Daddy takes off

Sometimes we wake up in the Dargan house and receive a wonderful surprise. Daddy stays home from work. This stirs up a lot of excitement for the kids. Once they find out they usually start to dance around and jump on the bed and start singing some song about daddy not going to work. On these days, we may head to a park or have a special lunch or if we are really lucky, head to the beach. A trip to the beach and boardwalk is filled with smiles and laughs. It's just nice to have fun together. I love seeing the kids playing together and making up games and just being kids and having fun.

Joey turns 4

Wow, another Dargan birthday!! Joey turned 4 June 22. He talked about his birthday for months. We celebrated it in style with the Bossy Frog Band held at the Dargan house! He had a blast. Our family and friends celebrated with us and a good time was had by all. Time just goes so fast. Joey is growing into this wonderful little boy. He has an unbelievable amount of energy and it doesn't take much to get him going. He loves to cuddle, but will drop anything to run or have a sword fight. He often speeds through the house with his super Joey cape (from his Auntie Lauren). Sometimes he is Buzz Lightyear and sometimes he is Spiderman. He had this adorable run. It's hard to explain, but it's just natural. He reminds me so much of Joe and from what Grandma explains of Joe, he acts just like his daddy did. He has a captivating smile just like his daddy. Happy Birthday Joey. We love you!

Ryleys graduation

Ryley had her big day June 18, 2010. She graduated Lollipop School. I can't believe it's Ryleys last year of preschool. First of all, words can't express how adorable she was on her graduation day. She was so proud of herself. She practiced for weeks so that she knew all her songs by the big day. Every night at the Dargan house, there was a practice concert along with the help of Joey, Owen & TJ. One thing about Ryley is that she takes things very seriously. She wanted to be so prepared for her big day. It really was cute. She sang and danced on stage and even walked down the isle in a cap and gown. We are so proud of her. I remember dropping her off for her first day when she was 3. I cried. I cried again this past year and she was 5. I can't believe she is starting Kindergarten in September. For the past 5 and a half years, she has been with me. She would go to school for a couple of hours and I was always so excited to pick her up. The thought of her being gone all day every day makes me a little sad. I am proud of her and she is ready to go and I am excited to send her. I am just going to miss her. I remember bringing her home from the hospital and it was just Ryley and me. Now, she has just turned into this beautiful, caring, smart and amazing little girl. I am so proud of my daughter. Some day Ryley, you will read this. I hope you can feel all the love I have for you.