Big Day!

Yesterday was a very BIG day in the Conde household. Our new niece has arrived, and not in the "usual" way! Cathy and Leo are in China picking up Olivia, their newly adopted daughter. She is 2 1/2 and precious. We are so happy and blessed to have her join our family.

Also, Emma, Nicholas, and Dylan had their first day of school. Emma is in 7th grade and the boys are in 4th. It makes me feel really old to see how fast they are growing up. Time flies!

Summer Fun

I'm writing this post from beautiful Breckenridge, CO. We got here late last week and have been relaxing, enjoying the break from the awful Texas heat, and enjoying some quality family time. We took an amazing hike through McCullogh Gulch yesterday. We hiked up to a glacial lake between Mt. Quandary and Pacific Peak. Even Oliver joined us for the trek - he was amazing!! This morning I sent my man off fly fishing, which is a passion for him he doesn't get to pursue in Texas. It is a rare treat for him, and it makes me so happy that he can take some time to do it here. And, he looks so cute in his fly fishing outfit!!! We are getting ready to leave tomorrow for a few days of camping in Rocky Mountain National Park. The kids are so excited. Tent camping is not something we can do in Texas, so it will be a great experience for everyone. I'm truly excited about visiting the park - it is one stop in Colorado we haven't made yet. I can't wait to see the elk, moose, bighorn sheep, and whatever else we might see. We plan to do some fishing, hiking, and relaxing. I am so grateful for this time we have together, away from everything else. I will post pictures when I can.

World Series

The whole family had a blast at the boys' World Series in Sulphur, LA. The Warriors fell short at the end, but Nicholas and Dylan played some amazing baseball. It is amazing what they can do at 9 years old. The love they have for the game is something special. They had so much fun hanging out with their friends for the week at the hotel and the fields. Emma had fun with her friends too. I think she had one of the little girls on her lap for the entire time!! I'm almost sad that baseball is over for about 6 weeks, but we all need a break.

Happy Father's Day

Happy Father's Day to the most amazing father and husband anyone could ask for. Marcelo, you are the best!!!! We are so blessed by your love, generosity, and strength for all of us. We all love you more than you know.

Kid Pitch

This weekend the Warriors played in a kid pitch tournament for the first time. Prior to now it has been coach pitch. It was definitely a new experience! Nicholas got to pitch the 1st inning on Saturday, and the last inning and a half on Sunday. Dylan got in two-thirds of an inning in our last game on Saturday.

I have to say it is nervewracking to a whole new level to watch your child pitch! They lost all 3 games, but did very well for being a full year under everyone.

Can't wait until next year!!!!

Fun Weekend!

We traveled to Austin last weekend with the Warriors for a tournament. We had so much fun - it was a fantastic way to kick off the summer. The kids were so excited to be out of school, and even more excited to get away for the weekend. The team played well, but didn't advance very far :( However, we had a blast hanging out with all our Warrior friends. We took in a Round Rock Express game, which was a treat. Go Johnny!!!! We can't wait for the next out of town tourney in Louisiana. We are blessed to have a great team and a great group of families to spend so much time with.

Kamanawanaplaya

Here are some fun pics from Kamanawanaplaya (basically 6th grade Field Day). This was an extremely hot, but fun day. The kids got so wet and muddy that they were required to leave school in a trash bag :) They had a blast and it was fun to watch them all get messy and wet. I really enjoyed hanging with my tennis friends that also have 6th graders. It was a fun day for all. Emma is SO tired out!