I'm hangin' with some friends today while daddy is playing Mr. Mom! The kids are playing in the pool, but we'll be starting the 4 1/2 hour drive for home pretty soon.

Here are Thomas and Jordan with their favorite friends:

We need to get back in time for the party at home. Today is Miss Rose's birthday! She is now eight years old! Here she is with one of her favorite friends!

Everyone always says "where did the time go?" That's so true. I remember the day she was born like it was yesterday. I was so happy to finally, after 5 boys, have a daughter! But, I was too tired to cry.

Thank you Rose, for initiating me into the world of hair bows, nail polish and drama. I hope that the next eight years are just as fun!