One of my besties, Marla, and I have always been super close--despite the thousands of miles that separate us. She's the kind of friend that walks in after two years and things are just like old times...with the addition of 9 little ones-oh, and hubbies. She's one of the few that knows the 'real me' and can complete my thoughts for me--which is a scary prospect at times! We tell everyone that we grew up together because it seems like we've known each other forever...but it's actually not the truth...or anywhere near it. We didn't even meet until we were 17, but we sure made up for it during our young single adult years at home and then college years at BYU. She's the quintesciential bestie, if ever there was one. Our history is long, wide and wonderful! I love her to pieces! As they keep moving with GE from Connecticut to Minnesota to Mississippi and then Kentucky....then to......?....I just hope that someday she'll make it west past those Rocky Mountains that separate us. Although... we'd get nothing done if she lived within driving distance. So I truly enjoy the hours we do get to spend together to keep all those memories alive and well.
So we're creatures of habit...who can blame us? Or maybe we're really taking advantage of the best deal in town--free LegoLand for the last hour. I think we've been 3 times in the last two weeks. Emma & Kenz on the little people helicopter.
How cute is little man Davey?
Bringing out the inner-Curt....
Big Dave & Little Dave
All of the kiddos---and one more on the way...and then there'll be 10. YIKES. Ten kiddos between the two of us. Man, we did good! And they only very seldom walk around looking like their mommies don't love them!
I love you to pieces! Thanks for coming to San Diego, even if for a few hours. Our dinner date and free babysitting was worth your drive, wasn't it?! 
7 comments:
That's great that you were able to see your bestie! It looks like you guys had fun.
Marla and Shayla you two look just like you did at 17 - you're both beautiful! And have beautiful children (Sorry David, Brayden and Monson - you're handsome)
I'm jealous! My bestie lives in Jacksonville with 6 kids--the last four being only 7 1/2 months apart (a curious tale). We see each other very seldomly but that connection is like identical-twins strong. I'm hoping she can come out this year like she promised. But with 11 kids and nearly the whole US between us, it's hard.
So fun! Everyone needs a friend like Marla! It would be so fun to have a reunion sometime! You guys look great!
Shay-Shay...I love you tons. I'm so glad we had the time we did. One of these days we'll come west... until then, where are we gonna vacay together?
You DO have a very fun bestie. I love Marla. She is the funniest girl. And the boys LOVED her growing up. She is just cute and funny! So glad you two got to hang out.
Wow! I figured you were from Utah or something! I'm from San Diego too! LOL Sorry...just thought it was funny!
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