Trip around the world?

No we didn't take a trip around the world we just went to Vegas.  We took a good ol' road trip toVegas this weekend.  It is about 8 hour drive there and we took in something new each day. We strolled through New York in the morning and by lunch we were in Paris dining in the Eiffel Tower then that same evening we were transported back to King Arthur Era for a tournament.  The next day we were able to lounge by pool in the near 100 degree temperature.  That evening we had dinner at with friends at the Hofbrauhaus.  These were just of the few events we got to take in.  There are many other things we got to do.  The funniest part of it was we were 17 floors above the Casino and we never got to gamble.  That is want children will do to you.  

Mother's Day

I have never wanted to be a mom until recently, well I guess for the last 4 years.  Four years ago I was barely pregnant and I have never looked back on being a mom.  I have enjoyed spending the day with family and feeling like the best mom in the world for at least one day of the year.  I never believe this is true except for this one day.  Of course, like many others I feel on a day to day bases what I did and how I could be a better mother.  I look at my lovely daughter and think I must be doing something right however I always want to improve.  

I can say in all honestly that I have a wonderful family and of course this day is for me and my family because I couldn't be a mom without them. 

I love you and couldn't imagine my life and different.

Farewell Jolene

For you guys who didn't know we have had a spend a night guest for a few months.  Our sister in law have been here studying to speak German before she head to Germany for her job.  The time has come to move her overseas and clean the guest room once again.  It has been a interesting to have family here so long.  Being military we haven't got to be close to family in a very long time.  This has given us an opportunity to have family around and help out with Ashlyn.  I have had a sister to teach about shopping and wines. She was a very good student.  She has also learned that children are not in her immediate future.  We have learned a lot about each other and Ashlyn as learn the meaning of extended family.  Thank you Auntie J for all the time you spent with us. Have a great time in Germany and we can't wait to come visit and be able to cash in on a free room.

Correction.

I have to admit that I was wrong on my previous post.  The butterflies are not Monarch they are "Painted Ladies."  I do apologize.  I never claimed to be a Lepidopterologist.  I did enjoy them no matter what they were.

Monarch Butterflies

I get to live in amazing places.  This weekend while I was stuggling with the overgrown, undercared for back yard I looked up to witness a unique migration pattern.  The monarch butterflies have hatched and started their migration from Pacific Grove, CA. The winds were just perfect to have them fly right through out housing complex.  At first I thought that it was just little pieces of paper flying through the air from a fire.  I moved from the back yard to the soccer field and notice hundreds of butterflies.  This lasted for hours.  Children were smiling ear to ear in hope to catch one of these butterflies in there home made butterfly net (who has those just laying around?).  Today the groves of them have slowed down and I was able to capture a few photos of them on my flowers outside of my house.  It was truely amazing, once in a life time opportunity to witness.

Ashlyn's Talents

Ashlyn as become a very talented person.  I have no idea where she would have gotten this quality.  Ever since she has heard music her body has moved.  She loves to shake her "butt butt." Now she has reach deep into her soul and is experimenting in singing.  I am unsure if I should be standing in line American Idol but I love to listen and watch all of her talents.  

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Okay I am really not in my twenties anymore I am "In my Thirties."  Yes I have recently experienced a Birthday.  A day before my "Big Day" I was lured out of the house for a mani and pedi with a girlfriend of mine.  Once I was back I had no idea that there was a surprise 70's party for me.  This is exactly want I needed to let loose and have fun since I was restricted to light work for the last 2 weeks and when I was up moving around I was planning the wine event that I co-chaired.  

All my neighbors where there.  I wish some of my friends back in the day could meet these incredible people I know here.  We truly know what the meaning of community.  That is right you Spruance Road Mafia -- I am talking about you. Chris planned the party but I know it took all of you guys to make it happen and I am truly grateful. 

As for the party there was cheese whiz and chicken in a baskit, box of wine, Twister, and other wonderful memories of the past.  I realized I was a true child of the 70's. 1976 that is!  The best part of the evening was the Karaoke. We sang and grooved to the music.  

Thanks to all of you that made my day special.  

GROOVY BABY!