Mark, Julie and the boys inspired a last minute BBQ to pull everyone together for a swim and some fun at my mom's place. A quick phone call resulted in Dick & Sue coming with appetizers, Chris & Michelle with a salad, Mom with dessert, Mark & Julie with beverages, and Chris & I with the chicken! Vu-la~ Dinner is served!

Four years ago, Grandma & Parker began a tradition of going to see plays at the Seattle Children's Theater which has now, picked up speed and a couple grandkids! Everyone had a wonderful time exploring the Children's Museum before the show, especially O who was trying to keep up with her cousins. Click Read More...

Once the show began (The Green Sheep) Parker, Rowan, and O were delighted and captivated as they joined in the search for the elusive green sheep. There was music, puppets, and loads of laughter!!
I know the grandkids will be looking forward to their next trip with Grandma!

Did you notice the picture to the left is missing Dave's crew??? I'm not one to gossip, so you'll have to ask Captain Steve-O why they drove away in such a hurry!!

Ha! Just kidding But in all seriousness, we had such a great time hanging out with the gang. The fun began on Saturday when we drove down to Pacific City to meet up at Pete & Cammy's. After a few hours of hanging out and catching up, I was off to Beaverton to celebrate our niece's 1st birthday...so Chris and I had to "DIVIDE & CONQUER"
He stayed at the beach as I headed inward. But of course, the fun continued!! From a seafood buffet, to roasting marshmallows on the beach...everyone had full tummy's around bedtime.(especially Chris, as many of the kids enjoyed cooking for him...which resulted in about 2 dozen s'mores)
On Sunday morning, I drove back down to Oceanside to enjoy brunch with everyone at Tom & Jackie's.
All in all it was an awesome weekend!!

Last week when Melissa and I were visiting Grandpa we spent time looking through an old photo album of my grandparents when they were our age. It was great to see pictures of them at the beach and hanging out with their friends. Grandpa is a great storyteller and we always look forward to hearing and learning about our family. Click "Read More"

When we were visiting, he mentioned a small cemetery in Vancouver where many McIrvin's were buried and asked it we'd like to see it...Of course, we were thrilled to be invited and excited to go and learn about our heritage. The cemetery is small but so quaint. The McIrvin's have their own area along the east fence-line of the cemetery. What a beautiful place! We were very glad we got the opportunity to go.

Finally, we made it to see Auntie Helen at her new place in Port Orchard. For those of you who don't know Auntie Helen, she is my grandma's sister (my great Aunt) but she is truly like a grandma to me. Helen used to live right down the road from me where we would visit often and go out for meals. Now, it's a three hour drive...but a beautiful drive. Click "Read More"

We even got to go over the new "Narrows" bridge. At any rate, we were so happy to see her especially since she is looking so good!! Her place is awesome! Nice people, good food, beautiful grounds and apartments, definitely A+++
Just wish she was a little closer, of course.