What a BEAUTIFUL Day that the LORD has made!

OUR HOUSE SOLD TODAY!!!! Well.... we got a contract, we are all signed off.... we are waiting for closing .... which will be sometime next week!! It has been a whirlwind of a day... but I truly believe God had his hand in this one.... with that I will keep praying and ask you to do so also, that this all goes through nice and easy!!! YEAH!!

Walking in Memphis....

Well.... lets see what can I fill you in on about our big trip..... What happened in Memphis stays in Memphis thats it - all I can share.... we had tons of fun - it was so nice to get away, great drinks, great atmosphere.... and great company and many great memories!!! I will share of few pics just to show you that we really did go!!

Dean and I

Dean, Eric and Randy (The birthday boy!)

Me and Kerry

Randy and Monica

Monica and Mike aka Michael... (we missed you Jane!)

Beale Street

Danielle and Monica

Randy on his Birthday!

Eric and Kerry

Randy and me


We did have so much fun..... the kids had fun staying with my sister and her family... and they survived my kids - so thats good!! Back to normal today.... took the kids to Six Flags, where my son was "checking out 4 hotties" and my daughter wanted to know if her goggles made her "look sassy!" I might be in trouble!! Went out to dinner with some girlfriends... another much needed outing and some good old fashioned girl talk!!! Off to watch Colby play jr. golf tomorrow.... Here's to a good week... and a house sale.... please!!!!!!

Frienemies.....

Nothing much to update you on..we did have a BIG baseball game on Wednesday night - it was against Colby's good friend Michael's team - this was the 4th time we played them this year - we had won 2 times - they won once.... but they did beat us again on Wednesday!! It was a close game.... but a bummer to lose!!! Colby had a hard time at first - but Michael will be playing Fall Ball on our team and I know that makes Colby super happy!


Also thought I would post this picture of Camryn and Faith - apparently there has been some confusion that a previous post was Faith - but that was her other friend Paige.... so this will help clear that up.... This picture of Faith and Camryn is my all time favorite!!!

and this is Camryn and Paige...

The house is back on the market... back on realtor.com and the sign is back in the yard.... I am not sure if this is an uphill or downhill part of this roller coaster!!! I am pleading with God that this house sells..... Thanks to all of you and your support! We are so lucky to have friends and family like you guys!

Make sure you check back after the weekend... hopefully a few good pics - maybe a story... but what happens in Memphis stays in Memphis!!!!
Happy Birthday Randy! Memphis ... Here we come!!

Almost Wednesday?!?

How did that happen? This week is going by so fast..... Which is good since we have a fun weekend ahead of us!!

A run down of whats going on here...

Went to a wedding Friday - Dean's cousin, Nic and Rachel were married at Sheldon Concert Hall in St. Louis - it was very pretty, the kids both stayed over at friends houses... and so that made for a nice evening for Dean and I since he just returned from NY. I have been working on their wedding gift this week and it is almost done... won't share what it is in the off chance that they take a look at this - but I can't wait to give it to them... I will share later...Here is a picture of the bride and groom.... Congratulations Nic and Rachel - we wish nothing but the best for you both!!


Saturday I went to the Dr. - sinus infection... yuck... and I lost my voice... and boy thats not good for me... a day without talking... I do think it is funny how when you whisper people whisper back - just human nature... Saturday Colby had another baseball game.. and it was a winner 22-3... Sunday - Dean played golf.... duh it was a weekend and Father's Day ... no getting around that. We went over to my sister and BBQed for dinner... so wonderful to have them here and be able to do things like that together.

This week we don't have any camps - and it actually is pretty nice.... although we are still busy...Monday I got my hair cut... ALOT..shortest I think it has ever been... If I get brave maybe I will post a picture soon. The boys had another baseball game, another win 11 to 1... Colby had Jr. Golf today.. shot a 30 on 6 holes, improved his score from last week by 3 strokes, he had to call his Nana and tell her - because she keeps telling him that he can beat her... this afternoon we went to the pool with friends, there was a little boy there today who fell and couldn't move his legs, but could wiggle his toes... left on a stretcher via ambulance... it was a little scary - said a few prayers for him today... we have another baseball game tomorrow... and I really hope we bring home another winner!

House status... to make a SUPER LONG UGLY STORY short... we are going to stay put in the Villa for now... the house will go back on the market tomorrow... so if you know anyone who wants it, let me know.... and we will give this a little more time... just praying and praying that this house sells quickly!!!!! This past week has been really hard - but we have had so many friends offer support in one form or another that we feel very lucky to have all of you in our lives.... it makes it a little easier knowing we have the important things!! (just like Dean said!) With that the best thing anyone can do for us now is Pray!!

Well.... off to get the kids ready for bed... check back soon!!

Why our Dad Rocks!

and other funny pictures...

Father's Day...

Happy Father's Day Honey.... you couldn't be a better dad!! We love you! Colby's favorite thing about his dad is "his individuality by using sarcasm and my dad rocks..." Camryn's favorite thing about her dad is "he is kind and I love him and he is a great dad, I think my dad rocks!" Check back later today for more FUN Dean pictures... in honor of Dad's Day!


And to my dad..... across the miles - I hope you enjoy your day... I love you!

Gifts from NY

I love surprises.... Thanks honey!

Pictures as Promised

Camryn had her 4th day of GS camp today - she is still really liking it. Friday is suppose to be her last day, but the weather isn't suppose to cooperate tomorrow... so it may get cancelled. Everyday they have to wear their tie-dye shirts and their bandannas... and bring a BIG jug of water!

Colby and his friends had their 2nd day of camp.. and today I took a few pictures.... thought I would post one to share (you can click on the picture to make it larger). Friday is suppose to be his last day too - but again - the weather will determine that. Today we went out to lunch after camp and then to the pool.

Dean will be home tonight - he has been in NY all week... after all that is going on with the house... I can't wait to get home so we can move on with our next step... whatever that may be....

Too Sweet...

Today Colby started golf camp with 14 of his friends... it was their very own camp! It sounds like they had a lot of fun... for which I am glad. It was also nice to hang out with some girls.... and get my mind off everything else.

After camp (which I will be taking pics of tomorrow because they were all too cute!) Colby and I had a little lunch at The St. Louis Bread Co. It was so nice to just sit and talk with him alone... that doesn't happen much.

With that he says,

Mom, if you could go any where in the world on a trip where would you want to go?

I replied,

I think it would have to be Hawaii or maybe even Australia

As Colby smiled and shook his head I asked

Why.... where would you want to go?

He then says,

I don't know I just wanted to know where I was going to take you when I am a pilot.

I thought it might be the sweetest thing that he was thinking about where to take his mom... I hope that sweet gene stays around for a while!! Now for those who really know me, I guess you are laughing about the whole idea of my son wanting to be a pilot... well How in the world would I ever be able to deny him a flight.... I guess I am really going to have to get over that fear!

What a Day... or Month or 2....

Well - first I should start out that this might be a pretty negative post.... I am having a pity party for myself. Just to fill you in with the short...short..short version.... the buyer of our house... didn't get her loan. Thats what it all comes down too - although.... there is so much that goes along with it... lies, misrepresentation, and oh so much more. With that I am not sure where we go next. Well... I do know that we are going to be moving back into our house.. yes moving twice - but NOT into a new home... that stinks! We are pursing some legal action - as they have completely breached their contract.... but it still hurts... BAD! I will keep you updated if things change... on a brighter note - I do have the best husband in the world... as I got this e-mail from him first thing this morning...(Before the bad news later today)

Good morning, was thinking about you. If I hear anything today, I'll let you know.
If this doesn't work out, something else will. Everything happens for a reason.
Try to remember...no matter what happens with the house, we still have the important things.
Hang in there and I'll talk to you later.

I love you.

I know he is right - so I am trying hard to keep that in the forefront of my mind! But it is so hard to see that when its something you really want... I'm trying...

On to new topics....

Camryn is going to camp this week with Girl Scouts... she is there everyday from 8-3 -- its a nice break for me and she is having so much fun with it! I have a few pics of it that I will post later this week...

Colby played Jr Golf today... he is a 6 holer now.... and he shot 33 on six holes today... pretty good and this was his first day out there. He had fun and it was really fun watching - he is getting so grown up. He also had a baseball game tonight and they won 6-1 which is also exciting! He had a much better game than last time and the whole team looked awesome!

Well - I think that is it for now.... hope everyone else had a much better day - and I just pray tomorrow is better!!!

Summer Fun...

Well its Sunday and that means the weekend is almost over... we had a busy week! Colby took swim lessons at the HS and Camryn did a Golden Line (drill team) camp. She had lots of fun - as this is right up her alley, Colby on the other hand thought swim lessons were "boring"! Camryn had several friends in her class and also her cousin Jensen. The last day they did a performance for us and I will share a picture from that - too cute!

Camryn and her cousin Jensen at Golden Line Camp

No baseball game on Saturday night - more rain... ugg!! Thought this picture would let you know where we all stand on the rain these days!! This is where Colby plays ball this year!

Ellisville Athletic Association - Crusher Baseball Spring 2008

Hung out with friends Saturday night and had a great time, it was a big stress relief and Dean and I both needed that! Camryn and her friend Paige -were so cute and I must have taken a million pictures of them together - this is a favorite!

Camryn and her buddy Paige - they were posing for pictures!

No more news on the house.... should have more news to share on that later this week, hope its good news! Hope everyone else had a great weekend!!

Dancing King...

Last night Colby went to the Cardinals game with his friends.... and he got 2nd place in a dance contest!!!! I couldn't believe that he even did it - but its true - he had to dance with 4 others in front of about 70 people!! Oh how I wish I could have seen that... he said he did the robot, a little Staying Alive, and he shook his bootie to Bootylicious by Destiny's Child. The prize.... a new Cardinals hat!!




Still nothing new on the house front... I am trying to have patience - but they are running thin!!!

Also... while your looking feel free to leave comments... you don't have to have a google account - you can still leave them.... I know your looking - now tell me what you think! :)

A few things...

First - lets start with the movie last night..... It was so good.... everything I could have wanted from the movie. You had to wonder if it could possibly be as good as the series... but the answer is Yes! Everyone was so true to their character... I just loved it. Not to mention it was just a great girls night out... they served Cosmo's at the movies in fun glasses that lit up... how fun is that!? And I am sure it led to lots of coloring...hopefully outside of the lines! :)


We also had another baseball game tonight. Colby has been playing with most of these boys for years. Dean is coaching the team again this year. Tonight wasn't one of Colby's best games... but I just love to watch him no matter what, although watching him pitch is a little nail biting! The final score to the game was 16 to 15... Way to go Crushers! Here are a couple pictures from the game and also a picture of Ryan from the game, (my Godson) because he is just so stinking cute!

Colby on first while Dean is first base coach... check out that base.. its huge!

Getting ready to bat
Ryan - told ya he was cute!
This is a pitching picture from another game... I didn't get any pitching pictures today.