We are having a. . . . .

We officially went in finally to determine the gender of our little babe and we officially know its. . . . . . .either a boy or a girl. Little babe had its legs crossed and wouldn't let anyone take a peek

Happy Daddy Luver Day

For the Luv of my Life. You are everything I had ever hoped for. I love watching you with our children and am so excited to continue the journey. I hope you felt loved and appreciated because you sacrifice so much for our family and deserve much more.

Luvs, Gorgeous

Happy Fathers Day

Dad,

This fathers day I hope that you feel love even though you are miles away from family. As I was in my kitchen I started to think of all the many ways you have blessed my life and taught me. Here are a few ways I appreciate and love you. . .

You have taught me my Faith of which has helped me through tough times. I have many memories of just having Fun, whether it be playing glue, airplane or just play hard. Now it is so fun to see you do similiar things with my children, and how they adore you.

You have shown me how to have a positive outlook or Attitude with situations in life, always so optimistic and I love that.

You taught me to try to spend Time with family, even though it might have seemed you always were working, I can see now with your sacrificing you also tried to bring our family together. This is something that is very important to me now in my own family. We appreciated you coming to spend time with us at Lagoon. You also Taught me the Gospel of which I am so grateful for.

You are an example of Hard Work. I can see how much you love and want for your family.

There is no mistaking this one. You have taught us to Eat right and take care of our Heavenly vessels. I know this has blessed me and my family and many others who are so grateful.

You gave me my name Rose. You have taught me to honor, love and respect our Savior and Redeemer. The relationship I have with Him could not be if you had not taught me about His life.

There are many other things you are and I wanted to list a few. . .Thank you. I love you Dad.

Luvs,

Ashley Rose a.k.a Princess

Summer Thus Far

The boys make their first seasonal Rhubarb pie
Art projects with Mommy in the kitchen

CharLee does swim lessons. Bought a Rec pass; spend more time in the pool

Planted our garden

Matthew takes me to my first Prom dance. He surprised me with dress, flowers and a whole night of dancing bliss!

Popeye comes to town to take us to Lagoon.Beau hates the rides. It was a very fun day!

Essa comes to town, so fun for us.Beau prefers Moms shoesCharLee composes first original song on the Piano. . wonder where he gets that:)
Watch CharLee pull out some Jackson moves at the Gateway fountains
Celebrate Uncle Lane's graduation at the Homestead
Trip to the Zoo with EssaMemorial Day with Dane and Granny. . .We also paid tribute to our Young Heritage
Bring on the Snow Cones
CharLee finishes first grade
Walks by the pond
Beau gets her first haircut
Toenail Painting Party. . . I think that about wraps it up thus far.

New Links

Just put new links on my side bar to our LivingArtDigital photography company site and our latest family photo projects blog. Enjoy!

Bliss

Dancing brings my soul such bliss. It was great to put on the old ballroom shoes again and dance the night away with Handsome last night. . .no apprehensions when you go to Prom with your Hubby.  It was a beautiful fairytale night. Thank you my Luv.

Luvs, Gpants

Simple Surprise

Handsome this morning said he needed to go to the bank and he'd be right back. He came home and quickly covered my eyes as I was in the middle of my Kundalini and said keep them closed. Then he said do you want a surprise now or later. Of course I responded now. He guided me into our bathroom and there on the shower door hung a new navy silk sash dress and a blazer with a matching navy hue tie. I was shocked, he then asked me if I would go to Prom with him. You all know I was never asked to Prom or any "high school dance" for that fact. So that is where he was this morning:) making his plans. I love him. Since the day we met he has given me simple sweet surprises that surpass any grandiose adventure I've had in my life. . .I love him. He had me try on the dress and then tied the sash above my baby belly and then said and you have to wear your hair down. You all know I am not feeling the prettiest lately but oh how he can make me feel gorgeous. I love him. Off we go to second chance prom tonight, a second chance and only chance I've ever had.

Luv comes Home

The Luv comes home today YEAH! Me and the kids are going to veg and splash around a bit at the Gateway whilst we wait his return. I am loving the sun!

Luvs, Gpants

Mom Models

It was so fun to be with Mom this weekend. We had so much fun. We took the kids to a few movies,Zupas and red Mango, the zoo and swimming. It is so nice to have her here to keep me company and help with the kids. One night she brought Granny's model portfolio and we looked through her model shots. . . she was so gorgeous.  It brought back memories. . . Its funny to think not only are we all only daughters but we also were all models for years. . . I often don't tell people and am not necessarily proud that I did, its just interesting that we all did. I guess when I look at it that way it is something to be proud of, fun times.  My Mom however said it was not so fun for her to send me to Europe, but I thank her for allowing me to follow what "I thought" was my dream, I learned so much. Little did I realize my life now, as it is, IS my dream.

Luvs, Gpants