New Jump Rope

Daniel got a new jump rope today at the dentist office. Perhaps the most expensive jump rope in history. After having 2 cavities filled (because he has a mom that believes in letting him brush his own teeth), we were checking out. Daniel chose a jump rope from the toy box and ask me if I had to pay for it. The dental receptionist responded yes, it will cost $572. Daniel looked at her like she was crazy and said, "for a jump rope?". I had to laugh. I hope he enjoys his new toy.

My Project

Thanks so much to my friend Kim for her discovery of "cake balls". If you haven't had these, you must get some NOW!!! Kim led me to the website Bakerella. She has the most adorable "cake pops". I saw the apples and just had to try them. I think they turned out really cute. I'm on my way to the boys school to drop them off. Never hurts to earn brownie points with the school.

First Day

I cannot believe I just left my "baby" at kindergarten. He was so excited about going to "big school". He woke up at 5:45this morning and wanted to know if it was time to get on the bus yet. I drove them to school this morning and then cried all the way home. I don't know what I'm going to do with all my free time. I wish I had just a few more years with them home. They were both so excited about their classes and teachers. I know they will do great, but I'm not so sure about me.

16 Years

16 years ago I married my best friend. We have had out ups and downs (imagine the most fast and furious roller coaster ride of your life), but I wouldn't change anything we have been through. The last couple of years have been rough no doubt, but they have helped to mature us both.

Scott has never been the super romantic that I read about in books and see on television, but last night he really blew me out of the water. I had asked earlier in the week if I should get a sitter for our anniversary and he said, "No, we will just figure something out later". Ok, fast forward to Thursday, Scott texts me and ask if I would like to go to dinner at Silo House- Sure. When he comes home, he says he has decided we are going to Peasant Village. I was a little disappointed, but tried not to say much about it. He said we have reservations for 5:45 and the babysitter will be here at 5:30.

Friday afternoon, the doorbell rings at 5:30 and I answer it expecting our babysitter, but I am met by Ray- my limo driver. What??? I've never been in a limo in my life. Scott comes down stairs with 16 red roses, each with a tag and special memories of a year in our marriage. At this point I break out in tears. We had a wonderful dinner in Valera, Texas at Rancho Loma and then enjoyed our ride back to San Angelo.

I was most definitely surprised, thrilled, and swept off my feet. Thanks Scott for a wonderful anniversary.

Uninvited Dinner Guest

Those of you who know me well know I love to cook and have people over to eat. I don't get to have dinner guest nearly as often as I would like and can usually roll with the punches if someone happens to stop by, but not tonight. Tonight's dinner was ruined by our uninvited guest who still has not left. Thought you might like to see his picture.







When I went outside to light the grill for our steaks (barefoot) I took the grill cover off and felt something crawl across my feet. I screamed and jumped just in time to see the snake crawl into the corner. By the time Scott got outside, the snake had taken refuge inside the grill. Our wonderful watch dog is now sitting guard so the snake cannot leave the grill. Not sure where the dog was when the snake crawled onto the porch. Not sure exactly what to do with the snake. Scott says he is harmless (I think my heart skipping beats like it did, might be harmful). I thought about trying to shoot him, but I would probably just hit the gas tank and blow up the whole house. I guess for now I will just pray he decides to leave soon.
Scott did pull out the charcoal grill and cook the steaks while I stood at the door and watched.

Summer Fun

Friday we took the boys out to the local lake to ski and knee board. We all had a blast. It was great to be outside enjoying the summer sunshine and the cool water. Scott loves his new boat, and we all enjoy being out on the water as a family.

Isaac did great skiing and we even untied them (they are beginner skies and were laced together) before the day was over. He didn't have any trouble at all jumping waves and weaving back and forth in the water.

Daniel had fun on the knee board. He loves to rock it back and forth and is so funny "doing tricks". He can almost stand up on the board and loves to ride with his hands in the air.

A Change

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