So we went to Tucson yesterday to get some real shopping done. Our main goal was to go to Costco and get our bulk shopping done since we don't have one here. We got some other shopping done and of course we ate and then headed for Costco, just to find out it was closed for the holiday! We were very frustrated cause we drove and hour and a half to go. Anyway, we ended up going to this place call Pinnacle Peak. Apparently it was built as a movie set for a Glenn Ford movie and it's a cute little old western place. They had a stunt show which was very cute, an 8 min. train ride around the town (so that tell you how big the town is) and then we just walked around. They have cute shops, which some were closed because if the holiday. Then we had dinner at the steak house there. Here are some pics that we had to take with our phone cause Brian has the camera while he's in Va. We had a fun time and will probably go back if we are in that part of Tucson.

Talyore's First Birthday!

Wow I can't believe it's been a year already since Taylore's been born. She has been a wonderful blessing in our lives. We had a party yesterday for her. A few friends came over and family. It was a fun party, the kids swam and the adults talked and then we all stuffed our faces with yummy food!






The kids had fun in the pool. It was really windy so not all of them swam. Those who did were freezing when they got out.

Of course Taylore didn't blow out the candles, she just wanted to grab them. We didn't have too many themes to choose from so we went with the princess theme!










When it came time to diving into her own cake Taylore was clean and dainty. Brian had to show her how to get down and dirty with her own cake! When it was over she was a pro and very messy!


After the cake was eaten and the mess was made Taylore got a quick bath and then opened presents. Of course I did most of the opening. She just wanted to eat the paper.



We had a great time with everyone. I'm glad that we got to share Taylore's day with friends and family. My mom was sick so she missed the party, hopefully she'll like looking at the pictures. Uncle Dan was there with his dad Willie, I'm glad they were able to make it. Connie was working so my dad could come which I'm grateful for because Taylore loves her Grandpa! I wish more family could be there like back in the day...lol. Our friends that were there made up for that. It was a great party!

Chris's Visit

So Chris came to visit two weekends ago with his friend Patrick. Sorry I'm slacking on posting the pics. He's going to be in California for the summer working and hoping to make lots of money. So on his way there he stoped in for the weekend. It was a short visit be we had fun. Avery misses his uncle.








Avery had fun when Chris and Patrick were throwing him around and doing back flips!

Dad was enjoying a swim

before he had to go

to work. They do

that often!Must be nice huh?







Taylore got sunscreen in her eyes so she wasn't having a fun day in the pool.






They boys went up the mountain behind the house on the ATV's. They came back very dusty but had fun!







The next morning we went to the hotel and had breakfast so Patrick could see the hotel.















Taylore is already learning how to flirt! Whenever she sees a guy she smiles and waves. I guess that means we are going to be in trouble.

It was a great weekend. I wish it could have lasted longer!