The Real De La Paz Family

2010-08-31T13:58:00.000-07:00

Little Miss Bella Lee's first day of school.

2010-04-26T17:23:00.000-07:00

Some pictures from Kentucky....(I am back home now and Ben is still in Kentucky until Aug)

I loved how pretty it was in Kentucky.

This was on the way to Fort Knox

We went to the Louisville Zoo.

The day before we went to the Zoo. Gus hit his head on the corner of the computer desk. Each day it looked worst and worst.

2010-03-31T16:40:00.000-07:00

Now that we have been in Fort Knox a couple of weeks, we are more settled in and I can find my way around the post, we are having a good time.

At a Easter egg hunt on post.

Meeting the "real" Easter Bunny

Bella is wearing a hat of my new favoritate place to eat out here.

"Steak and Shakes"

They have the best shakes and they have a good sandwich I like.

This is for you Melanie Stephenson.

Your nieces are so very cute and we love to play with them.

This is Ben's tank

M1 Abram

The kids love how there are tanks "everywhere". We have to stop by all of the tanks and check them out. Gus always says "Theres a shot gun and I wanna a shoot it" He also calls his bike a " Tank Cycle".

We went bowling

2010-03-01T19:34:00.000-08:00

This is what it looks like in Kentucky
Our apartment building.

Cute kids having a great time here. They are actually doing very good and they like it here so far.

The laundry room is in the basement of our apartment. There is one single washer and one single dryer for twelve apartments rooms. I am a little worried about not getting to have a turn using the washer and dryer, but Ben says a lot of Men pay someone to do there laundry so not many people will use them. We will see. I did four laundry loads today and I had no problems having them to myself for a couple hours.

My little helpers. They never go to far.

Kinda dark, and cold down there. It is a good thing this is a military post or I would never go down there. ** Meaning I feel very safe on the post**.

Living room

My lovely kitchen back there.

The bedroom for four. Poor Bella and Gus have to sleep on the floor next to our bed. They share a twin mattress. So far it has not been to bad. They have been sleeping through the night and sleeping in until 10:00 everyday.

Ben has the biggest room out of all of us. He has himself all setup. Ready for lots of studying.

So far we are liking it here in Kentucky. But it is a little cold here for us.
We miss you all.

2010-02-07T18:37:00.000-08:00

Look Everyone!!!!!

I have updated my blog.
The De La Paz family is doing great and we had a happy and safe holidays.

I am going to go straight to what we have been up to.

Bella started a ballet class. She is always dancing around the house practicing for her ballet class. She is always saying mommy, mommy watch me do this dance move. Its so fun to see her learning some talent and using her coordination. (balancing on one foot) Pretty good Bells.

Look at Gussy pose.
Bella has two cousins in her class and a friend she already knew.
This was after class, playing on the lizard.

Not much, but it is a start right.

2009-06-03T15:18:00.000-07:00

We had a fun family vacation with our friends. We went to the BEACH, HOLLYWOOD, and DISNEYLAND. Check out our fun pictures.

2009-05-24T09:08:00.000-07:00

Ben is "30"
It is official I have an old husband. I had such a good time celebrating his birthday. I celebrated all week long for him. I decorated someplace different everyday with Happy Birthday "I am turning 30 signs". I did the house, the office at work, and the motorcycle. I gave him a present everyday. I made him his favorite desserts flan and cream puffs. I went all out for this big birthday to make it a special one.

I asked Ben what he thought about being "30". If he was sad, or felt old. But he was actually very up beat and happy about it. He said "I am where I want to be for 30 years old. I went on a mission, graduated from college,married in the temple, have two beautiful and healthy children, own a business, and is in the Army". When he said those things it made me feel better about him being 30. I agree with him, he has accomplished many good things.

The Wax Museum In Hollywood.

We were in Hollywood for his birthday.

2009-05-12T20:44:00.000-07:00

Happy Mother's Day to me....
I am very thankful for my two sweet children. They make each and everyday a memorable one. I had a great Mother's Day thanks to them. Husband thanks for the ironing board, its just what I wanted.

2009-04-15T15:16:00.000-07:00

Mexican Riviera Cruise ( Cabo, Mazatlan, La Paz)

7 days of heaven

Not much to say besides Ben and I had a blast!!!
We left the kids at home and went with some very fun people. (My Ma, Pa and Brothers and Sisters).

Sister's

Karaoke

In Cabo. Lovers beach is behind us. We did not get to visit the beach because we went on a zip line, rock climb, rope bridge, and rappelling excursion tour.

Mazatlan

La Paz
The ocean was so beautiful and clear.

The sisters

The brothers

A very old cathedral in La Paz

Down town La Paz

On the boat

One of our formal nights

2009-03-20T08:17:00.000-07:00

We made it home

Our countdown is complete.
We pick up Ben at the airport at 7:00. Family and friends will be there to see him, then we will probably get dessert or dinner to visit with him. Of course we are all very excited and happy that Ben did so good and he was healthy and safe.
We had a great time in Elko for almost six weeks, spending time with family. They helped the time go by fast. I love the way you feel at your parents house. They always make you feel welcome and comfortable.Giving me peace and comfort when I was having a hard time with the kids and was very worn out. We really had a great time and we did many fun things.

We visited Grandpa Tucker
"Thanks for the fun Hotel and weekend Mom & Dad"

Went on a road trip to Idaho Falls to see my nephew Clancy play in a basketball tournament.

Played in the freezing cold snow

The kids and I miss are Mikala

Me and My niece Alex.

Cousin Tate came to visit. They are two weeks apart.

Relax time

Nephew Spencer going to town. "looks good"

2009-02-13T18:18:00.000-08:00

Nothing more romantic then flower's from your soldier.

The past few day's I was telling my sister. Wouldn't it be so cool if I got flowers from Ben. Knowing there is no possible way he would be able to. I don't even get to talk to him on the phone so how was he going to have time or place to order me flowers. But he was able to and was I so happy and surprised. It made me miss him even more. I know right now he is working so hard and things are very tough, he still thought about me. The kids got a special deliverer for Valentine's day. I told them it was from there daddy. They were so excited, mostly for a present.

Gus got fun new toys for the tub.

Bella finally got her movie. She is in love. Diamond Castle

2009-02-12T12:12:00.000-08:00

It Finally Happened!!!Bella cut her hair and her friend Dylann's hair. Bella said her hair was crazy so she cut it. Luckily it was just bangs she cut, because they both have long hair. We just had to fix there bangs. I felt real bad that Bella cut her friends hair , I am glad Dylann and her mom don't hate us. Bella was very upset because I was mad at her and Dylann

was happy she was not the one who did the damage or was in trouble.

We Miss You Dylweed

2009-01-27T22:11:00.000-08:00

It has only been a few days and....

My kids have been acting kinda funny.
Bella has been crying in the middle of the night and she is so upset. She does not want anything.She wont let me hold her. I ask her if she needs a drink or go to the bathroom and she does not response to me . She just cries and cries and I don't know what to do for her. So I put on a movie and she is still crying but finally settles down and watches the whole movie. I go back to bed, it is three in the morning. When the movie gets over she comes and gets in bed with me. She has done this twice. Another night she was sleeping with me, she peed the bed, completely soaking me.
Gus has been funny too. He has been waking up in the night and cries. Which he never does either. He has not wanted to take naps and he puts up a fight everyday. Today things started out really good. I took Bella to preschool and was looking forward to her being gone so I could get some things done. Right when I got home my brother in-law called me and as I was talking to him I went into the garage to get something and Gus was trying to open the door but locked the door locking me out of the house. Luckily I had me cell phone on me and made some phone calls. My sister in-law Trisha (Ben's sis) had a key to are house. Thank goodness she was able to being it to me right away. But she does live a half hour away. Gus was inside the house by him self for forty minutes. When I got inside a chair was against the door and he was playing on the computer and was very stinky. He did not even miss me or even know I was gone. I was banging on the door the whole time to. I could hear him playing inside so I knew he was ok.

We made a countdown until dad comes home for Bella. She places a sticker on everyday.

2009-01-22T09:17:00.000-08:00

Active Duty....

Ben left today for OCS (officer candidate school) where they will train him to become an officer. He is training in Alabama for 8 weeks, two weeks less then basic training he did in April. I am very sad my husband and father is gone. I thought it would be easier this time but it is not. I now know what to expect (1) I just miss him.(2) I hate being alone. (3) I am full full time mom. Which can be tough sometimes, you get tired of changing all the diapers, bathing and all the other thing that include taking care of two kids. (4) Taking care of the house and car problems.(5)Seeing him play with the kids. All his silly games,while I try to make dinner. (6) Hearing the motorcycle coming down the street and the kids yelling "open the garage daddies home". I am always so proud of Ben. He makes me want to be a better person. I know that he didn't leave us to go on vacation, he will be working very hard. So I need to stay strong for him and work just as hard for him and I will make it again through these eight weeks because I have something to look forward to, him coming home.

I am happy to have my house back....

Ben had army stuff everywhere. He took a lot more stuff then last time.

2009-01-14T19:41:00.000-08:00

Christmas at Nana's and Grandpa's

We had a great Christmas at Nana's and Grandpa's. All 5 of my brothers and sisters were there with spouses and kids making a grand total of 27. There was a whole lot of presents from Santa Clause. Bella and Gus were happy Christmas morning to see that Santa found them there in Elko. We were pretty worried he could not find us because all the snow.

Bella finally got her own princess bike. Every time we go to Walmart she wants to ride the bikes, and I let her but I always tell her we have to leave it there

Baby Alive that really pee's orange juice. She loves it.
Thanks Annie

Gus got motorcycles and a train set. He took along time to open presents because he wanted Ben to open the toys as he opened them.

2008-12-03T18:10:00.000-08:00

Gus has been so stinkin cute lately. He is 18 months old and very wild and crazy. He pushes the chairs around the kitchen getting into the drawers and then goes to the middle counter and cooks. Probably because that is what I do. Its a cute picture of him.

I swear this is brown marker. He thinks it is chap stick, because he does this with many things. One is a glue stick to. He loves chap stick.
Below Gus's new talents.

2008-11-21T15:03:00.000-08:00

I am a Party Animal

I saw Twilight at midnight and I loved it. I had such a great time with all my friends. We all bought are tickets two weeks before just to be safe. We met at TGI Fridays at 9 for appetizers. For me I started on the Dr Pepper because I fall asleep in every movie I see no matter what time it is or if it is a good movie or bad one. I had to stay awake for this one and I did it. We got to the movie theater two hours early and we had the best sits in the house. It was nice not to feel rushed we got popcorn, candy and more pop. We were all having a party, we were so excited. They was 13 people in are group.

2008-11-05T12:36:00.000-08:00

Cute Puppy

Scary Witch

Beware

Witch and Kitty Kat

Funny Halloween Party. Someone invited the old people, how nice.

2008-11-03T15:09:00.000-08:00

The Pumpkin Patch

We have started a family tradition going to the pumpkin patch. This was are second year going. The weather is very nice. We go with Ben's family. All the cousins are around the same age so they have a good time. Things to do at the Pumpkin Patch is a petting zoo, jump tent, slide, swings and lots of pumpkins of all shapes and sizes. This year was funner then last year. Gus was able to participate and he loved it. He was tougher then Bella. She still got scared of the swings and jump tent. I am glad to have a tough little boy.

Bella scared and Gus laughing so hard I thought he was crying.

Cousins

2008-10-23T22:56:00.000-07:00

How funny is this?
Bella is a little singer. She just got done watching Lion King for the tenth time probably. Trisha Tucker ( so weird saying that) let us borrow it. I was so sad to give it back (not). She had this song in her head and kept singing it over and over she was breaking out in a sweat.

2008-10-23T22:49:00.000-07:00

My cute kids having snack time. Gus and Bella are quite the little buddies.

2008-10-05T21:00:00.000-07:00

I loved this truck.

The Baywatch truck is what we called it. Even before I met Ben or even saw him, I would always admire his truck and would always tell myself I was going to marry who ever owned that truck. Then I finally met Ben not knowing yet he was the owner of the Baywatch truck. (We lived in the same apartment complex in college) I thought he was cute but he was mean to me. I told him I was from Winnemucca and he said that is not a real place your making it up. I found out that was his truck and was shocked and sad. I knew then he was to good for me. Anyways a couple months later he asked me out and that was that.

We gave the Baywatch truck to Ben's Dad and Mom for his brother and sister to drive. We never had any problems with the truck and it runs so good. We have had great times with the Baywatch truck and was sad to see it go. But it is getting a little worn out and tired and will be a perfect teenager truck. We are now looking for a new truck for us. Something bigger.

2008-09-25T11:29:00.000-07:00

I finally painted

I painted my kitchen, family room and entry way all in a week. I am still doing some touch ups.I am happy with the colors, I haven't painted until now because it is so hard to pick colors and being able to tell if it will look good. I am so happy it is done. I only fell off the ladder once spilling paint everywhere. I will never do a project or paint when the kids are a wake again. Tell me what you think of the colors? The kitchen was so hard because I did at least four coats of paint trying to get a green I liked.

2008-09-23T16:45:00.000-07:00

Our camera has been in the shop getting fixed for a couple of weeks. Many things have happened. One is.....

Bella started preschool the first of this month. She goes to a lady in our ward that does it out of her home. She lives very close by so that is nice. Bella goes twice a week for an hour and a half. She is really enjoying it. I am so proud of her , she always wants to come home and practice her letters and show me her work she did in class. My little girl is growing up.

2008-08-17T20:40:00.000-07:00

We are a real family now

We got our first pet……

It was Friday night, the kids and I had been home all day. When Ben got home I was thinking of something fun to do with the kids. The kids had each received ten dollars for there birthdays from family. So we went to the famous Wal-Mart to let the kids pick a toy. I walked up and down the isle with Bella touching all the babies and princess Barbie’s. We found a princess Barbie that she loved and Ben found a Motorcycle for Gus. We were going to the check out when we walked past the fish. So we took the kids over to look at them and they loved them. Bella no longer wanted her Barbie she wanted fish. So we got two ten cent fish, a fish bowl, and food for Bella’s ten dollars. Bella has done very well with taking care of the fish. I am happy to teach her responsibly. The fishes names are DROP DEAD FRED AND BARBIE RAPZUEL.

2008-08-05T10:21:00.000-07:00

Our First Date

We had are first date since Ben has been home. Of course we had to take the cycle. I am getting more comfortable on it. It was very hot and sweaty, and the hair was a mess. We went to dinner at Ben's favorite place PT PUB. It is a nice clean bar. Whenever we go out to eat Ben wants to eat there and wants to take the kids. They do let kids in before eight o'clock but they don't have kids menus or high chairs, I always think it is crazy to take the kids there. I usually get them a pizza. There is no smoking and they have a private eating place away from the bar. But they do have good food. Ben loves the wings. Anyway, after dinner we went to the movies and saw Batman which I did not want to see but ended up being really good. We were gone five hours it was a great break from the kids and to spend sometime with Ben.

2008-07-15T17:34:00.000-07:00

Cute Pictures from Lisa's Wedding

2008-07-01T09:50:00.000-07:00

My Soldier Is Home

I had the best time going to Lawton / Fort Sill, OK to pick up Ben. Everything went very well. Lawton is a very small town, so that made it easier to know my way around. Fort Sill where Ben was, was 3 miles away from Lawton. When I got to Lawton I rented a car, checked in to my hotel and then drove to the post where Ben was. I did not get to see Ben until the next day on Thrusday. I still wanted to drove around and see where to go so I would not get lost the next day. The family day started at 10:00 and we meet in a classroom where Ben's drill sgts talked about what they had been doing for 10 weeks. I really like it because it was very motivating and I am now a more prouder military wife. I still had not seen Ben yet I was so anxious now. Then they took us outside to see some drills they did. That was very neat, everything was very professional and right on schedule. They took us up to there Barracks (where Ben slept). That is where everyone got to see their soldier. The soldiers were in there dress greens (suits) standing by there beds. But Ben was not there. He was chosen by his drill sgt to be in a skit at the luncheon. So I just took pictures and drove to the other side of the post for the luncheon. That is where I finally saw Ben. The first look at Ben was he looked really different but very good. It was the best feeling again to be with him. We had lunch with everyone and then Ben was given a day pass to be with me all day. He had to be back by 9:00.

The first top picture with them all lined up was the drill sgts yelling at them before they could leave on there day pass. It was pretty funny. The drill sgts said don't go to a casino , strip club, don't drive a car , buy a laptop or cell phone. On and on. The soldiers kept saying yes drill sgt yes drill sgt. It was pretty cool.

Ben did awesome. He was a platoon guide. In one of the pictures he has his soldiers all line up and he is telling them what to do. Everyone knows who De La Paz is. So I was very proud to be his wife. Friday was graduation, and it only took an hour. So Ben went back and packed up and said his good byes. Ben was the only one leaving that day. We flew home back to vegas.

2008-06-16T21:19:00.000-07:00

People do you see my count down? It use to be in the seventies. You all don't even know how excited I am right now. Can't eat, can't sleep kinda thing. I am more excited I think now then when we got married. We only talk once a week for maybe ten minutes and lots of letters. I miss him so much. He has done so good and have worked so hard. He has passed all his PT tests and he is the Platoon leader so he has no voice from yelling so much. I leave to pick him up a week from Wednesday and I am going to leave the kids with Ben's fabulous family. Ben and I will get to be together all day thrusday for family day, he will show me around the post, and then he graduates Friday morning. Then we come home. I DID IT !!!!!!! The first of many to come.

2008-06-10T21:50:00.000-07:00

Bella is Three

Bella is wearing Gus's PJ's , her skirt and my sister in-laws belt

We made flowers out of cupcakes. Cute huh?
She is trying to blow up the balloon. Not working so much.
We had a princess party. Spencer you look cute.
Not a very good picture

2008-05-28T14:47:00.000-07:00

Gus is ONE

2008-05-18T15:26:00.000-07:00

Happy Birthday Ben

Ben turned 29 on the 17 . Happy birthday. Ben is doing so good. Five weeks down five more to go. I tell myself I can do it. I received a letter today oh his birthday and this is what he said. Today we practiced carrying wounded on our backs and dragging them around as if wounded. It was fun but tough. I have my weapon and 50 pounds of gear. Then I had to carry the wounded by myself while they have all there gear too. He said his back popped out and was very sore after. He was worried because he had a PT test. Which I think where they test him on stuff, like running and whatever else they are working on. He didn't know if he would be able to pass because his back. But he passed. Only ten passed out of forty-four. That is awesome. Ben says things are getting easier and they don't have to do so many push-ups. What a stud my husband. Thanks for your thoughts and prayers.

2008-04-28T21:25:00.000-07:00

What we have been up to

Grandpa gave Gus a cookie when I was not looking . He loved it . I was not to happy.Monday was the warmest it has been since we been here. Bella and Spencer rode their bikes to the park.

Bella and Spencer are the trouble markers. Bella had the best time.

Sister Tiffani sells Avon and we were trying some new product out. We are beauty queens.

Bella was practicing. She did or her cousin Mikala did it

Nana was babysitting on Saturday while I did a six mile walk with Alex (niece). She is getting ready for a trek this summer. She took Gus outside so she could do her yard work. He had a good time.

2008-04-22T21:51:00.000-07:00

Today was are first whole day. It is still a lot colder in Elko then what we are use to in vegas. It did warm up little to go on a walk which bella fell a sleep. Before we went on are walk, my sister Taniel the school bus driver was in town. She had brought the soft ball team over to Elko from Winnemucca to play. While they were playing there game she drove over to visit me and the family. So all the kids and I went on a ride around the block on her school bus. The kids loved it. We are having a good time and am doing good. We have talked to Ben almost every other day and he is doing fine. We miss him.

2008-04-14T14:34:00.001-07:00

Our Dad is Gone

We just took Ben to the airport. He will be gone ten weeks in Fort Sill, Oklahoma. We had a great last week together. We had a date night every night.
Monday we had dinner with are friends Ryan and Melanie.
Tuesday we rented Indiana Jones the third one.
Wednesday watched a couple episodes of Monk are favorite.
Thursday Ben's last day of work. Watched another Indiana Jones movie.
Friday SURPRISE PARTY . I though Ben a surprise party which he was very surprised. Family and friends were there.
Saturday spent the whole day together. We went to the army base just to check it out. That night Garrett and Trisha watched the kids and we went to a movie, and went on a short motorcycle ride to get the last Indiana Jones movie.
Sunday was a nice quite day together.
We did a lot of snuggling and spending a lot of time together. We had a great week. We will miss Ben a lot but we are thankful for the time we got to spent together. Ben was more sad then me at the airport see below. He only took a back pack.

2008-04-03T16:59:00.000-07:00

I had Faith

Today Ben is in Salt Lake for his physical for the National Guard. He left last night, and will be home tonight.
The kids and I went on a walk. I pushed Gus in a stroller and Bella pushed her babies in the umbrella stroller. We walked around the whole neighbor. It took us an hour. The kids were tired thirst and Bella needed to go to the bathroom.
We get back home, I had locked all the doors before we left and went out the garage. I closed it with the car remote and took it with me. I tried to open the garage door but it would not open.
I tired opening the remote and playing with it a few times still not getting it to work. I did not have a cell phone because Ben has mine and his is broken. I do have great neighbors that would let me use there phone but the only way into the house would be Ben and he is gone and Garrett has a key and he is in Disneyland.
We had been outside two hours now. The kids were really not happy. I knew one thing I could do, I said a great prayer. I took the remote apart again and put it together and pushed the button and it opened. I could not believe it. I should have done that in the first place. I know that my Heavenly Father was there for me and my kids today and I am so thankful, it was the best real feeling.

2008-03-30T19:25:00.001-07:00

Fun in the Sun in Vegas
We have lived in are house four years now and this is are first spring to have a backyard put in. I am enjoying the backyard so much already . We have broken out the kiddie pool and it is only March. The kids loved it, to get outside and play. Gus did not like the pool to much since it was not nice warm bath water. Bella was getting a nice tan while Gus was getting burned. Something I have not worried about with bella. Gus has my nice pale skin.

2008-03-28T13:15:00.001-07:00

Gus the Bus is ten months old.

Just a few pictures of him being cute. Right now I am going to teach him sign language. I taught Bella sign language and it was great. Instead of the babies getting mad and throwing a fit about not getting what they want, you teach them signs so they can communicate to and tell you what they want. It really works.

2008-03-13T13:49:00.001-07:00

HAIR DAY

Hair day is the day I do old Clients from the salon. Santa Clause gave this doll to Bella so it would occupy her while I am doing hair. Because before she was always wanting to help me do hair. Bella would steal my combs and clips. One time Bella grab the bleach brush and put it in her hair and bleached a little bit of her hair. I am very happy to have this doll. She puts whatever she wants in it and makes a HUGE mess but she leaves me alone.

2008-03-13T13:36:00.000-07:00

2008-03-13T13:17:00.001-07:00

COME EARLY, CHEER LOUD, WEAR RED
Bella had a Daddy daughter date, they went to the Rebels game.
I know they had a good time because the Rebels WON and the games are so much fun , Bella is the best cheerer. I enjoyed the alone time with Gus. Thanks Ben for taking her she loves the Rebels.

2008-02-25T23:03:00.001-08:00

Bella and Gus nine months old. Have been crawling a month and have found the plant. They both received there first spank ins. (NOT) Love my babies.

2008-02-25T22:49:00.001-08:00

Bella on the top at nine months old and Gus that is nine months old. Doing the same thing as his big sister. I like them to play there when I am cooking because I can always find them.

2008-02-25T22:27:00.001-08:00

Bella, Dylan (her best friend), and I had a fun Valentines Day. We first made sugar cookies and frosted them. Which the girls loved. Then we made candy necklaces out of clear plastic wrap and ribbon. We made extra necklaces for there other friends to. We had such a fun day. I enjoyed very much playing with the girls they are so cute and they make me laugh. These two girls love each other. Bella and Dylan have been friends since in the womb and have been inseparable.

2008-02-25T22:16:00.001-08:00

2008-02-18T21:48:00.000-08:00

Sunday Dinner

I wanted to make a nice Sunday dinner. I didn't make it to church for the reason of sick kids. So I had all day to prepare this. I need help from all you good cooks. I got a recipe for a lasagna from Kraft food&family magazine. I read the recipe and it sounded easy so I did everything it said to do. Except when I came to this.This is what it says exactly "Stir in spaghetti sauce. Pour water into empty sauce jar; cover and shake well. Add to skillet; stir until well blended. Adding water to sauce helps cook noddles . So you don't have to cook them before hand. It doesn't say how much water to put in the empty jar. I figure the noddles are raw so it probably needs a whole jar. I poured the whole jar of water in the spaghetti sauce and mixed well. Then I put it all together. It looked ok. I cooked for 45 mins. Just the right amount of time tell Ben gets home. When the time was done I opened the oven and I had lasagna soup. I was so sad we still ate it. So I want to know how much water was I supposed to put in? I am mad at the recipe!!! Are we just suppose to know how much water or am I the dumb one? Basically I will never use the recipe again.

2008-02-09T21:40:00.001-08:00

Today I gave Gus his first haircut. I just cut around his ears mostly . He was a very good baby when I did it. I was very surprised since I was holding his head the whole time. Also I cut bangs . I think I look younger.Bella loves to help me do dishes which I love because I like her to be by me. Bella does do a good job. I wash the dishes and she rinses. She tells me " GET ALL THE SOAPY OFF MOM" . Yes bella get all the soap off. But today she decided after we were done with the dinner dishes there was some bubbles still in the sink and she started washing her hair. She just kept on washing her hair over and over again. Bella kept saying "my hair is dirty got to wash it again ok mom".

2008-02-09T21:10:00.000-08:00

Whenever Bella is throwing a fit . Ben will take bella out to the garage to ride the motorcycle . She loves to sit on it because , Ben will turn on the motorcycle and ravit up and she honks the horn and pushes buttons. Ben is such a good dad he always knows how to make us girls happy.

2008-02-09T21:02:00.000-08:00

We went to the park Friday, we have had such good weather . Sorry for the people with a lot of SNOW. Gus in the swing for the first time.

2008-02-06T15:32:00.001-08:00

2008-02-06T15:25:00.000-08:00

2008-02-06T14:53:00.000-08:00

I am showing some Halloween Pictures because I don't think anyone got to see them. Bella was Princess Bell and Gus was just a nice and warm Pumpkin. One of the pictures Bella is with a dog, and she said look mom a bear. The dog could have been a bear it was huge. How funny?

The Real De La Paz Family

2008-02-05T21:56:00.000-08:00

We're the REAL De La Paz Family.
Our family is better than your family.
Our house is better than your house.
Our dog is smarter than your dog.
Our car is better than your car.