Happy 4th of July!

We spent the 4th of July at our friend's house in the neighborhood. They have an amazing view of downtown Portland so it was fun to enjoy a beautiful afternoon and then watch the evening fireworks around the city. Here are some pictures from the day.

This picture doesn't do the actual view justice but I had to put it in.


Here are all the crazy girls being silly for the camera.


Sparkler time.








Pure joy!

Yes, I made it!

The past few months I've been studying to get my Real Estate License. I'm proud to say that I passed the exam a couple weeks ago. WHEW! It is safe to say I should not go back to school because managing children, family, work and studying was a little much for me. I literally am in awe of the people that do this on a regular basis, you rock! I felt like I was missing out on everything because I was studying but I passed and am now a Commercial Real Estate broker. I'm excited to have more opportunities at work and get back to normal life.

Ironman Texas

We headed to The Woodlands, Texas for the inaugural Ironman Texas. We rented a house near the course. The girls and I enjoyed mother/daughter time shopping, eating and relaxing while David prepared for the race. It felt like a vacation to us.

Here we are at Sweet and Sassy getting our nails done.


Checking in -


Making signs for race day.


I just thought this picture was cute.


Race morning and we were able to find David before the race.


...and they are off!


Getting out of the swim and heading to transition.


On the bike course.


The girls and I trying to stay cool.


This picture sums up the pain of the marathon for David (he said). He was happy to finish to say the least.


You are an Ironman for the 6th time!!!

Walla Walla Wine Tasting

We headed to Walla Walla this year for our annual wine tasting weekend. We had a blast staying at Abeja. I of course forgot my camera but we had a great time. It was a successful trip with lots of wine purchased and great memories with our friends.

Father/Daughter Dance

David and the girls headed to the annual Father/Daughter Dance. The girls were so excited and David even wore his tuxedo this year. Also, as you can see Mia has lost her other front tooth. Her smile is so cute these days.

We're alive!!!

Where has the time gone? Time has flown by and many things have happened but most importantly Olivia turned 8 years old.

Olivia turned 8 years old on March 28th. I can't believe she's 8. She's amazing to watch do everything she does and do it at full speed. I admire her energy in life, she keeps us constantly on our toes.

Baby girl when she was born...


Hanging in Mexico at 18 months old.


I mean, how cute is this? Olivia isn't a big fan of this photo but I think it shows her personality.


People come and go but you always have your girlfriends...




8 years old!

Science Fair

Olivia had her Science Fair while we were gone. Nana was able to take her and help her present her project.


Here Olivia is presenting to the scientists from OMSI. She enjoyed the experience.