First Day of School.

First day of 2nd grade (CRAZY!!) I missed taking her this year because of work. I was so sad because I have always been there. This year its a new school and I wanted to be there and comfort her. Tony was able to go-it was his first time. She is going to school with Max and Ben so Nik and Shelby were there too. She got a new bike for her birthday so they all got to ride their bikes. Paisley's bike is a little big and we made the mistake of putting her in a skirt. Luckily she had some little stretch shorts on underneath. Shelby hiked up her skirt after she fell about 3 times. I can already tell this is going to be a fun year. Nik is so active with the school so she will help me get involved in the school function. She looked so cute. She loved her first day and is already fitting in great. Can't wait for soccer and t-ball!

family...

while in san diego matt took our family photo. it has been a while, but these two photos are priceless. I LOVE MY FAMILY!! "we may not have it all together, but together we have it all!"

C-A-L-I-F-O-R-N-I-A!!

What more can I say about this magical place?? A week in CA is the absolute best. Whatever worry or stress I may be going through disappears when I am here. It has been a couple of years since we have all gone as a family. The 6 year olds (Paisley, Lucy, Ben, Soren and Thane) are older and easier. So this year was really enjoyable. We had one cloudy day and the rest was perfect. Each time we go we eat so good. Every family creates a meal. This year we celebrated Father's Day. It was so nice. We took Paisley to Sea World. It was fun. A little pricey for my liking, but Shamu was so neat. We went twice with our tickets. It is so nice to just relax and spend time with family. We laugh, we cry, we eat and we have fun what more can you ask for. Not sure we will go again next year, but I hope. A break from reality is the best. This year Ty took all the pictures. He really captured some great moments. I love this place.

Dear San Diego,

Thanks for the escape. The weather was fantastic. The company was wonderful. We love you. Can't wait for the next time.

xoxo,

Teele family

I know I stole that from Nie Nie! I just love her.

Summer Days!

(Photo by Uncle Matt)

This summer Paisley has done so much. She was in swim lessons with Aunt Nikkii. She now knows how to do the chicken-star-rocket, butterfly, dolphin, freestyle, breaststroke, and she made me say this the frog stroke. A stroke she made up on her own. She read 20 books. She went to the movies every Wednesday. She went to the zoo. She went to Sunsplash, Big Surf and Basha pool. She had numerous sleepovers. She got to go to football camp in Showlow for the day and practice with the football players. She had a week in San Diego. She had a photo session with Uncle Matt. She met new friends and TP'd her first house. Seriously could she be any more spoiled. Thank you for everyone who contributed to the greatest summer ever.

DAD!

I don't think you read these. I don't think you have the time. You are such a busy person you make president look lazy. I am so blessed to call you may dad. Paisley is so lucky you are her grandpa. We love you so much. Happy late birthday. I know you were driving home from paradise on you actual birthday, but I hope during all the hard work you were able to enjoy yourself. Fish a little, nap a little, eat a little. Thank you for all you have done the last few months with helping our family. You deserve more than we could ever give. We love you! Happy (1 month late) Birthday.

TYLO!

I know I am late. Way late!! I am glad I don't have the pressure Nik has on the Birthday posts. Happy belated birthday. You are an awesome brother. My favorite memory of you is seeing you across campus at Mountain View and you would throw a piece sign to me. I swear I was the coolest girl at the school. I have always been so proud to call you my brother. I just think you are so great. You kick butt at everything you do. You married the PERFECT girl and have the cutest dang kids. You deserve everything you have because you have worked so hard for it. I love you brother. Happy (2 months late) Birthday!!

Catch up!

So much has happened this summer. I haven't had the chance to blog. The biggest news is that Tony was laid off again in June. It has been rough. We continue to manage thanks to our wonderful families. Its a tough economy especially the job market. I am so greatful to have a job that is doing well and is not effected by the mess going on in the world. As a result we are moving closer into town. The next few months we are going to stay with Tony's mom who is also struggling. We will help each other. We have enrolled Paisley into school with her cousins Max and Ben. Nikkii has taken Paisley as if she was her own. She might even let me go to Parent/Teacher conference. I am so thankful for my sisters who have stepped up and helped with Paisley. Paisley had the best summer E-V-E-R!! Thanks to them. OK so I will be posting a few things that made us happy over the last couple months:)

Precious Paisley!!

Happy Birthday my love. Your daddy and I love you so so so much. We can't believe that you are 7 today. We enjoy you each and every day. You are such a special little girl. You are the only girl I know that plans her birthday party 8 months in advance. We love your letters and drawings. We are so proud of you. You are smart, beautiful and a ball of energy. You are loved by all. Happy Birthday our sweet little girl.