Wedding Day

Alexis & Shawn

Calli & Tyler

Mario & Rolando

Mario, Kelli, Josie, Hayde, Rolando

Chial

Chandler & Drea

Fun & Family

Susie, Hayde, & Josie

Sometimes you meet someone and you feel like you've always known them. That's how it is with these women. The first time I met them I felt an instant connection and family bond. They have welcomed me into the Alba clan with open arms. They make me smile and laugh until I think I'm going to pee my pants. 

They drove from Utah to Portland for Alexis' wedding. They were only here for two days, but there were late nights, lots of laughing, and shopping til I dropped. And it would be an understatement to say they had my back and gave me the support I needed to attend the wedding.

Car Accident.

Yes. It was her fault.
No. She was not texting.

So grateful she is safe.

You Might Think I Have A Problem

My girls came over to help me find an outfit to wear to my step-daughter's wedding. I was then looking for a pair of shoes and in order to find the ones I wanted I had to pull all the shoes out of my closet. The reality is, this isn't even all of them.

You might think I have a problem from looking at this mess. But my problem isn't what you think it is. I actually hate shoes.

I. Hate. Shoes.

I would rather wear no shoes or flip flops every day. I find shoes uncomfortable. They hurt my feet. I don't think they look right with my outfit. I think I have so many shoes because I'm always searching for the shoe that will fit. That will match. That won't hurt.

I think I'm going to try a new strategy. Stop buying cheap shoes. Stop buying cheap, used shoes at Red, White & Blue. Invest in a few GOOD QUALITY shoes that won't hurt my feet.

Like these:

I love my "new" Dansko's that I made my sister give to me. They are comfortable and go with many things. The RED is funky, fun and stylish. Going to go here and pick out a new pair pretty soon!

Last Child-First Day of High School

Hard to believe I only have four more years of making lunches, driving to football games, missing the bus and first day's of school. This girl has become such a delightful, generous, loving young woman. I am so proud of who she is and thankful that we had the summer together to hang out and have fun.