It's the little things in life that make me happy!

So I LOVE going to my blog now and it is not because I enjoy looking at pictures of all the people or dog who is in my life but because I added FEEDJIT LIVE TRAFFIC FEED. I have had people visit my page from Australia, Paris, Washington, New Jersey, California (obviously) and Michigan (another given. I don't know why this makes me so happy, but I want to start keeping track. If you know anyone who lives in a crazy place like Timbuktu send em my way! So what is a little thing in your life that makes you happy?

Just a little bit of Cali!

Accomplished...with a question.

Usually on Saturdays Luciano is either working or we are running around doing mundane errands and cleaning. Today is a very different Saturday, well sorta. Luciano is actually still working but I don't have any errands to run and the entire house is clean. (All of our clothes are even put away) Right now I am smelling a yummy cookie/ice cream scented candle burning with the sounds of the dog snacking on his food. So peaceful....
On another note I do have a question to pose...Does anyone else get completely annoyed and or stressed out at Wal-mart/Costco? Now let me preface this... I love shopping, I don't even have to buy things when I go shopping...I just love looking at new things...except when it comes to Wal-mart or Costco...(tarjay is different, I enjoying spending time at target)...so back to the vortex of craziness. I just don't understand why I loathe Wal-mart and Costco so much, is it the crying and complaining of children, the random crap that they try to sell at these establishments (do any of us really need 4 lbs of bacon), or it is the unhappy cashiers. These are just a few things that I think of when it comes to shopping at these money saving stores. Does anyone have any suggestions as to how to get past my aversion to these places? so to end this blog in a peaceful mode, I thought I would add a cute picture of Jack in his bag. He goes most places with us and even when he doesn't have to go in his bag, he hops in on his own...so cute! Enjoy your weekend, whatever you may do!

Birthday Extravaganzas

It seems as though most of my posts have been about birthdays!! Well today is my husband's birthday and he started his new job with Ameriprise Financial! I am so PROUD of him. He has worked so hard this past year to take tests and classes to even begin to be a financial planner! So here is a pic from his first day! He is so cute!!
HAPPY BIRTHDAY LUCIANO GIOVANNI PRESTONISE!! I LOVE YOU!! We also went to Michigan this past weekend and surprised my mom for her 60th birthday! We surprised her on saturday by going into the restaurant she was having dinner at and then had 50 of her closest family and friends over for a birthday party on Sunday. My favorite pic is from Caribou Coffee!!
Luciano's Grandma lives in Michigan as well so we met her and his uncle tony for dinner on Monday. What a great time!!

Incredible, Special People

Okay so this story begins three years ago. I had the privilege of living with this awesome couple, Tim and Victoria for a few months before Luciano and I got married. They opened their home and their heart to Luciano and I. As some of you may know planning a wedding can get very stressful. Well Tim and Victoria were so helpful and thoughtful during this time and continue to be such a blessing to Luciano and I. Victoria can take the most random things out of her fridge and make THE BEST meal you have ever tasted! She is the one who actually taught me to cook so that I enjoy it! Of course Luciano is very thankful for that! Victoria also inspires me because she is always thinking of ways that she can be a blessing to other people. Tim is also amazing! He is very quiet and observes what goes on, and he too has the kindest heart and will help anyone he can. He is always looking for ways to fix things or build things. He actually made rain fall at our wedding (it was indoors). He doesn't stop until the job is done. They are both such a smart and welcoming couple. They continually open their home to anyone and everyone! On Saturday they celebrated their 60th Birthday! I am so glad that they are apart of our lives. I wish we could see them more often! Tim and Victoria will always hold a very special place in my heart!

Celebrate Good Times, C'mon!

These were some of my favorite pictures from August 22nd!! Luciano and I celebrated our birthdays together, since they about two weeks apart! Just hanging out by our pool, enjoying the beautiful day!
Posing with my favorite gal gena bunky!!
I have known her since she was 9 months old!

Luciano's Parents, Mike & Maryjane and our good ol'(young) pal Marilee!!

Some of my favorite peeps!! The Wacksters, Holcombs, and Raya's!

Our favorite little brother and his saint of a mother!!
Me and my hubba hubba hubby!!

A week in the life.... give or take a day

So I have been taking pictures nonstop because I enjoy our camera so much! Nothing monumental has been happening, just enjoying life! So instead of blathering on I thought I would let the pictures speak for themselves!

Tuesday August 12th - Jack patiently waiting for treats that my mom sent from MI.

Wednesday August 13th - Jack confiscated a pot holder that my mom sent! It is now missing half of the hair and the tennis racket in the right hand is missing.

Thursday August 14th- Key came to hang with us for a few days! Jack loves him!

Friday August 15th - My husband brought home flowers for me! Yeah for thoughtful husbands!!!!

Saturday August 16th ( Really it was taken on Sunday) No pics were actually taken on saturday, but this can take the place of saturday since I was going to post two pics for sunday.

Sunday August 17th - Sweet little Bun Bun! I love this family!!

Monday August 18th - Snuggling with Luciano during his lunch!

Tuesday August 19 - The first time we have ever played night golf! This is the first time we have golfed in over 6 months. I loved that we could play this course in jeans. This was a first for me too!

Okay so I didn't necessarily let the pictures speak for themselves...I just gave the cliff note version!