Happy 18th Nicki!

My Nicki turned eighteen this past weekend. Where did the time go? We were asking her now that you are eighteen what are somethings you now can do? She said" I can buy lottery tickets, buy cigarettes (even though she doesn't smoke), serve her country in the military, and I am now responsible for my own actions". WOW, that made me smile. She is growing up!
We had a nice party here for her it was such a beautiful day. The weather was wonderful. The party lingered out on our new porch so we had lots of room. Her party started at 1pm and at 830pm the last guests were leaving. Even Dad stayed until 7pm. He had a good time talking to Derek and when his Mom wasn't looking, he would let him drink some of his homemade wine.Even Gavin had to get in the act. He wanted to know what Grandpa wine tastes like. He's just like his Grandpa!!!!!
After some wine Gavin needed some down time. Rick tried to get him to take a nap, but I don't think it ever happen. Maybe Rick wanted a nap too!Look at this cool center piece I made for Nicki. Cool huh?!?!!
Melanie and Geraldine were busy watching Kim and Jay carrying on. When them two get together all you can do is laugh! I believe they were talking about renting a 15 minute motel room. they are so crazy!

We had such a great day, that everyone wants us to get back together soon. Hi Kay!!! Isn't she looking so frinking good? You rock socks!!!!!


Thanks to everyone who join us for our celebration! You made it super special!!! We love you! Just a side note; Angela, Mike and kids were here, they left around 4 so Angela could go to work at the hospital. Well bad news, she started bleeding (she's pregnant, due in July). They flew her to John Hopkins Hospital in the ICU. I talked to her today the moved her out of ICU now and she's still bleeding, so they are giving her meds to try and help her. So pray for her and her little boy. Right now he is 2 lbs 4oz. they need to keep him in as long as possible.

Okay, now I need to get things ready for Saturday Night Crop. I have to see who is and who is not coming, then food and dessert. Always something to do. Until next time LOVE_YOU_MEAN_IT!!!!