My Little Old Lady Inside

Yesterday I came to the realization that I am a little old lady. I'm not sure when I became on old lady but I have arrived. For Jose's birthday we got tickets to The Killers at UCI. I was more than excited to go with him. There were many things that occurred to show me what a little old lady I am and for some reason I have decided to share them with all of you.

The concert was general admission. When we got there the place was only 1/2 full so I started to look around for the best seats I could find and Jose shook his head, took me by the hand and lead me to the floor. I don't know if you have even been on the floor for a concert before, I have. It can get a little crazy. I figured why not it's Jose' s birthday let's do it. So #1 reason, I was ready to sit in a seat to watch the concert from afar.

When we arrived there was an opening band playing. My very first thought was, wow that's loud. If they would just turn it down a little. Yes at a concert I wanted them to turn it down. That would have to be reason #2.

There were two opening bands and the second band ended at 9:30PM. When 9:45 rolled around and The Killers still hadn't started I realized that I was very tired and ready for bed. Reason #3 I was ready for bed before the concert even started.

When the concert finally started, it was great. They really know how to put on a show. When they came on stage the crowd rushed the stage and Jose and I were right there with them, jumping up and down shoulder to shoulder with the rest of the crowd. This leads us to reason #4. As they were performing Mr. Brightside (Jose's Favorite) I was really jumping up and down and then there was a little accident. Any women who has had a baby knows your bladder is never the same again. It wasn't a big accident just enough to make me realize that I am OLD.

I found it very fitting that they ended the night singing When You Were Young because I truly am no longer.

I might be old but I had a good time. If I had it to do again, I definitely would do it again so I guess I'm not that old. My ears are still ringing and I can't hear much but it was fun.

The Best Decision I Ever Made

Today is one of my favorite days of the year. I know that might sound a little odd to many of you being September 11th and all but it is the day I get to celebrate the wonderful man in my life. I feel completely blessed to have found such a wonderful person with whom I get to share this adventure of life . Jose I love everything about you. I love that you can find humor in ANY situation and that is what you choose to focus on. It helps me to focus on the positive and find the good in life. You have taught me to laugh at myself and enjoy the ride.
You are an amazing father. Your girls are blessed to have a strong, loving father. I love that you get down and play with them, teach them values and are filled with patience.
You are an amazing husband. There is no doubt in my mind that I am loved. I am thankful for you everyday of my life.
What more can I say I love you, Jose!! Thank you for the Good Times!!

Jose, Life is Good and with you it is even better!!

First Grade

Cherish started the 1st grade yesterday. I can't believe how big my little girl is getting. She is going to have a great year and Izzy is going to miss having her big sister around.She insisted on the backpack with wheels. I personally can't stand them. It was very hard to let her get one.
Cherish we hope you have a wonderful school year.
I'm so proud of my girl. She is such a kind, loving, sweet child. I feel blessed to be her mother.
The only tears shed were by Izzy. She was very sad when Cherish walked away. She wanted to go with her big sister.

Izzy Bug

Saturday we celebrated our little Izzy's Birthday with Family. It was a fun day but boy was it hot. We had the party at Mama and Tata's house and it is at lease 15 degrees hotter there than here at home not to mention Saturday was a scorcher no matter where you were.It was a ladybug themed party. We call Izzy our little love bug so it was only appropriate.
The girls loved playing in the bounce house but it was way too hot for them to stay in there very long.

Cherish came out looking for a Popsicle. I think she ate at least 6 that day.
Izzy enjoyed having both of her grandmas there to take care of and spoil her.
We tried to get her to take a nap before the party started but we were not successful. so we finally got her to sleep in the middle of the party in an hammock. We let me sleep for about an hour but then we woke her because we had to get things moving. One word of advice...Never wake a sleeping baby. I know we have all heard it before, but really NEVER wake a sleeping baby.

If you do be prepared for what follows.

I don't know if she just didn't like our singing or what but she was not impressed.
Once we gave her a cupcake she was happy again.
Yum-Yum
I love her cheesy smile.
I had to include this picture of her pirate face. She makes me laugh.

Once it got dark and cooled off the girls made their way to the bounce house and jumped and jumped. Cherish was doing some pretty good flips.

Family Game Night

The other night we played one of our common games of Trouble. Who can forget the Pop-O-Matic Bubble? It brings back some great memories.
It has become one of Cherish's favorites to play.
Izzy Loves to play too but she largely just puts her pieces on her fingers and tries to steal everyone Else's pieces. Yes it disrupts the game and makes it hard to play but it only adds to the fun.
She also takes her turn with the bubble. She loves to help us roll.
Check it out mom. Look what I can do!!
Nothing beats a good game of trouble with those you love.

two

I can't believe my little girl just turned 2!! Time really does fly by. We greeted Izzy with balloons and singing Happy Birthday when we got her out of bed. She wasn't too sure what she thought about it at first.
She quickly warmed up to the idea.

We made her Eggos complete with whipped cream bananas raspberries and candles. When we finished singing she asked us to sing again and again. She loved blowing out the candles.

Cherish taught her to lick off the candles. After breakfast the girls took a bath and had some fun times.


We went outside and took a couple of pictures. She is such a happy little girl.
What a smile!!
She let go of the balloon and waved bye bye until she could no longer see it.

We had a little melt down. I think she had had enough.
She has the sweetest little face.
Jose came home early and we spent the afternoon and evening at Disneyland. We went on the carousel many times. The Birthday girl just didn't want to get off.
Evan came along with us.
We had a good time on the Ferris wheel
Izzy really liked it in the beginning...
After a couple of minutes she wasn't so convinced. She kept snuggling into Daddy.
SURF'S UP!!!
Izzy tuckered out by about 5:30 and took a long nap. She didn't wake up until about 7:00. All in all it was a great day and a late day. We stayed for the fireworks and still went on Pirates of the Caribbean afterwards.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY OUR LITTLE IZZY!!

It's Official---We're Crazy

Last Friday night the girls were staying with Mama and Tata so Jose and I took advantage and went out. We went to the mall and did a little shopping (much easier without the girls). I needed some new shoes and then we came home. I started to fold laundry and then we got a bright idea. It was Friday night at 10:00PM and we were alone so what did we decide to do? We thought there was no better time to go for a 12 mile run.

We ran from our house around the Back Bay and back home. We left by 10:20 and got home shortly after Midnight. To be perfectly honest, it was very peaceful. Surprise, Surprise there weren't many people out at all. The stars were beautiful and the frog were loud. There is nothing better than spending time with those you love even if it is running at midnight.