Moments That Matter Most

Summer Fun 2011

Well as Fall is officially here, its time to reflect on the summer fun we had. Billy and I took the girls to Disneyland in May. That was AWESOME!!! I haven't been in forever, and I have never been in the position to take my kids. I was so thankful that we were able to do it....finally. We had so much fun! We also went to California Adventure. We also went with my ex sister in law Jamie and her daughter Izzy. I am so thankful they were able to share that memory with us. And I am so thankful, considering she is my ex sister in law, that in our hearts we are still family. Then we headed back to my hometown of San Jose, Ca where we stayed with my parents for 3 weeks. My mom has some health scares which is what extended our stay from 1 week to 3. But I am glad I got to visit with my family for so long. I also got to reunite with my BFF from high school and it was so nice to finally see her again and meet her family. After coming home, we were home for about a week and then we began our looong journey (20 hours worth) of driving to Angelton, Tx (about 30 minutes south of Houston) to visit my dad and his side of the family. It was the 1st time he got to meet Billy and Kate, and the first time he has seen Jackie since she was 2. I miss Texas so much. I used to live there about 10 years ago and have longed to go back ever since. I just love the laid back way of life that is there. It's hard to explain if you've never been. So I finally get my dream. Once I took Billy there, he loved it. We are planning on moving that way this year! I am super excited. We are currently looking in the Austin area. After coming home, my mom came out this way LOL! It was great to see her again. But it was bitter sweet, because her visit meant she was taking our eldest daughter Jackie back home with her to live for the school year. Jackie had some set backs in school that my mom was more equipped to handle then myself. She is just out there temporarily and my mom and I have set up a rotation that every 2 months or so, one of us will make the treck so Jackie can see us. We get the first rotation, so we are headed there next Saturday for a week. I can not wait to see her!!! I have missed her so much. We all have. It's been tough, but she managed to go to church every Sunday, and go to Young Womens. We had planned on having Family Home Eveninings via webcam! :) Fun and exciting!! So that brings us up tp speed. I am so grateful for my family. They make everyday a blessing! Love you guys!!!

AMW



Mickey's Fun Wheel
California Adventure



Disneyland 2011