This arrived in our willow tree on Thursday, I called the Farmer and asked for help. Next thing I know these guys (below) were parked in my front yard...on the new grass that we have been working so hard to get up.
This is where we are going....in one week...yes...I can hardly wait another day much less another week! We are headed to Mazatlan for a much needed rest on the beach. This is where we will be staying (above)
This will be the view from our condo deck (literally). We need to rest a little, to eat alot:), (not really, but I am sure that we will) and to just listen to the beautiful ocean sounds. It will be wonderful!
A late afternoon ride to the farm is a lovely thing! The men are all gone for the day, the sun is low in the sky, and the Farmer isn't too stressed when the day is nearly over. Saturday Rooster, the Farmer's Mom, myself and the Farmer enjoyed a late afternoon visit to the farm.
We built a reservoir a couple of years ago to help with irrigation, and it has become a very fun place to hang out! Fishing, swimming, grilling....all activites enjoyed at the farm. This is the Farmer's Mom (above) she is a wonderful person and a very good friend!
I found this recipe today, I haven't made it yet but it looks incredible! Perfect for a summer evening. Growing up in AZ, I am a huge citrus fan. The Farmer is a lemon lover, so I am sure he will love this!
Today is the Farmer's birthday! He won't be too happy that I am dedicating this post to him...he says that he has now reached the "age" where birthday's aren't that important. Well I disagree! Life with the Farmer has been amazing! We began our journey together 23 years ago, and will celebrate our 20th anniversary this year. I feel as if I have known him always, and I think I have:) I think we have loved each other from the very beginning of time. We have shared so much happiness, a bit of sadness and some very difficult times together. It has all been bearable because he was there. He said during one particularly hard experience that he felt "we were two kids having an adult experience." I think we have felt that on more than one occasion. I love him for is wisdom, for his stability, for the way he loves our kids. I love him for his dedication to everything he does, church, family and community.
I love him for the way he loves and lives life! We are constantly on an adventure with this man....
I love him for the way he loves me. For the way he cares and guides our family through these life experiences, that we said we would share together.
Happy Birthday to my Farmer...I have always loved you...I will always love you...thanks for the journey and more than anything...thanks for being my best friend.
p.s. don't you just love Father's and Son's Weekend? My men are leaving today.....looking forward to so girley fun:)
The Rooster invited a few friends over for a pizza party during lunchtime to celebrate the big day.
David and Rooster, cousins and great friends
Boss...waiting for a small morsel to fall to the ground.
And the fun and games begin! Happy Birthday Rooster!
Today is the big "11" for the Rooster! So I thought a little tribute was in order. Rooster is our "well adjusted 3rd child" or he is also our youngest, he fits into a couple a spots and has the characteristics of all. He is a darling boy and has been from the start. He is very loved by his brother and sister who couldn't wait for him to arrive. The above picture is in the hospital, when they got to meet him for the first time. He was my biggest baby...almost 9 pounds and came with the cutest dimple in his chin. His Dad named him Rooster, because he would wake up in the morning when the sun came up. The name stuck and the whole town knows him as Rooster, even the people who own our neighborhood store call him "gallo."
Rooster has been my little partner, always close by. He loves to be at home with me. He loves to be anywhere if his family is close by. He likes to have his friends at our house rather than going off to play. His is very kind and thoughtful and seems to know when your day was hard or you are just feeling a little sad. He is loved by all who know him for his kindness and just plain sweetness. The Mom thinks he is a pretty special.
He loved his chupon and kept it for a very long time.... he called it his "chupie" and had quite a collection before he gave it up.
This is right where The Boy was sitting in the car, the spot with the most damage.
On the way to one of the farms, Kelly noticed the car from Jordan's recent accident, and decided to stop and look. He came home in shock, amazed that The Boy is alive and well. The Boy and I went to look at it on Saturday and well words just don't describe first, the condition of the car and second, our profound gratitude for the life of The Boy. It was a bit much for him, I am not sure if he really was ready to see the car. He was surrounded and protected, there is not other way he could have survived.
We bought this land 5 years ago, 50 acres to build a house on. When we got it, it wasn't in very good shape. A lot of dead trees and no well. Five years later it is just beautiful! We have our trees layed out for the driveway and the pecan orchard planted. We hope to break ground very, very soon! All of our businesses have the word "Sol" somewhere in the name...this land is the Solecito - the little sun.
The Beautiful Cherries
Harmless enough......
hummmmm can you say decatant and Naughty?
An amazing fresh cherry cobbler....of course it needed just a little cherry ice cream to top it off.
Harmless??................I'll let you be the judge!
When one of the "Darlings" (and her cousins) gets the Mom's new camera, just to "see how it works!" hummmmmmmm
I am extra lucky...I got to celebrate Mother's Day twice! In Mexico, it is "Dia del Madre" and is always celebrated on May 10th. And we celebrate again the following Sunday. Convenient isn't it!:) I loved Pedaling's post on Motherhood, "Raising Children, is like being pecked to death by a duck" you should really check it out. It is true and wonderful! She is such great writer.
When I attended Time Out a few weeks ago, this book was quoted by one of the speakers. The quote that really spoke to me was "The gospel of Jesus Christ is not insurance against pain, It is a resource in event of pain, and when that pain comes...and it will...rejoice that you have resource to deal with your pain." The book is short but wonderful! I highly recommend it.
Aunt Bethany is working at a darling new salon called "Blossom." Queen was in need of a little "work" and Aunt Beth was happy to help out! 
Thank goodness for trips to Mesa, Thanks Aunt Beth! It is a darn cute cut and style.
I thought our most recent fortunes were pretty fun!
The Dad - "Soon you will encounter a whole new world of opportunity."
Sounds good to me.
The Mom - "You are entering a time of great promise and overdue rewards."
Now that is a keeper, don't you think?
The Boy - "The world will soon be ready to receive you talents."
He thought that was so true, :)
The Queen - "You will bring sunshine into someone's life."
That has already come true
The Rooster - Just has too many to choose from and couldn't make up his mind.
