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!#*! Happy 4th of July !#*!

Funerals really are insight to ones wake up call. I know this, because, I have been to 2 so far this month alone. I keep telling myself, we'll make it there one day, and then the procrastination sets in. Before we know it, it's to late. I'm kicking myself in the head. Whats the reason for the procrastination? Am I really THAT busy? My house work can wait. The park or the pool can wait too, right? In any essence, My step-grandpa was one of those funerals we went to. He was an Honest good man. I really liked him. I wish I had gotten to know him  more. I wish my kids had knew him more. Well on that thought-may he RIP.


We have been really busy though. We found out the Chicago Cubs were playing close to home, as in Kansas City close. We jumped on that wagon for sure. It was a rush deal, but we made it there. Someone, however, forgot to reserve our Hotel though-ah it was utter hell trying to find a hotel room somewhere close by. Duh-sold out stadium, all KC fans, ya right. After two hours we found a rinky dink crappy hotel. $71. OUCH! No pool, no breakfast, nothing. Babe-where did you take us! We just got lucky we even found a place, so no complaining here this time. The game was fun, HOT HOT HOT, but fun! They lost but at least we made it. We are planning something different for vacation this year so we weren't planning on seeing a game. It made my baby happy-and it was his BIRTHDAY on top of that! Happy B-day Baby!

July 1st was Alec's birthday. My baby boy turned 8 years old. Where does time go, really? I can remember the day he was born. It was the hardest day of my life and the best. I love being a mother, his mother! Well, I started something new this year. I decided I would get up early and make him a special breakfast. Chocolate chip pancakes. But this year-I had a thought. I will make them in the shape of an 8-for his age! Duh- Why didn't I think of that before? Here's some pictures:

He was excited and ate at least one whole one, and he rarely eats breakfast. Well the day went on, I had to work, and kids went to the sitter and when we got home we have a tradition, when it's your birthday, you get to pick where you want to eat. Alec picked Golden Corral. An all you can eat buffet. I'm not a big fan of that place, but that's what he picked so that's where we went. It was actually a nice time. When we got home, I babysat for a parent who's child was in my class. My kids loved it and kept her occupied while I busied myself making 50 cupcakes for the big party. It took forever but they got made. We rented the community pool for the party. I paid enough for 50 people to join the fun. Unfortunately we only had 33 people attend. I wish people would use that RSVP note at the bottom of the invite.That's what it's there for. That left 17 open spots. ARRRG! Alec had a nice time and that's all that matters I guess. He did good. Got the wrestlers he's been wanting and made $100. He was happy.

Happy 8th Birthday to My not so little Baby boy! Love You Alec!

Well, today is The day of Independence! Outside of Christmas-this is one of the prettiest days of the year! I hate lighting off fireworks-but I love to watch them. I love the smell and the food and the family get togethers on this day!! Nothing can make this day go bad-except rain, and as of right now-It's HOT and sunny!!!!!! I will post pictures later!