First day of school.

We are so excited around here. It's the first day of school. The girls were up at the crack of dawn dying to get dressed in their new clothes. I am excited for them and myself. My house is so peaceful right now. I can actually hear myself think. I love those two, but they are busy little girls that like to be entertained, and today is my day OFF!!!!
I hope they both have a great day.
They will.
They looked great.
They felt great.
They had more enthusiasm than they could control.

It's a wonderful day!

Brian...Down Under....

Oh my... You gotta check this out.
I am married to a chamaeleon. Sometimes he is Chinese, sometimes he is feminine, but on this day at the family reunion he was Steve, THE CROCODILE HUNTER!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e4ApfxtaQh8

Whiteley Family Reunion- Luau Style

Top ten reasons why I LOVED being at my family reunion.....

10- Loved relaxing, the girls ran wild and loved every minute.

9- Loved sitting under the gorgeous trees my grandpa planted years ago for us to enjoy.

8- Loved talking with cousins I haven't seen in a while. ( Tara, Sabrie, Monique and Allison)

7- Loved sleeping in a tent for the FIRST time with my little family.

6- Loved watching movies outside, underneath the stars.

5- Loved roasting marshmallows by the fire.

4- Loved that Brian entertained himself by filming a snake eating a frog and pretending he was Steve Irwin (The crocodile hunter).

3- Loved the slowness of that little town.

2- Loved seeing my Grandma Donna I've been wanting to go stay with her for a couple of days, but life seems to get in the way.

1- Loved being at my grandpa's cabin. It was his pride and joy when he was alive. I'm sure he was watching over us, loving that we were having a great time!

Fancy Tatum...

Tatum is 3!!!!!
July 19 was Tatums birthday. We had a little party with all of her friends. She wanted a "Fancy Nancy" party. All of her friends came dressed very FANCY of course. She had a blast. I think it was a success, thank goodness because I've had two birthday parties in two days. I'm exhausted!
HAPPY BIRTHDAY TATUM, we love you.

Have you ever been to SPA ASPEN?

SPA ASPEN is a fabulous spa!
The pedicures at Spa Aspen are THE best, and the facials will make you look... well.... like a nine year old. If you are looking for a little R&R, I totally recommend Spa Aspen.
Happy Birthday Aspen, we love you.

10 things that I love about Aspen

1- She always has a smile on her face.

2- She is a friend to everyone.

3- She is smart.

4- She is a Daddys girl. (for sure)

5- She has BEAUTIFUL blue eyes.

6- She is a good girl, that tries hard to do the right thing.

7- She is so energetic and fun. (party is her middle name)

8- She is a loving sister, daughter, granddaughter, and friend.

9- She is my first baby.

10-She is my life.

I love you.

Fourth of July BBQ

Food
Family
Friends and
Fun!

Oh my Darlyn'

We spent last week at Lake Powell on " Oh my Darlyn". Obviously we did not give the boat that lovely name. It's spelled weird too, I think it's named after a Daryl and a Lynne or something....... Who knows????
Anyway... We had a blast. The kids had fun exploring and named their side of the cove "KIDZ ISLAND".
It was nice,"Kidz Island" ended up being a great babysitter.
Half way through, Brians Aunt, Uncle and Cousins came. Thats when the party really started!!!
We tubed, surfed, knee boarded, skied, laughed, laid out, hung out, talked, and grew closer.
We all made it home safe and sound and I'm always grateful for that. I love my family so much and I cherish the time we spend together.
Mom and Dad thanks for all that you do.