Pre-School

I shed a little tear after we drove off from Kingston's pre-school open house yesterday. Whenever I think of him, I am immediately brought back to the hospital bed where I held him for the first time. I remember the first night we had him, the nurse wheeled his little crib into my room to tell me he was hungry and I remember looking over at him and thinking, "that's my sweet little guy". Now he is 3 years old and going to school. He is still my sweet little guy but now turning into a handsome, smart kid. He is so ecstatic about going to school. He tells me all the time, "mommy, I have to get on the school bus and go to preschool and you cant come okay?". When we toured his new school, he was so amazed at everything. It honestly is the coolest preschool I have EVER seen. It is brand new and like a wonderland for kids. The pictures dont do this place justice. The curriculum is amazing too. In Kingston's class, they will learn to count, recognize colors and shapes(which he already does), learn how to recognize and write their name, and learn to speak a little spanish. The thing I most look forward to Kingston learning is how to socialize and get along well with other kids. This is a bittersweet time. I want him to grow up and learn, but I get emotional when I think of how fast he has grown up.

Happiest Birthday Ever!

I havent really remembered my last 4 birthdays but this one I think will stay in my brain forever. I dont think it was super over the top at all but i was treated so well that I will never forget my 26th. I started off the morning by lying on my swing on the patio with nothing but peace and quiet. Our roommate brought me out breakfast. It was so thoughtful and very unexpected. I am usually waiting on the boys all day. Once I came inside, my house was spotless. Chez and Josh did laundry, dishes, made beds...I then took my kids to Baskin Robbins where we had yummy ice cream Sundaes. I wanted to spend some time alone with my kids on my birthday (no worries because Chez and Josh happily went and watched the soccer game). When we came home, Chez had a cake and presents all ready and everyone sang happy birthday. My mom had gotten me a box full of cash. Who doesnt love that?! Chez outdid himself. He gave me a free day any day I want to do whatever I want, tickets to a cooking show at a resort close by which is followed by going in first to an amazing buffet, he took me shopping for anything I wanted, and also took me to one of the tastiest restaurants I have ever been to. After presents and cake, Chez took me to the outdoor mall in Vegas (which is really cool). I got a ton of clothes, jewelry and a very awesome purse. I am trading my diaper bag in for a purse now. I dont need to lug the diaper bag around much these days. After shopping, we went to the restaurant called Mon Ami Gabi in the Eiffel tower in Vegas. The views were perfect. We sat right in front of the Bellagio where we were able to watch the water show every 15-30 minutes. The food was outstanding. We shared a bowl of French Onion soup. It was so yummy. The cheese melted on top was gruyere which was delicious! I ordered Salmon with orzo, peas, and asparagas for my entree and Chez ordered a steak. Both meals were amazing. I had one of the funnest times with Chez. He made me feel so special. I loved every bit of yesterday. I can truly say I am married to a wonderful man!

So Cal

Our week in California with the Jones family was really fun. Despite the fact that I got bronchitis and had to make a quick stop at a doctor for antibiotics, things went well. We started off the trip in San Diego where we went to SeaWorld. We love that place. It is so amazing to see these animals so well trained. They are so smart and the kids loved every bit of it. The next day we headed to Anaheim where we went to Disneyland and rode as many rides as we could. Thank goodness we had fast passes. Those always come in handy when the lines are an hour long. We went to Disneyland the next day as well and I think we were able to get in every ride as well as riding the Big Thunder Mountain a few times. I think it is safe to say that Thunder Mountain and Space Mountain were everyone's favorites. The last day we went to the beach and hung out there for the day before we headed back to Vegas. It was so nice to have such a fun trip with the Jones's. Next adventure is fourth of July, my birthday, and I think my mom is coming in July.

Summer Fun

We went to LA a few days ago for our Minute to Win It audition. It was really fun. I feel like we impressed the production team. They said they may call in two weeks but if not, it was still an awesome memory. While we were in town, we decided to hang out at the beach where they had a carnival like theme on the pier. Kingston rode on the ferris wheel with daddy and we ate at Bubba Gumps for dinner. I love Bubba Gumps. Next adventure is Disneyland, the beach, and Seaworld with the Jones family. Kingston A-loves Disneyland, B-loves Shamu, and C-loves the beach so this will be such a fun trip. After that is fourth of July and I have no clue what we are doing. My birthday is July 7th and I am excited for that. Looking forward to a nice day with my kids and a fun evening with my husband. BUT to make it even more exciting, I thought it would be fun if Chez and I went to LA and got tickets for the Price is Right. Haha I know a game show junkee? No but the Minute to Win it thing was so fun that I thought doing the Price is Right might even be more of a blast. After that, my parents and sister are coming here to Vegas in August for my brother's wedding. Last stop I think will be Seattle for the kids and I to see the rest of my family in September while daddy and his friend go on a fishing trip in Alaska. I am sure there will be more excitement even after that but for now, we are booked up and ready to have a lot of fun!

Audition in LA!

Holy cow I am so excited! I applied for a game show on Nbc and got contacted within hours from sending in my app that they wanted to invite me to a VIP cast session in LA on Tuesday or Thursday which ever day I choose. So I am heading there on Tuesday for my three hour audition! Wish me luck. Either way, even just doing an audition is cool enough!

LA?

I may be going to la next week for something I have never. Done. You curious? I will keep you posted!

Simple Pleasures

I know it's just a phone, but I am so excited. I do everything with my phone these days including getting around Las Vegas (or anywhere for that matter), texting, internet, pictures (this phone is almost as good as a nice camera you would buy at the store), video, scheduler....I feel like the coolest kid on the block! I feel like I deserve nice things from time to time just like anyone else :)