Again..weird tiny picture...grrr
BUT we had a special brunch for our favorite dad since we go to Church from 1-4 pm. I love that he enjoys his little gifts so much!!
Sunday, June 19, 2011
Ellen's first baby shower
Ellen's family gave her a drop in shower in Gastonia Saturday. So exciting!! I loved the blue diaper favors they made out of napkins...they put mints inside..so creative! (and I have no idea why these pics are so tiny!!)
Saturday, June 18, 2011
Kids Triathalon
Year two of the Kids Triathalon...Connor is about to get in the pool for 100 meter swim. He swims enough to get from one end of the pool to the other but has never learned strokes or breathing and really doesn't enjoy swimming...he'd rather run or bike... so he's very slow in the pool and he hates every second he's struggling to complete those 100 meters (think football field)...but he usually makes up the time lost on the bike and while running so he's glad it comes first...
His face shows he is exhausted from the swim but he's lightning fast in transition and getting excited to fly on his bike for one mile...
BUT...the volunteers made a mistake and thought he and his group were part of the 6-8 yr olds and stopped them after a much shorter ride...and sent them running...his strongest suit...usually allowing him to stretch out those legs and move ahead of many...but not today...again the volunteers stopped the group way short of the 1/2 mile mark...and he was disappointed...
HOWEVER...he learned the hard way to KNOW YOUR COURSE. He'll prepare better next time. All in all, it was fun and he got to once again be an honorary TEAM WHETSTONE GRANDKID...doesn't get much better than that!
(from L to R) Peyton, Connor, Owen, Hunter, Jackson, Olivia, and Hagin
Congrats Team Whetstone Juniors
Tuesday, May 24, 2011
PLEASE VOTE FOR MY FRIEND
The Mormon Bachelorette...
never heard of it? me neither! BUT...my sweet friend Stephanie Zundel is a finalist so let's all vote for her...She's the 1st one 'Steph Z'
you can cast your vote here
Her Daddy was our Bishop in Charlotte and I adored her...I was with her 17 years ago on her first GIRLS CAMP and we had a blast.
So..please vote!
Myrtle Beach Days...
37 days...37 days...37 days...I adore the beach...the hot sun, cool pools, soft sand, delicious aroma of salt air mixed with tanning oils and someone cooking out...ahhhhh...
I cannot wait for fun in the sun with my sisters and brother...and parents...and husband...and children...and grandchildren....and neices and nephews...
but I'll be honest...its my sisters that I really long to hang out with...it's our once a year retreat to childhood...
37 days...and counting
Wednesday, May 18, 2011
Rest in Peace sweet Spike
(Spike always kept Connor in his sights)
Eighteen months ago, Spike wandered into our yard and firmly into the twinners' hearts. Turns out his owner had died several years before and a neighbor with several other dogs had assumed care of him and was feeding him. The neighbor offered to take him back if he was bothering us but it was obvious to everyone that Spike and the twins had adopted each other. So, we inherited a pet. A very old, gray around the mouth but extremely sweet and loving dog.
I am NOT a dog lover and have NEVER wanted a pet. But, it was too late. It's very hard not to love someone that adores your children. Spike met the schoolbus everyday with a ball in his mouth. Connor never stepped outside that Spike didn't immediately appear at his side. Both twins adored him. Soon, we had dog toys and dog dishes and even a dog bed. He lived outside but every once in a while, he would wander in the door and stay a moment until he confirmed Connor was inside. Last winter, when Chloe and Avery (Peter and Ellen's dogs) came, he actually appeared younger...loving to run and play with Avery. He hated to be fenced in but for Avery, he would willingly go in the fence and stay all day...the only way Peter and Ellen could get Avery to stay inside the fence!!
We all knew he was old and would not be here forever. The last few months he became very very slow, often not eating, and more and more joining Peter in the garage during the day, overseeing its transformation into an apartment. Peter loves animals and I guess Spike felt comfortable with him during his last weeks. On Monday, he stopped meeting the bus. We knew then he was really sick. He wheezed a lot...and coughed and just looked pitiful! Last night, Peter and Ellen came and told me he was seriously suffering. I took the twins in the garage to say goodbye and he barely lifted his head and slowly wagged his tail. They hugged him and sobbed. Connor asked if we could help him. Peter offered to take him to the vet today. We talked about loving Spike enough to let him go. There were torrents of tears.
Pete came home from work early today and went with Peter as he literally carried Spike in to the vet...and the vet confirmed that it was time to end the suffering. Spike went to sleep peacefully as two grown men stood by his side and loved on him through tears.
They just brought him home and as I type this from work, they are burying sweet Spike somewhere in our 5 acres.
I am so sad.
and I don't even LIKE dogs...but Spike, I loved.
I will miss him but I know his last 18 months was happy as he became the center of two children's lives. Sleep well, my friend! You were loyal to the end. We will miss you!
Spike "Sheridan"
Eighteen months ago, Spike wandered into our yard and firmly into the twinners' hearts. Turns out his owner had died several years before and a neighbor with several other dogs had assumed care of him and was feeding him. The neighbor offered to take him back if he was bothering us but it was obvious to everyone that Spike and the twins had adopted each other. So, we inherited a pet. A very old, gray around the mouth but extremely sweet and loving dog.
I am NOT a dog lover and have NEVER wanted a pet. But, it was too late. It's very hard not to love someone that adores your children. Spike met the schoolbus everyday with a ball in his mouth. Connor never stepped outside that Spike didn't immediately appear at his side. Both twins adored him. Soon, we had dog toys and dog dishes and even a dog bed. He lived outside but every once in a while, he would wander in the door and stay a moment until he confirmed Connor was inside. Last winter, when Chloe and Avery (Peter and Ellen's dogs) came, he actually appeared younger...loving to run and play with Avery. He hated to be fenced in but for Avery, he would willingly go in the fence and stay all day...the only way Peter and Ellen could get Avery to stay inside the fence!!
We all knew he was old and would not be here forever. The last few months he became very very slow, often not eating, and more and more joining Peter in the garage during the day, overseeing its transformation into an apartment. Peter loves animals and I guess Spike felt comfortable with him during his last weeks. On Monday, he stopped meeting the bus. We knew then he was really sick. He wheezed a lot...and coughed and just looked pitiful! Last night, Peter and Ellen came and told me he was seriously suffering. I took the twins in the garage to say goodbye and he barely lifted his head and slowly wagged his tail. They hugged him and sobbed. Connor asked if we could help him. Peter offered to take him to the vet today. We talked about loving Spike enough to let him go. There were torrents of tears.
Pete came home from work early today and went with Peter as he literally carried Spike in to the vet...and the vet confirmed that it was time to end the suffering. Spike went to sleep peacefully as two grown men stood by his side and loved on him through tears.
They just brought him home and as I type this from work, they are burying sweet Spike somewhere in our 5 acres.
I am so sad.
and I don't even LIKE dogs...but Spike, I loved.
I will miss him but I know his last 18 months was happy as he became the center of two children's lives. Sleep well, my friend! You were loyal to the end. We will miss you!
Spike "Sheridan" Wednesday, May 11, 2011
Key Largo
So this pic just totally portrays the utter relaxation and beauty of our mini-vacation to Key largo...sheer indulgence right down to my toes!!!
Pete and I went alone to this little slice of paradise for our niece Ashley's destination wedding
Ashley and Ralph are just so gorgeous...and so very nice!
This is Pete's cousin (Uncle Johnny). He is a trip!!! Always coming up with something hilarious
Ralph and his best man...I loved the look on Ralph's face when he first saw his bride!!!
It was almost sunset...my favorite part of the day and it was so beautiful!!
This was a sand ceremony to symbolize the joining of two families...really nice
I enjoyed this hammock my first morning...it wasthe perfect place to snooze!!
From R-L....Pete's Mama, his sister Patti, his cousins Johnny and "Tiny"...we loved the hot sun!
Ashley's maid of honor...who would guess Ashley bought these dresses off the rack for less than $80 and they all fit perfectly
This is Patti's daughter-in-law Haley trying to convince her 2 year old daughter Emma to "throw flowers" but Emma wasn't having it!! Haley also has a 10 WEEK old...yeah, the girl is amazing!!
I love this shot of Pete and his Mama!!! She loves that boy and he loves her...as we all do!!
I love this picture of Pete and his "little" brother Gerry...such Irishmen! I adore Gerry. seriously, I do! He's a lot nicer than he looks in this picture...he and Pete just CONSTANTLY throw out one-liners...and they are so CORNY!!!!
This was such a sweet moment...
And I really LOVE this picture of me and Pete...LaNelle saw this and said, "Wholly Tan, Mother!" I couldn't believe I got burned...but it didn't hurt...I LOVE THE SUMMER!!!!
I am so glad we got to be with Pete's family for a few days...it is always fun. I wish we saw more of each other...I love them and really LOVE watching Pete laugh and swap stories with his family! We can't wait to see our beloved "NY Yankees" again!!
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