Popcorn Bloomer and Blouse Giveaway

For you mommies that love giveaways, you might want to check this out. I think this outfit is absolutely adorable, and I'm wanting it BAD.

Popcorn Bloomer and Blouse Giveaway

Fourth of July Celebrations!

Happy Fourth of July, Folks!

In true Menlo Park/Valparaiso tradition there will be a breakfast and program in the parking lot of the stake center! Breakfast starts at 8:30am

Bring friends, family and red, white and blue apparel!!
Hope to see you there!

Congratulations Brooke and Evan!

Congratulations to Brooke and Evan on their new arrival, Brynn Elizabeth. I had the pleasure of visiting them on Tuesday, and she is just as cute as can be! It's amazing how little she is. She was born Sunday, June 22 (nearly 2 weeks early) at 1:53am weighing 6 lbs 3 oz. and 19.25 inches long. Brooke hardly even had to push! Mom and baby are doing really well, and so is the rest of the family. I just love seeing how McKenzie just adores her little sister.

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Congratulations Mark & Tamarie!!

Congratulations to Mark & Tamarie for their new addition, Justin time for Father's day!

Justin Mark was born June 9th, weighing 8 lbs 5 oz and 20.5 inches long! Congratulations on your adorable new arrival!!

Mark Your Calendars...

There are a few things going on this next week. . . Hope to see Y'all there!!

Tuesday, May 13, 6:30-8:30 pm
Personal Safety Class with Valparaiso ward. A MP officer will be there for personal safety tips.

Thursday, May 15, at 7:00 pm
Cooking Class at Joleen's House--Sheryl Davies is going to demonstrate how to make Sautee of sunchoke and fava beans, with goat cheese medallion, Braised grass-fed chuck eye beef with rhubarb and honey and sautéed rapini (broccoli raab), Parfait of candied fennel and strawberries, with ricotta and shortbread

It's going to be GOOD!!

Sunday, May 18, right after church
Ice Cream Social!! Enjoy hanging out with your ward family out on the annex patio while cooling off with some tasty ice cream and toppings.

Thursday, June 5, at 7:00 pm
Dinner theatre!! Come hungry and ready to be entertained.

Penelope Pearl is Here!

Congratulations go out to Melissa and Chris Esplin for the birth of their beautiful baby girl. After a weekend of fake labor Melissa was finally ready for the hospital in the middle of her husband's softball game. Penelope was born on Tuesday, April 22, 2008 at 4:04am weighing 7 pounds 15 ounces and 20 inches long. Melissa's mom was able to come and help out and Chris' mom will be visiting for Mother's Day. In the mean time it sounds like the Relief Society came to the rescue as usual with some scrumptious meals for the Esplins. I think the calendar for meals has filled up, but don't let that stop any baking urges you might have...I'm sure the Esplins won't be turning away anyone. :)