The "Sleepover"

The sleepover buddies: Olivia, Emma, Gabby, Rose, Sarah, Megan & Maddie
In the tent - let's say they were in it a lot longer now vs. at 9pm when it was "scary dark!"
Running thru the sprinkler to cool off after our scavenger hunt!
Craziness after s'mores - dancing to...... who else? Hannah Montana or is it Miley Cyrus?

It was lots of fun, and I'm not just saying that. The girls were really good for me. I only had to ask them once to do anything. They were polite at the neighbors when asking for scavenger items, ate well, cleaned up & got along like champs. It took a bit to settle down, but I think they finally nodded off at 10:30. 4 of them had their big swim meet Saturday morning! They did great, thank goodness. Kids are very resilient as we all know.

The next two nights are going to be busy & FUN

I just got home from Shop & Save (nothing like a 10pm grocery shopping trip) buying goodies for Rosie's sleepover with 6 friends on Friday night. It is an 8 1/2 year old party (let's say that we postponed her birthday party until summer!) They are sleeping in a tent in our backyard. I bought all kinds of yummy food for the "Island Party." I will have lots of pictures to post! We will be doing MANY activities: scavenger hunt, hula hoop games, flip flop game, making tissue paper flowers, making frames, running thru sprinklers, watermelon spitting contest, etc. I may be insane (or will become insane during the evening) but I know it will be fun for the girls.

Tomorrow night we have our "end of softball season" party. We are just having pizza, playing a wiffle ball game (parents vs. daughters) & just celebrating a great season! I loved this team, and it was a great season. They were all so dedicated this year. It was a pleasure to coach them. Anyway, off to bed for me.....

Guess who broke her wrist???

We have never had a broken bone but now that streak is lost! Anna broke her wrist on the monkey bars Sunday night - she fell off the monkey bars & landed "funny" on her wrist. I knew right away it was more than a usual fall. It hurt her, but once we got ice on it, she felt better. Anyway, we waited until Monday afternoon to take her for x-rays because we thought it might just be a sprain. She did not use it but she said it didn't hurt, so I figured it might not be broke. I always assumed a break REALLY hurts, but that is not the case! Learn something new every day....

She won't let me take a picture yet, but I promise to get one anyway!!! Stay tuned....

I got the pic - a huge smile as usual! She is doing great & you wouldn't know it was broke the way she jumps around. She is even hitting with one arm! It is waterproof, thank goodness! She also has lots of signatures - she broke down & decided to have people sign her cast. What a good sport she is being. Thanks Anna for not complaining & rolling with the punches.

Fun times with Dad & Grandpa Carollo

Jo & Pete strumming the guitar! They do this a lot!!

Grandpa Carollo & Anna being silly with Jo - I love that belly laugh!

Spending time at Tilles Park!

Happy 21st Birthday Lauren!

I can't believe Lauren is 21! She is the oldest granddaughter, and she turned 21 on the 4th of July! Our little family went to the pool all day, and then Pete & I had dinner at Chevy's with everyone to celebrate Lauren's birthday. My mom & dad watched the kids as they did not want to go (they did not want to see Lauren get drunk - typical grandparents!) Lauren is so talented & beautiful - we are so proud of her!!! Lauren opening our gift! We bought her 21 different gifts (Mary - great idea!) She loved it!

Stephanie, Skip, Mary & I having margaritas (not Stephanie yet!)

We bought her a "chocolate cake" shot!! Go Lauren!

Guess who's 21?

Two beautiful sisters: Stephanie & Lauren

Under the Sea (at SummerQuest)

Rosie and Anna's 2nd play at SummerQuest had the theme "Under the Sea." Unfortunately, I could only attend Rosie's play due to work. Sometimes I'm not sure how much I'm at work versus running here & there with the kids. Sshhhh - don't tell anyone at work that I just said that! Ha Ha! Trust me, I put in time when no one is looking....

Rosie singing her song (with her class)! It was another entertaining performance! I loved it Rosie!