Keep on Cluckin'

What June has been like for us...

We've been eating out a lot (like, once a week!) because of all the summer events/activities we've been invited to.  Ez is finally back to his normal self, eating up a frenzy; he was pretty ill and lost his appetite for nearly an entire week but thanks to a lot of prayers from his sisters on his behalf, he's his chipper self again.

My latest project: refurbishing/restoring my dad's old baby high chair.  It's definitely slow-going since I don't find myself with a lot of spare time and since the rust a little bit more stubborn that I am.

June is the month for WEDDINGS!  I've had a few busy weekends where I find myself elbow-deep in flowers, but I'm grateful to get back into my profession.  I've been trying to weigh whether I want to go full-scale with Solstice or not, and I have pretty much made up my mind that I'll do what I can without advertising, since I've got a family to pay attention to.  I do still like referrals, though.... ;)

The yard is coming along.  I've only been concerned with the back yard since it is where we spend a lot of time, regardless of the rocks.  The garden is growing really well, I'm just sad that I didn't get started a lot sooner.  I was too worried about a late frost.  Anyway, we've kept busy weeding and watering and I'm grateful for the things it's teaching my daughters.

I was in charge of a wedding party for Maggie and Melvin last week and it was a huge success.  The theme was "Vintage Italiano" and thanks to a lot of people, it came together really nicely.

(Siena took this "photoshoot" of Qiana.)

Swimming at Grandma Peg's community pool.  Reminds us of Midvale and we get a little "homesick".

Juan got a tent for Father's Day from the kiddos and they were so excited about it that they camped out for three days in the loft.

Pupusas, due to a sour attempt at homemade fish tacos.  Note to self: never freeze fish again.  It's probably already been frozen once before.

Piano Girl-- we're both ÜBER FRUSTRATED at times, but the overall experience has been good.

Impromptu bike ride to Utah Lake with the Goldings.

Many fun times were had here in my youth and the memories just came flooding in once we got on the river trail.

A Birthday Fiesta for Tia Sierrrrrrr-ah.  Living near family is too awesome for words.