Happy Anniversary

WOW, 8 years ago we were taking the plunge, young and way in LOVE !! We were young and the odds were against us (according to today's society) but we had each other. Things have not always been perfect or are either of us (nor will they ever be) but we are a great team. We have a awesome relationship built on friendship, FUN and understanding. I never, never thought when we were dating that it would end up in marriage, OH how I was wishing that it would. I have been truly blessed and LUCKY to have Calvin as my husband, he is such a hard worker and will do everything to make sure we are taken care of. He can make me laugh when I want to cry, makes me smile when I am sad, and he is so positive and fun. I love him more today than I did then and will continue to be by his side, I would be lost without him. Thanks Calvin for loving me and sticking it out through 8 years, can't wait for another.... FOREVER.

Look how young we are, but aren't we cute!!

Our wedding was

AMAZING and BEAUTIFUL

thanks to my mother and mother-in-law they both worked so hard

I would do it all over again, Calvin he says no way, IF he was to do it all over he would say I DO then be gone.

(but we all know what they are thinking)

HAPPY ANNIVERSARY !! LOVE YA

Go DODGERS!!

About a month ago my Mom and Dad were planning a trip to go to LA and see a Dodgers game. Calvin has been wanting to go to a Major League game for years so...... when they asked if we wanted to go I decided to break down and take him, so we went along. We left early Friday morning and got to LA about 10:30. From the airport we went straight to Catalina Island, it is about a 1 hour boat ride we had a great time and it is an awesome little place. We spent the day walking around shopping, hanging out on the beach, coveting a few boats, EATING, and soaking up the sun!!! I would go back and stay on the Island next time. My camera lost all the pics (operator error) from the Island but here are a few on the boat ride back.

Waiting to get on the boat, to head back to Long Beach:(

Riding the boat back!!

The next morning we decided to go tour the cruise ship The Queen Mary. It has quite the history of being a ship to transport soldiers during WWII. We had a great time, Calvin and I had never been on any cruise ship so we were fascinated.

A random wedding on the Queen Mary, I thought it was a little weird but whatever floats your BOAT. HAHA

We also toured a submarine that was there, talk about claustrophobia, pretty sure I have no desire to live under the sea.

After the tour of the queen Mary we headed back to our Hotel to relax before the BIG game. Then around 4:00 we headed into LA to Dodger stadium. We got there early so we could look around a buy a few souvenirs. It was amazing and HUGE!!! I had no idea, we had awesome seats, Thanks to my DAD. We enjoyed a famous DODGER DOG and some CrackerJacks, we had to it's tradition right!!

Before the Game started.

Random pics of the game!!

Calvins favorite player!! He played for the OTHER team.... trader he is. (notice he is the only one without a Dodgers hat)


After the game we hung around for awhile, not wanting to go back!

I guess for all you baseball lovers this is a big deal !!

This was a sign up on the hillside it was all lite up and looked neat.

We had an amazing time it was a quick trip but lot's of FUN. It is a rare occasion when we get to go with my Dad and Mom and NO KIDS, so we laughed and had lots of great visits. Calvin and I could not believe how easy it was to fly and travel with no little ones, it saves a lot of time and you get places much quicker. We missed them greatly but know they are in great hands with their Aunt MEGGIE, thank you so much for watching the girls, they have just as much fun as we do. Thanks MOM & DAD for letting us come along with you. We had tons of FUN!!!!

POOL PARTY !!!

Monday night we had a POOL PARTY for Saige. We have some VERY generous neighbors that let us go swimming at their pool....it is amazing!! The pictures just don't do it justice. Thank You...Thank You so much for letting us enjoy your pool, Saige just loved it.

Kayli on the bigger slide!!

Look at all those kids, Grandma could hardly stand it !!

Grandma Pam and Cali !!

Just Enjoying!!

Saige and Addie on the little slide !!

More fun pics!

The whole group...both sides of the family and a

select few of AWESOME friends .

After swimming we headed back to our house for dinner, cake and ice cream and of course PRESENTS !!!

Saige opening her gifts, she had plenty of help.

Patiently waiting to blow out her candles!!

Finally a WISH and out they went! LETS EAT !!

Saige trying out a few of her new things, Sidewalk chalk from Hesston. She loves it but it turned into body chalk!!!

A SUPER CHEERLEADER dress-up from her friend Kamryn,

she really loves it!!

Saige would love to tell everyone THANK YOU so much for

coming to her party we had lots of fun!!!

My Little Girl is FIVE !!

Well five years ago today(june 30th) we welcomed Saige McKenzie Smart to our lives, after an attempt at a version (turning the baby, she was breech) which was unsuccessful we ended up with a c-section, so she came into this world butt first and screaming. She weighed in at 6lbs 8oz. and 191/2 inches long. She was AMAZING, lots of dark hair, dark skin, PERFECT, and I can still remember people commenting on her beautiful heart lips, which she still has. She has such an amazing zest for life and lives by her own rules!! She will try almost anything and is not afraid to try and try again. In her five years she has been and done more than I had until I was married. She does take after her mother with being a little accident prone, she has broke both arms and her collar bone, all in different falls. She loves to be her Daddy's little girl and Hunt, Fish, Camp, Farming, Horse Riding anything with her Dad. Calvin always said he doesn't need a little boy he has Saige. We love her very much and are forever blessed to have her part of our family her little sisters love her more than anything, Addison loves to tag along with Saige and MOST of the time Saige is okay to let her. Cali loves Saige to entertain her and tickle her, they get the giggles, which is so cute. She loves animals especially her DOG HAGEN they are best buddies and have always been. He watches out for her and she watches out for him!!

A few things we love about Saige.....

Her Smile she always has a big smile.

Her freckles I just love them.

Her genuine Thank You!!

Her big bear hugs!

Helping Hands, Very helpful!!

CUDDLES!! and CUDDLES the COW!

Fun loving SPIRIT!!

Sense of Humor, she comes up with

some pretty funny things.

Pretty big eyes.

Here are a few pictures of our little girl through the years.

Her first 4th of July she was just 5 days OLD !!

SMILE... SMILE...... 2mo. old

Just about ONE, Strawberry Days Baby Contest!! (she took 2nd:)

First day of Preschool !! The First year.

Helping Dad with the horses. 3years old.

Posing with MOMS big kill!! Isn't it a monster but she was proud.

Last week, she looks WAY to old. I would love to keep them little forever!!

HAPPY BIRTHDAY SAIGE, WE LOVE YOU!!!

We had a great birthday party and will post pics later.

The Wizard of OZ!!

Saige had her final Dance Recital on

Saturday June 14th

(Yeah, I am a little SLOW) they did "The Wizard of Oz" it was so cute and she did a great job, she will continue to dance in the fall.

She already can't wait to go back.

Our Little LION !!

Isn't she cute.

Her Class.

Saige breathing a sigh of relief now that she was done, she gets pretty nervous to go on the BIG stage as she would call it.

She was so excited to see everyone who came and cheered her on, she has quite the cheering section (should have got a picture)!!

Cousin Kayli brought her flowers and so did Ana (friend) she was thrilled thanks everyone for all you support she really loved it.

Proud parents we are so happy for her

and love to see the joy and pride

she has after she is done.

I would be terrified, so she does better than me!

Great Job Saige and can't wait until next year.

Afterwards we went for a little dinner

and Ice cream to celebrate

at one of Saige's favorite places

TACO AMIGO Gotta love it!!