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This year I lucked out and got to have Ti home for my birthday again. I remember as my birthday got closer everyone kept asking what I had planned. At first I actually thought about going out with friends to celebrate - ha! Then I thought about just going on a date with Ti Tonga which is what we normally do. But in the end we spent the day together as a family. It was the kid's last day of summer vacation, so it only seemed fitting to spend the day together. 

Every time someone asks me what I want for a gift, I say "food." Haha. I've got so many restaurants bookmarked, but Ti doesn't really like to go on food adventures like I do. I knew since it was my birthday though, that I could get him to go on a foodie adventure with me ;) So Sunday morning we took the boys downtown and hit up Donut Bar --- finally!! We grabbed a dozen donuts then walked over to Container Park and had breakfast on their patio.

The cutest Butter Beer donut

I was so excited for the "Big Poppa Tart" which ended up being my favorite!

There's an actual pop tart in the donut!

After the kids ate, they rushed to the playground. Me and Ti watched them play for a little and then Ti got up and joined them. Container Park is one of mine & Ti's favorite spots. I'm so glad we finally got to take the kids there. I sat and watched them play and was just so grateful for everything that I had. It was a simple morning with the ones I love the most. It was perfect.

Later that day we had dinner at Cheesecake Factory, then came home and put the boys to bed in time for school the next day. I felt a little guilty that my birthday was the only one that Ti was home for this year, which is why I was so happy to share this day together with my family.

Happy Birthday Elsie!

My niece Elsie turned 1 this past June... I can't believe it! Isn't she the cutest?!!

BDay Invite

Coordinating Thank U Tags (Koolaid party favors)

Party fun...

 

Glad we were able to drive out to celebrate with her. Had so much fun at her pool party!

15 Today

Thinking about a special little angel on her birthday today. Ofa atu my sweet Rennie. I miss you more than any words can ever express.

Baptism by Immersion: Nicolaus Fangupo

Nic turned 8 on September 2, 2012. We finally were able to set a date for his baptism that would allow Ti Tonga to be here with us. As the assigned day drew nearer we were thrilled to find out that our family from Salt Lake would be joining us for Nic's special day as well. It was awesome!!! What a memorable day for him and he was so happy to be able to spend it with his family. Congratulations Nici. We are so proud of you.

Nic was baptized on November 3, 2012 at the Las Vegas Spring Mountain Stake. Our ward just split so he was the very first person to be baptized in the Windmill Ward. He was baptized by his Grandpa Tevita Moala and confirmed by his Grandpa Kina Fangupo.

Nine!

I find myself blogging more often on my personal blog, but would like to take time to blog a little on here too cause I know my Mom would love to see updates on her grandkids... so here goes :)

Mote turned 9 last month!

 

 I can't believe how long we've had this little monkey with us =) I feel like so many mother's get sad that their kids grow. I see so many sad faces :( when moms document how their kids are aging... I must be a weirdo because I am the total opposite. I love seeing my kids grow and hit milestones... absolutely LOVE it! When they started crawling - loved it, walking - loved it, went to kindergarten - LOVED it!! I am ECSTATIC to see them learn new things and grow. Some of the cool things that Mote got experience this past year were:
Baptism: He was baptized by his Grandpa Tevita and confirmed by his Grandpa Kina
Scouts: He loves scouts! He's been able to learn some handy things while hanging out with some pretty cool kids. He's earned his wolf badge and has moved on to bears now.
3rd Grade: He got to finish out the school year at Wright Elementary where he's made some great friends. He completed the year by making it on the A-B Honor Roll.
Art: He is still very artistic and brings home so many art projects from school. 
Music: He bought a Recorder from school and really fell in love with it! He mastered several songs which granted him special recognition from his music teacher. He performed for our ward for his talent night which I was so proud of! Glad that he is brave enough to get up in front of a crowd.
With each new year he's grown into a wonderful young man. We are thankful to have him as the oldest child in our family and are grateful for his leadership toward his younger brothers. We are eager to see what this 9th year of life has in store for him. Here's to another year of surprises!

 

 

 

Starting Out Summer...

The summer trips to Salt Lake have begun. We were able to make it out for some big events last month. Ruby Mei & Leo's birthday bash... which was AWESOME!! By far the coolest bday party I've been to! They rented out KOPFC for the night and we swam and ate while Abe and his crew DJ'd... sooo much fun!!!

The next day was Brittainy's baby shower followed by Sini's wedding. So glad I made it out to see these beautiful ladies.

Sten and Mei performed a tau'olunga for their auntie's special day...

The boys performed their Bruno Mars number as well. But my favorite part of the wedding had to have been this cute little number by the bride...


We grabbed some Famous Frybread after the wedding and then made it to Leatherby's just in time for some dessert.

Love me some summer fun :)