Jayson's 2nd Birthday

We celebrated Jayson's birthday and Jaylin's birthday part 2 with the sharks at the Shark Reef in Mandalay Bay


But First we had Under the Sea Ramen at the house

And Candy Sushi...fun idea for you moms out there or adults too :) Sushi was made of pound cake, frosting, coconut and fruit roll-ups, then topped with gum drops, fish gummies and twizzlers

Surprised the kids actually ate most of the silly food...they had to add lots of salt and parmasean cheese for taste, since we didn't use the ramen powder

The whole DeGuzman clan came to Vegas to help celebrate. Luckily Jayson's birthday falls on Memorial Day weekend

Jayson at the sting ray pool. He was too scared to touch

Can't believe this big boy is 2 already!

Jayson praying for his food...hopefully he's praying that he will be a good boy for the day...that's what I usually pray for :)

Lake Las Vegas

That same weekend after Jayson's birthday, we also celebrated the homecoming of Uncle Rommel.

We took him to Jazz on the Lake at Lake Las Vegas. He was in Iraq for 10 months...We're so proud of you Rommel!

The kids had a good time having a picnic for dinner and running around playing in the grass

Jaylin's Birthday

Jaylin wanted another pool party this year!

She was very specific with her food too, she said she wanted Sushi, egg rolls and pansit...so of course Lola took care of it...she made Jaylin the whole tray of Sushi herself

and she wanted cupcakes, cookies and strawberries...so had to throw in the chocolate!

The 4 D's, Daphne, Dale, Darlene and baby DJ came to join us

The Julians, so nicely dressed and matchy in brown, so cute!

Jaylin in her risque bathing suit

Jaylin also picked her own cake from Cold Stone which was soo good, red velvet with cake batter ice cream

Pinata time!

Cute little DJ wanted to put the candy back in the pinata

After swimming, with their friends from school

Uncle Stace with Jayson and Christian...future basketball buds!

The girls playing with Jaylin's new bratz dolls after the party

Mom Day

Mother's day was pretty nice, Jay and Jayme woke up early to prepare BBQ

While Jaylin and I made bracelets for her upcoming birthday guests...it was addicting, I could just make bracelets all day!

Then we took Gabby for a walk...yup, they actually make bunny leashes

Cousins birthday in the bay

We started out the month with a quick road trip to Auntie Sheila's for Maddie's 2nd birthday and Marc's 8th birthday

It was at the new park in Evergreen
There was even a guest fairy to come play with the kids

Jaylin loved her, she was so amazed that she was a real fairy and couldn't believe that she really flies :)

Don't they look like animals on the animal planet channel or something...

like gorillas or monkeys :)

Tippie's Bridal and Bachlorette Weekend

Tippi had a beautiful bridal shower at the California Cafe in Los Gatos...

followed by...

Bachlorette Party!!!

Rode up to the city in style, Amanda and Nina hooked it up with a SUV limo

We first had dinner at Asia SF, then of course dancing, dancing and more dancing!

Love you Tips!

Thanks for planning everything Mands and Nin!

My Birthday

At first I was dreading my birthday...not because I'm not happy with my life, I couldn't be happier, I am thankful everyday for God's blessings. It was only because 30 is just old, no offense to my family and friends over 30 :) I was just feeling like I haven't done enough... you know, haven't seen the world yet...

Close friend Diana said, "you have 3 beautiful kids, loving husband, good career, girlfriends that love you and much more and the reason we both have such happy families is because we have such happy marriages" and that in itself is a huge accomplishment.

Cousin Tip said you get smarter when you turn 30!

Thanks for the pep talks girls! I guess I was just being a drama queen about the whole thing. I thanked Jay because I realized that I may not be the youngest and prettiest girl in the world, but at least my husband makes me feel like I am. I wish this for all girls! And it's not just because I have a family that I have done so much, but its the way I have a family, a happy one because Jay and I grow stronger every year...even when we drive each other crazy :) And I have the best family and friends, because without their support and help with the kids Jay and I wouldn't be where we are today!

So, I guess if all I have left to do is see the world, then I am pretty lucky. So, if you are reading this, that means you have affected my life in someway over the past 30 years! Thanks everyone!

On with the fun stuff...My birthday started off with Spa Day #1 at the Green Valley Ranch Resort in Las Vegas, a wonderful gift from my sisters...followed by lunch and shopping with Dee, shopping funds provided by mom :)

Spa Day #2 was with Kay! Since, we are only ten days apart, we were able to celebrate together at the Lansdowne Resort in Virginia. The last time we had a joint birthday was when we were five :) After we got our massage and were waiting in the lounge for our facials, we were surprised with champagne, cake and the sweetest note from Tippi and Rick!

Isn't the cake so cute!

And on the actual day of my birthday, a crazy family dinner at Maggianos

Got to see some of the girls while I was in the bay. I was so excited...Loan got me and Di Sprinkles cupcakes for our birthdays...Tyler and Ethan helped us blow out the candles.

Fun Stuff

Jayson loves his new ears!

sent from Auntie Aubrey along with some other fun stuff

The girls dancing to their bella cheerleading video. Outfits also provided by Auntie Aubs previously

The girls also got a visit from their best friends from southern CA. They got to have dinner and go swimming with them.

Dinner at Chilis for Jayme's school fund raiser. She loves ribs!