Memorial Weekend

This past weekend was Memorial Day weekend, and we made the looooong drive up to Shane's mother's house. We went from Thursday night until Tuesday morning, it was such a fantastic trip. We enjoyed relaxing and spending time with family including Grandma, Aunt Sherrie, Garrett, and Breanna. The whole weekend was so relaxing and we totally enjoyed it all. On Saturday we went to the Strawberry Festival up there and that was such a blast, except my poor son fell asleep not ten minutes into the trip and missed the whole thing. But there were a ton of booths and lots and lots of fun stuff to look at. On Sunday, I got to run off to a girly movie with my sister in law in the morning then after naps, we headed off to the beach. This is the only actual time I was carrying my camera so I hope you enjoy the pics. The beach was so nice, we went and got the kids some kites since Cheyenne has been begging to go kite flying and it turned out to be a great day to fly them and I think Daddy had more fun than anyone! We love and miss them so much and loved going to see them and cant wait to go back as soon as we can get the energy back up for the trip.

On a side note, we took Rocket and he did so great. He is going to be a great travleer, and pretty much potty trained himself during the trip thanks to my sister-in-law and their dog showing him the way. Love that I am not cleaning up poop and pee all day, THANKS SO MUCH!

A Nice Clean Rocket

This past weekend, we were able to give Rocket his very first bath at home. I am not sure why, but my hubby insisted that we do it in my nice, beautiful tub, instead of the kids play and seldom clean one. Anyway, the kids loved watching him get a bath. Here are some pics!

Quiet Time... Good or Bad?

Most of the time if my home is quiet then there is trouble brewing somewhere. There are those rare moments when I get them both asleep at the same time, but mostly that means trouble. Yesterday, after Cheyenne left for school, I was cleaning the carpets in the living room and I realized that I hadnt heard from Mason for like 10 minutes which is wierd. So, I went in search of him and this is what I found.

Well, kinda that, he was hiding under his covers in his room playing under there. He was having a great time. It is nice to have one child who can just go off and play because Cheyenne needs constant entertaining!

An Impossible Task...... Somedays

Raising kids, is so much harder than believe me I ever ever imagined it would be. All I have ever wanted to be is a mom, and a great one just like mine. But some days, I cant believe some of the tests that they put me through. I have a had a few weeks of trying times with Cheyenne, she is incredibly strongwilled and we butt heads all the time. So, celebrating Mothers Day was hard for me this year because at times I dont see myself as that great of a mom, but know I am doing the best that I can.

On the other hand, and in order to not make this the most negative post I have ever left. I would not know what to do with my life with out them and cant imagine even waking up one day without them there driving me nuts. Cheyenne is beautiful and headstrong and growing into the most amazing girl every day. I count my blessings every day for Mason, he is incredible, and loving to a fault. It doesnt matter if we butt head, two mintues later he is climbing all over me and telling me he loves me. My children are amazing and I know I dont tell them that enough, so I wanted to record it while I was thinking of it!

Mother's Day

Today as you I am sure know is Mother's Day, this year I had high hopes. All of the holidays this year, have really fallen short of a great time. They have just been average. So, I wanted something totally special. Anyway, what I got was a breakfast cooked by my wonderful hubby, and most of the day without kids driving me completely nuts. I think the best part of my day was the fact that every time Mason saw me he told me Happy Mothers Day, I know that he appreciates me at least!

My cards this year were great, and I thought I would record what was in my card from Shane because it is the epitome of what we are to each other. : ) It Says -
" To the Woman I love, yesterday, today and always. We have a past... You were my love before I even realized it. I had been searching for a long time, and then my heart recognized you. We have a present... You understand my language, whether it's a sigh, a nudge, or a sly wink. you inspire me to be real, to face things and to give everything my best shot. You accept me as I am, and sometimes I'm not entirely loveable, but you love me anyway. We have a future... No matter what my fears, no matter what my challenges, you'll be there for me and I'll be there for you. We're a part of each other, and you and I will always have the best kind of love."

These words were what I needed to hear, and I will keep this card with me for a long time to reread when I have doubts and dont know what to feel. I know this card is a perfect way to explain our life and our future!

Our New Addition!

So, I know many of you think we are nuts but we thought we needed another little one to take care of. So please welcome, ROCKET, he is an 8 week old puppy. We think he is a German Sheperd/ Lab Mix of some sort. He came home on Monday, after a quick stay at the vets to get fixed. He is doing great and loves the kids and cats already. Cheetoo and Anastasia the cats are not quite as sure about him but they will get used to it.

Rocket is the second puppy that we picked. The day that we were supposed to go sign adoption papers we found out that the one that we picked, had to be put down and we choose another from the litter. It was sad but turned out just fine in the end.