Happy Anniversary!

Two years ago today Darrell and Erica said their "I do's" after a long courtship! Some might of thought it wasn't going to happen but I say good things come to those who wait....and the waiting was worth it! The wedding day was beautiful...the food was awesome....and the dance was down right a night to remember! I think we are still talking about it! So...Happy Anniversary D & E..it has been a fun ride and thanks so much for allowing us along. Here's to many more great years and lots more nieces and nephews!

This is one of my favorite pictures of the two of them. They look so young..not that you don't today...but just the innocense of young love! I also love this picture b/c it shows that once a long time ago Max was a little boy! (ok...sorry this isn't about that!)

With this hot dog...I thee wed! Darrell & Erica sharing a "footlong" at the Nuggets game. This picture also holds some memories of being snowed in in Denver in April. What a weekend!

Ok...since they didn't want to use the "hotdog" picture as their engagement picture I guess this one will do! Still young pups!

Aaawww...Mr. & Mrs. Surmeier....here's to many more years!

Remembering an outstanding lady!

Senior year 1965

Surmeier Family on our Wedding Day!

Joe's graduation from KSU...to say the least she was very proud!

63 years ago today a very special lady was born. 18 years ago that special lady was taken away from us too early! Today would of been Joe's mothers birthday. Marilyn was a one-of-a kinda lady! I feel blessed that I was able to have her in my life for 9 years. She was probably one of the strongest women I have ever known. She was diagnosed with breast cancer and every time they found another spot she would come home, sit in her chair, rub her feet together and tell us..."we're not going to worry about this...we will get through it." She definitely was/is a great inspiration to me.

I got to see her interact with 2 of my nephews before she died and so badly wish that she would of been able to meet Max and Maddie. Oh how she would of loved those kids!

Growing up in Colby, she would pass Joe and I on main street and of course I was sitting right next to him in the car and when we would get home she would ask us..."you fixin' to pick up somebody?" and then smile and wink! I remember her dancing at our wedding dance...the same day she buried her father....see what I mean about how incredible she was? She would always tell me that 2 fudge pops were better than one (advice I shouldn't of listened to) and how those dishes in the sink were fine...the dishwasher would be done running soon and we could just reload it!

One of my greatest regrets is that I was not the picture taker back then that I am now so I don't have that many of her. Along with the women in my own family, she is without a doubt a lady who I am so blessed to have had as a part of my life....she made it richer! Her early departure sure makes me think of the saying...wow...life just isn't fair! Happy Birthday Marilyn...you are deeply missed each and every day!

Are you really surprise??????

What do you get when you cross a double dog dare......

with a trampoline.....

... A TRIP TO THE EMERGENGY ROOM!!!!

Yes...my husband just couldn't let the double dog dare go that he couldn't do 10 back flips in a row! He did 9 of them and then came down on his shoulder and tore his rotator cuff. We didn't acutally have to go to the ER for this when it happened but his doctor sent him to Wesley for X-rays to confirm that nothing was broken. So looks like he will be having surgery in the near future to fix this injury! On one hand I love the fact that he gets out there and has fun but on the other...he needs to remember we are not 18! He has assured me that he will be having the surgery as this is affecting his softball playing, golfing, shooting baskets, & most importantly...he cannot ride his motorcycle! Will keep you updated!

While the cat's away....

yes....and the mice will play! How true this statement was at our house last weekend! I went for a LONG weekend of scrapbooking and while I was gone Joe took the kids shopping and this is what they came back with!

Maddie Madelyn & Jack...our neighbors!

Max Paige & Lindy...

Max was told we would get a basketball court at the new house and Mads was told she would get a trampoline. Well, she has been asking and asking and asking and finally DADDY gave in. She must of batted her eyes just enough and off they went! They have had fun but the interesting thing is that I think Max and his friends have jumped on it as much as Mads and her friends. Of course, Max has it positioned right under the basketball goal and has been doing all kinds of trick shots! Boys!

I am glad that Mad finally got it and was really glad that it has a net around it! Yes I was a little worried. Joe had one growing up and it never had a net on it and...well you see how he turned out! LOL! Just kidding honey!

My scrapbooking LONG weekend consisted of 5 days and it was great to get away and get some things done. I was sad going thru some of the pictures because it makes me have to face the fact these kids are really growing up. I am trying to get all of it done before Max graduates....I only have 3 years left...I hope it is enough time.

I hope all of you are enjoying your summer. Cannot believe we are half way thru July. Maddie is heading to St. Louis next week with my mom to see some friends and Max is off to Colorado with his XC team for a running camp/team building week. Sad for them to go but glad for the time with JPS. It has been 4 years since we have had a week at home by ourselves. Joe is being a sport and going to the Rascal Flatts concert with me. HE HATES COUNTRY MUSIC! Look for an update on that outing!

23 years and counting....

Well..you are probably wondering...who are these young looking kids....LOL!

Today Joe and I celebrate 23 years together! We dated for 4 years before we got "hitched" so yes that totals 27 years! Wow! I will say that now a days...that is an accomplishment! Joe is my best friend...and I love him more than words can say! He is my rock!

BTW...this was our engagement picture!

I LOVE YOU BABE.....381!

Happy Father's Day...GD!

This is year #2 that I have had to celebrate Father's day without my dad & this year isn't any easier that last. I am thinking there will really never be an easy one but I know that he is with us each and everyday just not the way we want him to be! So Dad...Grandad...Happy Father's Day up there in heaven and know that you are forever loved! Hope you enjoyed a nice round of golf today!

His two biggest fans! Love this picture!

Poolside with Maddie

While in Houston we stayed at the Omni in downtown Houston. And when I say we stayed there I literally mean that. We pulled into the hotel on Friday night and didn't leave until Monday morning which meant there was a ton of time for poolside lounging and swimming. This was right up Miss Maddie alley. She was in that pool constantly....in fact I think she still smells like chlorline! LOL!

Here she is taking a break...eating some Oreo's...regaining her energy for more pool time!

Maddie and the "bride"!

Ok..short story long...the whole time we sat at the pool we never had a trash can so on the last day Mrs. Classen decided it was overdue. She she hauls a trash can from the other side of the pool area to right by us! Wonder if we had too many empty beer cups sitting around that was driving her CRAZY! She is a super clean freak! What a woman! You go girl!