July 21-26 was our siblings family reunion. It was so much fun. Family from Samoa, Cali, Alaska, and Hawaii were in town and we spent our days just lazing and hanging out. The activities were extra fun! (Especially SATURDAY!!!) lol...my kids had so much fun hanging out with all their cousins. And I was able to witness, yes again, the magnitude of which my family can love. One of the biggest things that I've come away from the reunion is a challenge (or demand depending on how you choose to look at it ;)...) from Va, our eldest sibling, to turn our lives around. I have been thinking a lot about where I find myself spiritually these days. How did I get here? All my life I've been so strong in the church. Why am I now inactive? Its gonna be a long road, but maybe, for once, I can make them proud. Pray for me y'all!!Cricket season is finally over. Tala's team came in 2nd place which is not too bad considering this is most of the player's first year playing! He was so excited to make the championship game. And we were super excited to be there to cheer him on. Daddy would be so proud of me, that I actually understand the rules to one of his favorite past times!! Who knows, maybe next year, I'll step it up and play....LOL!!! I know, who am I kidding, but you never know, I just might surprise you all. Stay tuned!
The kids continue to grow and keep us in awe over the many, MANY lessons they teach us. PJ is at a point where she is mimicking her brother a lot. She's also starting to speak more clearly and in more full sentences. "Mommy, 'Koa hit me!!" is her latest sentence...lol...of course we all know it wasn't unprovoked. Kekoa loves being a big brother. Everytime PJ falls or gets hurt, he's always the first to say "bring her to me...you okay PJ???" just gotta love it. *tears* I want them to be babies FOREVER!!
I'm so grateful for all the everyday blessings we enjoy. I've notice a lot of the bloggers that I follow have been talking about the blessing they are most grateful for. I echo all of you! I too am grateful for all the challenges that allow us to grow and be better. But mostly, I've been thinking a lot about how grateful I am for those who fight for the freedoms we enjoy in this life. A lot of my friends and relatives are returning from yet another tour either in Iraq or Afghanistan. I'm so grateful for them. Malcolm Polu, Rocky Siufanua, Tali Atoa, Mapu Siufanua, Sekoge Levu, and everyone else...I salute you. Not only do you fight for the freedoms I take for granted, you do it while enduring the heartache of being away from your own families. Fa'afetai, Fa'afetai, Fa'afetai TELE LAVA!!! And love you all...
I have found, recently, that I feel most grateful for my siblings. My sisters, mostly. For those who are closest to me, I know you know just how head strong and stubborn and fa'alii I can be. In my old age of 25 (promise...lol...), not much has changed. I continue to try to prove to everyone that I am my own island. Well, reality has slapped me in the face a few times and I've found myself needig help. I am just blown away at the love that my sisters continue to show me. As much as they yell at me or banish me(yes, I am really that bad)...when all is said and done, and the dust clears, it's the six of them that stand with open arms ready to pick up all the pieces and make my life better. They say it's for the kids, but I know really, REALLY love me!! hahahahahaha... So, my biggest salute goes to you Vaofu'a Solomona, Katherine Saena, Leone Matuu, Luluvita Suamatai'a, Faiaso Atia'e, and Lelelese Soliai. I love you more than words and hope to make you all proud of me someday. Oh! I love you too Pinemua and Aloalii and David!!!
Here's hoping everyone is enjoying their summer. We will continue to try and enjoy what left as we dread the impending winter!! Sorry, my camera is baroken so no pics until I can get it replaced. Til next time...*deuces*
