Dear diary week 22 April 11th through April 20th

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April 11th dear diary we spent today helping grandma and great grandma settle into there town house in downtown San Diego. We then ran and had lunch at a local sushi place so My family could try it great grandma loved it the other 2 not so much. We then had ice cream at ghirardelli ice cream Marie and I had gold rush sundaes which are vanilla ice cream with melted peanut butter and hot fudge. Emily and Claire had crissy fields cookie bits sundaes which were cookies and cream and vanilla ice creams with cookie crumbles and hot fudge and a caramel square. Clara and Emily had warm brownie sundaes which had a brownie and hot fudge but asked for no almonds. Mom both grandmas aunt Helen and great grandma all had lands end sundaes sort of like the little girls but with caramel we also shared some sipping chocolate which was to rich for most of us. When we got home we went to angelica's to help her and her dad set up a few special items to help her mo we put together a set of grab bars for the bathroom. We then helped prep the side door for a ramp they will be pouring this week. When that was done we added a few other special touches like an extra set of hand rails on the walls so her mom can walk without falling. We put in nonslip mats under the rugs and things like that. When we got home we relaxed and mom had us girls wash our hair so she could set it going to bed talk to you tomorrow diary.

April 12th dear diary we spent today helping at angelica's again we painted her room a lime green with hot pink accents. We then finished setting things up so her mom can get around easier. Her mom is coming in tomorrow so we wanted to make sure everything's ready for her. When we were done mom took us out for dinner and dessert since this is the first time in a very long time where its just been the 5 of us. When we got back home we went through old pictures. Then we made a breakfast bake so its ready for tomorrow since mom has a meeting early tomorrow morning. When that was done we put the little ones into bed while Elsie made tea. When we were finished with our tea mom sat Elsie and I down and let us know that we were selected to take a summer course in Spain with the rest of the gang yay. Going to sign off and read a book for an English project.

April 13th dear diary we spent the day working on school work and a banner to welcome Angelica's mom we had dance rehearsal and a discussion about costumes. From there we went to Angelica's where her mom was waiting for her. We had dinner over there her dad made spaghetti and meatballs along with cheesy garlic bread . For dessert mom had brought over a dessert pizza. When we got home mom pinned ribbons on all 3 of our costumes so she can sew them later she then had me try my leotard on as it looked big to her we are going to replace it with a smaller one. We also need to grab a new tutu for Emily as hers has a hole in the back. She called the teacher who said several people need new pieces so just bring them tomorrow and she will get them replaced. I am going to take a shower before reading my book report book talk to you tomorrow.

April 14th dear diary we worked all day on school work as we all need to get as much done as possible. When we got done at ballet we went with our parents swim suit and trunk shopping we each need 3 for our cruise. Mom let me get my first 2 pieces the other older girls also got 2 pieces we each grabbed sets that had 3 mix and match suits half of us picked pink lavender yellow sets while the other half went with red Orange and blue sets. The boys half grabbed a 3 piece red orange green pack while the other half picked blue pink lavender packs. The younger girls all got 3 packs of 1 piece suits in various colors and styles. We the went for slides to wear on the pool deck along with beach towels and beach bags along with sunscreen and things like that. We had a late dinner at the diner before going home and showering so we could get ready for bed as we are going to be super busy tomorrow oops mom called lights out so talk to you tomorrow.

April 15th dear diary we spent the entire day working on school since we start extra long rehearsals tonight. We each did piles and piles of work before stopping for a very very quick lunch. We then did piles and piles of work again. We grabbed the little kids ran and grabbed smoothies for an energy boost before heading to rehearsal the guys were coming to watch and help with a few minor things like lights and music. After we finally finished we ate at a local sandwich shop. When we got home we got ready for bed as it was a very very long day going to go to bed talk to you tomorrow.

April 16th dear diary we had our first ballet performance of Cinderella we got to the theater quite early so we could get ready. When the show started we watched from where we were waiting to go on. I think our performance went extremely well even if I stumbled on one of my jumps. After the show we went and had dinner at the dinner as a treat we were allowed to order a huge volcano cake for every one to share. When we got home we all showered to get all the hair gunk out of our hair. We are exhausted so mom wants us in bed early I am going to go have tea talk to you tomorrow.

April 17th dear diary we worked really really really hard on school so we don't have to worry about it next week while we are on our cruise. We worked through lunch and only basically stopped only for pit stops. When it was time to pick the kids up we ran down there and grabbed them. When we got home I sat the little girls at the table with there piles of work so they wouldn't have to do the work next week. When we were all finished we met mom at the shop since she was taking us to the dentist and Clara and Emily to get there eyes checked. I will need a cavity filled when we get back as will Emily. And Elsie needs 3 teeth pulled while Clara has to get 2 pulled. The little Girls joined the glasses crew as both need glasses pretty big time while we were there mom had the lady adjust her ear pieces and Elsie and I got new nose pads. We then grabbed take out from a local sushi place for a quick dinner the group leaves tomorrow for vacation. We are going a few days early as my cousins getting married the 20th and we leave the following day. Going to sign off since we need to be up at 3 in the morning as we fly out at 6 talk to you tomorrow.

April 18th dear diary we flew in to Texas early this morning as we are staying at my aunts ranch for a few days. When we got to the ranch we settled in before eating at the main house with my aunt. When dinner was over we went on a trail ride as I am finally not scared of horses yay we then went and saw the new foals. From there we went to a famous ice cream store for sundaes and then to get new cowboy clothes for the wedding. When we got back we were excited to find out another of my cousins had found out her adoption of my 2nd cousin had gone through. We then relaxed and drank lots of Mexican hot chocolate and had toasted marshmallows and graham crackers. we had dinner at a local BBQ restaurant before heading in for the night as the next 2 days are going to be extremely busy signing off till tomorrow.

April 19th dear diary we spent the day helping prep food for the wedding tomorrow. We made corn bread regular rolls we also made a bunch of salads. While the ladies were doing this the guys were cleaning up the barn with my uncles and male cousins. We then took another trail ride where Elsie slipped off her horse shes ok but it scared her. She got right back on and enjoyed the rest of the ride. From there we ran to town for a few last minute items and to pick up more family from the airport. From there we went back to the house where I had been asked to decorate the wedding cake this is a huge important job. While I worked on this with help from Susie the others were filling bags with bird seed and rice. We had dinner from a place called sonic which we don't have where we are. After supper we watched movies and relaxed near the fireplace. Where we had Mexican hot chocolate and marshmallows we toasted in the fireplace. I am going to sign off as its getting late and we are all really really really sleepy and need rest for tomorrow.

April 20th dear diary today my cousin Gus got married to his high school sweet heart and we celebrated with a huge ranch style wedding. We started the final preparations very early this morning by putting meat in the smoker to cook and setting tables and chairs in the area near the barn. I then put finishing touches on the wedding cake before we went to get dressed. The ladies in jean skirts dressy button downs and boots the guys in new dark jeans there button downs and boots. We went and settled into our seats before watching the bride walk down the isle. After the ceremony we headed to the barn for dinner and cake before the guys took the tables down for dancing. We danced till super late we had so much fun but had tom leave so we could get the 3 hours to the hotel near the cruise port. We arrived around 11 and settled into several rooms. I am signing off so I can get a bit of rest before the cruise starts tomorrow.