My New Ride

Every once in a while I think maybe it is time for a new ride. I have several friends that have gotten new rides lately and summer seems a good time to buy. Since my Birthday was coming I decided to go ahead and make it known that I was in the market.

So what am I looking for in my new ride. First and for most NO ROOM FOR KIDS! This is going to be a turn the music up ride away from the kids and contemplate the world ride. Next, it has to be the perfect fit. Four dealers and several fittings later and I think I found a contender. Lastly, I would like to use it for long country rides so it needs to be light and fully equipped.

Last week I finally got my new ride and I LOVE IT!!!!!!!!!!




My Specialized Dolce Elite and I have been out a few times and it is amazing. I love it. However, you know the saying "Its like riding a bike." It has been years since I have been on a bike.

Makena Is It!!!

It is Makena's turn.
1. Makena Leigh Sweeter Pea is what my parents called me as a baby but I am not much of a baby any more. Makena is after Makena Beach on the island of Maui. My parents picked that name when they were there in high school and again on their honeymoon. However, it too just happens to be the name of a golf course. Leigh is my Grammy Monica's middle name but the spelling comes from my great Gma and Gpa Leigh. Right now everyone in my house just calls me Sissy!!

2. I love playing all kinds of sports and activities. I play soccer, basketball and I just finished my third triathlon this last weekend. My favorite part of soccer playing goalie. In basketball my parents say I have never met a shoot that I didn't like. I am working on that.

3. I have never really been into Barbies or baby dolls. I rather be riding my bike or my four wheeler than playing in the house. My mom says I have always preferred to be out and about.

4. I LOVE tether ball!!! It is all of the rave at school and my friends and I have given each other nick names like pea pod and celery stick.(Based on our heights)

5. I will never turn down a good bowl of Macaroni and Cheese!! I love it any way and at any time.

6. I love going to school. Mostly, to see all of my friends and fit in a mean game of tether ball or two. However, when I am in class I do prefer math and science over reading and english any day. Just like mom and dad who consider reading for the day looking at a magazine or a newspaper.

7. I do have a dirty little secret! I SNORE!! Continually on family trips I go to sleep with someone in bed next to me and often wake up alone. My brother Bryden won't sleep anywhere with me. Mom says good luck to my future husband.

8. I love my baby brother. I love to mother and take care of him. Plus I find when I help him get dressed this party moves a lot faster.

9. I have been to Disneyland 5 or 6 times and Disney World once. People seem surprised when they hear this but hasn't everyone been there that many times. You can never grow out of Disneyland!

10. Overall, I am not ready to head back to school. I have been having too much fun having sleepovers, play dates and fun in the sun. I am enjoying summer while I can.

Ok, a few computer problems and a lost camera but have managed to shed a little light on my three darlings. Now Sara, looking back through your blogs, I am not sure I have seen one on Ella. So correct me if I am wrong, but we are going to TAG our sweet friend Miss Ella Kate.

TAG! Bryden Is It

Now it is Bryden's turn. Here is a little bit on what life is like with this guy in the house.
1. My name is Bryden Derek. Bryden is the name of a Canyon my parents have visited. (It also may be the name of a golf course as well.) Derek is after my uncle Derek, my mommies brother.

2. Of all the kids in the house, mom says I am definitely her left brained child. I was left handed until about halfway through Kindergarten and I still bat, golf and throw left handed. I am creative and VERY imaginative. I can turn the shopping cart at the store into any type of spaceship or speed pod.

3. This year I played soccer, basketball and baseball. Baseball is definitely my favorite. However, at this point it is all about the snack we get after our games! My mom and dad say they used to get orange slices after games. How rude!

4. I can melt almost anyone with my baby blue eyes.

5. I tend to be the cautious one of the family. I still have decided not to ride on the tube behind the boat and I analyze everything. I think this has a little bit to do with my absolute fear of the site of blood. I tend to panic if I see it on me or anyone else. 6. I LOVE cereal. I can eat a couple bowls for breakfast and then it is all I want for lunch. I am not picky and will eat almost any kind. Right now I am on a Kix kick. If my mom would let me, I would eat it for dinner too. I don't know why she cares. She ate cereal three meals a day in college.

7. On any given day you can find me building with Legos. (Sometimes I build with them under my bed sheet with a flashlight when I am supposed to be sleeping.) I also like to play my Nintendo DS. My favorite game is LEGO Star Wars. 8. I also love stuffed animals. Especially my Webkins. I choose their names very carefully. My rabbit is named Rabbi, my tiger is named Tigi, my fish are named Fishy and Fisher, and my raindeer Webkin is named Rainey. I did go way out on a limb and named my dog Spot. (At least all their names don't coincide with golf courses Dad!)

9. I am six and I do still suck my thumb and sleep with my ni ni rabbit. I am not sure why but I just can't give it up. Maybe when dad gives up golf and mom gives up shopping!

10. All in all, I am all about having a good time. I love play dates and sleepovers. I love riding my four wheeler and going out on the boat. I am eager to fit it ALL in this summer!!!!