Randomness

My mother inlaw always is taking pictures and I keep forgetting to get them from her. Tonight we got to eat a wonderful dinner and hangout, so I figured I would write a quick blog from some her photos. I love seeing what other people capture when we do vacations or outings. These are pictures from the beach, Christmas party, Halloween and Disneyland. These children are SPOILED! ha But I do enjoy every fun adventure with them.

Big Bear

A week and a half ago I got a call from Jakes cousin to come up to Big Bear with them over the MLK weekend. It was up in the air for us because of Jakes work schedule but I made the arrangements to go up and I'm so glad I did. Thank goodness for friends that have girls because I would of had to buy the kids new snow stuff. Jake and I always loving hanging out with his cousin and the family. The whole weekend they went above and beyond. When we got there Raeann had stickers and coloring books for the kids and let me tell you it was perfect. The kids drew pictures and sold them to us, they made a killing. Alyssa taught the girls a cheer, Brandon and Jayson wrestled with the kids and tormented them. We got to celebrate Vicki and Ray's birthday at a cool pizza shop in town, the kids got there own table and the first one out was Kaelyn of course, just like her daddy. The next day we were going to get lessons for the kids but Jake said say the money and took the two older girls and taught them himself. I was so happy that he did, he was such a proud daddy and loved every minute of it. Jayson and Brandon were so helpful with the kids too and cheered them on. We ended up staying another night and so glad we did, we all just hung out and laughed and messed with the kids. I'm so grateful for people that want us in their lives and love our kids. Jake and I don't ask much of people but when family does this it warms our heart.

Crazy week

So much has been going on in the last few weeks. I think half of the week is a blur and I couldn't probably tell you what was going on. Kids went back to school and the house has been clean, laundry caught up. Jake was able to get his "TOY," but he deserves it and I'm proud of him. He has had a smile for weeks now! Our friend Jordan whom I grew up with and have known from Elementary school and Jake has known from High school helped us get this beast. Jake has asked his mom to print a sticker that says "Milhoan Madness" for the back of this. My friend Melinda recently got engaged and I am so excited for her, I have been putting together her bridal shower and I am on a roll. We had a dinner to celebrate, defiantly a fun night of laughs. A surprise outing was planned for our friend Becky who is one amazing person. Very big heart, there have been times where I've had a rough day and she would show up with a cake and ask if I want a slice because she was going to every friends house to give them some. I have had the opportunity to get to know her better and am grateful to be her friend.

Blake Ryan Milhoan

Yesterday I went to hang out with my brother inlaw while Amanda was in labor and wow did it bring back memories of my deliveries. They induced labor and it to forever to get this little cutie out. Amanda had a pretty rough time and towards the end had to have a c-section. While she rested Joe and I had some fun and played around with the hospital supplies, the glove cut off circulation to the brain for a while but no one was hurt in the process. Today I had to wait all day to see this handsome boy but it was worth the wait. I would of gone earlier but got stuck doing other stuff and then Jake wanted to go so I waited for him. Blake Ryan was born at 1:03am at 8lbs 5oz 21". He is ADORABLE! Amanda was really sweet and made us feel welcome when we came in and let me hold the baby. I can't wait to spend more time with him. Joe did an amazing job taking care of Amanda and you can tell he is very much excited to be a dad.
Oh and my brother had his kid today too but.........I don't know the name, what time he was born, or what he looks like. I guess they didn't feel that Jake or I were important to share happy news with.

Supercross 2013

Today was a pretty busy day to say the least. Jake and I usually go to Supercross every year with friends but this year was different. In October Jake went back to outside construction and started to work for a new company, little did we know that they own their own racing team and race motocross. The owner called us and asked if we wanted to go and of course we both were excited. Before we went to Anaheim we had to get the kids all arranged and they were able to spend a day with my inlaws. In the morning the kids got to go to Home Depot to build bird houses. I was able to hangout with them before Jake and I left. Clayton did not want to build a house and baby Jake was to young so I took the two boys around the store. I was trying to teach Clayton and baby Jake to say things like "Aunt Fran wants a smoker Uncle Jake," or " Aunt Fran wants a new front door Uncle Jake." After practicing that for a bit Clayton told me "I got this." haha
On our way to Anaheim Jake and I were able to spend time talking about all sorts of stuff..friends, work, kids etc. It was really good to hear his opinion on things without interruptions. When we got to the stadium we were able to watch the qualifiers and then go hang in the pit party section where I got to meet a lot of the company wives and eat. I really really love mom and pop shops because it feels like a family. The bosses son Dakota didn't make it to the main event but is was really great watching him race and ACTUALLY know someone personally riding.

It was freezing cold and Jake and I left right after the last lap of the main event. We couldn't get to our car faster! Looks like we will be going to the next race but this time the kids probably will go too. It was funny because one of the wives asked where our kids were and we told them they stayed home, Jake thought the owner was just being nice offering more tickets for the kids. The wife I was talking to say that they love having the kids there.