Scott's Uncle lost his long fight with Cancer last Wednesday. It is a sad loss, but I think the entire family is thankful he is no longer suffering. The services will be at the end of the month and while it will be hard to say goodbye, it will be good to see so much of his family at once.
My friend, Sara, from school passed away in her sleep overnight. This one has been tough too. She was only a couple weeks younger than me and I wish there was more that could have been done. But she was at peace with where she was in life and where she was headed, and to know she isn't suffering anymore is a blessing. I will probably always wonder if there was more I could have done, or said in the last few months of her life, and the span of our friendship, but I know there isn't. I will miss her, but will always remember the fun we had growing up.
With death there is life...and early this morning Ernest and Jennette welcomed their newest miracle into the world. Elijah Ernest was born just after two this morning and we cannot wait to meet him!
Lots to be thankful for today...life, memories, family and love.
They took us all over, exploring different piers and enjoying eachother's company. At Seal Beach we watched birds and dolphins from the pier, and then we got to see this guy pulled out of the water!
I have to admit it was pretty fun to watch someone catch a shark! 
On Easter morning, Mike drove us to Laguna beach while Sharon cooked us a delicious brunch. The water and scenery was so beautiful! He took us down to a little cove where the tide was low so we could explore the sea life in the rocks.
We also hit up Rodeo drive and Beverly hills which was fun to see! And to dream!
And of course we got to spend some time out at the racetrack! I really do miss seeing the horses as often as we did when they were training at Arapahoe, but they have a really nice setup at Los Alamitos! And it gives us even more reason to visit!
Davis is proving to be quite the daredevil. Fell off a bed during nap and split his lip. Got the stitches out, only to split it open again! Thankfully neither were on my watch!
I managed to take a trip out to visit Sara and Rowan over Sara's spring break. Mack was still deployed so I know she was feeling a little lonely. It was a great trip, fun to see how much Rowan has grown and changed. She is all girl! Loves diapering her doll and clipping and unclipping the stroller! Scott picked out a new waterbottle for her and she LOVED it!
We managed a few visits to the beach, where we played in the sand and chased birds! 
We also made a visit to the local zoo, where she even got to pet a couple goats and pretend to be a gorilla! It was a really good visit. Always wish I could stay longer, but glad I have gotten a trip out there at least once a year since they moved there. It's always great to spend one on one time with Sara and Rowan has grown up so much! Excited to see them again soon.
Back at home Scott and I are just anxious for the warm weather to stick around so camping season can start! We managed a quick fishing trip a weekend ago where Scott caught a nice trout. We continue to have fun with this guy, he definitely makes life sweeter!
I have recently found a new behavior of his that makes me laugh...apparently he believes he is a pointer not retriever. He is really good at pointing out all the rabbits in the neighborhood. As well as an occasional cat.
And I believe he would have kept this turtle I saved crossing 104th if I had let him...although I think he would soon find out a turtle isn't the best playmate for a dog!
Life is busy right now, but it is good. Ready for the summer!
.JPG)
