~Our 4th of July 2011~

 

Had a great fourth! We went to America the Beautiful Park and Bentley cooled off in the fountain. Then on the fourth we went to a Sky Sox game. It went forever! We left at about 11:15 pm. The fireworks didn’t go off until about 12:30 am. Glad we went home but sad we missed the fireworks show. We had a TON of fun while we were there! Bentley kept on getting lot’s of autographs, Ben caught baseballs and they bought lots of souvenirs. Going to the baseball game is Ben’s favorite thing to do and Bentley’s. We’re so happy to live somewhere to enjoy it!

We are the Eagles!

 

Ben and I decided we wanted to coach his very first sport T Ball. Haha real funny. Anyone ever coached 15 four and five year olds? It has been busy and time consuming but that’s what parenting is about right? We have enjoyed it and I have Parents/Grandparents compliment and thank us at every game about how great we are with the kids and how much patience we have. Funny thing we were like wow never again, but as of last night Ben and his buddy now want to coach soccer. Go for it Sweetie! Bentley has loved it and has improved in the last four weeks. The little ones really crack me up. Its all for fun!

~ 4 Year and Father's Day Pictures~

This one is my favorite! I just love his smile!

For Father’s Day I took Bentley out to take pictures of him. We made sure we had “Dad's team” on Bentley’s shirt. Then we made a collage of them, framed it and that was Ben’s present. Bentley was so good for me. The end of the shoot is funny because he’s definitely losing interest. His faces crack me up! I love them all. Now we have 4 year pictures of him!

Give a Little Whistle!

Last night we were outside playing and blowing bubbles and Bentley learned to whistle by blowing bubbles! I said, “Bentley your whistling!” He was so proud. He loves the song Give a Little Whistle on Pinnochio so he loves that he can whistle like Jiminy! I told him to lick his lips a little and that helped even more. Still love these firsts moments.

~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