Sunday, June 26, 2011

a VERY eventful weekend....

This year was Katrina's third year dancing! I find such joy in watching her dance. This year she did a tap routine to "Cooler Than Me" and it was very cute! Next year she is ready to take on Tap and Jazz so she will have more than one dance performance! She did a fantastic job, strutted her stuff and showed the audience her beautiful smile. She made us so proud! I will continue to try to upload the video but it is giving me problems on the computer so I will work on that!

Sassy Diva!


Katrina with her friends!


look at that smile!

tap tap tapping!

After the recital, the kids spent the night with their Papa Ernie and Mama Janice. Dave and I had a night to celebrate our wedding anniversary! One year ago today, we were surrounded by all the people we love the most, on a beautiful beach, getting married! Dave planned the night out and we went to Portland City Grill. The food and wine was amazing and the views were spectacular. The sun was shining and we could see Mt. Hood, Mt. Adams and Mt. St. Helens from our table. After such an enjoyable dinner we headed out to listen to a solo acoustic guitar player who was phenomenal. We had such a great night together! Happy Anniversary to us! :)

our table was decorated and had a card from the owners wishing us a Happy Anniversary!


cheers!







This morning we woke up to the sounds of a Hot Air Balloon right outside our window. Such a fun anniversary surprise!



Miles had a tournament this weekend and The Tualatin Wolves brought home 2 wins, one tie game and one loss. Miles pitched 4 innings, threw seven strikeouts and let in only run. Last night he was the closing pitcher and though Dave and I couldn't be there because we were at dinner celebrating, we hear he did a phenomenal job. Today's game was played VERY well by the entire team and we got some really great photos! 
Season is coming to an end. He is such a great ball player!
Pitching!

Tuesday, June 21, 2011

Baker Residence & Stuff!

WE'RE MOVING!!!! Yesterday it became official, we signed by the x_______ and as of July, we have a new residence! The Baker home is in a beautiful neighborhood filled with KIDS and young families! It is exactly what we wanted and we couldn't be more excited to start our life in our house together and officially call Oregon HOME! Bring on the back yard BBQ's with new neighborhood friends and new friends for the kids as well! We're stoked to say the least! 
Baker Family Residence!

Father's Day ~ Before breakfast
Dave's new lawn mower! A Father's day gift from the kids and myself, to celebrate our new yard!!!

Thursday, June 16, 2011

School Year Over!

Today is the last day of school! I will be heading to school to help the kids celebrate their last half day in just a couple hours. The kids have had a great year in their new school and they both agree, though ready for summer, the school year flew by! Bring on all of our summer plans and adventures! Lots of visits from friends and vacation plans to see family.

in, as 2nd and 4th grade students!


out, as 3rd and 5th grade students!

Sunday, June 12, 2011

another Portland Oregon kind of weekend!

Saturday: CAR SHOW IN SHERWOOD OREGON

rockin the shades!


cool dude



hot dog break



Sunday: DRAGON BOAT RACES!


Katrina and Ella at the Dragon Boat Races
 
"let's go fly a kite!" we bought tiny little kites...so cute and very fun.


The Dragon boats at the finish!


Miles scoping things out!



DRAGON BOATS!


dragon boats and the ducks we fed on the Willamette River in Downtown Portland

Friday, June 10, 2011

Thank You Dad!


It is time to talk about Rick Verweyst! He is THE MAN! As Father's Day is upon us, my Dad continues to be a solid positive male influence in my life, who I cherish, love and look up to! This past week, Dad took his own time to fly from Florida to St. Louis to help Dave and I with our St. Louis home; opening the pool, helping with some repairs and helping with yard work! I have always bragged on my parents because I feel so blessed that Ashley, Andrew and I, along with our husbands and Andrew's girlfriend are SO lucky to have them. They continue to make their children and grandchildren their priorty and have always been amazing parents. Dad, Happy early Father's Day! I am sure you're looking forward to getting back to Florida with Mom and Macy! Dave and I thank you OVER AND OVER! Have a safe flight home!

We love you!


I felt so blessed on my wedding day for an abundance of reasons! Dad was one of them!


Monday, June 6, 2011

The Rose Festival Weekend

The weather in Portland this weekend was amazing! The top was off the Jeep the entire weekend as we did the usual, baseball, parks, walks with the dog, Costco and errands.

Saturday night Dave and I took advantage of a few hours for Date Night and headed downtown to the Pearl District. There is always something going on in this city and Portland was preparing for the Rose Festival Parade. We did not see the parade however we did see a lot of funny characters who were a part of the parade. We cruised to a restaurant bar called, Life Of Riley. They had good food, cold drinks and patio seating which is just up our alley. A funny part of the night was when we were approached by a group of party people that were dressed as characters from the 80's and 90's show "Saved By The Bell". They were all intoxicated and all dressed in 80's gear for a 30th birthday. A guy says to me "You look like a lot of fun. Why don't you come on the Party Bus?!"  Dave must not have looked like that much fun! I said, "No thanks, I'll stay with my husband, we have to get our kids in a little bit." The guy walked away! HAHA! Dave was less than amused...he wanted to be "fun looking" too! Too funny!
On Sunday we took the kids to the Rose Festival. They had a blast with the rides and games. We took tons of pictures so enjoy a few!


Date Night:

Hubby on the way to Date Night in Jeep with TOP DOWN!

I love this city!

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The Clydesdale's Arrived for the Parade...St. Louis representing!


I love this new application on my phone that makes photos look like this!

in Jeep!

The Rose Festival on Sunday:

Katrina, Ella and Tree Monster thing....GRRR....


Riding on Daddy's shoulders...Dave and Erik, Katrina and Ella

Peace!

GRRR...Tiger Roller Coaster


Miles...Handsome boy!

Rides Rides and more Rides!

Watching Ella



Airplane Hats

Miles and Katrina loved the rides together

Katrina and Miles in Front Car...AHHHHHH!

cute shot!

Dave rode with Miles a few times!

Push up Contest..Katrina completed 11

miles completed 30 push ups

The Army men were impressed with his form!

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Rogue Brew


Dinner on Sunday Night