My Dad's 2nd Profession

So I always knew my dad cut hair being as my sister and I would get the royal treatment by my dad and his handy little hair scissors. Sarah always got the feathered bangs and I kept with my cute little bob. Of course at some point we "grew up" and decided we needed the professional hairstylist. Well apparently my dog Heidi is not above the talents of my dad and experienced her first Tommy haircut this summer as it is too hot for her. My mom kept saying she should get her hair groomed at a place, so when Mom left for Nicaragua Dad took her to his own personal groomers... in the backyard. When I first saw her I knew right away that my dad did the grooming, but am sure Heidi appreciates a bit relief from the heat. She looks like a sheep that has been sheared, yet by a blind man. In all honesty my dad did a good job, but I will let you be the judge.

California

This 4th of July Michael and I took advantage of the long weekend and hopped on a plane to San Jose, California to visit my brother Andy, sister-in-law Lisa and nephew Connor. And we are glad we did. While it was only a few short days we realized any time spent together with family, though short it may be, is well worth any amount of money spent. We sure miss being able to see them more regularly but are grateful for the time we do get. On the 4th of July we spent the day at Lisa's parents home by the pool, drinking and eating yummy food. Even though we got a little burnt, the day was fun to just relax in the company of such inviting people. Lisa's grandpa Nano finally helped me convince Michael to get in the pool, which he was glad he eventually did. Connor was hesitant to get in the pool, but once he did it was hard to get him out. And of course at night Andy prepared a fabulous meal at the Tripp Tavern. Saturday started in a delicious way as we stopped at Race Street, Lisa's family's place, to eat some great seafood. That was Michael's favorite part I think. We then spent part of our day at the famous Santa Cruz Boardwalk, that was after an excruciating hour or two getting through traffic and finding parking. We finally got to ride some rides, play some carnival games and at none other than eat corn dogs. I even got a ring in the clowns mouth on the merry go round (I was the only one that time around and I know I made Lisa proud). Sunday was our departure day but before we would leave we headed down to Capitola to get some food and spend a little bit of time at the beach. It was a lovely way to end out short stay at the Tripp Tavern and were sad to leave, but know we are always welcome.

Expecting

We are all awaiting the arrival of a brand new baby boy. Well let me explain. He is not technically mine as I am not the one carrying him, rather my sister-in-law Marci. It is just that we are all so excited for them and for us with the arrival of yet another sweet little boy to ou r family. Having seen Connor grow and getting to spend time with him I have realized what a blessing children are and cannot wait to meet my new nephew. Of course with all that comes many a baby shower. While I missed on of the many as we were out of town, I was able to help celebrate at one such shower. It was fun to see all the baby stuff. It was also nice to spend time with family and friends. It is just a short time away until we are all able to meet baby Tripp.