Monday, July 20, 2009

My sisters

As many of you know I have recently left for college. It has been by far one of the most difficult decisions I ever had to make. There were so many things to think about.. one of my biggest reasons not to go was my sisters. In case some of you didn't know, I have the most amazing sisters a girl could ask for. I could not imagine life without them. We have always been close, even when we were younger and our ages seemed so far apart. I can remember the many things they both taught me. Thank you both for all of the times we shared, for all the laughter and tears.



Amanda is such a blessing to have in my life. There is not one thing I would change about her or our relationship. I admire her strength in life. Without her, everything would have been 20 times more difficult. She is the person I go to to get away and talk about things. She always has the right thing to say. She helps me put everything into perspective and I know that she is honest and true.
Emili, the quieter of the three of us, has always been something else. I could go to her, not say anything, and she always knew what I was feeling. I never had to explain anything to her. I always enjoyed that. I could remember being young kids and sitting on the bathroom counter talking about life. We had a blast together and I wouldn't change anything.
These are them and their babies. I am so proud of them both. They are so nurturing and always have been. I am so glad that I have been a part of their lives. I love you both so much!!

Friday, July 10, 2009

Birthday Weekend

My teen years have come and gone; and suddenly my back aches more and more each day. I had fun in those teen times but I am glad it is over. I can't wait to see what my 20's will bring me. My family made me feel special. My parents and I went to San Diego to drop my sister Amanda off. We celebrated my birthday with them. They all joked around about having birthday lunch at Jack in the Box, I knew better. We ate our dinner at BJ's pizza brewery. After two months of almost inedible food, BJ's was an answered prayer. It was so nice just hanging and being together. We laughed pretty much all night.

Here we are waiting for our table. Ethan was rubbing my arm with the buzzer, that's why I am looking at my arm.
The boys laughing.
My beautiful Mom.
My gorgeous sister Amanda and Ethan.
Christopher and Ethan being goofy.
mmm....the best root beer ever....(my dad and I)
My birthday cookie
My Dad (Grandpa), Ethan, and Christopher eating some of the birthday cookie
Awww.........love
He is so adorable

The next day my parents and I went back home and we celebrated my birthday again with my other sister, her husband, their baby, and my Grandma. It was fun. My mom was amazing. She was sick and she put together this whole thing. She made these cupcakes and she bought candles the sparkle like fireworks. It was awesome. She is so good to me. Thank you mom. Later my sister Emili, Walter and their new baby Madison went to their house and lit firework off in front of their house. We played around with my camera. It was fun.



Emili, Madison and Myself
My parents and I, both of them were sick but the still continued to celebrate. They are amazing. I love you guys so much!!
Madison and myself
She is so adorable

I tried to make a heart but it looks more like a ladybug.
All together, both days, everything turned out great. I had a blast just being with my family and enjoying the end of my break. I wish they lived out here with me. I miss them so much. Thank you guys for making my birthday so special. I love you!

Saturday, July 4, 2009

Madison Lei

I am proud to say that after what seemed like forever, my beautiful niece Madison Lei came into the world on June 30th. She is the most gorgeous little girl ever. She weighed in at 8 lbs 1 oz. I am so proud of Emili and Walt. They are going to be great parents. I am holding her as I type and I can't believe how beautiful she is.


Look at those cheeks!
Madi with her grandparents.
Emili and Madi are so beautiful
Aunt Mandi and Uncle Chris


Loving on their new addition.

They are so proud
Getting ready to go home
Cousins and sisters
Ethan loves Madison.
I love her so much
Ethan is curious about his new playmate

Isn't she gorgeous!!
I can't wait to get to know her and see who she becomes. Her shirt is right, I do love her!!