Tattoo's...Brew's.....Happy Birthday Twenty Two!

Half of the crew....The Channel at 117 out....thunderstorms lurking in the distance...no boat...we felt like Havasu locals...just trying to Chill-ax and take it very slow and easy.....

It's those moments with your best friends...that will hold memories forever.

Kris and Kendall have been friends for many years....I can't tell you how sweet and helpful he was to EVERYONE...all weekend. It's simply in his veins.

These pic's are out of order...a little...Saturday afternoon after spending the day in the Channel, Bill, Sean, Jaymee and myself decided it was time for a nice cocktail and alone time at The Turtle...and so we let the crew head back to the house...while we enjoyed this view...

And this view....The new pool at The Nautical Resort. Warm, merky pool water...filled with party peeps....Bill and I were stalking the chance to get back home to check on our house....lol!

My lake cowboy.....with his new hat....

The day of arrival. Current temps at 115- Notice the pool is clear....

Bucksie cooling off.....

I have been waiting for months to fill our new ice chest. Super cute. Doubted by Sean and Bill that it would leak. And .....it did. sigh.

The KEG.....

The ever so yummy catered food by Casa Fernandez. Love their food. The choices......

Let's get this party started....

Good times...Bucksie surrounded by love.....

Me. Sitting in merky water. ughk.

Love and hugs. Always welcomed. Tay and Kendall

Our fun link game on the wall....Tricky fun.

The few girls that were able to drive up......

The Lifeguards.

The birthday boy....

My one and only son. And Grandson.

Bed for 2. Non-smoking room please. Linens kind of included.

Round one clean up. Friday night. Dad was cleaning! wow!!! lol-

I left this on the counter for Saturday and Sunday morning...

Sunday morning...they all prepare to depart....Friday night there was 8 cars sitting out front...the guys traveled in very hot temps to celebrate with their bro. So sweet. This is Johnny's truck....Kris and Johnny were the first friends in the group. Friends since 6th grade.

As Dad and I exit through the garage to give our good wishes for a safe drive home...all the do's and don't of the highway...(actually just coming from me...) Bill checkin' things but not saying much. Reminding them of WHY they should ALL have tools in their trucks...etc. I'm just walking around giving love and thank you's for being good kids.....

Dad checking things out.....Its 10am. It's 110. With humidity at 85%. Can you say ewww?

The other munchkins loadin' it up!

Caravan prep.

And they are off.....as I stand there sending positive thoughts, for safe travels, that each one of those son's and daughters to a family will make it home safely. That they continue to grow and make good choices...

Kris had well over 50 people "heading up" and of course as the date gets closer, and most that are in college, work and can't afford to come...backed out. To him, of course it's a hardened reality...to me and his dad...it was perfectly fine. I always say things work out for reason. Our house was full enough. Temps reached 117 and when your doors are opened and closed, and you feel so responsible for every person in your pool, in your house...it was just the perfect amount. All but a few we've known for a long time....there was no drama...the couple guys that did hug the "Ceramic love bowl" were watched by fellow friends continuously...When you have a full crew you can't take the boat out...when it's 117....you just do what feels right...and that's what we did. We celebrated 22 years.... Kris is working hard, in school, and juggling life while stacking his poker chips for his house someday...for now...we encourage him....and are so very thankful he, and ALL of his friends have all remained safe, healthy...out of jails...keeping goals #1. Sorry it took me so long to post these. This week...has...been....over....whelming....and busy.......-My little sagie-doodle-bird kitty that I rescued...has suffered a set back with more seizures...Let me tell you....I am a strong girl. A strong person that endured a crazy upbringing, yet keeping myself strong and independent...there isn't much that I say I can't handle...but this kitty in seizure mode took me over the top. I had to look at myself in the mirror and say "Lisa you are a mom. You are a warrior". And so my research will continue. My strength in what I know is right...I can do this. I may be a mama-cab driver, a cook, a sound board...a board meeting member...an accountant controller at my office...but being a MOM is being strong. And this I can do. Through prayer and positive thoughts. I can do this. Please pray for little Sagie-doodle. Cheers to everyone....it's friday. I just look forward to reading my good magazines, sipping a glass of wine tonight...and enjoying coffee in bed tomorrow morning. Enjoy your moments with those you love.

Happy Birthday to my one and only SISTER....!

Tina Louise was born late one August night back in the late 60's...to our parents....they were young...they were at a concert partying....when finally deciding my mom should get to the hospital...Tina is the first Grandbaby on both sides....she was tiny...she was shy...My sister and I held eachother pretty tight for the many years. While we drifted through the 70's...the crazy 70's with parents that fit the scene ever too well.....I was the little bossy one...the one to teach her how to whistle...how to tie her shoes...People have always thought I was the older one. My sister doesn't like her birthday..(she get's this from my Mom and Grandma....) they prefer to ignore the day...and ignore the number. To me? I say...it's a number. We are wiser, we've roamed enough to figure things out differently...we are what we are. More beautiful inside and out- The more candles...the more wishes...and that's what I wish for you today Tina...happy wishes...healthy trails...and LOTS of Love. I love you. Happy Birthday Miss. Virgo! P.S. I love this pic of my sister...she looks so happy....

My love for animals...and the LAST days of SUMMER 2011

As most of you know...and I posted a month ago...we found this little sweets in the yard at the shop. She was about 5 days old...she suffered seizures the first night I brought her home. So much...that as I put her up in a box in our living room...I expected the outcome to be grim. The next morning as I peeked into the box to force feed, yet another feeding...she was alive. I thought SHE was a HE until last weeks Vet visit. This girl has issues. She can't see...or well for that matter...she's very sensitive. She is a special needs kitty...but has the face, and soul to melt anyone. I am still in the search for the perfect home. It's been a long road for her...I still feed her by bottle 3 times a day (just to assure she's getting proper fluid..)along with her canned food. She hasn't quite figured out how to lap up the milk...so I continue my process. It always amazes me when things are handed to you....this helpless little girl...in need of us to help her thrive. And that I promised to her the very first day I pushed fluids down her....I promised to do everything I can to help her along. I call her SAGE...stands for Saved And Given Everything. She is basically just a slower paced kitty...otherwise normal. Poor little sweet pea. She loves baths...basically because we have bathed her daily since day one. She likes warm water..and snuggles after!

This was Kali and my Saturday night movie night with Sage and Bucks. We watched Soul Surfer. Good movie..Very inspirational.

Bucks thinks this baby is his. He follows her everywhere...cleans her ears, eyes..and plays until we have to remind him how tiny she is. She cuddles up to him and they sleep together....

So I tell Kali I have a "End of Summer" Surprise for her....to get dressed for a night of fun....we'd have dinner first and fun shortly after!

As we exited the freeway she see's all these girls in cute skirts and curled "Taylor Swift" hair...and she started cracking up....Poor thing put on jeans...but told me not to give hints on where we were goin....and so I didn't. haha! The woes of teenage hood.

And the news vans were pouring in.....

Our wonderful yummy dinner at Yard House...

Fifteen.

Mama with her good vino...preppin' for some screamin' girls...and dancing fans!

Kali was totally embarrased when I asked a stranger to take our pic. So I have a funny face, and could only ask for one pic. ugh!!! I said "Kali we will never see these peeps again"...haha!

Waiting for Taylor!

Not too close to the stage. The last Taylor Swift Kali went to, she was 4th row. Well...I said...sweets we aren't THAT close, THAT's for sure...lol!

Such a beautiful girl. Such an inspiration to all these girls. Her songs are from the heart...with day to day meaning of what girls endure. All the friendships, heartbreaks...love....and trust. Live and Love. She puts on an amazing show!

And JUSTIN BEIBER showed up! We couldn't believe it. Talk about SCREAMING girls...haha.

That was a cute added extra....

The Beib's and Taylor...gettin funky!

Last song of the night.....

Heading home...what a fun night. Kali said "Thank you Mommy" so many times...it's these moments I get the chance to spend with a girl that someday will be planning her own events...filtering the good and the bad....and hopefully holding on to these memories forever. I am preparing her for Sophmore year as I finish this last blog entry. She's got a closet stocked with clothes, bags...and accessories...she get's her schedule today...everything is moving fast. School starts next week. They have a back to school dance on Friday and lots of soccer too. Well her Mommy will be hosting her brother's party in Havasu. This should be an interesting weekend...I just want safety, happiness and good times for us all! I won't be making any entries until next week. I HAVE MY BUSY HAT ON STARTING NOW!!!!! Cheers everyone! Go be with those that make you happy. Love is the answer.