I Believe

I read this today and thought it was worth sharing:


A Birth Certificate shows that we were born

A Death Certificate shows that we died

Pictures show that we lived!

Have a seat . Relax . . . And read this slowly..



I Believe...
Just because two people argue,
it doesn't mean they don't love each other.
And just because they don't argue,
it doesn't mean they do love each other.

I Believe...
We don't have to change friends if
we understand that friends change.

I Believe..
No matter how good a friend is,
they're going to hurt you every once in a while and
you must forgive them for that.

I Believe...
True friendship continues to grow, even over
the longest distance..
The same goes for true love.

I Believe..
You can do something in an instant
that will give you heartache for life.

I Believe...
That it's taking me a long time
to become the person I want to be.

I Believe...
You should always leave loved ones with loving words.
It may be the last time you see them.

I Believe...
You can keep going long after you think you can't.

I Believe...
We are responsible for what we do, no matter how we feel.

I Believe...
Either you control your attitude or it controls you.

I Believe...
Money is a lousy way of keeping score.

I Believe...
My best friend and I, can do anything, or
nothing and have the best time.

I Believe...
Sometimes the people you expect to kick you when you're down,
will be the ones to help you get back up.

I Believe...
Maturity has more to do with what types of experiences you've had
and what you've learned from them and
less to do with how many birthdays you've celebrated.

I Believe..
It isn't always enough, to be forgiven by others.
sometimes, you have to learn to forgive yourself.

I Believe...
No matter how bad your heart is broken
the world doesn't stop for your grief.

I Believe...
Our background and circumstances may have
influenced who we are, but.
we are responsible for who we become.

I Believe...
Two people can look at the same
thing and see something totally different.

I Believe...
Your life can be changed in a matter of
hours by people who don't even know you.

I Believe...
Even when you think you have no more to give,
when a friend cries out to you -
you will find the strength to help.

I Believe...
Credentials on the wall do not make you a
decent human being.

I Believe...
You should send this to all the people
you believe in, I just did.

'The happiest of people don't necessarily have the best of everything;
they just make the most of everything.

Joshua Tree

We decided to go on a family hike last weekend. This was Alyssa first official time in the baby backpack. William freaked out and insisted that we also put him inside of a backpack. Luckily for him, we do have two. It took quite a bit of convincing but he finally did get down and walk for a while. Briana was obsessed with climbing up on the rocks. She did very well with all of the hiking and only got stuck a few times.

Family Shot

Look who is ready to go!


I had a difficult time climbing with Alyssa on my back. It wasn't so much the extra weight as it was the feeling of being off-balance. I didn't really want to chance a fall and opted to stay on level ground. So, this was the best shot I could get!

Posing for the camera

Yes,it is uncomfortable having her on my back, but holding her would have been far more difficult!

Valentine's Day Cookies

The kids had so much fun making Christmas cookies so why not continue with cookies on Valentine's day. I got one package of sugar cookie dough and some red sprinkles. I also wanted to get a heart shaped cookie cutter but that didn't really pan out. So I made each heart shape by hand and the kids really didn't mind! Unfortunately, they heart shape didn't last after the cookies were done baking. . . oh well! The kids had a great time decorating and that's what really counts.

Cupcake Anyone?

The West Coast Whoopie Pie place is located in Calimesa and makes for a great field trip for the kids. The owner, Alissa, is great with kids!! She is so patient with all the little ones and walks them through her bakery. The kids enjoy looking at the large baking ovens and freezer. Once the tour is over, it's time to decorate!! Each child gets their own cupcake to decorate with valentine's day candy.


Me and the kids!


William has to sample the candy while decorating his cupcake.

Posing for the camera.

Maybe next year baby, maybe next year!

Bolsa Chica State Beach

We went camping at Bolsa Chica State beach this weekend for the first time. The weather was a bit cool and it wasn't the best beach for swimming or playing in the water. So, I only got a few shots of the kids on the beach. I still prefer Silver Strand when it comes to camping at the beach!