MOVING ON

So, I made the leap and our family has moved on.......to TUMBLR. I encourage ALL of my friends/family to move their blog to Tumblr because it is the best ever. Just a few things to tell you about:

• There's a way to transfer your blog to Tumblr
• You can post a blog from your CELL PHONE without waiting to go home, upload pics and post. It's as easy as posting a picture on Facebook, but now everyone can have access to what you've shared without having to have an actual account. 
• It's the happy medium between Twitter and Blogger. 

Check out our new blog at
http://theyoungbergs.tumblr.com

Obvious Truth

Okay, maybe we I should address the big elephant in the room. Or maybe I can continue to ignore it and post once a month and pretend that is an acceptable rate of blogging. I can't really say not much has been going on, because we have been busy and there have been many photo opportunities to share. But, the fact that I am avoiding the blog world like it's a college paper is a bit bothersome. Here are a few thoughts on the subject (yes, I am blogging about why I am not blogging....and even making my excuses while using bullet points).

• I'm having a Tumblr vs. Blogger ordeal. And then I threw in this new one called Instagram and then Natalie threw back Google+ in my face. So now I am part of Blogger, Instagram, and Google+....awesome. I am still intrigued by Tumblr, but am a little intimidated. I need help. Tumblr seems cooler. Can everyone check it out and we can make a decision together? Come on, I think it will be a fun new adventure!
• We have been practicing for Nancy's driving test for the past few weeks. We even went to the DMV and followed a driver taking his test because we are sly like that. Thankfully, she passed with a near perfect score the first time and she is now my personal assistant! Muah ha ha ha. 
• I took the kids and dogs to Reno/Tahoe for the week and forgot my camera. To sum up, we had lots of fun in Tahoe, hanging out with the grandparents, and eating lots and lots of great food. This is also when I was introduced to Instagram and shared some cool photos....if you have an iPhone 4, YOU MUST DOWNLOAD THIS. It is the best thing ever and you can keep up with me even more!
• I have taken on more responsibility with work, which means I have been working from home quite a bit this summer. Again, doing not-so-fun work on the computer makes me NOT want to blog. 
• Tim is crazy busy with construction on his course. He's busier than I imagined he would be when he took on this new job.....we miss him. A lot. But we are managing and we are excited for the final product. Check out his awesome blog at http://miravistarenovation.blogspot.com/
• Is that enough to earn your forgiveness? I hope so because I am running out of excuses!!!

Noah's Promotion Ceremony

Noah had his promotion ceremony a few days weeks ago and he did such a great job! We can't believe how fast he's growing up, but we are doing our very best to enjoy every moment of it. His class did a little performance and they each received their promotion certificate at the very end. We are so proud of you Noah....we love you very much!

 Performing one of their many cute songs!

 Noah and his buddy getting into it!

Noah receiving his certificate! Great job!

1st Grade Performance

Sophie had her 1st grade music performance the other day. She did such a great job and was so animated and very into it! All the kids were adorable and we enjoyed watching every minute of it. So proud of you Sophie! Great job!

 Here she is belting out a song!

 Part of the 1st grade class

Giving Mommy a huge smile!

Family Time

Aunt Cricket and Uncle George came out to visit and we had a great time catching up with them! They were in the area vacationing and we were very excited to see them and have them meet Nancy. After showing them around Tim's course, we enjoyed a nice brunch in Berkeley and then met up later that evening for dinner. It is always so nice to see family.....here's a picture of them with the kiddies.

Updates in a Nutshell

I can't bore all of you with the chaos I like to call "life," but who really knew there was no such thing as overtime in parenting.....it's just ALL THE TIME. Anyway, we have been a busy family with softball season, birthdays, activities, and part-time jobs. I mean, I can't even schedule in a pedicure for myself....what is up with that? Thankfully, I might have one more week before flip-flop season might be here to stay. But until then, I'm rockin' half blue nail polish from Easter because that's how I roll.

• Nancy got a part-time job at the mall near our house. I think her employer doesn't understand child labor laws and Nancy is having a hard time asserting this to them. So, I think I just might be making an anonymous phone call to the Dept. of Labor and filing a complaint on their a$$. I don't encourage quitting, but let's be real here.....she still only has her permit and I am ready to throw my chauffeur cap out the window.
• Sophie is now pitching in softball. It's an entirely new level of worry where our measure of success is getting through the inning without INJURING any batters. She's doing great so far and absolutely loves it. Tim and I are doing our best to stay engaged during games that last longer than my college day double headers. 
• Tim's work is busier than ever. He is seriously burning the candle at both ends and I am just trying to make it to summer break before one of us has a breakdown. Thankfully, we are managing and getting through it, but let's not count the number of times I did NOT cook dinner last week. Let's not go there. Please. 
• Noah keeps insisting on growing. I don't understand how he can grow so much in such little time. The other day he was wearing pants that could easily be mistaken for capris. Unfortunately for him, the Urkel look is not a good one for him and I am in desperate need of warm weather to arrive so he can just wear his basketball shorts day in and day out. Until then, his ankles are enjoying the fresh air.
• I am busy with work creating the master schedule for next school year. With a school as large as a small college (2500 students), I am ready to pull my hair out.....or at least all the greys. It's a good challenge for me, but every once in a while I wonder who the hell agreed to do this in the first place. Oh...right.....I did.

Daddy's Birthday Weekend!

We celebrated Tim's birthday this weekend and in good 'ol Tim fashion, he wanted to do everything the kids wanted to do! So, we had lots of fun at Dave and Busters, ate lots of delicious goodies, and spent the weekend enjoying time with the kids. All in all, it was a wonderful birthday and we feel so lucky to have such a fun and loving husband and daddy! We love you!

Another visit from the Tooth Fairy!

After what seemed like weeks of a loose tooth, Sophie finally lost her front tooth! There were moments when I was tempted to just yank the thing out of her mouth, but I let it be and it dangled there for what seemed like forever. Here she is showing it off with her Auntie Michelle! So adorable and I love her cute little lisp!

Junior Prom 2011

Nancy had her Junior Prom this past weekend. She had a wonderful time and I counted my blessings she came home before curfew and safe and sound. Who knew Tim and I would be stressing over this event as early as we have, but we spent the last couple of weeks doing a lot of investigating, comparing, and maybe just a little bit of healthy threatening was thrown in there too. I had absolutely NO IDEA what a reasonable curfew time was.....all I knew was Nancy was NOT going to be "spending the night" at a friend's house. Because we all know nothing good happens from spending the night at a "friend's" house on prom night. Personally, I don't think anything good can possibly happen after midnight, but I loosened up a little knowing it was prom and we felt good about our decision.

So, right before prom, Tim and I had one last talk with Nancy.....allow me to summarize:

"You WILL be home by curfew."
"You WILL NOT drink or be with anyone who does. If I smell a drop of alcohol on you when you come home, you will have severe consequences (i.e. say good-bye to your car, phone, sunlight, and everything else that will give you any sort of freedom)."
----Insert a few more "WILL NOT" directives here.
and lastly, "Have a great time!"

Now that we have a teenager and pretty much just got our youngest out of diapers.....I am sad to inform all of you that we (meaning all parents) will NEVER sleep soundly again. Once they start going out, we start sleeping with one eye open. We watch the late news, we keep all phones next to us on the nightstand, and we never fully fall asleep until we know everyone is home safely in their beds. Thankfully, Nancy has a great head on her shoulders and also has great friends. She said prom was a very memorable and fun night and we are equally happy for her.

 Nancy and the girls getting ready at the house.

Easter 2011

We were so excited to have Grammy and Goppie with us to celebrate Easter this year! They came into town on Thursday and we were pretty much non-stop the entire time they were here! Between visiting the city and the Exploratorium, trips to the park, Easter service, the egg hunt and brunch at Tim's club, we had a fantastic time. As usual, the time spent with the grandparents went way too fast, but we truly did enjoy it and tried to make the most out of the time they were here. Here are a few pictures from the wonderful long weekend!

 Arriving at Tim's club on Easter Sunday....a little chilly that day, but it didn't dampen anyone's mood!

Sophie was soooo excited to start the Easter Egg hunt! Thankfully, the weather cooperated and they were still able to hold it outside!

 Here's Noah telling us how many he's found so far!

 Daddy and Sophie goofing around

 Sophia and Noah in their Easter attire.

 Nancy, Sophia, and Noah hanging out before brunch.

 Sophie and Nancy patiently waiting for the beautiful feast!

Unfortunately, Noah wanted NOTHING to do with the Easter Bunny. Sophie, on the other hand, practically wanted to take him home!