And we still made it to our nieces bday party! What a weekend!
I truly try to show up for my family. Especially the kids. I want everyone to feel loved, seen, and cared for.

Happy bday Bryn!
Now don’t call or write bc I’m putting my phone on DND for the next 12 hours and sitting in silence. Over stimulated isn’t just a word. 🤣

It’s gonna be a cereal and movie night. 🎥

To some this may seem silly. To us, it’s everything.
Ivan is Elena’s son. Who is now 16.
Ivan and Landon built a bond 4 years ago. Ivan was 12, Landon 20.
Landon couldn’t say a word to Ivan. But would sit with him while he played video games. They rode to school together. They listened to music together. Watched shows together. Swam together.
I have so many videos of the two of them communicating on a level that didn’t require a single word. But the way Landon looks at Ivan you know he admires him. Is grateful for his care and friendship. Feels close to him. A bond that no words can build or break.
A bond built on trust, genuine love and thoughtfulness.

Ivan is now a 16 year old busy high schooler. Doesn’t get to see Landon as much. But guess what, he is always in his heart.
When he saw Elmo come across the World Cup, he thought of Landon.

That’s pretty special. And we are so incredibly grateful for our Mendez family. ❤️

Moved two kids in a weekend! Tatum’s settled into her new town house for her last semester at @tamu. Then home for Law School.
And yes, I’m counting down the days. Bc I love having her close to me.
But I’m so excited for next adventure bc she adores the girls she is rooming with. She is back with Bryn who was her first roomate in her dorm and there when she was diagnosed.
I love that she has made a life long friend. That’s what college is all about.

She has a cute little room! Downstairs with a little yard for Otis. We have a few things ordered for organization and storage but she is ready to tackle Fall 2026! Gig em! 👍🏼

And this momma is whooped. Dustin and I have burned some MILES. Haslet to College Station and back. Thank you to my amazing husband for always being at my girls disposal. Best best dad. Didn’t have to and choose this four girl life. Thank you to Wes for always helping me pay for everything our girl needs and willing to do any heavy lifting. And these girls have chosen such helpful partners. Im so proud of our boys! Not a lazy bone in their bodies. We make such a great team!

I love my family and girls so much! 🩷🤍🩷

When the boys are at Home Depot and you don’t have a ladder, you grab a bar stool and one of you (the lighter one) climbs on the dresser.

We don’t waste a single minute and we sure won’t be inconvenienced. One thing about us girls, we are gonna find a way. 💪🏼