Are these yours?

I found these shoes under our guest bed. We always have friends and family staying with us...so I had a list of about 20 different people they could belong too. My very good friend Kari Hoyt, claimed the super cute black wedge (if only she had left the other one, then I could have worn them a time or two before returning them to her! I'm a sucker for some sexy heels.) But the New Balance tennis shoes still have not been claimed! We have no clue who they belong too. And who knows how long they have been under there. (By the way, they are a size 12, Jeremy's perfect fit.) I guess its a sign that I need to check under that bed after our guests leave....we could score ourselves some really cool stuff!! Anyways, if these belong to you....let me know......otherwise Finders Keepers!!!

Maddie Mo

Madison is sure growing up! And way too fast! 14 years old and a freshman at Yorba Linda High School. Karen sent us this picture of her....she gets more and more beautiful every day. I can't believe she was just 4 years old when I first met her. It is crazy how time flies! We love you little sis!!!

I'm in love!!!!

NO.....we did not get another puppy.....but my sister did!!!!! This is little Wagner. Is he not the cutest thing ever????

Pics of J.J.!!!!

(Thanks Auntie Kristen for posting these so we could all enjoy!)

John Jeremiah Shaeffer

Little "J.J." was born this morning weighing in at just under 7 lbs. and 20 inches long. Congratulations to our wonderful friends Adam and Renee on their beautiful and healthy little boy! We are so happy for you both and can't wait to meet him!
(As soon as I get a pic of his sweet face I will post it!)

Updates in the Frey Household

Jeremy is about to start his Home Makeover Project for 2009. It was such a success last year for the City of Indio and the JW Marriott, that they have chosen another family in need to help make their dreams come true. You can read about it here and here.
Jer is also taking night classes on top of his heavy work load! I'm so proud of him! He inspires me everyday!

I am busy studying for the California Department of Insurance Licensing Exam. I hope to take the test in the next month and finally have it done! It seems all so overwhelming, but I know once I go and take it, I will be happy to have it complete. Wish me luck! I've also been trying out some new recipes.....we had my famous Chicken in Wine Sauce and this tonight and it was delish!!
As for the dogs....Boomer and Brady are hilarious as usual. They are loving that the weather out here in the desert is cooling down and can play all day in the back yard. The cooler weather also means we get to go on long walks again which is great for all four of us. The boys are such sweet dogs but, still don't quite get the concept that they are not allowed on our new couch. We leave the family room for one second and this is what we come back to find:
Jeremy is still hoping for a decent season for his Raiders, (no trash talking here).

And I'm kissing these blonde locks good bye and going for this:

That's all folks!

CABO: Travis & Angela Rich

We just returned about a week ago from my best friend's wedding in Cabo San Lucas. It was such a beautiful and emotional moment for everyone there. I don't think there was a dry eye in the house. A storm chose to hit the one and only day we prayed it wouldn't......but that could not stop this wedding from taking place. A change in location was put together by the wedding coordinater and we were on our way to send Angela down that aisle to say her "I Do's" to Travis. Congratulations to the newlyweds! We love you both soooo much!!! We are so honored to have been a part of your special day in paradise!

Happy Birthday to my hubby!

Jeremy John......29 years old today. You are an incredible husband and I thank God every day for bringing us together. Thank you for always being so supportive, patient, making me laugh every day, being a fantastic daddy to our pups and most of all for being my best friend and soulmate. I love you more then words can say!

I'm searching...

for a new camera. Does anyone have any suggestions? I want one that will take awesome pictures of the mountains, skies and sunsets behind my house......as well as crisp and clear photos of faces up close. Does something like that even exist? I'll take any advice................

Cabo.....here we come!!!

(This again is another late post.) This past October, my best friend Angela Thoreson got engaged to the love of her life, Travis Rich. We are so happy for the both of them! Angela and I have been friends since we were toddlers. Our houses were across the street from each other in our neighborhood in Yorba Linda. We were convinced that we were somehow related because her brother and my Dad had the same birthday. Her parents anniversary and my birthday was the same as well. In our 8 year old minds that meant we were genetically connected. We spent every waking hour together playing barbies, having sleepovers, and making up a "fantasy club" in the gully behind her house (where we weren't supposed to be hanging out). Right before 6th grade, Angela's parents moved their family to Rockwall, TX. And although we were only 11 years old....I remember being so devastated that my best friend was moving away and not knowing if I would ever see her again (back then we didn't have Internet or email.....this really makes me feel old). Angela and I kept in touch as pen pals, sending letters and school photos to each other over the years. She would come back to California during the summers to visit her grandparents and I would always get a few days in to visit as well. The first time I went to Texas was right after our high school graduation. We thought that we were rebels and decided to go get our belly buttons pierced. Angela almost fainted and I thought I was going to as well. Being the goody-two-shoes that we were.....we confessed to her mom that night what we had done and I called my Dad from the airport to let him know as well. Angela came to California when I was first going through cosmetology school and let me dye her hair blonde.....it took me almost 3 hours and she was so patient! I traveled to Austin, TX for her college graduation and she stood by my side as I said my vows to Jeremy three years ago.
I am so blessed and honored to stand by her side as she says "I Do" to Travis on October 3rd in Cabo San Lucas.
Congratulations again you two!!! We love you guys and can't wait for the wedding!!!

FRUYU

Jer and I took a drive to a new frozen yogurt store in La Quinta called Fruyu. And boy howdy was it delicious!!! It's a "serve yourself" kind of place with about 10 flavors to choose from and toppings galore. Jeremy opted out of splurging on this sweet treat....but after I told him they have chocolate & peanut butter, I think he wish he would have. I had the Original Tart & Raspberry Tart with granola and mixed berries. My Dad, Sister and I have an addiction to ice cream and frozen yogurt. We can't help it...its just in our genes. But this has to be one of the best I have ever had....no joke. So Dad and Lindsay...if you are reading this...get your butts out here to the desert so I can take you!!!

Sarah's 21st Birthday in Las Vegas

The whole Hayes family headed to Las Vegas for cousin Sarah's 21st! Not much to write, other then it was a great time and I think we are still catching up on sleep. I forgot my camera the entire time...so these are some shots from inside Sarah's Presidential Suite at the Flamingo.....we still have no idea how she got upgraded!!!

Stagecoach......a little late

This is way overdue.....but we attended the StageCoach Festival the last weekend in April. Talk about an All-Star, Jam Packed Country Line Up! The days were hot and we were sweating........and some how the nights were horribly cold! But it was well worth being able to see some of our favorite country music artists. My favorite: Its a tie between Darius Rucker and Brad Paisley.......Jeremy's favorite: Kid Rock and Kenny Chesney. We can't wait for next year!