Start of Summer 2008!

One of our most favorite events of the year - Start of Summer! This year we had a great time - the parade, fireworks, the rides - and don't forget the elephant ears! The kid's had a blast but were extremely tired by the fireworks on Saturday - we ended up watching them from our car! What a blast!

Angels! Don't be fooled - they didn't stay in this position for long. This was the end of the night on Saturday, right before the fireworks!

Riding the motorcycles - she didn't really love it the first couple of rounds but learned to love it.

Riding the fastest carousel ever - Lauren, you did warn us!

So ready to leave.

The Becker's at the end of the night Saturday - still looking hot!

CAUTION: NOT for the emotional

Before getting on to the purpose of this entry, I am asking that if you are an emotional person like me, read the blog below with caution!! You have been warned.
I have spent the last two hours crying like a baby and praying for answers and healing for the person, family and friends mentioned in the blog below. This story ripped my heart out and threw it out and then stomped on it a few times. The reason I am posting it is because the city of Holland is hosting a benefit tomorrow evening for this family. Participating stores in the downtown area will be donating proceeds from tomorrow evening's (6 PM to close) sales to the family. If you are free and would like something to do that will help benefit a obvious good cause, please shop at some of the great stores in downtown Holland. Some stores that I have visited and would highly recommend are: Treehouse Books, JB and Me & Twinkle Toes - and these are just some of the few.
AGAIN - please read with caution and don't yell at me if you cry and get depressed. Just pray for these people!!
www.whenhellomeansgoodbye.blogspot.com

My Baby's One!!!

Charlie turned 1 on June 5th! I honestly can not believe that a year has passed! Charlie is almost walking full-time but still a little hesitant.

We had a blast celebrating his birthday and my sister's baby, Madison's, 3rd birthday, this past Saturday at our house. The little pool and slip and slide were a huge hit with the kids. You can see from the pictures that Charlie loved his cake! I don't think we have found a food that he doesn't like yet! Thank you everyone for celebrating with us and enjoying the day!

I love you Charlie Monkey!

Charlie is obsessed with throwing the ball! It'll keep him busy for hours!

Mac - half slip n' slide half baseball!

Donovan (my nephew) showing the kids how it is done!

Ella and Jayce Cooper enjoying the slip n' slide

Papa and Charlie

Madison blowing out the candles - look at Reagan in the background. She doesn't enjoy NOT being the center of attention.

MMMmmm... This is so good!

Love it!

Tobin, Jayce Cooper and Charlie - Rebekah and Meghan - picture this in about 15 years - we're in trouble!