Graduation Day from USM

I went back to school when I ws 7 months pregnant with baby Gus and it was the best decision I ever made. 2 years later, I graduated from University of Santa Monica with a Masters in Spiritual Psychology. Through this program I discovered my desire to want to help working moms step more into a life of balance, fullfiment and joy. 

Graduation Day was incredibly special, with the commencement taking place at Royce Hall (UCLA). I loved celebrating with my parents, Aunt Nancy, BK, MK and the girls.

The boys didn't come to graduation, but they were excited in their own way to have me done with school!

On the steps of Royce Hall with Shae and America

These ladies are uh-mazing - Anahita, Tara and Shae

Tara flew from Paris every weekend to finish up her Masters!

My friend Michael who was instrumental in helping me get CWM off the ground!

Dallas - a colleague, life long friend and incredible coach

I spent more time with these girls then anyone else (Shae & Tricia)

One of my dearest new friends Shae

Our beloved Matt, who is also Felix Godfather

Dr.'s Ron & Mary Hulnick

Dinner with dear friends from school

Shae, Cris and I

Tashion who we met through our beloved Chika, and has become a life long soul sister

Chris (Brazillian transplant to Fargo) suprised us and flew in for Graduation

This program required me to be away from my boys for 20 weekends, which meant John was a single parent for 20 weekends. I'm forever thankful for his support and encouragement along the way.

When I came home, I found this on the table. Levi had made me own DIY graduation hat!

Paradise Cove

My parents flew in for graduation weekend. 2 years later I celebrated my receiving my Masters from University of Santa Monica, in Spiritual Psychology and what an incredible ride. We kicked off the weekend by spending the day in Paradise Cove. The waves were close to 15 - 20 feet high...all though the boys couldn't swim, we loved watching them!

Levi is in Kinder!

It's hard for me to believe, but Levi is in Kinder! From the moment he started school, he absolutely loves it. He has two teachers who job share, and later to find out he's in the more academic class, so while he has quite a bit of h.w, he actually doesn't really complain. 

He still loves art, naturally loves resources, claims math is his favorite subject and the very best thing about Kinder is the day when you're President. You get to work the smart board, pass out papers, be the first in line....Levi's in hog heaven. His closest friend is Michelle, who was a good friend from preschool, but he doesn't seem to care about having a Best friend. He's still quite independant. 

 Mrs. Mollica and Mrs. Wickersham

Summer In Seattle

We spent 2 amazing weeks in Seattle visiting Family and Friends. There were many moments that felt like I was reliving my childhood.

I survived my first flight with all three boys by myself!

Swimming in the River with Grandmommy

One of the boys favorite things about Messie and PopPop's house is snuggling Poncho

Gussy warmed up to PopPop

Last jump off Baerwald's dock

I never get tired at staring at Baby Gus Gus sweet face and big lips

Blueberry picking with Grandmommy

The boys with Grandmommy

Visit with PopPop

On our way back from Chelan we took all the boys by PopPop Sr's for a visit. PopPop was so inquisitive about each boy and showed great interested and love towards them. It was so special to spend time with him and all the boys at his house.