Eric's mom

As I have been known to call her, had her back surgery last Monday (the 18th). It went well, although the surgery lasted about 2 hours longer than we expected. They didn't get her in a room until late afternoon on Tuesday, when we were finally able to see her. She is doing well, getting out of bed for short walks to help her adjust. She is having a little pain, but all in all I think she is doing real well. (Thank God!)

My mom is here watching Diego for us, (thanks mom!)

If anyone would like Carol's number at the hospital, just e-mail or call me and I will get it right to you!

LA Galaxy kicks grass

LA Galaxy beat the Chivas USA last night 3 to 1. Ha ha. Take that you Chivas fans who were giving us a hard time as we walked through a group of them last night. Who has the last laugh now!

For those of you who don't know, the Chivas USA and the Galaxy share the Home Depot Center, so the game last night was sold out! 37,000 people! It was great. There was so much electricity in the air, wow! I can't imagine how it feels at the World Cup (which I am trying to talk Eric into going to!)

Ole! Ole! Ole! Ole!

bee update

We went out yesterday morning and there was no evidence that there had ever been even one bee in our yard. If I didn't have a photo, I think I would have thought my mind was playing tricks on me.

We did notice later in the day our neighbors had a bee guy over there collecting some bees. I guess that bee guy didn't want to let the homeowners know that if they only waited a day or two they would probably bee (get it!) gone!

Bye bye bees!
Bee Bee go away, don't come back again some other day!

Bee Hive

Bee Hive
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Check out this bee hive on one of our lemon trees in the backyard. It isn't a great pic but the kids were afraid to get too close. There are bees all over the place.

Eric called to have it removed, but both places he called said to wait and see. They said bees usually leave after a few days.

I guess all our food will be sweet for a while!

Sad day for everyone

I would like to say a special prayer for Pope John Paul II. He was a very special Pope known for his love for children. He was always with the people. I am glad that he is no longer suffering but so sad that he is no longer with us here.

I was telling Eric that I know both of our grandparents are probably so pleased to finally meet him.

I wish I had been at home when I found out, but we were out eating. I would have liked to have learned of his passing in the comfort of my own home. Isn't it odd how we can grieve for someone we have never met but feel like we knew? He did so many wonderful things while he was here with us. I know he is finally able to feel young again. He is without pain. God bless you!

I would like to say a special thanks to my mom who called to see how I was. She knows how I am. Thanks mom!

eric and di

eric and di
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Here is a photo from JB and Cynthia's wedding at the Queen Mary in Long Beach. We had a great time! What a great couple those two make (no not us, the bride and groom!)

Hello?

Is anyone there? Is that tumbleweed I see going by? Do I hear the wind blowing softly?

Ray

Wow! I think I always like movies the best when I know very little about them. I knew the movie was based on Ray Charles' life, but that is about it. It was really good. I enjoyed it. I would highly recommend this movie. I give it a 7.8.

okay, okay, okay

I was not going to post this, but I just have to. My husband sent me this site and if you look at at least 10 different links on this site, I bet you will be hooked. Check it out and let me know what you think. (This guy is crazy!)

Cute

What a weekend

and it is early Saturday evening. We finally made the call to have the acoustic removed from the whole house. They arrived about 2pm and told Eric they should be done about 5. So, yeah, they left around 7. It smells like wet wallpaper and it looks weird. They can't come back until Wed. to paint. So instead of putting the lights back up only to take them down again Wed, the kids are doing without in the bedrooms. It is finally starting to smell okay in here. There is still more work for Eric!

Today I took Siobhan and Krystal to the doctor. We spent a couple of hours there. Siobhan has pink eye in both eyes. (poor baby). Krystal's hip has been bothering her for about a week or two now. The Dr. took x-ray's and all looks well. She wants Krystal off the running for two full weeks and then to see her back before she starts up again. It is mid-track season! Great!

So, we are trying to reorganize our home. Good luck to us!

Check this out!

after you click on the link, type in a name, any name and see what happens!

Baby Name Wizard

let me know what you think.

Ahhh Mexico!

It is pulling my heart. It doesn't matter how recently I have been, my whole self longs to be there again. I was looking at photos from last July when the Cordova's and my good friends Natalie and Adrien joined us. Seeing Siobhan dance, the food, the pool, oh and of course, the drinks!

Plan, we need to plan another trip. How I wish we already had a house down there! How wonderful would it be to just go whenever we wanted? We could invite whomever we wanted and they wouldn't have to worry about a place to stay.

Isn't it funny how your heart can belong someone else where here is where you sit? I left my heart, in Baja, Mexico. Well it doesn't sound right, but it sure rings true!

Keb' Mo'

We went two nights ago to go see Keb' Mo'. He was wonderful! He sounded so great live. We have enjoyed his music for years and to see him actually perform was amazing. It was just him and one other guy and LOTS of guitars!

Check out the link to his web page. You can sample his music. He really seemed like a down to earth guy. How many grammy winners do you know that come out before the show (to where the fans are) and talk to people they know. He was funny, sounded great and, well, I think I like him more now!

Keb' Mo's web page

check it out and let me know what you think!

Mexico

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Here are some photos from Mexico. In this picture- Patsy, Mark, Bradley, Siobhan, Diane, Holly, Diego, Emma and Tony.

Thanks a bunch Tony! We had so much fun and the house was beautiful.

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No one taught Daniel to look at the camera

2cuties

2cuties
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Holly and Siobhan

two handsomes

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This is little Diego with Uncle Mark

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view
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What a beautiful view we had.

Emma was taking the pic

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That's Holly, me, Patsy, Siobhan and Diego!

Mark!

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Yes, he is married. You can't take him anywhere!