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Tuesday, October 23, 2012

I love you forever and ever....AMEN!

Little Michael has been SO MUCH FUN! As difficult as this age has been, I love 3! It's true that 3 is harder than 2, but it also comes with the most fascinating development of self. Michael does and says things that make me laugh and smile every day. You can just hear him figuring out the world when he asks questions and voices his ideas. Sometimes he has things all wrong, and sometimes he sees things so clearly....clearer than even you and I. He simplifies things in a way that only a 3 year old can and it gives me another opportunity to consider a new perspective. There are times when he challenges me and times that he just needs affirmation. Like today when he listed about 10 different scenarios and completed them with a statement about my love for him. It went like this...
"mama, even when I cry...you still love me, you love me all the time. And when I don't do what you say...you still love me, you love me all the time. And when I spill something...you still love me, you love me all the time...etc"
Yes Michael, I love you always. Every moment I love you more than the last. I love you from your head to your toes, I love your soul, your spirit, your ideas, your mistakes. I love you always my little one, I love you all the time! Or as we say to each other every day, I love you forever and ever AMEN!

Friday, October 19, 2012

Is it Fall?

Is it Fall? Well a little trip to the pumpkin patch helps 90 degree weather feel a little more like the holidays are approaching. Michael's class went last Friday and allowed us to invite his best buddy Elyas! It was a hot day but still a lot of fun!

Here are the boys waiting for their turn on the hay ride which turned out to be very educational. We got to see a newborn calf...as in born that morning! The mama cow was still sporting the amniotic sack! Blech! We also got to see all the other cows that are on "maternity leave"! They get 2 months off before their expected due date! What a great idea, eh?

Samuel was a great sport considering he was very hot and mostly stuck in the stroller! He was particularly hot and sleep deprived here, but I had to include a pic!

Beautiful Elyas!

Our silly little farmer!

Best Buddies!

Pumpkin Bean Bag Toss!

Petting corral!

A cool way to wash your hands!

Silly Boys! Mooooo!

Go, go, go! Burn some energy!

Ta-da!

Our silly boy!

It was a great day for friends and family!

Thursday, September 20, 2012

80 Years and Going Strong!

On Sept. 1st we celebrated Mike's grandmother's 80th birthday! It was...an event! Many people, MANY PEOPLE traveled to be a part of this special day! It all began with a surprise spaghetti dinner to reveal that all of Grandma's grandchildren and great grandchildren were in town. People flew from Washington, Florida, London...lets just say that everyone was there. Then the next night was a mock birthday BBQ. Grandma thought this was the main event and that we would all just meet for Mass the next day. Little did she know that what would be waiting for her after Church! A hall full of all of her friends and family, Mariachis, and a lot of good food and drink! Here's some pics of the fabulous night!

The oldest grandchild of each family brought the Communion offerings to the alter. I'm sure grandma shed a tear when she noticed!

Grandma being serenaded by the mariachis!

The descendants of Grandma Margaret and Grandpa Edward. Unfortunately I was at home putting the kids to bed! BIG MISTAKE!

And of course...the famous Romero Tequila Dance!!!!

More tequila.....

....more tequila....that's me in the background waiting for my turn!

Grandma doing her shots! It's dark and blurry but still fun to watch!

Katie and I after the tequila....Yep, we are a bit tossed!

In case your wondering about childcare....

Needless to say it was a fabulous night. The whole weekend was a trip! There is nothing like having all the cousins in town to party with! I feel so fortunate to have married into this great family and for my children to have all of these crazy fun relatives! Thank you Grandma for your love and dedication! Happy 80th!

Margaret Demara Romero

Thursday, September 6, 2012

BatGrandpa

As many of you know, I come from a family of girls. So my memories of playing with my father revolved mostly around swimming, riding our bikes, and playing cards. They are fond memories because my dad was always completely present when he spent time with me. I don't remember him being very distracted or short tempered. He would just devote the time we had to our interactions. Now that I have children, I love watching them interact with their grandpa. Once again my dad devotes as much attention as he can when he is with them. It's especially fun because they are boys, which means I get to see a whole new side of my dad. The following pictures will be added to my best memories!

In Action!

Yes, that is my dad's barber smock he is using as a cape!

Love my dad!

I might need to enlarge this and hang it in our house!

Lets not forget a haircut from BatBarber!!

I'm always amazed at how still Michael sits for a haircut.


For now Sammy just enjoys his grandpa's hugs and cuddles!

Thanks dad, for being so awesome!

Monday, September 3, 2012

A Few of My Favorite Things....

Being home everyday with two children is hard work! It's not just caring for them that can be challenging, but also all of the details of creating a home that can sometimes become overwhelming. So when times get tough I try and stop myself from stressing out and take pleasure in the little things that make me smile. I try and relish in the tiny details that I come across that remind me how fun it is to have little boys. And it is SO FUN! Here are a few of my favorite things....