Patriots Soccer

Aidan's first soccer season has come and gone now. But what a great time we all had. Aidan just loved playing the game. Although he was a little shy at first to charge in and kick the ball, he always had a smile on his face! What a trooper. Every week he looked forward to practice and Saturday games. Shannon, Ashley and I loved cheering for him and the rest of the team. I hope we get to play again with Logan, Ian, Robert, Dallas and Tyler. What a great group of boys! And we couldn't have asked for a better coach than Rob. Even though he only started out as a parent, he truly became a great leader and coach to all the boys. We look forward to another action packed season this fall.

1st Haircut

Ashley had her 1st haircut last Friday. Even though she was 2 years, it was a momentous occasion!!! And probably alot less traumatic because of her age. In fact, when she and Aidan and I walked into the beauty shop she and Aidan both started saying "Me first, me first". By the time Lisa finished with Aidan, Ashley was so excited to be up in the big chair like her big brother. Aidan even got to help a little with the combing at the end. Ashley only got the tiniest of trims but even that makes her look like a little girl and not a baby anymore. I'm a little sad about that. Now she thinks she is big stuff with a 'bootiful' haircut!

Longboat Key Vacation

Our family ventured once again for a spring break vacation in Longboat Key, Florida. It was a wonderful time and we couldn't have asked for better weather. Our condo had a nice screened in porch that overlooked the pool and ocean that the kids loved. We spent as much time as possible in the pool or walking on the ocean. There were tons of shells and lots of big waves.

This year Mommie and Papa Byron joined us on vacation. We all had a great time swimming and seeing the local sights such as the Mote Marine Laboratory where Aidan & Ashley fell in love with the manatees. The Combs family also joined us for a wonderful day. Aidan and John-John had a blast in the ocean and the pool. Aidan also met a new pal, Ryan, and played again with Coleman & Kyle whom he met last year.

Ashley loved the pool and looked so adorable in her little swimsuits. She liked to watch the birds and the ocean, but would only go in the water if I were holding her. She laughed and giggled as we were pushed & pulled by the tide. We all had a great week walking the beach, swimming, playing with friends and enjoying the warm sun!!! We were sad to leave such a beautiful place, but as always it is nice to come back home. Until next year, I hope.....

Blog numero uno

Well, I guess the Mcblog is up and running. Now I just need to figure out what to post. For the time being I think I will just add a couple of picture of my sweetest sweethearts, Aidan and Ashley.