Football and Soccer Time!

Our little family is in full swing with fall sports. Owen chose to try flag football this season and Elizabeth is playing soccer with Daddy as coach. Owen's transition into full day first grade as well football practice and games was tough for him at first, but he has adjusted to the commitment level and schedule. He is really enjoying it now. Elizabeth has been a fantastic athlete from the start. And it doesn't hurt that her Daddy is the head coach. She is loving that part very much. On the parent side of things, it is so fun to watch our precious kids working hard and having fun. We are so proud of them. Check out the video clips of each of them playing this past weekend.

Auntie Joanna and Uncle Nick's Wedding!

Owen and Elizabeth have been counting down the days to Ciocia Z.'s wedding and it finally arrived on September 3, 2011. The wedding and reception were held at the absolutely gorgeous location of The Bella Victorian Vineyard in Camarillo,Ca. Jeremiah and I did not get as many location photos as we would have liked so you really don't get a feel for the setting from the pictures below. (Plus we forgot to take a pic of mommy and daddy together! We did get some amazing dancing in while Adam slept in the bridal room though.:)) Once we get more from family we'll have to post them. We would highly recommend this place for any special event.
My step-sister, Joanna was the ultimate wedding planner. She had everything under control and truly did an amazing job making her and Nick's day so special. Owen and Elizabeth loved being a ring bearer and flower girl along with their cousins as well. Aloha to Joanna and Nick! Hope you're having a fun honeymoon on the Big Island and blessings to you both on your new life as husband and wife! We love you!

We will miss you Matsushita Family!

The Matsushita family became our across the street neighbors several years ago when they moved here from Japan. They were only schedule to live here for a little while due to a work contract. The time has come for them to go back to Japan and we are so sad to see them go. Thank you for being such great friends and neighbors Matsushita Family. We will miss you all. Blessings and safe travels to you.