In Memory of Patch, My Best Friend

On May 30, 2011 I lost my best friend, my beloved dog Patch. My brother brought home this cutest little puppy when I was 16 years old and he turned out to be the most amazing companion ever since. Even with his feisty attitude and strange quirks, he was a constant reminder that unconditional love really does exist. Thank you for being the best doggie ever for 19 incredible years, thank you for accepting Paul and Philip so easily into our lives and loving them as well, and thank you most of all for truly enriching mine. I love you, Patchie. Rest in peace in doggie heaven, little buddy.

Patch: April 25, 1992 - May 30, 2011
"Dogs leave paw prints on our hearts."

Anna's 1st Birthday

We headed back to the Taylor-Hohertz residence for Anna's first birthday! It was another relaxing day enjoying the nice weather and watching the birthday girl get cake all over her face and hair was just too cute. Happy 1st birthday, Anna, your mommy's little princess! :)

Check Out My New Scooter

With the weather finally cooperating these days (it was quite the rainy spring!), I went out and bought Philip a two-wheeled scooter to ride around in. It took him a little bit to get used to not having that third wheel, but he got the hang of it soon enough and was "scooting" everywhere. My next job is to get him to remove the training wheels off his bike! :)

Another Victoria Day BBQ

We hosted a barbeque on the Victoria Day long weekend again this year. The pool and bouncy tent were out for the kids to play with while the adults just chilled and caught up with one another. This time, however, the kids thought it would be fun to unplug some water from the pool and make a muddy area to get their feet, toys, water and bouncy tent all muddy too! I must admit I was doing my best to clean up after their muddy footprints but soon realized it was quite a lost cause! Sometimes you just gotta sit back and relax, I guess, especially on a long weekend! Happy Victoria Day everyone! :)












A Cute Comparison of Two Victoria Day BBQs
Before: Very pregnant ladies Lisa and Analia last year

After: Their adorable daughters Anna and Sydnee & Stella this year