Meet the Teacher Night

The girls got their teacher assignments on the way home from our Texas trip and they were thrilled.  Addyson got Miss Lawson and Lane got Mrs Grande. I can't believe they're in Fifth and First grades this year.   I'm excited for them!

Texas

Kind of at the last minute we decided to make the 19 hour drive South to Houston.  We've not done it since our move to Ohio three years ago so we went for it.  We spent almost two weeks there and it was fun.  The day after we arrived, Mom and Brandy hosted a 40th party for me complete with plenty of "senior citizen" decorations.  They had a cake and had Mexican food from one of my favorite restaurants for dinner.  Yum.  I really appreciated it.

While we were in Houston we swam everyday, met up with the Jahnkes for a day at a waterpark, spent time with the Popes, time with the Lahieres and Mom and Dad.  It wasn't my favorite thing making that drive to and from, but it was worth it to get in some good family time for us.  

Over The Hill

The dreaded 40th birthday made its appearance this year. I wasn't looking forward to it but then realized, it's just a number, and I lived another year.  Definitely worth celebrating.  Ryan and the girls tried to make the day before extra special since we were leaving for Houston the day of my birthday.  They lit candles that were in a bowl of ice cream and made me a really sweet card.  They make me cards each year, but this one was just extra kind.  When we got to Houston, Ryan said for me to go get the purse I've been wanting for a while, and who was I to argue?!  :).

It's good to be 40.

Highland Volleyball and Cheer Camps

I signed addyson up for the HHS volleyball camp and Lane the mini cheer camp.  Both girls had a great experience.  Glad we could fit these in before we leave for Houston!

12 Years Down

On Sunday Ryan and I celebrated our 12th anniversary.  We celebrated the night before since he'd be leaving to go out of town Sunday, and plus it was the Sabbath.  

We went to Rosewood Grill in Strongsville, walked around the mall, stopped at Sweeties Candies for some treats, then drove into Cleveland for ice cream.  Nothing too over the top, but we still had fun just the two of us.

Funny how it seems like we've been married so many more years than just 12, but I'm glad we're just getting started.  I love my Ryan.

Spillway Day

Addyson was with her friend Regan all day today, so between the grocery store and some Visiting Teaching, I took Lane to the Spillway near our house.  It's such a fun spot to go swimming.  And today was nice, it was barely 70 degrees with no humidity so I enjoyed sitting and watching her play.  I always miss days just like this once Winter hits!