New lyrics

She didn't WEAR "an itsy bitsy teeny weeny yellow polka-dot BIKINI." Paige sings that "She WAS an itsy bitsy teeny weeny yellow polka dot ZUCCHINI." Just in case you were confused about the true lyrics.

She and Tyler also swear that we're having PAMcakes for dinner.

It's a date!

The induction date has officially been set for Thursday July 24th at 9:00 am. That's TWO WEEKS from now! YIPPEE! To top things off, I officially have gallstones. We're going extremely lowfat from now until then to make certain that I don't have any more attacks. The lowfat part won't hurt me or Morgan, I'm sure of that. Tonight's menu was tilapia, whole wheat couscous and asparagus. It was REALLY good. Shane's one mean fish cookin' machine! That's all for now!

Today

Here's what we did today. It just LOOKS like nothing, but really, we were VERY VERY busy ;)

Happy Birthday Shane!

Shane had his 31st birthday on June 21st. Happy Birthday! Here are 31 things we love about Shane.

1. He watches movies with Paige

2. He takes Tyler golfing with him

3. He always shares his popcorn and soda

4. He thinks my cooking is "ssspecially delicious!"

5. He brings treats home from work

6. He calls every day from work

7. He's great at his job

8. He's a FABULOUS dad and husband

9. What a hottie!

10. He always makes us laugh

11. He's a great driver on road trips

12. He keeps our cars in tip top shape

13. He's sure handy with a grill

14. He scratches Paige's back for her

15. He gives Tyler quarters for doing practically nothing

16. He's patient at the kids in the night when I'm not

17. He always tells me about his day at work

18. He's a great handyman

19. He takes care of me when I'm sick

20. He loves his family

21. He takes Paige and Tyler to the park

22. He's really good at teaching primary

23. He takes great care of our yard

24. He lets me come to golf tournaments with him

25. He loves learning

26. He helps me with chores whenever I ask him to

27. He gives great piggy back rides

28. He loves to wrestle

29. He plays xbox with Tyler

30. He gives great kisses

31. He's our favorite person to hang out with!

We love you Shane!

My parents. . . they're great!

They really are. You know. . . they came in town to 115 degree weather on their motocycle in full sweat and proceeded to drink 7 glasses of water each. All the while, they were still smiling. They came with us to swimming lessons on Tuesday morning in the 100 degree weather and then they wanted to go back Wednesday AND Thursday.

We saw Indiana Jones together, went bowling, went swimming, went out to eat and went to Home Depot where Dad hauled a REALLY heavy grill home for Shane's birthday. . . . again, in the 115 degree heat.

I think they may have been really bored in between all of these outings. At one point Mom said she even read the cookbook. I love that they put up with us for a week to spend time with my kids. Tyler and Paige just love it when they are here. They love it when Dad sings karaoke and they can dance. They love showing off their art and their toys. They love eating dinner with everybody all together. They love playing games and reading books with Mom. I'm so thankful to have such great parents! We miss you!

Yes, that last picture is Paige in my wedding dress. They were looking at pictures and she wanted to see my dress. You can see where things went from there. She thought it appropriate to "just sit for a while" before we put it back in the box. What a girl!

p.s. Mom, my two friends Melanie and Melany have confirmed the landing of the helicopter in the park, so I guess we have to believe you now!

Tyler wouldn't let me post his because it only came up with girl look alikes. Not the best thing for a boy's self esteem!