My birthday 2008

My 32nd birthday! Yikes! When I walked into Polly's class this morning the kids had this on the board...wishing me a happy birthday! It was really cool and I took some pictures of it.

Celebrating the life of Hilda Fritz

Hilda was my 2nd cousin on my moms side of the family. I have a few memories of her and was saddened by her passing. I remember Hilda always willing to share her dolls with me...although she was a bit older than me I would visit my tia and tio and they would allow me to play with her dolls! I also rememer being at her wedding when she and Kenny got married and how beautiful and happy she appeared! So, there was not a second that went by before deciding to attend her Celebration of Life event in Seattle. I was one of many family members that drove to Seattle to be a part of this occasion.

It was both sad, but mostly happy to hear all of the wonderful things about Hilda from her family, friends, and coworkers.

This is a picture of Bishop with Lela (Hilda's neice & my 3rd cousin)! All 3 of the Martinez girls are beautiful, but for some reason Bishop really loved Lela! I think it shows with the gigantic smile on his face! I notice the dimples they both have..and have to say to myself that good looks run in the family!!!!! hehe!!!!

Hilda, I love you, and will never forget you...and may you rest in peace!