Office Mural Painting

The area we live in in Hobe Sound is kind of a quaint little area. Recently they have started painting murals on the sides of some of the buildings. The painters who work along with the Chamber of Commerce approached us a few months back and asked us if we would be interested in having one on our building. They gave us some of their ideas. Some of my friends received emails from me asking your opinions on which one we should go with. We narrowed it down to two. The one we did and the other was flower boxes and flowers painted on the building . Many chose the flowerboxes because it was safe. But we all kinda like the Hurricane although it made a BOLD statement. Afterall, the hurricane kinda tells who we are. Insurance for such things, or the Calm in the Eye of the storm. As you can see we chose the hurricane, had them perfect some things and they went to work. They did an excellant job, and were more than happy to let each of us have our own little special thing on the painting. The kids thoroughly enjoyed doing it. They have started on the building next door. They are doing the flowers. It looks nice, but we all think ours looks the best!!

Disney on Ice- Princesses

Thursday evening we took the kids to Disney on Ice. As usual it was a great show and a nice family time. The funnest part is to watch the kids enjoy themselves. Always fun making family memories.

Meagan intently watching



Waving to the princesses

Orlando & Friends

Some friends of ours from Colorado were in town for an extended weekend to take their daughter to Disney. Rod & Brad go way back, and Brad was best man in our wedding. They asked us to come up on Saturday and spend the day poolside at their hotel with them. We knew the kids would love that. So we headed up and spent the day with them. The weather didn't look real promising on the way. It rained the whole way there. But by the time we got there, it stopped except for a few sprinkles and it was great weather. It was still overcast, but it made for a bearable day and no sunburns. Their were several pools and hot tubs available, but once the kids found the slide thats all they needed for entertainment. They spent the day running back and forth going down the slide. I wasn't sure how Meagan would do with it, but she was right in there, and wanted on repeatedly. They all must have came down about 50times. We got subs at a nearby Publix and ate by the pool. Zach left part of his and a squirrel helped himself. It was quite the picture. We had a great time catching up with old friends. We last saw them about 3 yrs ago. So there was alot to catch up on.

We have a new addition to the Family

On August 12,2009 we added another addition to the family. Our oldest Daughter Lex came down to see us and she brought this addition along with her. We have always wanted to add this to our family, but just never had. The time was right so we went for it. This addition was a surprise to the kids, they did not expect it. When Lex walked in the door with her they all went crazy. So without further a-do .........





Intoducing IZZIE

Izzie is a weimaraner. We love her grey color and her grey eyes!!!





She needed a Bath - first thing



Not sure who is giving who the bath



She likes being held like a baby



She sleeps in wierd positions




One night we had brought the car seat in out of one of the cars for some reason- Izzie climbed in it and sat down. We had to strap her in!!

Lazy days of Summer

A few Sundays ago the day was absolutely beautiful outside. Warm, but just enough of a breeze that made it comfortable to be outside and enjoy some fresh air and sunshine. After lunch we headed outside to the dock and sat with the kids. We all kinda did our own thing, I read the paper, Rod fed the fish and we just enjoyed a relaxing day. The kids decided they wanted to fish, so we grabbed the shrimp out of the freezer and they stuck their poles in the water. We spent the whole afternoon outside. It was such a relaxing day. Just what we needed!




Zach with his only catch


Andrea is enjoying her fishing time



Zach looks a little bored! He's very impatient!


Meagan enjoyed eating her pudding!

Zachary's Summer Band Camp

This past week Zachary was involved in his first band camp. He had such a fun time. The teacher Mr. Doyle Bozone does such a fantastic job with the kids. He has 5 whole days to teach them some songs. For some of these kids it was also learning a whole new instrument. Maybe they had played something else before, but have some experience in music and want to try a new instrument out. He has some fun activities for them also. And at the end of the week they have a recital of what they learned. Below are a few pictures and videos of it.









A group shot in front of their seats



Another group shot closer together




an another group shot



acting silly with their instruments








and another silly picture






Dr. Rockenstein


My Heart Will Go On- Titanic


Star Wars

Jessica's Graduation

On June 5th Jessica graduated from 5th Grade at Hobe Sound Elementary. We are so proud of her accomplishments this year. She did well academically and she had a great teacher. Next year on to a new adventure and a new school.