Delainey Mae We Play

Our family had a great weekend playing with little Delainey Mae. We don't get to see her very often so anytime we can is so much fun! We enjoyed going to the park, drawing on the sidewalk with chalk and hanging out around the house. Grandma Sharon was in town too so Isabelle spent a lot of time with her while we were at work. Delainey is so big and has such a cute personality. She's shy at first but once you get her warmed up she's such a delight! Thanks for all the play dates Delainey, we love you!

On another happy note, Rian and Ashley got married in Maui on Monday. You'll have to look at their blog (The Newest & Coolest) to see a video clip of their wedding ceremony and some pictures of them on the beach. Congratulations Rian and Ashley. It's official Ashley - you're a Shelton!

Our Little Devils

Isabelle and Ki are so much fun, especially to dress up because they have no idea what's going on. We could dress them in ridiculous outfits and they'd still be cute. I bet you can't guess what they're going to be for Halloween? ~LiTtLe DeViLs!~ I was going to dress up Isabelle as an angel but the devil outfit seemed to fit her personality more, she's so mischievous now that she's walking and getting into trouble. This year she won't be able to say "tRiCk Or TrEaT" but we'll work on it for next year. HaPpY hAuNtInG everyone!

Who's Going to the World Series?

As you step up to the plate in life, like in baseball, you have no idea what the pitcher is going to throw. It may be a slider, a curve, or a fast one right down the middle but you've got to take whatever comes your way. You'll either get a hit or strike out.

I'd say in the past year alone we've been thrown some interesting pitches. Some we kept our eye on the ball and smacked right out of the park, others we struck out swinging and walked back to the dugout in disappointment with our heads low. But as the pitches keep coming I'm reminded of a quote and it becomes more clear each time I think about it: "Individuals carry their success or failure with them. It does not depend on outside conditions." -Ralph Waldo Trine

When we step up to the plate in life we need to take responsibility, be self empowering and take accountability for our actions. It seems like lately our society is afraid to do this and we always have a hard time admitting when we're wrong. If we do these 3 things when we have new experiences in life it might seem like we're vulnerable when we strike out but just think how amazing it will be when you get that hit!

As the 2008 MLB Playoffs continue may we all keep in mind: "Life is like a baseball game. When you think a fastball is coming, You gotta be ready to hit the curve." -Jaja Q