Blackhawks Gift from Russ and Jenny and Blu

Russ, Jenny (and I'm sure Blu had something to do with it) sent me a wonderful 2010 Chicago Blackhawks shirt, sticker and key chain! Thanks guys...and dog. Go Hawks!

More Birthday Fun!

Blowing out the candles

Dad on the Computer

16 Sprinkle Donuts

HAPPY 16th BIRTHDAY TAYLOR!!!

Today is Taylor's 16th birthday!! Wow! We can't believe he is 16 years old. It is amazing how quickly he grew up. He has turned out to be quite a wonderful young man. We are so proud of him. He has taken on many responsibilities since Tim has been gone to Afghanistan. We couldn't ask for a better son. Although Tim is far away, he skyped this morning as Taylor blew out his candles on 16 'sprinkled donuts' and opened a few of his presents. It won't be long now before he heads out to take his driver's test for his license. He's been busy with playing tennis, teaching tennis and he will be going for a few weeks to Hopes' Tennis Camp starting tomorrow. He is playing summer hockey a few nights a week and his team will be going to a tournament at the end of July. We've got to cram in a few days at the beach, too.

Happy 16th Birthday Taylor!! We hope this year is full of fun and adventure for you. Be careful as you drive out on the road by yourself--remember you will always be our 'little boy.'

Much love and kisses--Mom and Dad

HAPPY FATHER'S DAY

Taylor and I want to wish Tim a wonderful Father's Day! We appreciate your sacrifice and count the days that you will be home. We love you and miss you! Taylor is so lucky to have such a special man for a father. You love Taylor so much and I know you miss him terribly. I know that he misses just "hanging out" with you, too. Thanks for all your love and dedication to being such a great dad.

Happy Father's Day to all the dads, especially my dad and Tim's dad. We hope your Father's Day is fantastic!

Turner is quite the interesting dog! He seems to enjoy it when we dress him up or make him do funny things. What a character! He looks v-e-r-y smart, doesn't he?