Chris' creative side

Chris has quite the creative side when doing projects with the girls. Tonight's project was stick people made out of twisty ties. :) Good job honey!!!

A day at the park

I met a girlfriend at the park today to let the kids have a play date and picnic. The kids had a great time and I just loved how well her little boy Nicholas and our girls played together. He is such a cutie!!!

Our little girl turned 7 today!

Maddie just woke up, she was so excited that it was her birthday!
Ava, Grandpa Mike and Madeline
Madeline opening her present from Grandma and Grandpa Siler!

Really? 7? How does one year go by so quickly? I cannot believe our little Madeline is 7 years old today. I can still remember the day she was born like it was yesterday. Madeline has been such a joy and blessing in our lives. We have enjoyed raising her and teaching her and spending time with her. It just amazes me how much love you can feel for your own child, simply amazing.

We spent Madeline's birthday doing whatever it was that Madeline wanted to do. We started the day by going to the koi store and buying her a yellow fish for our koi pond that both of us have been wanting for a long time. Then she wanted to go to a bounce house for a few hours followed with going out to have Mexican for lunch. When the babies went for their nap, she wanted to play a few board games and also play a little Wii. For dinner she requested spaghetti, along with a chocolate cake with chocolate filling and icing. :) After dinner we went outside so Maddie could ride her new big girl bike! She was a little scared at first (because it is a bit to big for her) but after a little practice she is riding like a pro. :)

Happy July 4th!

Gavin, Madeline and Lucy watching fireworks.
Ummmm.. Don't show this one to papa yet! LOL
So cute!!!
Madeline, Kaitlyn and Gavin cooling down in the spa.
One of the happiest babies I have ever seen... Carson!
Dan and Teresa
My brother being loved by friend his Amber and his wife Chelsea
Amber and Chelsea
My mom and Chelsea


God Bless America!!! I am so proud to live in this country! What a wonderful day to celebrate!

The girls and I went over to my mom's tonight for a BBQ and fireworks. We had the whole gang there, it was so much fun!!! We all did miss Chris who was busy working at the fire station though. Today was also the girls first real 4th of July! The last two holidays they were actually sleeping before the party got started. They did really well after a little adjustment period to all the sounds. Maddie had a great time with her cousin Kaitlyn and their friend Gavin. I even caught Maddie and Gavin holding hands while watching fireworks, how cute!

Just some pictures for fun

The girls and I went to a friends kid friendly 40th B-day party
last week. All the guests were serenaded by a musical performance
by Madeline and her friend Delaney.
The girls enjoying a sucker pool side. :)
My little Lucy.... She has lots of spunk but absolutely NO style.
Ava playing dress up. She thought she was so cute when
she turned her head crooked.
Lucy's fancy dress.

The Redwood National State Park

Amazing, that about sums up this visit. I was in awe the entire the time looking at these trees! I can't get over how big they are!!!!

Horse back riding

Maddie's favorite thing to do it is ride horses. We decided that we would take her on a horse ride while we were in Brookings. Although I was quite skeptical, we also decided that we would let the twins come along. I am glad we did because they had a GREAT time!!! I have to admit, I too love horses, and one day we might actually get one. :)

Our favorite place to visit, the ocean!

We are going to build a vacation home near the beach!!!!!!

Path to the beach for a few walking minutes from our lot
View from street just a few houses away.
Our lot!!!!!

I can't even begin to say how excited I am about buying a lot in Brookings, OR for a vacation home. I love Brookings more than I thought I would. The people are so nice (a trend in OR perhaps?), and the beach is soooooo much fun. I can't wait to start building!! (in 3-4 years from now.) :)

Adding a few pics

We further explored Lithia Park yesterday and discovered some wonderful trails and beautiful relaxing spots. After our walk, we took the girls to ice cream. Lucy and Ava had a blast dancing to the man playing the drums and their dancing created quite a crowd. They loved all the attention and I'm sure them street musician enjoyed the extra cash. :)