Rain Gutter Regatta.

I love my boy scout. xo

Calm and Casual.

We had a very relaxing spring break around here. I did a lot of spring-cleaning; a few photo shoots, and the kiddos had lots of time to just hang out. We ended the break with a calm and casual weekend on Coronado. Can we go back? Reality and schedules are already back in full swing.

Eight.

Dear Jorgia,

           Today you are eight. You have been counting down to this special day the entire month. Eight, you say is going to be great and it is. I am sure of it. I would like to slow down time just a little so you stay my little peach forever. I love your creativity and the way you approach the world head on. Your infectious laugh and love for your family. The way you are always thinking about someone else and what you can make for them. I love you for that. Thank you for making me feel like the luckiest mama everyday. Happiest of Birthday's Peachy Pie! I love you to the moon and back.
                                                                           
                                                                                                                               xoxo

Dear Jackson,

           Today you told me how great it was that you were eight and then ran past me into the backyard. That's you, my fiery ball of energy that goes and goes all day long until it crashes. You make my world sweet and spicy all at the same time. I never know what is going to come out of your mouth and I have come to love that about you. You speak your mind and stand up for the ones that you love. You love your sisters and drive them crazy, but they adore you. You make us all laugh each and everyday. Thank you for making me feel like the luckiest mama in the world. Happiest of Birthdays Bubba! I love you to the moon and back.

                                                                                     xoxo

No one loves you or understands like a sibling. Uncle and Auntie taught me that. Hold tight to each other today and always. xo

Oh Happy Day!

Dear Carlson,

     Today is the day we celebrate you. You, who are my soft place to fall, my calm in the middle of our wild; my i (mac, phone, pad) support hotline, my dvr recorder, my home brewing sensation and above all my best friend. I cannot imagine my life without you in it.  You are so calm and supportive with our babes. You listen to Jillian with gusto as she explains her favorite comic book of the moment, all the while getting her to finish her last few math problems every night. You let Jackson crawl into your lap every night with his supplies (bronco blanket, fish, blankie) and watch Triple D with you as he asks a million questions through the entire show. You are so patient with Jo (your peachy), who tells you the longest stories of her day in complete detail and often starts over if she does not have your complete attention.  Umm, whom does she take after? So, just so you know, we would not be who we are with you. Happiest of Birthdays Babe! I love you to the moon and back.

xoxo A

Carrot cake will be waiting when you get home!

Proud Mama.

The lighting was terrible and I forgot my flash, but who cares my babes were getting awarded for their Photography skills. My heart was so proud.

Jackson: First Place for his underwater self portrait with the Go Pro Camera.

Jillian: Third Place for her portrait of Jorgia in the Bahamas also taken with the Go Pro camera.

Jillian's buddy Lily also received first place for her poetry. Cutie Pies.

Cheering Section.

Proud of all my Babes. They are all winners. xo

HOP to it.

Happy Easter!