Happy Birthday, Josh!

Josh celebrated his 12th birthday on March 1st and got a big surprise from Mom and Dad (well.... it was Dad's idea, not mine!). A baja motocross 70cc dirt bike was waiting for him when he got off the school bus the day before his birthday. And, we were blessed with spring-like 70 degree weather the next two days so he (and all the neighbors) could enjoy riding it. Even I took a spin around the cul-d-sac. Then the temperatures dropped back into the 30's. But that hasn't stopped Josh. He's become quite a pro already. Can you believe this is the same kid who drew all over my van with a rock when he was two? They really do grow up, don't they?!

Guess who is 50! Not me... (yet)!

My brother-in-law, Michael turned 50 on December 20, 2007, and I had a lot of fun helping my sister plan a huge surprise party at the Senior Center in Lake Mary, Florida! We went all out, dressing up as senior citizens with wigs and dresses purchased at the Thrift Store and roasting the older-than-dirt birthday boy. In case you don't recognize us, that's my sister, Lisa, and I in the photo. I know you are just at a loss for words right now!