Trip to Miami

Chris and I got to take a trip to Miami - he had to go there on business and so we decided to make a weekend of it and we drove down since it's only about 4 1/2 hours from us. Plus, living in Florida we have to be able to say we made it to Miami at least once. We had a great time, but I think we both decided we really like Tampa a little better.



They had so many of these crazy, twisty trees - they were pretty cool and very unique looking.



We went on a boat tour called Thriller - this speed boat goes up to 50 mph and it takes you all around the tall buildings where you can see all of the downtown area as well as a bunch of famous peoples houses. There was also a short time that we went out on the ocean - very fun!






Of course the beautiful palm trees, one thing I never get tired of seeing...that and the beach!

5th Anniversary

This past weekend on May 7th, we celebrated our 5th anniversary. Chris had flowers delivered to me that were the colors and some of the same flowers used in our wedding. I opened the door and immediately was reminded of our wedding, it was so sweet. And they came in this really nice decorative vase so even better for future decorating! We went to a local place here for dinner called Berns Steakhouse. It is a little older, but a very nice restaurant that is apparently a top spot for tourists to come to in Tampa. You have to dress nice so we had our first date night where we have had to dress up - after 5 years. It was fun, although the being waited on hand and foot at the restaurant is not normally our type of style, but it was fun for the night! I am so blessed to be married to such a wonderful husband! And of course we finished the celebration off at the Cheesecake factory! We had thought about taking a big vacation somewhere for our 5th, but then decided when you live somewhere as great as Florida, you don't have to go away to celebrate so decided to save that for another season of our life when we are not living somewhere so nice!

Get out those running shoes

This past weekend, Chris and I started training for our first ever HALF MARATHON race. We are absolutely loving it...time to get in shape!!! Can't wait until we can say we have run 13.1 miles. I know it's only been a few days, but so far so good with sticking to our training schedule! Another fascination we have right now is SMOOTHIES! Man, I love them - I crave one just about every day. We recently bought a magic bullet because we were buying smoothies so much and those things can get pricey. Chris has made some wonderful concoction's for us. My favorite is pomegranate/cranberry! YUM!!! Needless to say, we are trying to eat healthy and have a healthy lifestyle!

Trip to Cali

Chris had a business trip to Michigan so I decided it was a good time to go back to Cali to visit my family and friends. Had such a great time hanging out and catching up. Sure wish Chris could have gone with me!

Isaac and I headed to the Sacramento Zoo. Olivia had a field trip so LaDawna was with her in their group and Isaac and I hung out by ourselves having some auntie/nephew time.


Of course it was raining that day, but we still had fun anyway!




LaDawna, Issac, and I eating lunch in the truck at the zoo. With the rain, we opted for indoor eating.


My cousin Hannah and I, man I miss her.


Olivia and Isaac painting, I came home with a lot of pictures.


Us having a tea party with the kids


Aunt Laurie, me, LaDawna, and Hannah hanging out one night


Getting a little crazy, did I mention we stayed up until about 2-4 am every night? Guess it gets to you!


The kids and I reading stories


Again us being crazy at wee hours in the morning



My best friend Amy and I



Amy's dog, Tug...he wanted the treats I had


Angela, Amy, Baby Brendan, me, LaDawna, and Isaac all at coffee just haning out!


Had such a great trip, I only hope next time Chris can make it!!!

Clearwater Beach

We went to Clearwater Beach I love walking along the beach and watching the waves roll in. The sand here is so white and powdery, I love it!


Brad, Chris, and I eating outside at Frenchy's Restaurant looking right out on the beach.


Chris and I on pier 60 overlooking the beach and downtown clearwater.


A little ridiculous that a turtle statue is just as tall as me.


Chris and Brad walking on the beach.

Boating on Tampa Bay

Chris's cousing Brad is visiting this week and we went out on a boat with a couple of our friends here and we had dinner at a restaurant out on the bay yesterday. It was a beautiful day to go out, but a little windy at times. One of the cruise ships happened to be leaving Tampa right as we were going past - can't believe how big those are up close.










Brad and Chris on the boat


Tampa skyline