Sunday, June 19, 2011

Happy Father's Day!!

To my amazing husband, who works so hard to take care of his family and makes his family his top priority


To my wonderful dad, who always made time for me and taught me so many valuable life lessons


To my awesome father-in-law, who loves his family and is so generous with his time and affection


Lots of love to all the fathers in my life!! I hope you all have a fantastic day!!!

Tuesday, June 14, 2011

MN Trip for Samantha's Wedding

My most recent MN trip was for Samantha's Wedding, including the bachelorette party, wedding prep, last-minute to-do's, and dancing the night away. However, I still had plenty of time for family. Good thing because they are awesome!!

Just a cute pic of Brian.

Tia Brenda is so good with Brian! He loves to play and snuggle with her.

Brian thoroughly explored Brenda's, even under the dining table.

Brian got so riled up at lunch one day. The video doesn't do the situation justice, but it will still make you laugh.


We spent our last night in MN in Stillwater. I grew up in Stillwater and it's still is a very special place to me. Tia Brenda and Tio Gordon joined Brian and me for the evening. We dined outside with a view of the St. Croix River. It was the perfect way to end my MN trip.


Brian loves his Tio Gordon! From the first time they met, Brian has felt comfortable with his tio. Love at first sight!


Apparently we were surprised or shocked about something. 


The river rises every spring because of the snow melting, but due to the heavy rains, the river is taking even longer to get back to normal. This gazebo floods every year! I'm wondering when it will just wash away down the river.



My beautiful son

Of course, what is a trip to Stillwater without going to Nelson's Ice Cream. Sooooo delicious and just a pinch excessive. 

Yes, Nelson's is a big deal in Stillwater.

Another wonderful trip home! Unfortunately I didn't get pictures of Brian with his Tia Loretta. I think we were having so much fun that I forgot to get my camera out. I'm including a couple pictures from a previous trip that give you a hint of how much Loretta loves Brian...he's a very lucky baby!


Thank you to my family for taking such good care of Brian and me!! I always look forward to visiting and I always leave feeling refreshed and rejuvenated. Thank you!

Samantha's Wedding

So much has been happening and I'm so behind on blogging about it! I'm not sure what order to put everything in, but I definitely know where to start...Samantha's Wedding!!

I was recently in MN for 1.5 wks to celebrate and help with my BFF Samantha's wedding. It was so much fun!! Thank you Samantha for being such a fabulous bride!!

Theresa and Samantha at the rehearsal dinner.

Wedding Day - Bridesmaids reporting for duty!

Samantha looking stunning!!

Brian smiling during the reception. He was soooo good!

Samantha is such a beautiful bride! Every picture was perfection.

My tia Brenda took care of Brian so I could take care of Samantha. Brian loves his tia!


Congratulations Samantha and Chris!! And thank you for sharing your special day with me!!