Kali and her favorite manager Greggo!

While getting her hair done in between games. Miss. Sweet Kali #13 Greggo brings much fun, entertainment and laughter to our team. He is our manager and loves the girls so much. Here he is....Full Greggo Mode! Thanks Greggo!

Go! Fight! Win! Good Job United!

The start of a very long hot day...Our girls have been climbing the success hill. Here we went from bottom of the hill, to almost the top. We continue to keep our team strong, parents committed..and girls very happy! Way to go girls! Here is Bob and Tony.... Tony explaining something in detail....What's in that red cup Bob?

More of our beautiful girls.....There is Alexa, Sara, Hailey, Dominique, Jazzy..and our goalie Savannah!

And this is how our Coaching Assistant helps us adjust to a 3 hour in between game time.

That is Hannah and Miss. Karrisa and Megan standing by. That it is a water bottle on top of her head! haha

Good friends, HOT WEATHER..and Sleeping Daddies...And SOCCER!

We travel around Southern California...and venture into the San Bernadino area at times. And this was one of those games. The girls had 3 hours in between. We coordinated a nice little pot-luck for the girls and us parents braved the HEAT right with them. It's times like these that create memories. Places you go, teams we meet, and fields we endure. Here is Kaitlyn, Kali, Vannie (Savannah), and Miss 38.. Haley

This is Mark. Mark is our goalies Daddy and stands down by his baby during the game offering words of encouragement and praise. Good guy and can sleep anywhere. Love it!

Under Marks head is a water bottle as a pillow. FUNNY

And that's how a good team..with great families..hang between games!

Happy 60 Years to my Beautiful Mama!

We planned this trip a couple months ago, just time alone with my parents. For some, it might sound selfish...for others it might sound normal. Well for us, it was simply amazing. To sit and talk and laugh with our mom, to shop with her...to ask questions and observe who she is at 60, was very well worth every second, every dollar, every tear as we boarded the plane for home. I know it sounds silly to some that we don't visit as much. That time and miles separate the 4 of us. But it's just that. It's raising my children, working, and traveling around with Kali and soccer. I made a promise to myself that I will take the time for them more, that I will keep these miles short and closer together. Mom I thank you for all the sacrifices you've done for Tina and I. And believe me, you only understand more as the years pass and your children grow. Dad and you have a great source in eachother. And I thank you for keeping the strength together so we both have a place to call home. I felt right at home. I love you and Happy Happy Birthday Mom. You look amazing.

I took this shot as my sister calls me the "Paparazzi"...but it was funny to me. It reminded me of being a child, in the back seat, Dad driving, Tina and I giving eachother funny looks...( I was carsick on this ride...but wouldn't say anything..) and just the feeling of being a kid again. Almost 40 and loving it.

Deer...Frogs...and a place my parents call home...

Anyone that knows my parents, know they believe in the amazing respect for animals. Any animal big or small. They will nurture, feed and show such love. My mom feeds all the creatures morning and night. They see my parents, and they are ready...They are ready for veggies, fruit, bread....whatever she chooses, they accept. And LOVE! This view is standing in her kitchen at her sink...in the morning...waiting for her. Notice "Peek-Peek" in the left bottom corner. This peacock found my parents home. He roosts' every single night...up in the highest tree out front, and comes down every morning. My dad pointed out how he sits behind his truck, by the bumper, admiring..what he thinks..is another friend.. It's himself. Super cute.

Dad....pointing out at Peek-Peek... Cute bird that loves my parents. The simple things in life.

This is the safe haven for frogs. Outside their front door, they have this waterfall. My mom tends to the cutest flowers, frogs, and anything else that wants the love. At dusk, these little frogs come out...all over...

I've always loved frogs, think they are adorable, but can't hold or pick them up. Creepy. So one evening as we sat out on the swing with our mom, my sister decided to throw one on me. Nice.

Well it peed all over her, and we all laughed. My sister is very afraid of spiders. Hmmmmm. Payback..?

Flower Farm and Mummies...

I just love this shot. It's a flower farm.....it's a great big tree. It's a couple of things that I adore.
And I walked around this place with my MOM! Here I am feeling rather brave.

In Cave Winery, they added this dude for festive feel.

Pumpkin Patches...and Wineries..October 2009

After visiting an amazing Lily Farm in a small town called Amador, we strolled through this pumpkin patch. It's funny to look back 30 years ago, and remember how excited we were to get our pumpkin to carve. My Mom and Sister were looking into Gourds, while my dad and I were on the hunt for the perfect pumpkin. Well, we wanted a green one..(which is the one he's holding...) We wanted something different. And boy it is a cutie. Here's my sister and I at the oldest Winery in California. The hospitality wasn't the best. We felt incredibly rushed, but the atmosphere was interesting. This place hosted the guys from the "Gold Rush" days. Man, I'm happy to know they had some "Vino" for some relaxation back then.

Here's good' ol me at the "Prettiest" Winery we visited. Great hospitality, Fabulous Wine, and a view to melt your heart. I missed Bill at this one. Couples everywhere...but time with my sister, and laughter to hold your stomach. We laughed so so hard here. We also took some pictures that really shouldn't be posted. Cheers Tee!

The Trabue Family October 2009 "Mom's Birthday Weekend"

It's been 22 Years since we've lived together, and 3 kids in between...plus many miles apart. We had an amazing weekend together at last. This Winery is just miles from their home, built into a cave. Our parents aren't quite the drinkers, but my mom tasted a couple for the "Wine Team" (Me and Tina..) Our dad picked us up from the airport, and as nervous as we were of the flight, the moment we saw him, our fears disappeared and our awesome time began to unravel. Here is Dad and Tina, at one of the many old historical places in Sacramento.

My sis and I silly at lunch after a couple of brews. I have to say...That beer tasted sooo sooo good. Lunch on the Delta River...on the water..one of my favorite places.

Here we are. I hope I can hold these precious memories close to my heart forever and ever. People come and go in our lives...friends, neighbors...more friends...but if you are still lucky to have your parents, the feeling of sitting with them, hugging them, talking with them...is priceless. Nothing in this world can pay for the feeling. He truly has taught me so much. Where's Mom? Well she was at home....had no idea..while we were out on the town on her day...celebrating in our own special way.

Me....my Dad....and my Sister...

Mom's Birthday..The State Capital....Beautiful trees...AND MY DAD!

There are a few things in my life that I look back upon and think...Man.."How cool that was". Picked up by our Dad at the airport, whirled away to shop and have lunch..we ended up at the State Capital. It was one of those days...nothing planned, yet everything perfect. We had our Dad to ourselves, like two 10 year olds, grasping everything he said....all he knew and cherishing every single minute with him. So my sister and I laughed our entire trip about her poses. Some fun, some silly and some just amazing. I think this one is "The Best"- Looking great Tee!
And as Bill calls me...the "Tree Hugger". So were walking around the State Capitol admiring all the trees...and I hear Arnold speaking around the corner, so I run around to the back, and "Looky here" Arnold! So cool. Another great part of our un-planned day... The Rotunda. The prettiest part of the building.