Sunday, March 15, 2009

We're still here!








Sorry, I know it's been awhile since my last post. Honestly, these days managing the blog is at the bottom of my list. Life is busy as always. Some great news though! T has finally moved up to competitive level in gymnastics! We are so excited for her. Her coach has been working with her for some time to get her ready. She's looking forward to competing in floor and beam. I think those are her two favorite events. Along with the prestige of being on team comes lots of sacrifice. T will be at the gym about 12 hours a week, which includes some ballet training. I've talked with her a lot about this and how she's going to miss out on a lot of the freedoms other kids have. I've asked her if she wanted to take a break and try something new. Her reply, "No mom. I want to do gymnastics." As she moves up in levels, the hours will also increase. I've debated about letting her take this path, but ultimately it's what she REALLY wants to do. And she's got a talent for it. I can't take that away from her. We'll see how it goes and if it's something that's really making her happy. That's all that really matters, I think.

Moving on....I've posted some pictures of our weekend with Aunt Me Me, my sister who came to celebrate her birthday at Disneyland. We always have a lot of fun with her. She is truly the life of the party. After a very crowded day at "the happiest place on earth", we spent Saturday in Newport Beach where we took the Balboa ferry over to eat at The Crab Cooker. My favorite restaurant on the planet! A great weekend with a great little sister! I love you Emilie!

7 comments:

Maren said...

Congrats to T! That is so exciting. It will be fun to see how she continues to develop her talent in gymnastics.

I'm glad Emily could come down for her birthday. Sounds like you had a great time together.

Still waiting for our little baby, and praying for tonight........

Vanessa said...

Seriously, Congrats T!!! That is so great that she has found something that she loves so much!!!
Love seeing the pics from your weekend, looks like a great time with sis!

TheKeilShpeel said...

Way to go T! You should talk to Sis. Packer in the ward. Her daughter is my age and she got to that point a long time ago where it was either train for the olympics(I think) or quit.. She might have some advice on the whole gymnastics thing. I think that's great though she's so dedicated and wants to do it.

Emilie said...

Yeah!! You finally posted new pics on the blog. Best weekend ever!! Thanks again for an amazing time!! Ang and I can't wait to come again. :)

Jeff and Holly said...

I bet you just love watching her! That is so great.
Disney Land, that sounds like so much fun. I really want to take my kids there soon.
I love the picture of your family at the top of your blog. Is that your house?

MooreInterest said...

Hey girl, we are back on! Finally. Your family has grown, your kids are georg! Can you believe these girls are 9 now? T is so darling!

Staci said...

That's great, Tatianna! We are so proud of you.

Are you guys still trying to adopt?