Flagstaff

So the past few years we’ve gone to Flagstaff to enjoy the training camp for The AZ Cardinals.  Well they sadly no longer practice there but we wanted to go anyway.  Shawn and I were the first to arrive.  We headed to Lumberyard Brewery and enjoyed some artichoke dip and great beers.  We then headed to three other places to enjoy music and more craft beers.  By the end of the night we stopped at Greek Islands.  First time I ever had greek food.  We got a cab back and slept in until 9 something the next morning.  A rarity.  It was nice to spend some time with Shawn alone.

We all headed to Brandy’s for breakfast on Saturday.  Just as amazing as last time.  We did some shopping around and then headed back to the townhouse for a nap. 

For dinner we headed to Diablo Burger.  A must when visiting Flag. 

We then headed back to Lumberyard.  We got a table outside and sat there enjoying the weather and the company for hours.  It was a riot!!!  The pictures below will give you the idea…

the best blood mary I have ever had

shot, shot, shot… We my father-in-law had lots of them

another shot and an awesome picture

and more shots…

It actually got really cold at night.  Here’s Nana and Shawn trying to warm up Papa while he cuddles Isaacs’ blanket.

the view from the driveway of the townhouse we stayed at.  Beautiful!

On Sunday Shawn and I decided to visit Walnut Canyon Monument.  It was only about 15 minutes from where we stayed. 

inside one of the many cliff dwellings.

It started to rain a lot so we decided to head back home to get our babies.  We hope to go back sometime and go all the way down the trail. 

While we were away the girls spent time with Grandma, Grandpa, and aunt Toria.  They had a great time and didn’t want to come home.  They got to go shopping and see Planes. 

4th Of July

The past few years we've spent our 4th celebrations in Show Low, this year was no exception.  I took a half day on Wednesday so we can travel at a decent time.  Once we arrived Shawn and I took advantage of having someone to watch over the girls and we headed to dinner.  Due to the proximity we chose Native.  It was okay.  We decided to take turns with breakfast and dinner meals again.  We were in charge of breakfast on the 4th.  I forgot my cameras {sad pouty face} these are all from my iphone. 

I decided on baked french toast.  It was so so.  I think if I make this meal again I will try a different recipe.  

After breakfast we headed to the parade, a first for us.  The girls absolutely LOVED it.  So did we!  The closest I came to a parade was the Macy's Day Parade on Thanksgiving through the t.v.  Show Low parade is so different but amazing and thoroughly entertaining.  I love the small town feel being there.  

We had such a great time and hope to make it a tradition.  

we ended the day with homemade strawberry ice cream.  

and sparklers

Friday Shawn and I were in charge of dinner.  We made a low country boil.  Not sure if everyone was just really hungry but it seemed to be a hit.  I liked it and will make it again.

We did a lot of relaxing and enjoying the weather and scenery. 

Saturday we headed to Charlie Clarks for an arts festival.  The best arts festival I had ever been to.  It was a great time.  The girls got a cute necklace and rings from Nana and Papa.  We enjoyed some cold beverages and danced to the band. 

The three of us got a little wet on the way back.  For just a moment it even hailed.  It was actually a lot of fun and brought out the kid in us.

Our trip was a great one.  I had a lot of "this is what life is about moments"

Father's Day

Father's Day celebrations started with going out to eat to celebrate with Shawn's Dad as he was going to be out of town.  Kelly and Issac came along with Shawn's Grandmother.  It was a fabulous dinner.  Shawn is such a special person and I am so fortunate he is the father of my children.  They could not ask for a better Daddy.  He gets and A+!

The girls and I took a cute photo for Daddy and then saved it to his phone for a surprise.  I also downloaded an album that he has been wanting on his iphone, which was a surprise too.  The girls made him adorable cards at school and he got a nice pair of Ray Bans.  

We didn't really do much. It was up to Shawn what the agenda for the day was.  We just hung out with the four of us and it was perfect.  Later that night my sister came over to have a slumber party with the girls and look after them on Monday while I went to work for a bit.  They all three fell asleep on the couch.  So cute!

holding hands

Shawn turns 27!

Shawn really wanted to spend some time up north just him and I to go fishing, sleep in, and have no worries other than what were going to eat.  We left after Shawn got off work on Friday.  Fortunately I had Friday off so I could get some housework done.  Its been neglected lately.  Saturday morning we woke up took our time getting ready made some breakfast and then started getting the boat ready.  We did not have the correct size hitch so we bought one and were finally ready to head out.  (this is the short version).  Once we got to Fool Hollow we discovered it was closed for a triathlon.  The ironic part is it was National Fishing and Boating week.  Saturday you didn't need a fishing license to fish.  Bad planning if you ask me.  We contemplated going to Big Lake and decided to just hang out at the cabin and relax.  We had a great time and enjoyed the spa.  We headed out about 11 on Sunday to get home at  a decent time.  We desperately missed the girls.  Later that day we met Shawn's family for a pool/BBQ.  Great food and Great company.  

Happy Birthday My Love!  Glad we could make the best of our unexpected weekend. 

Tumbling For Fun

Today was the girls' first tumbling class.  I enrolled them through the City of Gilbert.  At first I was a bit bummed that parents couldn't be in the room to watch them.  My girls were the only kids clinging to their Mom's legs.  They did not want me to leave at all.  As hard as it is for me to leave them when they want me so badly, I think its good for them to get out of their comfort zone especially with kindergarten starting in a year.  Once I was gone they warmed up rather quickly and even met a few friends.  They enjoyed it so much I'm thinking of getting them into something a bit longer than just the summer session. 

To celebrate their first class and to cool off we headed to Kea Lani.  The best shaved ice I've ever had.  Really good!  

the large size was ridiculously big!  This picture does not do justice. 

Mommy and Daddy are proud of you girls.