Carol's 70th

We sure did celebrate a lot of b-day's in March (Mom (Jan), Mike, Pat, and Maggi) and then on April 1st was Carol's 70th. This past weekend, the entire Ringrose family took a trip down to Ocean City to celebrate her b-day. We rented two houses not far from the beach. We all had such a wonderful time which included hours in the sunshine.

On our way down. Thank goodness for DVD's.

Happy Birthday Grandma!!!!

Papa Phill and Grandma Carol.

Cora, Grandma, and Nicholas

Phillip and Tristan

Phillip and Staci

Maggi's 40th

I am a little late posting this. Not last weekend, but the weekend before, Mike through a surprise b-day party for Maggi at Cheer's West. We (Maggi, Staci, Di, and I) started at the beach. One way or another, we talked Maggi into going up to Cheers. Little did she know that family and friends were waiting for her at the front door. Tears fell from her eye's as everyone yelled "Surprise". Thank you to all that were able to attend. I don't have any pictures from the party (Cuz Deb, please send me a few) here are a few from the beach.

Friends

Last night Nicholas and Mark Nino came over for dinner (BBQ Salmon). The boys have so much fun together. Tristan was so happy when he found out that they had the same pj's. Now all I have to do is buy Canyon a pair. It's been fun watching them grow up together. It's hard to believe that they are almost the same age when Mark and I met (many, many, years ago).

Portland Trip

Yesterday we went with the Nino's to Portland to watch "March Madness". UW lost, but Gonzaga won. We had so much fun. Aunt Staci watched the boys so that we could stay over night. Thank you guys for a wonderful time. Here's to our next trip!!!

McDonalds

Aunt Staci gave the kid's Nicholas' old McDonalds play set. They have so much fun pretending to serve each other food. I did not realize how many pieces came with the set. Oh my goodness. Oh well, it keeps them busy.

Eating with Uncle Mike

Mr. Canyon loves to eat with his Uncle Mike. However, there is no "funny business" at the Ostrander table.

Madalyn Rose

Last weekend Madalyn and I got to hang out for a few hours. It was only the two of us (no boys in sight). She let me paint her nails and then we watched a movie. I just love having her in my life. I can't wait to take her shopping.

Diana's Baby Shower

Yesterday we had a baby shower for Diana. We had so much fun. Di and Brian received a lot of awesome gifts. We can't wait to meet Jaxson.
You guys are going to be wonderful parents. We are so excited for you. Here's to a healthy baby and a safe delivery.
Melinda and family

Happy Birthday Uncle Mike!!!

Before I was a Mom....

Before I was a Mom, I never tripped over toys or forgot words to a lullaby. I didn't worry whether or not my plants were poisonous. I never thought about immunizations.
Before I was a Mom, I had never been puked on. Pooped on. Chewed on. Peed on. I had complete control of my mind and my thoughts. I slept all night.
Before I was a Mom, I never held down a screaming child so doctors could do tests. Or give shots. I never looked into teary eyes and cried. I never got gloriously happy over a simple grin. I never sat up late hours at night watching a baby sleep.
Before I was a Mom, I never held a sleeping baby just because I didn't want to put her down. I never felt my heart break into a million pieces when I couldn't stop the hurt. I never knew that something so small could affect my life so much. I never knew that I could love someone so much. I never knew I would love being a Mom.
Before I was a Mom, I didn't know the feeling of having my heart outside my body.. I didn't know how special it could feel to feed a hungry baby. I didn't know that bond between a mother and her child. I didn't know that something so small could make me feel so important and happy. Before I was a Mom, I had never gotten up in the middle of the night every 10 minutes to make sure all was okay. I had never known the warmth, the joy, the love, the heartache, the wonderment or the satisfaction of being a Mom. I didn't know I was capable of feeling so much, before I was a Mom .

Mom's 60th

On Sunday we all went out to dinner to the Lobster Shop for Mom's 60th. Aunt Jean and Uncle Rick drove over from Spokane. Mom was so surprised. Aunt Jean - don't forget to send me the pictures (I forgot my camera).

Mom - thanks for all that you do. We love you very much.

Love - Melinda, Phillip, Tristan, and Canyon

More pictures of Madalyn's birthday

A few new pictures

Canyon finally got a hair cut

Good night boys

Happy 3rd Birthday Sissy!!! We love you.

Nicholas Nino stopped by for a visit.

Yes, I know, Valentine's Day is over...I will update the background when I get to it:)

Congratulations Jimmy and Kristina

Jimmy finally popped the question and Kristina said yes!!! Can't wait for the big day.
These pictures are from this past weekend. Happy Birthday Kristina!!!

Superbowl

Thank you Chris and Larissa for having us all over last weekend. We had a wonderful time.

Nicholas Nino

Uncle Mike and Meghan

Talor and Sophie

Troy and Tori

Smiles

My boys maybe wild little Indians, however sometimes they can act like little angels.

I just love them so much.