Jessie's Birthday at the GAP

July 27, 2008
Today was Jessie's first birthday party. He had a great shindig at the Gauche Aquatic Park (GAP). Believe it or not, I hadn't taken Gannon to the GAP yet. Well, as we assumed, he loved every aspect of the park. He had a smile plastered across his face the entire time we were there. Happy Birthday Baby Jessie...and thanks for the fun day!

San Francisco Weekend

July 18, 2008
This morning we woke-up and headed to Sausalito for brunch. Rich needed a great meal before his fight - we went to one of our favorites (Scoma's...yum!).

It was so wonderful to see some of our very old and dear friends, Will and Jen. They now live in Santa Rosa and were able to come to the city and hang out with us and watch Richard's fight.

Now - the fight. I'm sad to say that my husband didn't win this bout. His nose was broken. His opponent was tough and much bigger than he was, which isn't unusual for Richard's opponents (they seem to only be getting bigger and bigger). The ref stopped the fight in the second round because he thought Rich was being hurt and wasn't able to defend himself accordingly. Rich was so upset with the ref because his strategy was to wear his opponent down and the ref didn't let that happen. As the wife - I'm just glad that once again my handsome husband is alright!

Weigh-in's

July 17, 2008
Dad, Rich and I traveled to San Francisco for the weekend - Rich has a fight at the Kezar Pavillion. Today he had weigh-in's...his opponent is a beast; a big boy

Wall-E

July 12, 2008
This evening, Richard and my Dad attended a fight in Placerville to support one of Richard's friends that had a bout. While the men were gone, my Mom and I took Gannon to see the movie Wall-E...what a sweet and wonderful movie this was! The film was about the beautiful power of love, but also touched on an unexpected cautionary tale of the potential impact of humans irresponsibility and lazy behavior. A wonderful little movie - great for children and adults alike!!!

Fourth of July!!!

July 4, 2008

We began the day by celebrating America's birthday while attending the City of Yuba City's Freedom Parade. This is our second year participating and I truly think that this year was better than last! This parade is such a sweet event - imagine hundreds of children riding their bikes, wagons or scooters down Plumas Street to the Town Center...but what tops it off is the fact that all of the bikes, wagons and scooters are decorated in red, white and blue. People line the street and watch the children. This is a wonderful event to start a great day!!! At the end of the parade are fire trucks, which all children love, hot dogs and birthday cake. Thanks Yuba City for this event. Check out photos of Gannon and his friends at this festive event below.

After the parade and lunch, Mommy, Daddy and Gannon spent the afternoon in our swimming pool. Once Gannon became especially water logged, he napped while we watched a movie. When Gman woke up we went to Grandma and Grandpa's to enjoy a yummy dinner and fireworks with Great Grandma and Aunt Nena.


Gannon still dislikes fireworks. Oh well! And so sorry that we didn't make it to the neighborhood party...the day simply got away from us.

Water Day!

July 3, 2008

Gannon was especially excited to go to school today...because today is water day! Gannon loves water day. When I put on his swim suit and packed him a beach towel this morning, he really started to go crazy. Once he was dressed, he was really for his breakfast and wanted to brush his teeth so he could get to school! There was no down time this morning...it was all about doing what he had to do so he could get to school to get wet with his friends.

Patriotic Decorations...

July 1, 2008
Gannon assisted Daddy this past weekend in getting our home red, white, blue and ready for America's birthday.

Since swimming lessons - Gannon has been in love with red licorice. It is his favorite treat. He has never really enjoyed sweets (even ice cream), but he'll do just about anything for red licorice.

Mid*Valley Mama

June 2008

A long-time family friend of Richard's and over-all great woman, Jennifer, founded a WONDERFUL local magazine called Mid*Valley Mama. The quarterly magazine features contributor's and mother's that are local to the Yuba-Sutter-Colusa area. I truly love this publication and I encourage all Mommy's in this area to subscribe to this great local resource!!!

I am honored to have been a part of the Summer 2008 issue as a contributor, and I am a proud Mama because my little Gannon was photographed and featured in the issue. He is so adorable!

Also, if you pick-up the Summer 2008 issue - also note the advertisement on page 25 that highlights the fact that our new Gauche Aquatic Park is a smoke-free and healthy place to take our children in the Yuba-Sutter area.

Bride and Groom Wedding Reception

June 28, 2008
This evening was Becky and Dean's local reception. It was so much fun to get ready with the girls (you can imagine the giggles and comments!) and to celebrate the Scott's vows all over again.

Bottom line: Gannon had an unbelievable time. He was able to spend the evening with his friends and the flower girl, Reagan, who he fell in love with in Hawaii...and she loved him right back. They danced the night away. Puppy love already?!

Pictured above - the wedding party: me, Jenni and Cathy

Last Day of Swimming Lessons

June 26, 2008

The best part of swim lessons - being with friends.
The yummiest part of swim lessons - red licorice earned after every lesson.
The worst part of swim lessons - having Mommy coat with me sunscreen lotion every day!

More Swimming

June 24, 2008

What a difference a week makes! My little guy is becoming a big boy swimmer. FRAC - here we come!!!

First Day of Summer

June 20, 2008

Summer equals lazy warm evenings spent in the pool and lying in the hammock, the smell of fresh tomatoes from the garden, watching Gannon run and giggle in the sprinklers, delicious fruit from the Farmer's Market and the creation of wonderful family memories.

Swimming Lessons

June 16, 2008
Today was Gannon's first day of swimming lessons. I signed him up through his school to take semi-private lessons - only three 3-year old's per class. And knowing that the class was being taught by Miss Nikki was a no brain-er for me because Gannon loves Miss Nikki. And to top it off...Gannon had class with his best buddy, Mr. Chase!

I must admit that Gannon was pretty apprehensive of the water at his first lesson, which is totally opposite of his attitude when he's in his own pool with his Daddy (think run and jump or cannon ball). I'm very proud to say that although his facial expressions were those of MAJOR concern - Gannon didn't cry once. I could tell that my baby was growing up and I was so impressed to witness him push himself to be brave and perform, even though I could tell he was a bit frightened. Way to go G!

He pulled through his first lesson very well. He blew bubbles, puppy paddled, got safe, scutched, rocket shipped, and fetched rings all in one half-hour. He remained brave the entire time.

I was amazed at his attitude about swimming this time around. I signed us up for the Mommy and Me swim lessons through the Parks and Recreation Department two years ago and he had a blast. Today, was the first time that he has been in the water without his Mommy and Daddy, and the first time he was expected to swim on his own - I'm excited to watch him learn to swim...I think he'll do great!