Tuesday, June 10, 2008

Nashville Star Audition in Burbank California

The season of Nashville Star started last night. We were so excited to watch all the amazing singers. There were about 6,000 who auditioned in Burbank where Japheth did and only a few hundred made the cut. The "Nashville Star" 'ticket' that Japheth is holding is his ticket for day two of tryouts. He made the second cut and we were very proud of him. While we were there, we saw amazing talent and were very shocked last night to see, not so much talent! We could not believe who they had picked. The black guy who is on the show was actually at Japheth's audition and we think he deserves to be there. From the moment we heard him at the audition, we knew he'd be there. Japheth also knows the three sisters - he used to sing with them in a bar in Nashville. Other than that, we were pretty much disappointed. Japheth said he will try again next year if it doesn't conflict with fishing or hunting!
Addison was so good the whole weekend. The camera followed us around a lot and we are glad that none of it was aired.
Family photo. Not quite sure if baby is sleeping or just shy and closing her eyes. So proud of you Daddy!!! We love you and will always support your passion for singing.








Sunday, June 8, 2008

A day @ the Park...

I love my Andrew and he loves me!
Andrew has always been so good with Addison.
Daddy bbq'n some dogs! 1/2 were burnt but still good!
Kylie and Addison...truly adore each other!

Our new double stroller that Grammy picked up...kinda ghetto :)

Addison and Jase trying out their new limo.
I love this picture...look @ Addison's cute face.
Uncle Adam getting Jase.
Uncle Adam again but this time Addison doesn't look hapy she is being ignored!

Mommy didn't want me to go in this bounce house, but Daddy said YES. I had so much fun - I might talk my Mommy into getting me one for my Birthday! This was @ a family reunion we crashed today @ a park! It was fun.

I love water bottles!

I knew I would get the correct end.



I guess I'm a big cheese! Fake smile and all!

Just a few more from the wedding weekend!


Outside of the salon after we all got "fusia" toes! Well...Most of us!
Rehearsal Dinner @ Chevy'sMy new lil' sis! One of kelly's really good family friend!
The Bride Kelly and Me. I look very tired and bug eyed! oh well.
About 10 minutes before Kelly walked down the isle.


More Memories...

This is my best friend Kimmy, also known as "stink!" Maybe the name will be defined in a later blog. We had so much fun. Always there when I needed her - about 88 trips to the bathroom to fix my dress which was a nightmare of alterations~ Well worth it though!


I have no clue who this other guy in the picture is with us. Actually, it's Marcus (Kim NOT better half) She would be the best half! The four of us bonded in the photo booth. I think this photo session was the moment we were told - after the fact - that they would all be published on a website! Oh Lord. I am sure there will many other guest that will be much more ashamed.

Here is my beautiful friend Kelly Gloria and best friend Kimmy and myself. Half way through the night I tied my pink bow around my neck which helped all the 88 trips to the bathroom solved! I am sure Kim was glad about this. And it doesn't look half bad. Love you girls!!


I think this picture explains itself. I love this man with all my heart. He was part of Kelly and Dominic's special day as well. He sang two songs @ the ceremony and then wrote and sang their first wedding dance song titled "forever." I don't think there was one guest that didn't have a tear in his or her eyes! It truly was special.

6-7-8 Mr. & Mrs. Gloria

One of my best friends, Kelly Ricci (Gloria) married her best friend Dominic. I was a bridesmaid and was so honored to be part of their special day. I have heard the saying so many times, "there is never a perfect wedding day!" Before this day, I probably would have agreed; however, everything was absolutly perfect! From the weather, to timing to my husband singing, it just just an amazing event! They had a photo booth there which was so fun (as you can see from these photos). After I we took them Kelly announced that they would ALL be available for EVERYONE to see on a website! Oh well, it was fun!