Sunday, August 23, 2009

Girls enjoyed "lost dog" for a few hours...


A lost dog was found outside our fence on a Sunday morning in our neighborhood. No tag or owner around so gave it a bath, fed it, played with it, put up flyers, and by Sunday evening-the owner called, grateful. Although we were prepared to take in the lost dog, we were relieved that the owner appeared! Girls were not so happy though!

Lila Rose...








Lila enjoying some "Sprinkler Time"


While everyone was "all swam out" from vacation, Lila managed to talk Grandma into getting out the sprinkler for some fun in the sun time before her summer vacation time with the family ended.
Lina and her smile!


Loving the bubble pic...

Birthday Party!

Joey with new Mouse ears before party...




Celebrating Lila's 5th Birthday at Chuck E. Cheese


While Lila was still here visiting after our Disney vacation, we celebrated (early) her upcoming September birthday at her favorite place - Chuck E. Cheese. She would be returning to the Navajo Rez in Arizona for school & while her mom, Priscilla is deployed. Took a few pics.

Saturday, August 22, 2009




Our trip home - South of the Border!

On our way to Disney World, we passed this sign (and many signs leading up to it!) advertising this huge complex called South of the Border. We vowed to stop on the way back and check it out. Although, we were somewhat in the middle of a rain storm, we still snapped a couple pics and stopped for a few small souvenirs. A fun way to wind down our "magical trip".

The Holy Land Experience

Although I was a little disappointed in the limited space and land of The Holy Land Experience and the lack of real animals and crafts for the kids to see and do, overall, it was a pleasant experience. I didn't get to see all the shows that I wanted to see-it was understandable that the kids and Josh were not as interested after just coming from Disney World. We spent the morning here and then on to the hotel & the pool, for a relaxing afternoon & evening before heading home the next morning.

Gabbie was here in this place.




Entering the Angel Garden







Angelina Rock Climbs

Per Josh, this Rock Wall was a very difficult one-even for adults...we are proud of Angelina for giving it a try.

At Samson's Pillars


Lila shy as ever...didn't want to move Samson's Pillars...

Angelina Plays the Part of Goliath


At the childrens presentation time, Angelina volunteers (as always) to participate. She gets to dress up as Goliath and is slayed by David.



Love the Pic of Angelina Holding Jesus hand on the Water











Angelina enjoys playing drums with the "locals"....

Day 6 - To Orlando & The Holy Land Experience







We leave Shades of Green Resort.




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