The big 3-0!!

I came home last night to this.  Art had decorated the house and the yard for my birthday.

 I realize I am 30, but we still did gift bags for the kids that attended my party, and they really made it so special!

 Elessa came all the way up to celebrate with me.

 Art made delicious dinner of steak pitas with hummas and feta cheese.  He grilled corn and also made hot dogs for the kids.  It was delicious!

 My man Miles was just so sweet, not only did I get my favorite sweedish fish, but he also told me I got a small monster that will kill people I don't know-it doesn't really get better than that.

 Elessa also made me this really cute hat. 

 My little present opener helpers.

 And they sang for me at the top of their lungs.

 And clapped because it was so fun.

 And then they helped me get my wish.

 This one told me it was the best party ever.  I just love her too much!

 Grant even joined us for dessert.  My favorite! Mint Chip ice cream cake from baskin robbins.

 We also had Grace's dress rehearsal last night. She was so cute and excited about the stage.  She kind of did her own thing, but she smiled and listened well and I was so proud. I love watching her, she makes me so happy! Can't wait for her show tonight!

Memorial Day Weekend in Boise

We went to Boise for Memorial Day Weekend.  We went to BarDNay for my early birthday dinner.  I love their bloody mary's (virgin of course) and their delicioius food so it was my choice.

 Grace enjoyed taking pictures this weekend and got a few good ones. She is getting better.

 We wanted a quick family picture too, so we posed. 

 and then really posed.

 What a beauty!

She also loved Papa and Grandma Box's tub.  It was a lot of fun.  Donna took me shopping and to get my haircut for my birthday.  I got some really cute shoes and already feel better, with a nice new hair cut.  Thanks family for making this a good weekend for my birthday.

Last Dance Class

Last Night was Grace's last Dance Class.  She did the best she has done all year.  She was so cute and I was so proud of her. Her daddy even came to watch.

 She loves the bean bag game that they play.

 Her and all of the students shared treats with each other.  Grace picked out the glow in the dark wands to bring instead of candy.

They all got trophies and Grace was so proud of hers.

 Then they performed for us one more time. 

 Grace did a little showing off and whatever she wanted, but she stayed in line and was very cute!

 Then she ate some of her snacks and showed off her trophy on the way home. It was so fun having her do this and I can't wait for her recital next week.

 When we got home we had a quick birthday party for Greg.  Grace wanted him to have cupcakes, and since we found out at the last minute, we had to run and grab some at the store.  She picked cars and made a huge mess of herself with the orange icing, but she loved it because she loves cake (and parties).

A few other cool things

 Art was able to complete some training in Wayne while we were there.  He had a great time and Matt got this action shot of him.  They were practicing shooting from a moving vehicle.  Pretty cool! Matt did a great job and is a pretty good trainer it sounds like.








Isn't she a little beauty!  I just love squeezing on her. 

Grace and Miles also went for a ride up to Grandma Treats house.  They were so cute and had so much fun. 

 And this one is a beauty too.  We were supposed to go to dance class after walking with Dad at the track-but Grace preferred to run through the sprinklers.  Cute little thing!

 I just love watching her run.  I am always impressed by the way she moves-in awe that I made her- and so glad that she is mine!