Grandparents in Chicago

Craig's parents are in town and so is my Mom.  Craig, his Dad and Ethan are going on a fishing trip to Canada Sun-Thurs while the girls will hang out in Chicago.  We took Julia to the Bahamas for spring break so Craig told Ethan he would take him on a trip and he wanted to go fishing.  They are very excited for their trip.  Tonight we went to Julia's softball game.  They finished the season undefeated and will play in the championship tomorrow.  We are so happy and proud of Julia.  She is such a great softball player!  She plays first base and hit another home run today.  That is her third home run of the season.  After her game we went to the original Rosebud restaurant in Little Italy.  We had a great dinner and took a few pictures...

Father's Day Brunch

We celebrated Father's Day by having brunch at Shaw's Crab House.  It was the best brunch we have ever had...so delicious!!  We got Craig a kindle for Father's Day.  Happy Father's Day to the best dad to Julia & Ethan!  We all love you so much!  After brunch Craig and Ethan went bowling while my mom, Julia and I went shopping.  Afterwards Craig and Ethan went to a movie and my Mom & I watched old movies of my Dad.  It was a very sad day for my Mom and I...we all miss my Dad so much!  He was the best Dad and left us way too soon.  I cherish all the memories of him, but wish I had more time with him.  I know he is watching over all of us and is with us all the time.  We love you so much Dad!  

We went to a new restaurant in China Town.  We are all getting sick of China Town, but since it was Craig's Day he got to pick and of course that is what he picked!  The place is way, way nicer than the place we normally go to and they had nicer wine, but the food was not as good.  It was still a great place and we all had fun.  

BBQ at the Brahams

My Mom was in town and we both Julia & Ethan were here so we had a BBQ.  We had corn on the cob, ribs, chicken and potatoes.  Here is a picture... 

Julia's 2nd Graduation Party

Julia had her 2nd graduation party this week.  This party was for all the 8th graders and it was supposed to take the place of each 8th grader having their own party.  We thought it was a great idea.  I was sick so I couldn't go, but they had a great time.  

Dennis is in Chicago

My cousin Dennis was in town for two days so he hung out with us on Sunday night.  It is always great seeing him...we always laugh so hard!  My Mom is leaving for FL on Tues.  Craig's good friend Jon came over too...we love seeing him as well!  We grilled ribs, chicken, pork and corn on the cob. 

Mom's flowers

My Mom came in town before going to FL and hung out with us for a few days.  She brought very pretty flowers and a bottle of white and red wine for us.  My Mom is the BEST!  Thanks, Mom!  I love you so much!

Julia's Graduation & Party

Julia graduated from 8th grade!  We are so proud of her.  After the ceremony everyone went to the church hall and had drinks and cake as well as some professional pictures.  Then we headed to Carmichaels for the 8th grade party.  They had food, drinks, a basketball hoop and dancing.  My Mom took the boys home (Ethan's cousin stayed the night) at midnight and Craig, the girls (Julia's cousin was with us too) and I stayed out til 1am.  We NEVER do that with the kids, but since it was such a special occasion we let it slide.  What a great night!

We had fun with Julia's math teacher...