Our model

If you look in the top left corner of this billboard, you will see our Jaxson holding a basketball on his head. This is the clothing line he models for called ROAR. The billboard is in L.A. If you click on the sidebar, you can visit their website and see more of our boy with his uncle Josh, who is his "agent." He loves the boys and comes to visit on holidays.

Happy Valentine's Day !!

Here we are, the second month in 2009 and one of my favorite holidays coming up. I have been working on my Valentines for my little guys, Jayden, Jaxson and Addison and my new little Princess in Waiting will have to wait until 2010, but I get to see her in utero tomorrow at the doctor's office. Memere's Bebe! What a joy to have my little family right here living so close. I am truly blessed.

I made the card above for my favorite couple, Bridgett and Matt, who are celebrating their anniversary number 8 on Valentine's Day. Happy Anniversary to you both! I'm so proud of you.

Welcome 2009 with memories of Christmas '08

I want to begin the new year with a photo of me and Bridgett and her precious cargo. Yes, she is having a baby GIRL and we are excited! Her due date is May 13th. She has a special glow about her and even though she is busier than ever, still has a spring in her step.

This picture was taken on our Christmas morning, the week before. We had a wonderful day as we packed in our festivities into a single day. Presents, cookie making, lots of laughter and activity. With three boys ages 2-7, there was plenty of all of it. This year the spirit of gratitude and love was abundant. Our lives are so full and crazy! Just the way I like it. I know the new year will bring more blessings than ever.

Children's Christmas Party 2008

As you can see, we knew where Jaxson was this year, in the caboose of the train with his little bro, Addison! He rode about six times. Addison lasted one. Meanwhile, Jayden was where the action was, on the snow slope.

Mommy and Dad were a big help this year! Papa and I got to enjoy ourselves much more and actually see the kids having fun. Despite a rather warm day, 80 degrees, the kids still had a blast in the rapidly melting snow that was brought in. The day couldn't have been better. No one got hit with a snowball (except MaMa, oh well) and the pizza, games to play, and Mr. and Mrs. Clause posed with the boyz for a holiday picture. They each got a gift and my gift was them!

Christmas will be early for us this year as MaMa has surgery on the 22nd. Merry Christmas, ho ho ho, jokes on me. But I plan to rally in time for our new baby coming in May. More to follow on that subject as we find out the sex tomorrow. Happiness abounds!

Thanks Giving

November brought a turkey to our kitchen table. The first one in about 9 yrs. My pregnant Bridgett made a request for "Mom's stuffing" and that's all it took. Tommy and I got busy and put together a really nice, simple, Thanksgiving feast only 2 days before. Thank you Scolari's!!

The boys were on their best behavior (for awhile) and gave us the joy of youth we needed. There's something so special about grandchildren. PaPa washed dishes for about 45 minutes while I had a tea party with Addison and Jaxson. Everyone was filled to the brim and I sent home another meal with the kids. Round two to come, Christmas!

Falling into Winter

Doesn't seem possible it is already November. This year is zooming by. I missed October posting completely, but am on it now. Halloween was the big activity for this month, of course. With Three boys, it's always busy finding just the right costumes. Pictures speak louder than words so I'll just show not tell!

The biggest news is that the boys are going to have another playmate. Bridgett is 12 weeks pregnant! Still trying for that little girl. She is due mid May 2009. More news shall follow. I had the honor of listening to the baby's heartbeat yesterday. Her midwife suggested the beats were fast, therefore possibly a girl! No ultra sound to see the sex yet.
I am taking a floral arranging class through Adult Ed. I've always wanted to know the basics and so far my first effort was really fun. We did a basket arrangement and I look forward to learning how to arrange in a vase next class. Hopefully I'll attach photos next blog. Until then, rake those leaves and don't forget to jump in!

Autumn is here!

Indiana, aka Jaxson


Addison, jokester

Jayden 1st day school

I have been very busy since the last post. My boys started school, Jaxson in pre-school, Jayden in 2nd grade. Addison is the only one home and he's loving it! At 2 he's a live wire and doesn't take any guff from his older brothers. I am blessed to have them living so close to me. We have lots of fun together and there's never a dull moment when they're around. Here, Jaxson is Indiana Jones, which works well when he gets into trouble as himself. He just says he's Indiana! And Jayden is loving school and asking a lot of science questions. I need to go back to 2nd grade to be able to answer them. What is the strongest muscle in the human body? Answer below. See what I mean?

I spent 10 days in New Mexico, reuniting with my friends and family. I also got to visit my Dad at the Atria Rio Vista, where he still goes to exercise class, church, has coffee with friends he's made there. At 91, he's slowed down a bit, but still has a feisty side.

Me and Judy Donna, Louise, and me

More to come as October and Halloween comes. Til then, Adios!

answer: the heart