As mom headed back from SR, dad was doing more prep for future parties, Cienna went to the flower fields with friends after a hair cutting party for beautiful pictures, and Kaylee was paddle boarding with friends. The next week was the last formal chorus concert for the girls. They honored all the seniors and put on a beautiful performance as always.
The next weekend we all went to the Acro and Tumbling National Championship competition in Azuza. Kaylee did amazing driving the way there. We met up with a few of Cienna's future teammates and coach who were also there watching. It really got her excited for what's to come! Afterward Cienna headed to join Evan for his School Athlete Dance which was Cowboy themed.
The next Day had fun going to a Galaxy Game with some of the Bakx's and Scott. Meanwhile Kaylee, with a fixed paddle board went back to the bay. Then we all celebrated Roaklee's Birthday before a huge next weekend.
Dad went to Michigan for Eric and Mary's wedding, Mom and Cienna went to Idaho for Western's and Kaylee stayed at home to hold down the fort, take care of Roaklee, and attend all the parties that the rest of us were missing.
Michigan: Dad took off Wed. morning to meet up with Poppa and the Marty's. Thurs. they headed to the Ford museum and did some more site seeing. The Kyle's soon joined. That night was the the rehearsal dinner at local Italian restaurant and had some amazing deserts. Mark and Mike got up early Friday morning to meet up with Erik, Greg and his groomsmen to play some golf. Let's just say Mark is happy they played "better ball" The wedding was that night and was super beautiful. The weather held out and you could tell that Erik and Mary knew not only that they loved each other but felt super loved from those around them. Mark loved being with family on such a special occasion and we were all happy for him to pass on our love as well. Saturday they headed to brunch with the wedding party and on to there next hotel in downtown Detroit. Did some more site-seeing downtown and had Detroit-style pizza at Buddy's. The next day was Mark's Birthday. He felt pretty lucky to be spoiled by those around him. They went to a Detroit Tigers Game where he learned that he was sharing his birthday with the mascot. Mary's brother ended up catching a foul ball and gave it to Mark as a gift right before catching another one!!!! WHAT? Then they all got props on the jumbotron for Erik and Mary's wedding as well as Mark's birthday! Not to mention the Tiger-tail corn dog, which looks absolutely delicious to pretty much nobody : ) But must taste alright?
Idaho: Mom and Cienna left that afternoon. We had a couple stops on the way to Boise, but it was a pretty smooth trip other than maybe a high speed walk to another gate. Got to Boise just after midnight but had a great nights sleep. Got up just in time for continental breakfast before Cienna's warmup practice at the Idaho Central Arena. Practice went great and she made new friends from our Region (1)! We headed back to the hotel to change before going back downtown for some Mediterranean food. That night was also the Welcome party for all the gymnasts. They did some line dancing and got to all socialize.
We had the next two days to spend in Boise together before competition on Sunday and heading home. We went big on Friday with a hike up Camel's Back Park in Boise. Then we wanted to go bigger and looked up the nearest waterfall hike. It was an hour away, through some private roads, and off the beaten path, but we got there and it was beautiful. Strangely we actually ran into another gymnast (and her coaches and dad) who is not only competing with Cienna the following day but will be her teammate in Manhattan next fall! We then went for another walk near the hotel after a bit of relaxing along the Greenbelt, which included a strip near Boise State. We noticed a cool restaurant along the way, which we went to later for dinner.
Saturday we woke up late and went to watch a fellow Y gymnast that is also on the gymnast board compete. Along the way we found a cool coffee shop, a farmers market, and a famous "Freak Alley". We then did a self tour of Boise State, then wound down after dinner getting ready for competition the next morning. The day was as beautiful as the whole trip and we headed off after packing knowing we were headed to the airport straight after. Cienna had such a great time through the whole experience. Camaraderie and sportsmanship was the entire theme of the competition. Not only did she compete well, but she had experiences with other gymnasts that she will never forget. She even got to enjoy the senior recognition and after pictures without having to jet off to the airport too soon since mom booked a flight that was a bit too early if everything wasn't run so efficient, but it was and we had an easy time getting back home as well!
Back at Home: Kaylee had it all under control. She planned everything out ahead of time. Would have been easier if it was a month later when she would already have her driver's license, but it wouldn't have been as much fun : ) She organized rides from school and back whether it was early for Chamber or normal time. She had a different ride for each way to and from gymnastics, she luckily also was taken in for the evenings by the Marshall's as one of their own. Even when some rides fell through she was able to make new plans and contact some backups. She was very appreciative of all that we're there for her and we are so lucky to have such a great support system. Meanwhile she studied for her AP World History Test which she got 5/5 on Saturday morning before she helped set up for Mac's 50th birthday party. Actually got confirmation that she was a big help (truly not surprising, she's good like that). She then got to attend and represent all of us at the PeeWee Herman themed party. Meanwhile she made sure to feed Roaklee, take him on walks and take care of herself and the house the entire time we were gone.
I guess Prom prep should be mentioned first. But backyard stuff is a close second since it involved getting the hot tub delivered and functional. Meanwhile, mom also somehow got all insulation done in the garage. Ok, back to prom prep. Kaylee did Cienna's nails, then the day before was a flower bouquet/boutonniere making party at the house. That afternoon Dad took Evan and Cienna to the beach for pictures. Next day was prom and Cienna went with friends to Ranch Los Cerritos for a boat load of amazing pictures before getting all together at a friends backyard for a catered dinner. They were all picked up by a luxury bus and headed to Hanger21 in Fullerton for to continue their fun time enjoying their last dance together as high schoolers.
The hot tub in, insulation done, it was time for drywall. First up was the ceiling in the garage of course. Took all Sunday but we got it done! We also managed to have fun in the meantime and went soaked in the hot tub after.
Unfortunately we ended up in Urgent Care on Monday after an incident with Cienna at practice but she's good and she's amazingly strong. She's recovering and only getting stronger. Girls continue to work in ASB promoting end of school activities, we keep on keeping on with drywall in the garage every moment, with Roaklee's help.
Moving forward together, but enjoying each moment together is the theme of our lives right now!
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