Took the boys to the pool today. It was a lot of fun watching the boys smile and enjoy being in the water. I'm glad I'm able to keep up with Jack and everything he wanted to do today.

Also, climbed up the steps to the top of the water slide at the pool. The last time I did this was at Ellie's birthday party last August. I thought I would pass out from lack of air and my lungs felt like burning not to mention my legs felt like rubber bands the next day.

This time, didn't gasp for breath at all. It was as if I'd just been walking. Also, the legs weren't bothered at all. I LOVE BEING HEALTHIER!

B-A-N-A-N-A-S!

That's right....I'm going to their concert!
One of the top 5 best birthday presents ever.

I haven't been to a concert of my choice since Clinton was President....I think.
Cheese 'n Rice that's a long time!

Ode

To my boys, Jackson and Benjamin - thank you for every lesson learned by having the best two boys around. Thank you for loving me and not judging me despite my warts, harry knuckles and ugly temper.

You are the reason I continue to love and put up with your father. LOL.

Please grow up to be successful and send me into early retirement (preferably in a gated, upscale, California estate community near a mall with great shoe depts).

Love, Mom.