Music On the Way Out of Campbell

The Hawkins and Milazzo's, wait, actually it was a date night with Allison and Darci, Rocco and I. We went to the last music in the park in Campbell before we moved. The kids had a great time dancing. There was another boy that wanted into the mix, but Rocco didn't want anyone else holding Allison's hand. As Matt says, "this relationship is an A and B relationship, so C you later." Love these two.

WE BOUGHT A HOUSE!!

Yep, it is true. The Milazzo's have ended up where they always thought they would. We bought our first house in Santa Cruz and we love it. Here are some picture from the first day back on July 21st. (yes I am still catching up on my posts)

The house is in a great neighborhood. Jared went from being the farthest employee to the closest. Rocco preschool is located one block behind us. The train tracks (currently not being used) are right near his school and Jared's work. So if Rocco is lucky he just might see a train on the tracks on of these days.

A Bug's Life - Don't Kill It

Here is a picture of Rocco and his katydid bug that he caught with Dad. He wanted to keep it and spend the day with it. Rocco has always had a gentle heart. He once killed a snail and then was upset that he did it. Not to say he hasn't killed some ants and other bugs, but for the most part he says, "No don't kill it!"

Love Me Some Red White and Blue

I am thankful to live in the land of the beautiful and free.

Down by the Station

Another Mom and Son train ride. 

Robots In Disguise

Brian Vega gave these kid friendly transformers that Rocco loves. They are easy for their little hands to transform and only takes two steps. He also gave Rocco the complete box set that he collected and Rocco enjoys watching these with Jared for their boy time. I personally like the smaller kid cartoons. I mean don't you want to watch Martha Speaks and Thomas until you are 12?

Power Juice

Boy do I love me some fresh juice. And what makes that even better, Rocco loves it too. Thanks to Jill and her wonderful juice, I learned that Rocco loves fruit and vegetable juice. You name it, he will eat it, just like his dad. Here we are enjoying fresh cucumber, grape, strawberry and apple juice.

Washing Dishes With Creativity

Rocco wanted to help wash the dishes. During this helping time me managed to also come up with a creative waterfall that helps get dishes even cleaner. Boys.

I Hear the Train A Coming

Jared and I have built so many different wooden train tracks. It is pretty fun to figure out all the ways you can make a track. This is a typical morning at the Milazzo's. 

Faces of Rocco

Faces of my LOVE!

In the Yard with Mimi

Rocco enjoys spending time with Mimi in her yard. Mimi enjoys spending time with Rocco in her yard. I love to watch him help her. Here Rocco helps Mimi cut her Dahlia's to bring in the house. Bella is also enjoying her time in the yard.

Special Breakfast Spot

Where Rocco likes to eat breakfast on special days. 

Great Oma Milazzo

This was a sign we made for Great Oma Milazzo to hang in her room during her last days. She loved her little Rocco. I am glad that Rocco was able to get to know her, love her and spend time with her. He talks about her often and how he misses her. 

Shelley's In The House

After everyone gathered for Austin's high school graduation, we continued the fun at the O'Neill cabin in Tahoe. It has a great game room and a big family room that was a great place for 14 people. We went stand-up paddle boarding, kayaking, boating and played some good old family card games.

Everyone had a great time. It had been a couple of years since we had all been together so everyone was really looking forward to this family time.