The last week and a half has been busy. The Frederick's came last Monday night. We were all so excited. They stayed until Saturday. I was really sad to see them go. I hope that they had a good time even with all the CRAZINESS. I am so blessed with their friendship. Marisa is really good for me. I tend to get a little lost sometimes and she influences me postively to find my way. Thank you for that. I can always count on you to see me for me and love me anyway. Whether I think I am loveable or not. You are an amazing friend. I love you.

The guys and kids went to Big Kahuna's and Marisa and I went to lunch and shopping. Tina and Joey met us for dinner. Dinner was like old times in Florence every relaxing and needed. It is really nice having visitors. I just always hate saying bye even for a short time.

Kristi and the girls got here on Sunday. Of course Charlee Beth is loving having Shelby here. Clark and Caroline are like two peas in a pod. Clark loves her and she is so good to him. Yesterday was Charlee Beth's 11th birthday. She invited 7 girls to spend the night. First, we swam at the beach club and walked on the beach. We came home and ate pizza, made a picture frame, had cake, and opened presents. She got some great gifts. She has a special group of friends. They stayed up late(or should I say early) watched Penelope and crashed downstairs. I think they had a lot of fun. They are actually upstairs as I type playing in her room.

I think today we are going to take Charlee Beth, Shelby, Caroline and Clark to see the American Girl movie. I actually would like to see it too. I think it will be good.

Monday was a hard day for me. I had to put our dog Belle(14 1/2 years old) to sleep. That was one of the hardest things I think I have ever had to do. Brad was out of town so I had to go by myself. Kristi stayed with the kids. She was so sweet and helped so much. Thank you for everything. I love you girl. Brad says that he is realizing that he thinks one of the reasons that God brought us here was to show me how strong I really am. Maybe he is right. Belle was like my baby. She was our baby before I had babies and I loved here so much. We found out that she had cancer in January and the vet said that she probably wouldn't live through the month but we were blessed to have her 7 more. I am very thankful for that time. I miss her. Brad said that he feels like he is forgetting something in the morning and at night. But she lived an awesome life and she is not in pain anymore.

Kristi is going to keep the kids so that Brad and I can go to dinner tonight. I am looking forward to it. Free sitter. Thanks girl.

My sister and her family are coming down tomorrow. Lots of friends and family it should be fun. I am sure there will not be a dull moment. I will let you know how it goes.