Monday Madness

The spectators
grandma & mom

I thought this was such a cool "action"
photo of Taylor taking off the block

It was a close race, but
she mananged to pull through!

(she is the one in purple cap)

Tonight the kids had a swimmeet. I'm glad grandma was here to be able to watch the kids. They were so nice to come out for Taylor's dance recital and it was an extra special treat that they got to see them swim as well. Our kids aren't known to be the best of swimmers, but I am proud to say they have come such a long way since they have started. At the beginning of the season Taylor didn't even know all of her strokes. Tonight she showed us how well she did in breast stroke. I think she has finally found a stroke she likes and does pretty well in. Jared continues to improve we have to get him to just kick his legs!! He tends just to use his arms most of the time. Good job Tay & Jared we love you!!!

Mr. Fix It

You name it he can fix it. Whether your car isn't running, your toliet is leaking, and even repairing fences. My grandpa continues to amaze me and his eagerness to work. I keep thinking he is going to get tired of it one of these days, but he always has to have a project. I think the heat got to him a little today with it being so hot and humid. In Phoenix it is hot but when you add humidity hence more sweating I think you run out of steam much faster. He asked me in passing the other day if I needed him to do anything. Jokingling I said "well my fence needs some boards to be replaced" I really didn't want him doing this, especially how hot it was but he insisted (such a stubborn one he is). So off we went to Home Depot to get some boards and while my grandma and I were at the mall for a few hours he was working like a little bee. Taylor was also a huge help and was in charge of babysitting the little boys and keeping them in line! She is such a big helper and great sister. I really don't know what I would do without such a young responsible daughter. Thank you Papa!! I appreciate all of your sacrifice and hard work you put into the fence today!! I will miss you guys and am sad to say you are already going back to AZ tomorrow.