Ross starts soccer!

Ross is playing soccer this year and tonight was their first practice! Too bad it was 106 degrees outside! We were all nice and toasty, but he got to meet some of the boys he will be going to school with and they had a fun time together!

When we went to Academy, Ross kept asking, "Can I pick ANY soccer ball I want?! I mean, can I pick ANY one I want in the whole store?!" I said I'd have to see the prices on them, but when I saw that most soccer balls were around the same price, I said yes. I told him he could choose any ball he wanted...blue with silver stars, red with stripes, neon colors of all kinds, whatever! Well, he walked right up to the giant wall of balls and plucked out the basic white and black ball. "THIS is the one I want!!"

My Birthday!

It was a great birthday! Today I was spoiled by lots of people!
It started with sleeping in until 9:30! That was a treat in itself!
Then I got to spend time with friends and family!

Here's a pic of my with the kiddos at my parents' house tonight!

My parents are doing some home renovations so that's why the walls aren't finished!

They gave me all kinds of goodies!

We had these sweet cookies because Noelle isn't the only one who loves Hello Kitty--Mommy does, too!

Nathan and the kids gave me a new Vera Bradley purse that I love!!!!

Oh, and don't forget the food! When Mom asked, "Where do you want to go eat for your birthday dinner?" I said, "How about your house?!" I wanted her fried chicken, mashed potatoes, corn, and my dad's salad!! It did not disappoint!!!

I don't mind turning another year older! It's been 35 great years so far and I'm looking forward to many more!