Friday, June 26, 2009

Congratulations to my graduate!!!






















This past Wednesday, Nicholas officially graduated from elementary school to middle school. It was a great day and he was so proud!! Here are just a few pictures...a special thanks to his teacher, Mrs. Tardo, for an amazing year! You are one in a million!!!!!

Thursday, June 25, 2009

One Flaw In Women

My aunt sent me this in an email today. I read it and loved it and thought I would pass it along....

Women have strengths that amaze men..
They bear hardships and they carry burdens,
but they hold happiness, love and joy.
They smile when they want to scream.
They sing when the want to cry.
They cry when they are happy
and laugh when they are nervous.
They fight for what they believe it.
They stand up to injustice.
They don't take no for an answer
when they believe there is a better solution.
They go without so their family can have.
They go to the doctor with a frightened friend.
They love unconditionally.
They cry when their children excel
and cheer when their friends get awards.
They are happy when they hear about
a birth or a wedding.
Their hearts break when a friend dies.
They grieve at the loss of a family member,
yet they are strong when they
think there is no strength left.
They know that a hug and a kiss
can heal a broken heart.
Women come in all shapes, sizes and colors.
They'll drive, fly, walk, run or email you
to show how much they care about you.
The heart of a woman is what
makes the world keep turning.
They bring joy, hope and love.
They have compassion and ideas.
They give moral support to their
family and friends.
Women have vital things to say
and everything to give......
However, if there is on flaw in women,
IT IS THAT THEY FORGET THEIR WORTH....
I know that after reading this, I look at myself a little differently....

Monday, June 22, 2009

Happy 12th Birthday Nicholas!!











Yesterday was my 'babies' 12th birthday! I cannot believe how fast time goes by. I can remember when they put him up on my stomach and announced "It's A Boy"..I however, thanks to my co-workers at the time, was convinced 'he' was a 'she'! Imagine my suprise when I learned the truth! It has been an amazing 12 years and I just want you to know Nick how much I love you and how proud I am to be your mom!!!!!!

Wednesday, June 17, 2009

The Yankees Win!!!




We had tickets for last night's Yankee game against the Washington Nationals. It was a picture perfect evening! The weather was beautiful and we spent it with two very good friends, Debbie and Rip! The Yankees won and we were all so very happy!! This is a picture of the four of us from last night! Thanks guys for a great time!!!

Monday, June 15, 2009

Happy Birthday John & Ryan











Sunday, June 14th was John & Ryan's 9th birthday! Cannot believe how fast time flies. It seems like yesterday when God blessed us with two beautiful boys! They have brought so much joy into our lives! HAPPY BIRTHDAY JOHN & RYAN!!!!!

Karate Awards!!





























On Saturday, John & Ryan competed in their first karate competition. There were two different events in which they both participated. The first was combinations and blocks where they have to demonstrate the techniques they have learned in class. The second event was sparring where the boys wear the head gear and gloves. They score points by hitting the opponent in the head, chest or stomach. Each round they need to get three points. John placed first in sparring and third in combinations and Ryan placed first in combinations and third in sparring. They did awesome!!! They each won two medals along with trophies! We are so proud of you!! Congratulations!!!!!!

Friday, June 12, 2009

A Happy Belated Birthday!!






















Pete's birthday was May 5th, Cinco De Mayo...I had a barbecue for him with some close friends. Took some pictures and then lost my camera for a few weeks...so without further ado, here are some pictures from that day. Happy Birthday Honey!!!

Tuesday, June 2, 2009

Montauk with the boys










































































































Pete and I took the boys to Montauk this past weekend. It was Pete's vacation and we decided to take the boys out of school Thursday and Friday and then spend the rest of the week alone out in Montauk. Well, unfortunately, the weather didn't exactly cooperate on the days we had the boys out. It was cold, cloudy, nasty and even rained :( bummer.....there's not much to do in Montauk when it rains. So....we watched some TV, came up with creative games to play etc...On Thursday, the boys did get to play out on the beach. Pete helped them dig huge holes and took long walks together. On Thursday, there was a glimmer of 'sun' at the very end of the day and we actually dug our hole on the beach and Pete and the boys set up the bon-fire. We all sat together and toasted marshmallows and made our Smores - YUM!!! Nothing like melted chocolate on a crispy graham cracker with toasted marshmallows....it was a magical night...the boys all sat around with their big sticks giggling at how burnt they could get their marshmallows. I sat back in silence and watched my boys enjoy themselves, having fun and actually 'talking' with each other. It was an awesome night! The boys went home and then Pete and I enjoyed the rest of the weekend together. We spent all day Saturday on the beach enjoying the sun that finally decided to show it's face. Had dinner at Gosman's which I think is a bit over rated. Nevertheless, we just enjoyed being in the moment and being together. Thanks Pete for an amazing weekend. You mean everything to me!!