Great Grandpa's (Nicolle's Grandpa) 87th Birthday

Today July 22nd, 2009 is Grandpa's 87th birthday and last Monday July 13th, 2009 was Grandma's 83rd birthday. He is such an amazing man and if it wasn't for him and my grandma (and other relatives as well) I wouldn't be where I am today. They are such loving, caring, and selfless people and I have learned so much from them. I am very greatful and thankful for the time I have with them and that my children get to be around such an awesome couple!

Shelby's First Diamondbacks Game July 9, 2009

Thanks to our dentist, we got to take Shelby to her first Diamondbacks game! She loved it, but was extremely tired by the 7th inning! Here are a few pictures.

Hunter & Shelby - goofy faces

Shelby in front of our 2nd row seats!

First Base Coach Bundy seemed to be in our way a bit!

Kids swimming class (mainly the girls)

The kids have been doing a swimming class last week and this week. Hunter just needed to learn most of his stokes and practice them but he is a very strong swimmer. Ryleigh is a strong swimmer, just wanted her to learn more strokes and get comfortable with back stroke! Shelby was a little weak at the beginning of the summer - telling me she needed floaties. Well we all know she doesn't need floaties and we have been swimming alot in the backyard and at Grandma and Grandpas, so we really wanted to strengthen her confidence! Let me tell you what, this little girl may try to tell you she needs help, but she has done so well. She is working on learning the right way for freestyle (no more dog paddling) and floating on her back. She can do a little back stroke and is doing really well at freestyle (just have to remind her to get her butt up and keep it up!).

Thanks Grandma Joann for help with swimming (this "vacation" is working out!..Love ya Mom)

Hunter getting ready to get in the pool

Hunter actually in the water!

Girls Diving

Ryleigh Swimming

Shelby Swimming