Ohio

*** I am so behind on blogging, actually on life right now, but that's another story....we left to go to Ohio on July 8th. Scott had a trade show to attend in Columbus. My sister lives right outside of Columbus, so we invaded her home for a week. We had a great time....Noah loved playing with his cousins, I played with my sister, Scott had to "work" unfortunately...but, lame me, I have no pictures of this fun!

We left my sisters house to drive 2 hours to Scott's parents house. We made a quick stop at Wade & Gatton, a nursery that specializes in hostas. Right now their Day Lilly garden was in full bloom and beautiful. We took Noah in to the gardens and tried to get some pictures of him. We actually got some good pictures! Love that!! ***

Happy Fourth

Happy Fourth of July! We had a great time at our friends house, enjoying great food, laughs, fireworks & a lot of memories. There were 5 families there & a lot of kids....
I really wanted to see a cute smile & his really COOL red, white & blue drink. But instead, I got his smile & drink covered up.

this was the cute smile I got....love the eyes buddy!

Eatin' dinner with his "buddy" Madison

oh, wait...we want a picnic instead. So halfway thru their meal they moved & he needed a jacket. It was a little cool. We've been having some pretty strange weather this summer.

The Pechanga Casino has a pretty cool firework show every year. The balcony at the Ryan's house is a great spot to watch the show. It was pretty dang cold, but the show was worth it. They last about 20 minutes....the kids love it.

We had a great time with our friends. We're grateful to live in this country and to enjoy the freedoms we have.

The best news....

As of tonight, these two beautiful people are engaged!

Congratulations to my brother Andrew & to gorgeous Tamara!

We are so excited & happy for the two of you!!