Wednesday, July 22, 2009

The Sleepover!

Mikey and Mia have had cousins sleepover, but this was the first time they had a slumber party with a friend. They swam, played, went to a Concert in the Park and played more. They had so much fun. If it were up to him, Mikey would have Cassie over every day. She is his best gal pal and it is so cute to see how excited he is around her.

Cassie & Mia in the jacuzzi


They had fun on the teeter totter. Cassie pushed with so much force, both Mikey and Mia flipped off. They LOVED it!

The FUN DIP KING

Enjoying the concert (Really, they were just being good so they could open all that candy.)

Being CHEESY

The PUSH POP GIRLS!

Daddy's Girl

Just being silly for me


Crazy Roo!

They were done with the pictures and ready to PLAY

Preparing for BATTLE



Boy did they go at it...


TRANSFORM & ROLL OUT!

They got finger lights at the concert, so they palyed in the pitch dark for a bit. Every now and then someone would run out of the room screaming. I was amused. Mike's ears hurt.



Mikey & Cassie didn't want to leave Mia out so they opted to sleep in the game room. The moment they woke up, they were at it again. I can't believe the energy they have. Mikey had so much fun with Cassie, they planned another sleepover at her house.

THE RIVER!!

Everyone knows how much we LOVE the RIVER!! So far we have gone twice, but with Mike's recent surgery, we have to cancel anymore trips until August.

Our first trip was with the Mullings and Holmes families. The second trip was with the Mullings family. We met up with my brothers and dad also. Both trips were so much fun. I can't wait to go again!

THE BOWENS!!!


My Babies and Me


Cassie & Mia on the Banana Boat


Dancing Roo

Cassie & Mikey's Water Gun War


Julie & Me


Daddy & Mikey



Purvi, Julie & Me


Mike & Bryan


The Girls!

Thank you Julie, for taking all of the pictures and sharing them with me!!

PS. Next time take pictures of me WAKEBOARDING... XOXOX

Wednesday, July 15, 2009

The Angel Game!


Go Angels!!



To start our summer, Mike was excited to take us to an Angel game. Mike just decided to send an email to our Eastvale neighbors to ask if anyone had tickets for sale and low and behold he got a quick response. Not only were the tickets cheap, our seats were GOOD. So we got ready and went to the game that night!
In the past, this has been a doozey because someone gets restless, so our fingers were crossed.










Mikey wanted to catch a ball so bad. It was too cute!
The night was a success! We danced during the 7th Inning Stretch and cheered the Angels on all night. Mikey & Mia enjoyed ice cream and lots of snacks. Mia even liked the fireworks. She was so proud that she didn't get scared.
After the game, I told Mikey and Mia that Nino John & Gary like the Dodgers. Mikey thought that was funny. He said, "What? They're so crazy!"

A few weeks after our family trip, Mikey took Mike to another game for Father's Day.
They had a nice boys night out.
Happy Father's Day Daddy!

Mia's Big Night!

Mia's Recital

Mia has been in Tap and Ballet since February. She absolutely loves it. Everyday after school, she asks if it's time for dance. On Friday, June 26, Mia performed in her very first recital. Her Nina, Nino, Christian, G-ma Linda, Nana, Grandma's friend, Mikey, Daddy and Mommy came to cheer her on!


The theme of Mia's dance was flower garden. She was a red flower.



Daddy & Dancer Roo




Mommy, Mia & Mikey before the recital





Nana drove ALL THE WAY DOWN to watch Mia from Ridgecrest. While Grandma came just weeks after her big surgery. Mia is so blessed to have such supportive and loving grandmas.

Miss Kaylee & Mia

Miss Kaylee was Mia's dance teacher. She worked with little ones from 2.5-4 years old. As a teacher, I thought I had patience, but she was amazing. Miss Kaylee did a wonderful job.

Overall the recital was amazing. I started to cry shortly after we sat down and didn't stop until it was over. I was a wreck. Thankfully the lights were off. When Mia's class went up to perform, she started off slow, but when she saw us she happily waved, shouted "HI!" then started to dance. I LOVE being the mommy of a Little Dancer Roo.




Monday, July 6, 2009

Take me out to the Ball Game!


GO TIGERS!!!


T-ball has been over for about a month, but I couldn't resist posting Mikey's T-ball pictures. We had a rough start, but Mikey eventually loved playing. He developed a love and knack for the game so quickly. I think I cried while watching on more than one occasion.
Mike and I were so proud.

Mikey Bowen: #6




"It's outta here!"




Racing for the ball.

Running to third!


When we first started, Mikey was a bit clumsy and Mike and I would laugh on the side lines. For some reason he loved to fall whenever he tried to get the ball. I was relieved when falling became sliding. It was a fun experience for all of us!