Who I am

Here's a little bit about me, my husband, kids and family...they've made me who I am, they're the most important people in my life...they're the cast in this crazy sit-com that is my life....

First of all, here I am...

I grew up, for the most part, in Virginia Beach, VA.  We lived overseas for a couple years in Cairo, Egypt while I was in elementary school.  I currently live in Harrisonburg, VA with my awesome hubby, 2 kids and 2 dogs. I work in the insurance industry, and have for a little over 5 years.  I'm fiercely loyal, almost as stubborn and I love to play devil's advocate.  

Here is Scott...

He grew up here in Harrisonburg, and we met while working at BW3s in 2000.  We met, and I knew right away...there was instant flirtation, chemistry and laughs.  He is still the funniest man I know!!  Scott is my best friend, my partner-in-crime, a great dad and husband.  He's smart, sweet, loving and always sees the good in the people that most people won't see and I'm lucky to have him.  We were married in 2003 and have two kids.  Scott currently works as a manager in the restaurant industry.

Our children...

Scotty (the second, NOT junior!) was born in 2004.  He is smart as a whip, sensitive, goofy and determined.   With the exception of his fair skin and light hair, he is a carbon copy of his father.  They look, walk, gesture and think alike.  I'm so proud of how well he does in school and he melts my heart.

Reina was born in 2006...she's the free spirit (read: wierdo) in the family and I love it!  She loves to play with her brother (when he'll let her), dress up and sing.  She'll let you read to her all day long, too.    She's easy-going, silly and free-spirited, but I can see the sassy teenager inside just waiting to get out!  She's my mini-me and I love watching her learn.  

Our Chocolate Labs...

This is Annie and Jax...We got Annie in 2008 and she has become the perfect dog.  She knows exactly how to be, she's lovable, obediant and beautiful.  She's a helluva hiker and swimmer, she loves to chase leaves, squirrels, frisbees and snowballs.  Her best friend is Cricket, my parent's 4lb yorkie.  Jax is the newest addition to our family.  We got him this spring, on Father's Day.  I was witness to his birth and knew right away he was mine.  He's trying to be alpha, which causes a lot of noise in our household, but he's sweet and cuddly.  He's was sick as a puppy and currently is still on medication, but it doesn't seem to have any effects on him, so far.  

My parents...

Dan and Mary Kay...they've been married for 37 years, and are great partners, parents and friends. As a parent myself, I can now see that yes, they knew what they were talking about, and to this day, my mom is my best source of good advice, neutral opinions and a safe place to vent. They both ride motorcycles, have a cool little dog and are currently in their first "official" year of retirement, living in their 5th wheel camper, travelling around the states, summered in Maine and are now down in Florida avoiding the cold. Lucky ducks!

My siblings...

Jimmy and Beth are my older siblings.  They were my idols growing up and are now my greatest friends.  My sister lives tooooo far away, out in BF Texas and I miss her terribly.  Jimmy and his family live in Richmond, VA, but I still don't see them often enough, either.


So, there you have it...my immediate family.  Those that have shaped me and continue to make me the person that I am.