Stone Age Rock Gym

It's almost the middle of April! Andrew's birthday party was a success!! Kids had a blast. Andrew has been enjoying his trampoline. Afterwards we got together with family. Had lots of laughs. Nothing like catching up with family and having a blast! Easter's in another two weeks...already started the shopping for goodies! The weather isn't all that great! But let's not complain and be greatful, look at Japan and all that their enduring. God Bless the Japanese people. Still working on the kitchen and hoping that by Easter it will be all done

Yah Spring (Not)!!

Well March certainly went out like a lion!! Bad weather and some snow. Busy here as usual yesterday our Superstar turned 19! Feeling older as I look at my girls and see how grown they both are. Sabrina had a blast last weekend she went out to NYC with Tim and Taylor to meet up with her cousin Iley and friends. They had a great time celebrating her birthday in NYC!! Sabrina brought back home a delicious Juniors Strawberry Cheesecake. Looking forward to this weekend, we're celebrating Andrew's 9th birthday at the Stone Age Rock Gym in Manchester. Looking forward to spending some time with family from NY. Well Spring has sprung, not looking forward to April showers, which have already begun. It's raining today and the foreceast is calling for quite a bit of rain for this coming week. Oh well I suppose April shower will bring those beautiful May flowers. Planning a vacation...actually booked a little vacation, but in the meantime other important events have come to play, we shall see how this will all pans out. The joys of having a big family!! Trying to get the outside ready for Spring. Home projects seem to be taking up a lot of time. Angel's been working on the kitchen and that in itself is exciting.

Our Baby's "9"

On 3/16 our little guy Andy turned 9! The years have certainly gone by so quickly. Brought him here to live in CT when he was only 4 months old. Looking forward to Andy's birthday party on the 1st week in April at Stone Age Rock Gym. Bittersweet day on 3/19 my dearly beloved Grandma's birthday. A day that I shall never forget and will always honor as long as I have breath. This women was not ony a Grandma but a mother to Nilsa and I. She will be My Grandma My Hero! I thank her for the woman that I am today, she taught us to love unconditional, to forgive and above all to help others.

Hannah's Birthday

Well I can't say that the snow here in New England has stopped..honestly not much just flurries every now and then and maybe once an inch or two. Much of the snow here has melted. We had quite a bit of rain on Sat and on Sunday it was terrential. Many floodings in CT. More rain
on Thursday. It seems like the snow pattern will be ending, and sping is around the corner. April showers bring May flowers...rather have rain than snow :). On Saturday Angel along with our 3 youngest, and Tristan in tow headed out to NJ to my cousin Yvette & Eddie's house. They were having a Princess party for their little Princess Hannah. What a beautiful little girl!! She greeted us at the door and told us her name was Princess Hannah and her mom was Princess Mommy, Too Cute!! There also we saw my brother David with his family, My sister Jenn & Jenna, and my cousin Mari, Tito and their family. We had a wonderful time. All the girls were dressed as a Disney Princess. Miss those days when our girls were little. Looking forward to our Andy's Birthday on March 16.

Lyman Orchards and Tristan's 3rd Birthday

On Sat Angel, Andrew and I headed out to Winterfest at Lyman Orchards. The Siberian Husky are a beautiful breed of dog. Very friendly too. We then when on to see the Ice Carving Contest...what an art!! These men are quite talented. I was surprise at the different tools they use to create these ice sculptures. The theme this year was circus. A Happy Birthday to my cousin Yvette's daughter Hannah. Tristan and Hannah are three days apart. We celebreated Tristan's birthday on Monday the 28th. Small celebration here at home with grandparents, aunties and uncles. Tristan is such a little character, he walked in and we yelled surprise he was just too cute. Early that morning when he woke up his mom wished him a Happy Birthday and his response was where are my balloons, cake and presents? Hard to believe that March is here. Times sure does go by quickly. Thirty one years ago yesterday Angel and I started dating. Angel was 15 and I was 16. It seems that the days are getting sunnier, but still cold and windy. Looking forward to Spring!!

February coming and going sooo fast.

Well it's been an interesting winter...heard on the news today that since 12/25 it's snowed every week in CT. It's been an absolute mess. Lots of snow, ice and sleet storm. Many roofs and building collapsing. Quite scary, last week before another storm we had the roof raked and the driveway cleaned out. Scary to watch those guys on 14 feet ladders raking snow off of roofs. So many school closings and hubby working from home. It's great having them all home, nice and warm. Although it means more cooking and cleaning...but then again it's all about My Family. Lots of thinking lately and feeling blessed. No of course things aren't perfect in my world, but I'm happy and content and God is strength! Children are sooo funny and just amazing our son Andrew storms into our bedroom the other night, we're sleeping and I guess I was on Angel's side of the bed, it looked as though Angel was falling off the bed. My little guy yells out Mom are you trying to push Dad off the bed, are you trying to break his other arm? So cute, so innocent and so serious...Angel and I had to burst out laughing. These are the moments to treasure. Andrew is such a character..such a smart little guy!! He's been chosen to be one of the co-editors for the school newspapaper. Such a responsible little fella he gets up early twice a week to meet with his team at school. On another note Angel and I went into NY to help Jenn with her moving...very sad time for me! I can only imagine what she's going through, what's on her mind? Wish my sis were a little more open. I love her to pieces, gosh at times I feel so responsible for her..my little sister if I could shelter her from all. Unfortunately we all experience ups and downs in our lives. Wish I could take on all of my loved ones burdens. But then again that's me. All I can do is pray and ask God to give us all the knowledge, wisdom and strenght to endure all that comes our way. Tristan 3rd birthday is almost here, time sure does go by quickly...it seems as though he was just born the other day. For all of those who aren't grandparents yet...It's just unexplicable!! I love him more than words can ever say. Well I guess it's that time of the year again, where birthdays and accomplishments are celebrated..nothing like family and family time.

Jan 2011

Wow, it's been two weeks since I last blogged. Promised myself that I wouldn't neglect it this year. So here we go. It's been a hell of a winter...it has snowed quite a bit...with much accumulations. The boys have had 5 snow days already. Looks like they probably will not have a recess in April. There's been a football frenzy at our home...Angel has managed to get Andrew hooked on football...this child loves the game. To our surprise he's a New England Patriots fan. Had a bittersweet day at home on the 16th when the New England Patriots faced the New York Jets. Of course the New York Jets went on to defeat the Pats. Unfortunately the Pittsburg Steelers defeated the New York Jets and will be facing off with the Greenbay Packers at the Super Bowl this year. Looking forward to Super Bowl Sunday. Rooting for the Packers!! Go PACKERS!!! It was nice having famly over. Nacho,Jessica and their family along with Cooky, Ieana and Jenn came down to CT for a weekend. Their son Jordan's birthday wish was to spend his weekend with Andrew at Coco Key Indoor Water Resort. Quite an interesting water park. Funny to see some in their swim suits and others in their winter clothing. Tristan and Andy had an awesome time. Sabrina also had a great time. Aaron of course didn't want to come along. Oh boy what a week we had Tristan picked up a bug somewhere and brought it home. The yucky virus went around the house and in a week we had all had it. Geez Angel and I hadn't slept that much in years!! LOL..good rest though!! Ok till the next posting!! I <3 MY FAMILY MY WORLD!!

Happy New Year!! 2011

Hard to believe that 2011 is here!! Holidays came and went!! Grateful for the good things that 2010 brought and looking forward to all the better things that 2011 has in store. Thanking God for all that he has given us and even better the opportunity to bless others! God is so good and forever faithful. Even when we fall him he never fails us. Thank you Lord!! Old Man Winter is rasing havoc across the states, seems like the South is getting hit more than usual NYC was also hit with a blizzard and luckily we were spared!! It's been a bit colder but that's New England. Looking forward to the coming year as we begin to celebrate birthdays, milestones and accomplishments. Taking the good along with whatever negative may also come our way. If God before us than who could be against us.
Bottom line it's all about FAMILY!!

Oct,, Nov, Dec

Hard to believe summer is over and fall foliage is here. It's one of the prettiest seasons, the cleanup part is not so nice with all the leaves coming down on the property. Lots of work!! Oct was fun filled with costume shopping and pumpking picking. The kids had a great time over at Roseberry's Farm in Glastonbury. The Russells came along. This Thanksgiving we opted to stay home...wanted to do some black Friday shopping. I must admit we did get some great sales. Angel, Sam and I headed out to Toys R Us, Target, Old Navy and Walmart.. we headed out at 11:00pm. We didnt return back home till 7:30 am.. oh boy were we exhausted...slept for only 3 hours then it was time to head out to the airport and get my twin sister Nilsa...she spent a few days here...we drove into NYC to see mom and the family. It's always nice seeing family..We also stopped in to see Tonita, (my dear mother in law). It was sad for Angel to see how she's slowly deteriorating. While Nilsa was here we went out shopping with Marisol. Nilsa was able to do some scrapbooking...not as much as we would have liked. Dec cane in and it was time to start the shopping. Got out quite a few times with Sam and Sabrina. Angel and I did most of our shopping online. nothing like shopping for your children and seeing those smiling faces on Christmas morning. Christmas morning was quite exciting!! Although the kids are mostly grown, they always sit down for the traditional pic!! Santa as usual was generous...this year a bit more. It was fun watching Tristan open his Christmas presemts, he was such a big boy opening his gifts one by one and not stopping to play with just one. He's certainly enjoying his Thomas the Train table and train sets. His mommy has learned from her parents to spoil her little guy. Andrew was excited as he got his Kinect, Ipod touch and laptop along with all the other goodies from his siblings. The older kids thrilled with their electronic gadgets.

July, August, Sept.

Looking back now what an awesome summer...Fourth of July we did our uusual barbecue...Mom, Jenn, Jenna, the Lallaves, Sheldon, Tim and his mom and stepdad. This summer was full of trips here and there..actually made it to NYC quite a few times. Many trips to six flags, the lake and even the beach. Kim came over for a week and we had a great time, manage to get a trip to six flags and the beach. It was fun bringing Tristan to the beach he loved playing in the sand. Aaron and I drove Kim to Boston, long ride but nice. Angel stayed home and watched Andrew while Sabrina went to her first college orientation. School begain and the girls went on to college and Aaron hard to believe his 2nd year of H.S. My boy is loving his school! We knew it was a great choice. Our little guy Andy is now in the 3rd grade...wow where have the last 8 years gone? On Labor Day Angel, and I along with the kids went to Five Guys it was our first time. We then headed out to Gilette Castle and Devil's Leap Park ..what a beautiful scenaries. We got beautiful fall pics.