TMI Tuesday

Ok...THIS is totally random.  And weird.  Well, kind of.  Don't act like you've never seen this before.  HAHA! The reason I post this, is because it turns my stomach. Every. Single. Time.  I. Go. Tinkle.  As a little girl, Kali had 2 worries.  Two main fears.  1. Automatic flushing toilets. (I knew where, and how to find ones that didn't do it automatically.  It was horrible for her.  Disneyland has one bathroom, or did, near Tomorrow land.  By that Carnation place.  2.  Toilets that overflow.  THESE things freaked her out.  I am talking, run, jump in my arms and cry uncontrollably.   So....This last couple of weeks, we've endured this issue.  she's 16, and still petrified. (not of auto toilets though anymore...) I truly think it's from this new toilet paper that my loving son bought.  Like a 50 pack. Kidding.  Like 20.  It's that fluffy stuff.  (I buy Scott, super thin paper..hahahhahaa) So...last week the toilet overflowed.  Kali is beyond freaked and grossed out.  So every day, I have to look at this plunger.   THEY ARE DISGUSTING.  Every bit of their view.  YUCK!  Today I tucked it away.  After snapping a shot.  Gone. In the closet.  Crossing fingers and toes that shiz doesn't act up on us again.  If so......You will see us jumping into action.  Fast.  To the hall closet.  But for now, GOOD BYE plunger.  You despicable thing you.  ugh. 

So, now I show you beauty.  True form. Friends.  US Open. Not plungers.  Not poop talk.  Or toilets. Or Silver grills.  Just some good little youngins.  Havin fun.  Enjoying Summer. 

Hope you have enjoyed the first two days of the week so far.

Life is Good.  Bad.  Hard.  Fun. But beautiful.  Wouldn't you say?

Now how's your TMI Tuesday going?  Boom.  

Cross your fingers and toes our toilet does not overflow again.  Because I can't stand that plunger thingy.  

LS

I am my Fathers Daughter. I love birds. That's for sure....

Here's one of the 2 pictures Daddy-O snapped of Miss. K during her early morning kidnap.  Made for a very long fun day. No, you aren't losing your eyesight.  It was 545am. Automatic focus, off. This is what you get. Bam.

Off they went to the B Family Home.  Very cozy.  Very surprised.  All so so happy.  Look at Sav's big ol' smile in the middle.

Off to paddleboard.  Varsity Girls

Nothing like being a NEWBIE!  Woop Woop!

Varsity.  Summer.  Fun.  Loving girls. 

I can't wait to watch another year.  Another level.  I am ready.  Kind of scared.  But ready. 

Ok.  Friday, I decided to work out.  And when I say work out, it's my run/walk/run huff and puff  that I do.  It's about 2 miles.  I came home from work, after eating terrible and feeling guilty...All.  The.  Way.  Home.  I decided to pull my hair up, snap those running shoes out of the garage.  kidding.  Closet, and took off.  As I was rummaging through Marshall's, eh um. I mean running so fast around the last corner....I get a call.  From Kali.  "Mom, where are you...we found a baby bird.  Hannah had it, come fast."  So I ran home.  To greet this.  That was inspiration for me to haul all the way home.  seriously.  it was.

And this little knucklehead was trying to move in and be a real cat.  And hurt this baby.  UNTIL Big Mama got home.  And because I am my FATHER'S Daughter....and this baby lives with it's little family in my roof top, I managed to remove the screen off my front little window, meanwhile breaking it. ugh!  To hang from the inside of my desk area, to stuff the baby back in to the top of the house.  Yes, the good news, WE SAVED this bird. The Mom and Dad were frantic the whole time.  But we did it.  Yes, life is good up in the rafters (is that those holes under your rooftop area...) Well. 

After enjoying  a quick happy hour on Friday with my friends Maria and Shelly, I came home to this.  Bill bbq'n the best pizza ever.  So yummy.  We munched on this while watching the  Olympic ceremonies.  Awesome, is an understatement.  So so cool.

So Saturday morning, Bill and I trotted across the street to workout.  Such a sweet morning out there.  I ran down to the jetty.  Of course we did our sit-up's, and pushups, and all that Gold's Gym guru stuff is about.  We did it.  Ok...so then we are headed back, and while walking past massive amounts of kelp in this one area, I see all of this stuff washed up in it.  Lots and lots of sunglasses, diving masks, and toys.  And because we are hoarders collectors interested in this stuff, we proceed to build the biggest pile. I am talking about 20 pairs of glasses, 5 pairs of masks, and all kinds of cute little toys to share with my little cousins when they make it to the beach.  Oh. and that ocean plant up above.  So pretty.  And stinky.  But I love it.  I am keeping it for now.  Don't know why, well, kind of.  I am keeping it.  My little decorator eye.  On our way home we noticed a very large bird.  Sitting on the beach.  An Egret.  They are super big.  Not moving.  As I approached, he stared at me.  Long and hard.  Until he tried to move.  I didn't know what was going on with him.  But soon found he was completely tangled in fishing line.  I called animal control.  They soon sent 2 outofshape lazy workers to the rescue.  That made it clear to me that they would not chase it, or try for too long.  So this nice surfer guy that had already tried to capture it with his rash guard would standby to help.  Stuff like this breaks my heart.  For the bird.  Surfers guy was super cool.  Mother Nature loves you.  So do I.  Animal control officers become callused to this type of thing. I get it.  But I want everything saved.  Or at least some effort.  Instead they made excuses.  Karma.  Maybe for me too, because I couldn't or wouldn't stand around long enough for him to sway back out of the surf. 2 lifeguard shacks down.  It was just one of those moments.  So we spent the rest of the day, cleaning all of our new toys. kidding.  Actually, just doing not much of anything, but lay in the sun.  And hang out.  And drive Kali to Mac's.  And back to the dock.  To do nothing.  Well, Bill always finds something to work on.  He just does. 

And then it was time to celebrate with these little birdies.  So we cleaned up.  Curled my hair, jumped in the boat and headed over to their Casa.  Across the channel.  Oh.  And on the way.  Something devastating happened.  As I was stepping into our little rad boat, with my heels on.  Thinking I'm all sexy and hot.  I. D.R.O.P.P.E.D. M.Y. P.H.O.N.E.I.N.T.H.E.W.A.T.E.R.  yes you read that right.  Right down into the ocean she went.  My lovely Pantech.  The lover in my life.  Down she went.  And I could feel my lung and right arm spiral right down with her.  I stood there in shock. Bill did too.  Just because he knew how the evening would unfold.   BUT  I sucked it up.  Told my self a million and gazillion times, that the kids can call Bill.  My friends will understand later if they text me and don't get a response.  That my life is underwater.  Because we were celebrating with friends.  And phones can be replaced.  Another time. Another moment.  Just let it gooooooooooo.   (easier said than done. Right?) Right.  

Because we were celebrating 22 years of this adorbs couple.  They took us, to Simmzy's in LB.  Go there.  Fast.  Try ANYTHING.  That place was/is amazing.  It truly is.  Wow.  Is all I can say.  WOW.  It's not fancy (which I love) it's good grub.  The vibe is fun.  The service is amazing.  The weather was perfect.  Such a fun night.  Simmzy's is brand spankin new.  Please try it local peeps. But before you go, call me, so I can go with you. Deal?  Deal.

This made up for my phone underwater.   Kids, this is a deep fried donut filled with fresh cut apples.  Covered with caramel, hot and real vanilla ice cream.  As the kids say "DANK".  It was.  Wowza.

Where I sat.  Looking directly up. My favorite car.  So cool.  To me.  Happy Anniversary Randy and Carmen.  I love your love story.  Keep it strong.  Keep it real.  People love you.  I know we do. 

Moving forward to Sunday morning.  We DID go across the street for another workout.  Yes.  Rub your eyes again.  That made 3 in a row for this girl.  I'm already twirling around in my room with new shorts on, feeling all pretty.  HA! And while we waited for the tide to go out.....and I said like 4 prayers that Bill would dive down and find her.   This is what he did for me.  When we got back.  Cold water.  Sunday morning.  Sunshine.  Dock.  Pantech.  Where are you? 

Bill loves Lisa.  Pretty sure of that. 

One of the toys I found.  Prayed with me.  We have matching feet.  Huge.  His muscles are like Billy's.  He was my good luck charm. 

And there she is!  Miss. Pantech.   Found.  I kissed her.  I missed her.  I went straight to the AT&T store.  Bought another one.  All of my friends, wait, I take that back.  One friend Kyoko, Kris and Kali will be so disappointed with me.  They're all, Lisa get a new one.  I'm all, no.  I am a creature of habit. I like simple.  The kids were mad too.  They want to send me video's too.  I don't want videos.  Send em to my email.   My life is this computer.  I want a simple phone, with simple buttons.  Get over it.  Love me for me, not my phone. hahahaha.  BUT....I did lose quite a few numba's.  So players, if you get a "who's this?" back from me, at any given time.  Please don't get your undies in a bunch.  just respond.  And just love this simple girl.  K?  K.  thanks.   My niece Tor, my friend Jaymee, Kristine, Nikki. and a few others, like my cousins, and yea, just understand if you get that response from me...you have been lost.  so text me girls and guys.  Now. Thanks. 

This is how I felt this morning.  I woke up to a quiet house.  A new phone.  A beautiful life.  Thankful.  Fun weekend.  My kids are safe, healthy...able.  My pets are spoiled beyond words.  My lover is back in my hands.  My love is such a good love.  And he knows that. 

Wait.  One final thing.  Get your camera out.  Take lots of pictures.  Because YOU are the memory keeper.  

Boom.   Almost done with Monday. 

Me. 

Boom. She made it.

 That girl on the far right. Green grass skirt.  Looking down.  Half asleep?  KMS- That's a Varsity girl fellers.  She made it.  When the girls approached her room with a horn, at the lovely hour of 5:45am,  yelling, let me just say....she was SO SCARED.  She was in shock. She ducked under her covers.  Off to breakfast.  Workout on the beach and paddle boarding later.   Bill snapped a couple of pictures but they are a little blurry.  I will post them later.  She has worked very hard, for many years.  Anyone that has, or does competitive anything, will know the endeavor.  The strength. The tears.  The happiness and sadness.  The journey.   We are so proud of her.  Booya!

Last night.  Enjoying the night with her besties.  HB. Warm nights, good dinners. On their own. Teen life. 

These two little rockstars.  Inseparable.  Best Friends.  For life.  Forever...and ever.  I love them.  I love you Kali. So proud of you.  Good girls.   Beautiful too.  It's ok for me to say, right?   Umm yes, I fund those outfits. haha. 

Happy Saturday players.  Have fun.   Make a difference today.  Anything.  Something.  First start with a smile.  It always helps. 

Love heals.  Smiles get you there.  

Mama

Throw back Thursday. A day late.

Who had one of these?  My sister had one.  Along with Loves Baby Soft. 

Great stuff right there.  

 

By the time you read this, it will be Friday. Not Thursday.  But I have a busy Friday morning.  So. Here's something to make anyone in their 30's or Forties smile.  Especially my sister. 

Happy Friday blogger friends.  Have fun this weekend.  I know Southern California weather is superb.  It just is.  I am so thankful.   

Cheers!

This girl.  Mom of 2. 3 cats. 1 Little dog. That I adore.

B.E.S.T. F.R.I.E.N.D.S

GALAXY GAME. Summer night.  Best Friends.  Had a blast.  I love them. A whole hecka of alot.  

Big things are happening kids.   Look here players.  I am gonna be standing right there.  In April.  With my leg just like that. LOL! Actually I visualize myself sitting on the stool in the pool with a cold brew.  Or Martinaaay. Right there.  Be ready.  BOOM!

Four Seasons.  Maui. April. 9 months from now.  10 nights. Right there.  It's booked.  I C.A.N.'T wait.  I can't wait.  I can't wait! I cannot believe I booked it.  Biggest trip of my life. Booked. Finally. Bill insisted, day after day..."Did you book it hun?" So. I. Am. Ready.  Oh man.  Ohhhh man.  Pray for us.  Pray that this unfolds just like I've always dreamed of.  Keep in mind kiddos, I came from simple beyond simple. No seriously.  My childhood wasn't always the easiest, at certain times I remember staring at the ceiling wondering, "why me?"  So I am not trying to boast, or brag, or throw this out like I am so cool and big shiz.  I am seriously so Thankful.  And so beyond stoked that after forty two years on this Earth. I am able to head somewhere that I've always just dreamed of.  Pray for me.  No, seriously.  Please.   You GUYS!!!!!   YOUUUU GUYYYZZZZ!!

Read that over and over again.

For some reason, and well....I kind of know why.  Eh em.  It's that hormonal kick me in the ass time of month, where it seems everything is bigger and ruder, and sadder, and tougher than any other time of the month.  Guys, just stop reading here. Because you probably don't get it.  Or.  Wait.  Maybe you do.  Maybe when your sweet lovely lady becomes a lion and you really don't know why.  That time.  This time.  Please try to get it.  Or maybe she doesn't act any different.  If that's the case, wow. You are so lucky.  She is too.  

And so yesterday while driving home from work, I was having a moment.  Well, actually after stopping by Trader Joe's, where the world just seems a better place. Especially their employees. All of them. Kind.   I went to the post office.  To drop my Dad's Birthday/Father's Day gift off.  From June. Yes.  You read that right.  Over a month late.  I am sorry.  And I felt so bad.  It's been in my trunk, in my house, in my trunk.  Bad. Once dropped,  I cried while listening to Led Zeppelin play on my final stretch home.  Because I wish things were different.  I wish I had the parents that doted over me.  At times.  The parents that wanted, or could come down and see me.  But that isn't gonna be.  It probably never will.  And so I accept.  SO.  There is a sign that sits above my desk at home.  I read it daily.  I read it when I'm frustrated. Or blue.  

IT....reads.  PEACE :  "When you find peace within yourself, you become the kind of person who can live at peace with others." 

And so true that is.   While I put away my Trader Joe's.  (AND my most favorite dangerous PMS dip in the whole wide world; it's called Blue Cheese Roasted Pecan dip. OMG.  With Raisin Rosemary Crisps.) (Ladies, go get some.  Hurry.)  And not to mention the little Crispy Crunchy Chocolate Chip cookies that are little and crunchy and you can't stop at 15. haha. Kidding. More like 10.  I mean....haha never mind.    I have ANOTHER little sign, actually a fortune cookie little thingy that says " IF YOU HAVE HOPE YOU HAVE EVERYTHING".   Under this exact picture you see above. 

I do have hope.  I do miss my parents. I am PMS'n.  Although I feel alot better this morning, because I flipped my mattress yesterday and put on all new linens, and EVEN went to the laundry mat and washed my comforter, and everything in my room is super super yummy smelling.  I slept like a champ. I am ready to take on the world.   Life is good.  I really do have so much to be thankful for. I know it's just my hormones.  And guys, you are so lucky that nothing like this kicks your a$$es.  Seriously.  I do know you have different sets of stress. So I get it.  But when your Mama Lion is losing her cool.  Go buy her the above mentioned. Well, at least the cookies, and some flowers.  And give her a huge hug.  Because she probably needs it.

Boom.  TMI?  Sorry.   It's life.

Go get em kiddo's.  Play hard.  Play fair.  Unless...eh em...you're feeling C.r.a.z.y.  HA!

Me.  Mama.  

P.S.  Thannnk  youuuu for letting me ramble.  I feel all better.  

Now that I'm back....

You Did Me Good Havasu, You Did Me Good.  

So this weekend was pretty fantastic.  Which also means it was pretty exhausting from working drinking around the house in Havasu, and on the lake.  Yes, can you believe it?  We partied like 2 little rock stars.  

Because of this (and due to the fact that I still have a thousand other things to get done tonight)

I am going to get straight to the chase.  Or straight to the point as one may say. 

I am not 100% confident that "straight to the chase" makes any sense.  

Now I warn you, this post will be full of whatever pictures we could capture because the "piece of poop" camera I bought on some deal thing broke.  Got it? It broke.  Wouldn't turn on.  Wouldn't even make a noise, whine, crackle.  Done.  kerplunk.  POS.  So. I grabbed my little card reader out of it's little bottom side, and tossed it in a drawer.  Because I am a hoarder, and don't know where to stash it for now.  Kali always warns me about Electronic waste.  So.  Pictures brought to you courtesy of my big' ol  ipad.  And Bill's Iphone.  And my badass Pantech phone.  You know the classy one with normal buttons.  That one. 

Pictured above are the darling flowers that Bill surprised me with while......WE WERE BEING WALMARTIANS in Walmart.  As I came around the corner with trash bags, and other households goodies, he popped around the corner with these. Behind his back and all.  Can I get an awwww?  Man, this dude always knows how to win my heart.  Aisle 6. Love him.  Proudly displayed them on our counter the entire weekend.  After all, it's the sweet little things.  Thank you love.  Git er done.

And while I lounged in the pool, with music on, and a water margarita in my hand, what do I see?  A bird nest looking at me.  I tried so hard to keep this secret, as we ALL know that Bill will quickly make his architectural plans to put some sort of wire block next time I am not watching.   Rude. As I am watching this Mama birdie, Bill is spraying down the patio.  All is good right?  HA!  Wrong.  As he's flushing away all the twigs, I said, "Look hun, Mama birdie is building up there". Dumb ME.....DUMB ME!  I hope she builds quickly and sends those little fellers off soon.  Next trip.  Adios.  I am quite sure.  No seriously. Guarantee he is already plotting the plan.  Bill-e-o that is. 

And while I floated, and even dunked my favorite hat because it was a thousand degrees.  Well, not that hot, but 114.  I waited for the first game results.  From Kali.   They were in. They lost 1-0.   She assured me they'd go home and rest, and give all they could 2nd game.  5:00pm.

And while we waited for 2nd game to end, (normally Kyoko and I can give each other stats, because one of us is usually there...BUT she wasn't...so I waited. Patiently. ) I send a text at 6:30pm.  Good news?  Her response.  Yup we won. I scored. 1-0.   We play tomorrow.   And while we sat at Barley Brothers, we reminisced of many years back, we'd sit here, and play trivial pursuit, while sipping Strawberry Margarita's....giving eachother kind of easy questions, and sometimes, not so easy.  One I did not know-

What does P.S. stand for?   It's meant to be "postscript".  Bam.  How's that kids?

And this burning hunk of love would make us a drink, we'd sit and chat.  Sometimes silence would fill the big ol' air, and that's good too.  And some cheesy smiles at eachother like in the movies. haha. We'd clean up and meet my cousins out on the lake, than soon to venture over to a cove.  All to get NOT ONE picture.  Old/New camera that broke, you suck.   Seriously you do.

We also joined them for yummy Italian food.  All 6 of us.  One shot here.  ugh!  And who really wants to just see me walking like a wannabe run way model, in front of some strangers car.  Double ugh!

We did manage to scoop up my younger cousin Trevor the next morning for breakfast on the river at Roadrunners.  The best egg sandwich in the world.  To me that is.  Wow.  Not to mention you are eating while floating on the dock, and getting sea sick at the same time from your mild hangover, sound good?  

Spending these moments with my little cousin and his girl means more than egg sandwiches, and wiggly bars on the river.  We laughed, told stories, snapped a couple of ipad pictures, and headed back to the lake.  

Back close to home, we dropped in the water for a bit, had dinner on the lake, pulled the boat back out of the water, tucked her away in the garage.  Did our normal routine of just chillin, preppin for the other routine of closing up the house on Sunday.  I COULD not wait to get back to Kali. 3 games. Her Mom away.  Her brother picking her up.  My body done consuming so much hot sunshine, lemonade and punch. Woops I mean Silver Bullets.    

And I came home to this. Abbie upside down.  Kidding.  She was perfectly cozy in Kali's room.  With that huge belly of hers, that sweet meow as she see's us.  Hugs from Kris and Kali.  Bucks so happy I was home.  It all felt really good.  Kali than told me we play tomorrow (which is today) in San Juan Capistrano.  10:30.  

And so we arrived.  On Kali's watch.  At 9am.  Sharp.  This morning.  An hour before we are supposed to.  But that's ok.  I love that she is always so early.  Plus, I scope out the nearest Starbucks.  Sorry Bill.  lol

This Polo Field is gorgeous.  It really is.  With the temps at 72 degrees, after enjoying 114....I was in love.

Especially watching my sweets dominate. 5 good shots at goal.  

Not enough to win.  3 mins before game-end.  Temecula scored.  We were done.  

And so we are home. After grabbing our normal groceries for the week, we are tucked in.  

And so I must add:  One of the nights we were gone, I received a call from Kali.  Asking to see the new Dark Knight movie with Gianni.  It would be late.  His Mom was close by.  But still. I worried.  Not of anyone in the theater hurting them.  Not of any mentally sick individual in the that place or any where near by for that matter.  What I worried about?  Their drive home.  Drunk drivers.  

The next morning she sends me the cutest picture of their two young hands holding the tickets.  From such a wonderful night for them.  Something that Gianni really wanted to see.   Happiness held in their little hands. 

The next morning I turn news on to hear of the horrific nightmare that just unfolded in Colorado.  One of the safest cities.  Just like Seal Beach. The details were starting to unfold.  Just like Seal Beach.  I could just stand there and think "Why"?   Why?  Why did another senseless act of violence happen?  Again?  

It's a sad shame that someone didn't know he had so many issues. For a guy to build so many horrible vices around him, in his home, and around him, and for not one other person to catch on.  So sad. My heart weeps for the families.  It's a terrible reminder of what wiped out Seal Beach for a couple of months.  The tears, the aftermaths, the memorials, candles, gatherings, the questions?  Making us wonder, what is happening to our world?  Does violence take up more of the movies these days?  The video games?  Do our young boys and girls need to absorb such?  Do their parents teach kindness, and peaceful loving ways?  Is it all mental?  I certainly don't have a right to judge. I am simply wondering.  And sad.  For all of them.  All of them. It's terrible.  

I say to all of the families, Mothers, Fathers, Daughters, Sons, Brothers, Sisters...friends and colleagues of those affected...

"May all the Angels follow you in your darkest days and nights"  These next couple of months will leave several open questions.  More tears than you'd ever imagine shedding.  

May Peace Be With You.

And you,  and you....and all of you. 

With big open arms, I give my love.  

L

A little about me. Yes. Me.

So this little questionnaire is out for bloggers.  I figured I would give you my answers. 
Here we go:

How long have you been blogging? And what got you started on blogging?  Has your blog changed?

I have been blogging since 2008.  I followed a girl that blogged for Eva Longoria's restaurant.  I loved her content, about what else but, food.  I received a Christmas Card from my younger cousin Mindi who has the cutest blog ever.  Sat down and figured it out.  I kind of went from there.  Yes, my blog has changed by means of content.  Before I would post a picture, add a little.  Now I like to show life for me as it is.  Life isn't always easy.  So sometimes it also acts as therapy.  Believe it or not, it is.   Try it. Or just keep reading mine.  I love it.  I love to see when people read.  I don't know who, but man, there's alot!  Yaa!


Did you go to college?  If so where, and what did you study?


I did not go to college.  I left home at 17. Had my son at 19.  Biggest job and school of my life. Stayed home with him and gave all my best parenting to him.  I signed him/us up for anything and everything that involved learning. My dream career path was to become a Kindergarten teacher.  Instead I proudly say I am a good mama.  Most of the time. 
  

Where have you traveled?  

Florida, Mexico, Indiana, Arizona, Kentucky, Tennessee,  Nevada, Canada and Texas.


If you won the lottery, what would be the first thing you'd buy?

A house on a hill in Montecito, CA.  Pieces of properties for my kids too, under the conditions they maintain them or they leave em.   Pay off my parents properties, and all debt.  Take care of my parents for the rest of their lives. 

What are your 3 pet peeves?

I probably have more than 3.  But.   1. Disrespectful people.  2. Rude drivers  3. Litter bugs.  


What is your favorite movie?

 Bridesmaids.  And Elf.  Both I laugh til I cry.  Love them. 

If you could have a 10k Shopping spree to one store, which store would it be.  

TJ MAXX.  Marshalls    or just maybe Nordstrom.  


Share with us an embarrassing moment in your past or present.  

I fell down a staircase during a basketball game in High School.  I will never forget the heckles I received on the way back up. Horrible.  I heard " Did you have a nice trip?"  haha. 


What day would you love to relive again?


Hands down, the birth of both Kris and  Kali.  To just feel the first look of love.  Those first cries.  Checking their little fingers and toes.  Looking into their eyes.  And the feeling to nurse a baby.  I will forever miss that.  I know guys, wrinkle your noses. It's ok.  It is an awesome feeling.  True bond.  True nature. Wholesome feeling. 

If your life was turned into a movie what actor would play you? 

Julia Roberts.   For several different little reasons.   All good.

What jobs have you had?

Sizzler, Ice Cream shop, brief moment at a Bail Bonds place, and was fired for not filing right.  Clinique (which I loved), and Gaylords still here 17 years later.  eeessh.  


If you could travel anywhere in the world, all expenses paid, where would you go?

BORA BORA - FOUR SEASONS.  NO FURTHER COMMENTS.  

Show us a current picture(s) of your life that has great meaning to you.

                                These two are my life.  Every inch of me.  

                                     Keep me going when the world seems so fierce.

And while you read this, I am headed to Havasu.  Alone with my partner in crime.  Kali plays in a tournament and her parents won't be there.  Yes, that's how rude we are.  Go ahead roll your eyes. And she has another tournament next weekend.  We will be there for that. If she's lucky.  So, time alone, in our favorite place.  It's the vitamins that water the love plant.  I can't express to all of you, enough.  Do it. The kids will be fine. Can I get holla back?


Have a great weekend players.  I will be playing fo sho.   Check back with me next week now, don't forget about me.   


Lots of love from my side of the beautiful green Earth, to you.  


Boom.  Blue mountains on a tin can here I come.  


L
 

Do something amazing today.

US Open (Surf Comp)  is coming upon us.  Year after year PCH fills with fellers making their way to the pier.  And year after year it gets really really crowded..just about right here.  SO....Bill checked with our friend Chris about tagging up his Grill.  Fatal will also host a party August 4th.  Free goodies. DJ. Pretty girls, and fun people.  Come on by.  We'd love to see you! Harry's Grill Sunset Beach on PCH-

They've opened up the upstairs outside patio now, and I must say, it turned out really cute.  Come check it out!  And say "hellllllo" to us! 

Yesterday Kali, Tori, Mac and girls joined Uncle Wayne at Universal.  Uncle Wayne is currently working a film there.  What better time to visit.  Plus the little extras  they receive while there.  She's all, "Mom, do you know Matthew Perry"? I'm like, yea, did you meet him.  She's all yup.  Funny she doesn't know anything about him. 

The beauties.  Cousin and Bestie.  No better way to spend a summer day.  Boom.  Well, except the kid in the green (background) HAHA!!

Whoever this wax figure is. Looks uptight.  HAHA!  I like the muscle car more. 

And....I guess they played a little in Downtown.  Wooot Wooot!  Don't you love the dimensions behind her?  History.  New and old.  Cool stuff.

Yesterday while scrolling through pictures, I found this.  From my Aunt Susie.  She celebrates a birthday tomorrow. She is our family rock.  She sent me this last year. How awesome is this?  A picture of Kali and I.  I remember this day so perfectly.  At the zoo.  With our entire family.  Kali in her sling, (that she tucked inside everywhere we went.  What stroller? I carried her e.v.e.r.y.w.h.e.r.e. in it) That girl still has it tucked in her closet.  Well, I do.  The verse is exactly what I love. Think about it.  It's not who has the big and fancy.  Or who has the most dough.  That's material.  It's just things.  Yea, they can bring comfort, and some way of luxury.  Health, safety and little moments of pleasure are what count. Remember that when Mr. Envy tries to tap on your shoulder.  Shrug him off. 

But it's celebrating little things. Big things.  Enjoying time with friends.  Family.  Laughter.  Sitting together while sharing stories.  Like with this girl up above....Miss. Donna.  Birrffday girl today.  Go get em beautiful girl.  Who got a new car.  Who's daughters outgrew "The mini-van".  Imagine that.  Years ago, she toted them around.  Now, she's driving a sports car.  Boom.  Have fun players.  Half way there.  To Friday that is. 

Play hard, and play in the water.  Somewhere, anywhere. 

Leese