~Bentley's 4th Birthday Party~

The three of us. Wow Bentley's almost half my size!

I made him a cupcake baseball cake. It was really easy and I loved how it turned out.

He wanted a Colorado Rockies party. We served hot dogs, chips and peanuts. I meant to have his party at the park, but the weather was awful. It was snowy and cold. The next weekend it was in the 80's! It worked out perfect at my friend Desiree's house.

This was a semi warm half hour. We let the kid's burn off some energy. They were chasing a football (not baseball) the Dad's were throwing.

He was having a blast!

We invited Bentley's class. Every time one of his friend's came he would give them a big hug. So fun for him. I'm so glad he's made such good friend's. Preschool is the best!

He cracks me up.

The pinata was a hit. The kid's just loved to whack it over and over.

Making their own party bags. Anything to make it easier!

Happy Birthday to you Bentley!

He opened lot's of great presents. He gave hugs after every present he opened. He's so sweet sometimes.

It turned out perfect except the change of location. I love giving him birthday parties. He so worth celebrating every year!

Bentley giving Uncle Tom a hug good bye.

Happy 4th Birthday Bentley!

Wow we made it to four! He has changed and grown so much in 4 years. He really is the greatest little boy and we couldn't ask for more. You amaze us everyday. We love you Bentley and are forever grateful that your ours!

A few great things about Bentley:

• He can write his name, letters and numbers so great!



• He still loves baby dolls, so sweet.



• He swings all by himself.



• His feet are size 12 and extra wide!



• He can rhyme any words!



• His new favorite toy is a whoopie cushion. He could sit on that all night and laugh and laugh!



• He loves to sing Sugarland's "Stuck Like Glue."



• Doughnuts are his forever favorite treat.

So many things to remember. Love him!

~Grandma's Funeral in San Luis Obispo~

Uncle Steve, Mom, Aunt Mary and Uncle Tom. Uncle Steve is holding Grandma's Urn.

Mom was presented with the American Flag for Grandma. It was very special.

It was a really beautiful funeral and my Uncle's told some cute stories about Grandma.

After the funeral we all went to Avila Beach to scatter some of Grandma's ashes and enjoy the ocean.

Our extended family! Loved being with everybody!

Of course I loved being with My Mom, Mike, Irene, Naomi and Diego!
We all need to come back soon!!

This is our cousin Kyle. Diego loved him!

~Remembering Grandma Hildebran~

Grandma's Obituary
Marilyn E. Bovee Hildebran passed away Saturday April 9, 2011, at the Veterans Home of California in Yountville, Calif. A seventh generation California native, she was born in February 1925 in San Luis Obispo to Maxine and Fred Bovee. Marilyn "Sally" was one of nine children. She attended local schools and graduated from San Luis Obispo Senior High School in 1942. She worked as an usherette at the Obispo Theatre, bookkeeper, ticket/reservation clerk for the Southern Pacific Railroad and was the Assistant Tax Collector for the City of San Luis Obispo. During World War II, Mother joined the U.S. Marines. She was a secretary for a General at headquarters at Camp Pendleton and was one of the few lady Marines at the Veterans Home. In addition to a long working career, she was a member of the Waves, Sweet Adelines, Atascadero Art Society and was in the choir at the Atascadero Community Church. Mother loved to sing and garden, and was always there to help friends and family. She was a beloved mother to her four children. Sally is survived by her children Steven J. Hildebran (Marlene) of El Cajon, Calif., David T. Hildebran (Holly) of Colorado Springs, Colo., Susan J. McCrary (Kevin) of Clinton, Utah, and Mary Jo Berg (Scott) of Atascadero; 10 grandchildren Darren Ott, Ryan Hildebran (Jessica), Heidi Rodriguez (Brandon), Justin Hildebran, Michael McCrary (Irene), Stevie Hildebran, Tawny Harmston (Ben), Naomi McCrary, Erik Berg and Kyle Berg. She is also survived by great-grandsons, Owen, Justin, Bentley, Joey, Maddox and Diego; numerous nieces and nephews; sisters and sisters-in-law Frances Broerman, Mary Souza, Evelyn Bovee and Karlene Bovee; brother and brother-in-law Donald Bovee and Ken Jones. She was preceded in death by her parents Maxine and Fred Bovee; sisters Eleanor McGrath and Florence Jones; and brothers Fred Bovee Jr., Jim Bovee and David Bovee. A graveside service will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, April 26, 2011, at the San Luis Cemetery. Memorial donations can be made to the Arthritis Foundation .
Published in San Luis Obispo Tribune on April 17, 2011

MuD!

Today at Desiree's we had just brought the kids home from school and of course they wanted to play. We gave them a hose and let them have at it. They made mud, and then had a very good sensory lesson with the mud. Bentley loved it! He could've squished it through his fingers for hours. So we had fun with MuD today!

We LoVe OuR zOo!

Bentley loves to ride the carousel at the Zoo. For 2 bucks it brings him lots of joy! I'm so happy and grateful to have such special time with just him! Its hard being me!

DiSnEy on Ice!

Bentley and I had a little date night at Disney on Ice! At the last minute I found us great tickets for a really good price! We had awesome seats and it was so much fun! They told all of the Classic Princess stories. Bentley loved the Genie, the Beast and Ursula. I loved it all! The big bangs and fireworks made Bentley jump( he gets that from me)! We had a really fun night and the next day we were off to Utah!

CoUsIn FuN in Utah!

For Bentley's Spring Break we went to Utah! It was perfect timing because Heidi, Brandon and Maddox were passing through on their way to Iowa. Thank you Elisa for making us feel at home while staying with you! We returned home sick but it was all worth it. Bentley and I have traveling alone DOWN! He is an expert at car rides. Bentley loves, loves, loves his cousins! Love to you all!

~St. Patrick's Day Parade~

Anna, Bentley and I.

We went downtown with Desiree and her girls and Aunt Holly and Owen to watch the annual St. Patty's Parade. It was soooo windy! If it hadn't been for the wind it would've been pretty warm. We left early and went to Mickey D's to warm up.

He cracks me Up!

So there are a few funny things Bentley has said lately. I have to write them down because I don't want to forget. First the other day I was doing the dishes and yes I speak out loud to myself often. I guess that's how I think sometimes. So anyways I was talking to myself and Bentley goes " Mom, who are you talking to?" I freeze and look at him with a smile and embarassment and say, "Myself." He starts laughing hysterically haha, "Your talking to Mommy, that's silly!" He's caught me almost everytime since then!
Then a few days ago we were at our friend's house and I was busy talking and I was tuning out him calling my name, Mom, Mom, Mom, Mom. So Ronnie started copying him, Mom, Mom, Mom, Mom, Mom. Bentley walks over with the biggest dirty look on his face. We all stop to listen to him and I'm hoping its not going to be too mean. He said, "Ronnie, that's my job!!!" We were laughing so hard. That is not what I expected him to say. The things he's been saying lately really crack me up!

Skype

Bentley loves to Skype! A few weeks ago he talked to Brock and Brody and they loved it! They wanted to see all of his toys and they just hung out. At one point Brock said "I'm going to go ask my Dad if I can come over." He came back and said, " He said I can!" Too bad we're 600 miles away Brock! It would be fun to have them come stay with us sometime. A couple weeks would be perfect!

2*15*11 Bentley's First Swim Lesson's!

Bentley started swimming lessons yesterday. He goes Tuesday's and Thursday's for 30 minute sessions. He loves it!! At first he didn't want to rinse off before he got into the pool, but some how

I talked him into it and he got right into the pool and into the lessons without hesitation. He said today, "Do I get to go swimming today?" He can't wait for tomorrow! I really want to keep him

in them year round because I think its a great life skill for him to know. Yeah for Bentley!

Making "Valentine" Cookies!

Bentley loved this! He said "Mom making cookies is my favorite. I love you!" I even let him lick the beater, that was my favorite part about making cookies when I was little! They turned out delicious as Bentley would say!

Preschool Pajama Day!

He was so excited to wear his PJ's to school. He chose his football ones. He knows exactly who "his" team is and he showed everyone! It will be funny someday if he doesn't like his Dad's team!