Portugal Pics and More Pics

For those who want a good glimpse into our Portugal trip, please enjoy! Sometime soon, I will post a LONG day-by-day narrative which Joe is so kindly putting together so we can remember the trip in years-gone-by. Many, many THANKS to Mike and Susie for making this trip possible and for Hans, Gerty, Rich, Bettina and family who made the trip so special and memorable. We love each and every one of you!!!

First Day of SchooL

It's that time again and my little cuties are off to school! Morgan started 8th, Kelsey 5th and Jake 3rd. Aren't they so dang cute! I just want to squeeze them. I will miss them but my home is looking forward to a good cleaning and organization.

Jake's Big Day

Our little Jake had his baptism on Saturday, August 1st. What a special day! I was in my normal form with tears streaming down my face. So proud of our little guy and his good decisions! This past week was also awesome since Jake finally decided, after a two year hiatus, that he is not too cool to give his mom a kiss. I'm loving every single one.

Kelsey, Wendy, Jake, Joe and Morgan

Grandma and Grandpa Weight with our Family

Holdsworth Family with Jake

Missouri Vacation

Just got back from our Missouri vacation. Dang, it went so fast, it seems like a dream (ha, family joke). We had a lot of fun and enjoyed seeing family. We stayed at my sister, Deb's, house most of the time. Here's the top ten highlights of the trip in no specific order:
10) Saw turtles, frogs, bunnies, fish, armadillos (true story), and lightening bugs;
9) got to visit Mike, Jammie, and family in KC on our way home;
8) attended 20th class reunion and enjoyed seeing old friends;
7) got to eat lunch with my former boss and co-workers who I love and miss;
6) ate dinner at brother, Brad's, house and had a great evening playing with his family;
5) watched Curt's BMX race and Jake got to race in the half-time Big Wheel show. Jake took first place!;
4) got to visit mom and dad's grave, help clean it, and show respect. Love and miss them!;
3) ate at every yummy restaurant in Springfield including Mexican Villa, Andy's, Steak and Shake, Mexican Villa, Five Spice, Cielito Lindo, Rib Crib, oh...and did I mention Mexican Villa? Wonder why my scale showed 6 pounds extra when I got home?;
2) rented bicycles at Dogwood Canyon near Branson and rode through the most beautiful scenery;
1) best day of all was spent at Big Cedar Lodge in Branson with Debby and Curt. Our best friends, Mike, Susie and Annie, also joined in for the fun. We rented a boat for 8 hours and played, played, played. I even got up on skis at my ripe old age! Ended the day with a great dinner outside at one of the lodge's restaurants with a beautiful sunset in the background. Perfect day, perfect vacation.

20th Class Reunion

Wow, why am I evening admitting that it's my 20th reunion? Guess cause it's not your age that matters, it's how old you act...which makes me about 20, right?

July 24th was my 20th reunion for Willard H.S. Go TIGERS! It was great seeing old pals and trying to catch up with limited time. I felt like I was on a speed date all night. Five minutes, then "Next!" Anyway, I had a fabulous time and am glad to have associated with such great people in my youth. They helped make me what I am today. (scary thought)

It's Great to Be Eight!

On July 13th, our little Jake turned 8! Jake had a fun day beginning with a sleep over with Austin, getting energy out at Kangaroo Zoo, swimming at AF swimming pool and ending with pizza for dinner. Still can't believe my little guy is getting this old. Is there anything I can do to prevent that? Love you Jake!