderly and laundry finished so that the whole house is clean, tidy, and laundry all done. Then, I went to a PTA Executive Board meeting and we had so many people show up...it was awesome. We got so much done and we have a fantastic group of people on our board this year. I left and went to get my nails done and a pedicure...I have to look good for vacation ya know. Next, to Ruby's Diner for lunch with Barbie and Michelle, two of my very dear friends whom I haven't seen in a long while. It was great to catch up with them...and sit for 2 1/2 hours! After lunch, I ran home to meet the dog groomer who trimmed and bathed Molly Mo...she looks too cute. I went to pick up Nate from school (he actually ended up going to a friends house to play) and picked up the high school carpool. Larry called and offered to come over and buy Kyle a brand new bat. Thanks Grampy!! Hello, does it get any better??? Now, I have to pick up Nathan from Dwight's house and drop Kyle off at baseball practice. I do not make dinner when Miguel cleans, so I guess we have to go out to dinner!! I'm telling you, all I need is some delicious chocolate and it would be perfect!

So, what did you do today??

Wordless Wednesday #5 ~ ALASKA

DEPARTURE IN ONLY 8 DAYS!!!

4th Grader and a Sophomore

Nathan started 4th grade today and Kyle is now a Sophomore. They both looked SO cute this morning! Both reported a great day...Nathan was so happy to see all of his friends, he's Mr. Social. He was happy that he didn't have to do any math work today!! Kyle was excited to get "the best" teachers and he is predicting a great year. Kyle has really hard classes this year...5 academic college prep classes and a baseball class.

A New Mattress...Finally!

Today is the last day of summer vacation. What did I do? I spent all morning in my classroom trying to get it ready...my friend Carole came to help me...now, that's a great friend...actually she's my Supervisor!! Then, Darrell and I went to Sears to buy a new mattress! I know what you're thinking...those party animals. Our old mattress was a wedding gift from Mom and Larry and we just had our 17 year anniversary, so it was time.

So, what did YOU do on your last day of summer vacation? Can you top my day?