Thursday, June 21, 2012

Lulu-LOVE


I love to workout! It's one of my most favorite things to do. I have been going to Lifetime fitness here in Columbus and I LOVE it! The fitness groups they have at this particular gym are amazing! The instructors are all so knowledgeable and motivational! I am a runner and spinner at heart, but since I've been going to Lifetime, I have fallen in love with their "bootcamp" like classes. They have other names for them, but that is the best way I can describe it to the general public. I feel a lot more fit going to these classes getting a little resistance training in! 

Anyway, I started noticing some REALLY cute workout clothes some of the gals at the gym were wearing. Come to find out, all of the really cute gear I was seeing was from Lululemon! I've been to Lululemon, and Matt actually got me a pullover from there for Christmas last year. But when I found out how much it was, I returned it. I couldn't justify it, at the time. Yeah, it's pricey. But I was assured by my friends Alicia and Carly that it was totally worth it! I was skeptical, but I couldn't get the caaaaauuuute Lulu outfits out of my head! So my sweet husband agreed to let me get an outfit from there. Ok, let me just say it is THE BEST workout gear I have ever worn. I'm obsessed! Something about it sucks everything in the right way, absorbs the sweat perfectly, and not to mention looks adorable. I don't want to wear anything else now. So for now I'm going to invest in the good stuff, a little bit at a time! Here are some of my wish lists items:  







Sunday, June 17, 2012

Father's Day 2012


Father’s day is special to me because it gives me a chance to honor the men in my life that I consider to be wonderful dads.  Fortunately, I am blessed to have many great dads in my life. I feel a little emotional this year not being with any of the guys in my life that I love so much. But feel grateful to know that they are there for us when we need them.



 Dad,

You are someone in my life that I have always been able to count on.  When I was younger you were always the one to save me when I had a flat tire, my car wouldn’t start, or my car was stolen. Geez- do you remember that day, dad? “Dad, did you by any chance borrow my car?” ha! But you were right there to rescue me in the midst of my car crisis. (And we all know I have had many) What makes me feel secure even to this day, is to know that you are still willing to do these same things for me even as a grown woman. You are always there when I need you. I am forever grateful for that. THANK you for all that you do! I love you so, so much dad and today I am especially thankful for all you do for our family.


Matt, my AMAZING husband, and Brielle’s wonderful daddy,

It brings tears to my eyes thinking about the day that Brielle was born. As soon as she heard your voice, her eyes immediately locked with yours and I knew she had your heart and you had hers. She loves you so so much! When you are on your road trips she holds your picture, points to you and says “dada”. I love how you tell me daily how much you love our daughter. It makes me love you so much more, if that’s even possible.

 I’m so grateful and proud for you being the provider to our family. You work so hard at perfecting your talent, and you are so strong (mentally and physically).  You handle yourself with such grace and poise not just in your profession, but in everything you do.

Thank you, sweetheart for being the best daddy and husband. I am so happy to know Brielle has someone as great as you, to look up to for love, guidance and wisdom. WE-ARE-BLESSED. I love you!

  Grandpa Charlie,

You are someone that I can always count on for a great laugh! Even though your words are sparse, you always seem to say the right things at the right time.  Most of the time it’s something that cracks everyone (and yourself) up. I love that. You and Grandma are always there for people in a time of need, and you are the kindest most giving people I know. I love you so much!


Grandpa Julian,

Even though you are in heaven now, I still think of you often. There is a picture on my refrigerator at home of me and you, when I was about 4. I love it. I can still hear you and grandma singing at family functions. You with your guitar, serenading to grandma, with grandma. A memory I will never forget. I love you grandpa.

 Tim, (my father in law)

I can remember the first time I met you at one of Matt’s college games. So serious and into your son’s baseball game. It gave me a sneak peak of the passion and love you have for your son. Always looking for his best interest at heart. Matt still talks about the huge sacrifices you made for him to play baseball and to always make sure you were there for games, practices etc. You work so hard. I now know where Matt gets his work ethic. Thank you for all that you do for our family. You are caring, loving, encouraging, and you are always looking out for us.  Miss you and love you.

Brian, (my brother in law)

My sister could not have picked a better husband and daddy to sweet Aiden. You have always been so great with kids, so to know the love that you have for Aiden is incredible. Thank you for always keeping the laughter going and for being a wonderful brother in law! 


Doug, (my step-father in law)

Thank you for always being so loving, kind and gentle. You have always been a huge support to Matt and I.  We are so blessed to have you in our lives and thankful for all that you do for the family.



I hope that you all know how much you are loved and missed! Enjoy YOUR day!


Friday, June 15, 2012

Homestand


It always nice to have Matt home and we had a whole week of home games and we even got a day off! (We only get one a month) We are really loving it here in Columbus! It is so beautiful! It can get hot but it also cools off which is so different from Az. We really didn't do anything too exciting, but I always cherish the simple things that we do because we don't get to do a whole lot of it during the season. Anyway, here are some highlights from the week:


Brielle is really starting to enjoy reading books! She has always liked it, but starting to understand it more! Which makes it fun!

Some of the Ball Park Beauties! Bri has so many friends this year! 

Fountain Fun!

Bri will pick up her phone and say "helllllo" or "hola" It's so cute!

I found Bri in her toy box buried in her toys! ha! 

Pretty night at the ball park!
More Ball Park Beauties and Alicia! 

Brielle and Kensie at the pool! They were both on the move so I couldn't get a still shot!
Love this pic!

Precious Moments with our big girl!
We went strawberry picking! It was a lot of fun despite being too close to nap time.

Oh yeah! and our new house is framed! It's going by so fast! It's suppose to be done in August. Most people would want their house to be done asap but we would like them to be done when the baseball season is over. :) In a perfect world. *sigh*


Well friends, I've got to go! Brielle is climbing on the coffee table as I type! She is everywhere these days and needs to stay busy or we both go crazy! 

Thursday, June 7, 2012

Home is where the heart is, and mine is in 2 places


We got back from Az on Monday! Brielle did awesome on the flight! (I was very proud of her) We had so much fun in Az and still I didn’t get to do everything I wanted. Being back really made me realize how much I miss my family and friends. I’ve been doing this for a long time now, geez almost 10 years. But having another person involved makes things a little different. Brielle had the time of her life. The bond that she has with my mom and dad is amazing and so sweet. She LOVES being at their house and playing with all of grammie’s cool toys. And I SO appreciated my mom watching Bri while I got some “mommy time”. So leaving was very emotional on all of us. Thank goodness we will get to see our family again in a month in SAN DIEGO!! We are so excited! My parents, sister and brother in law, and his parents rented a HUGE beach house. Matt even might come since it’s during the All-Star break! Whoooo!... Still searching for flights that are not SO expensive from Columbus. Anyway, for now we are back to our baseball schedule.  I will try my best to keep everyone updated on our groundhog day lifestyle! Ha! (I make it sound so boring but it can be exciting!)

Here are some more highlights from our trip:


Mom and the grand babies 


Sister and I at Postinos in Gilbert. YUM!!

Chinches por Vida (2nd generation)

The splash pad sisters

I can't believe my baby is this big!!


Gram and Gramps celebrated their 48th Wedding Anniversary! How cool is that!?


Come on ride the train! choo! choo!


Cousin playtime with Luuuuuccyyy! 


Cousin Conversation


Splash pad fun at Grammie's 


Girls night! We had big plans to "go out" and we were done after dinner! (Getting old. cringe)


Oh! and Matt got to see Niagra Falls on his road trip! (My guy is so handsome!)