Ethan's Birthday Party

Yesterday morning, we headed to big D to celebrate Ethan's 6th birthday at the Museum of Nature and Science......one of Brock's favorite places. The kids had alot of fun and it was great to spend time with Brock's BF, Ethan.Ethan, Brock & Addison

A & B making their way through the spider web.


Now they are being ants right before they headed into the huge ant mound.

This is only fitting since Brock battled an ant bed a few weeks ago. Let's just say that he lost and ended up with 43 ant bites on his little body. Benadryl was his friend!

Seeing the world through the eyes of an insect.

We spent a (much needed) quiet night at home.

We leave you with the beautiful Texas sunset.

50's Day

On Tuesday, we celebrated the 5oth day of school. Addison wore her poodle skirt (for the 4th time) but added her Pink Lady jacket. We also found her cute pink glasses the weekend before. She was digging those glasses. She wore them all day. Brock's outfit was pretty simple, but cute. He didn't have enough hair to slick over so we did what we could and plastered it down with hairspray.
A & B with Ms. Zulie before school.
Zulie gives them a sugar rush before school when we go up to the office.

Before we left the house

Addison had a great day. If it involves dressing up then she is all in. Brock did good, but he came to put his tennis shoes on about 1:00. Then he became a boy with jeans and a white shirt. Just like we like him!

Happy Halloween

Happy Halloween!

This year Addison picked out a leopard costume and Brock chose Robin Hood. They were both very cute! We had a great night of visiting our regular Halloween houses. Once again, our children were treated very well! Quick pictures before leaving our house

Silly faces

Checking out the goodies

We are glad Uncle Danny is living back in Terrell. He had good candy waiting for the kids!

Aunt Sallee and Uncle Blaine at "Trunk or Treat"
Somehow Sallee always squeezes special treats into their bags.

Jan & Andrew....always providing special Halloween drinks for the night.

The kids look forward to that part every year. This year it was Dracula in a can.

The kids loved it!

Grandmommy has the sweetest candy in town and her hugs are pretty special, too.

Memaw & Papa gave them money, pears, candy, and (our favorite) PECANS!

Our kids are very blessed to be loved by so many special people.

First Day of School

Today was our first day of school. It was a very big day for Brock.......He had an outstanding day. He was the teacher helper, got a stamp in p.e. and got a green in his folder.

He is off to a great start.

Posing in Mommy's room before we walked two doors down.

We didn't get a picture with his teacher. Anyone who knows anything about school knows that the first day of kindergarten is CRAZY!! We will get a picture soon.

Addison and Mrs.Gardner

It is amazing how our little shy flower has bloomed the past two years. Although I didn't get to walk her to her room (one hall over) Michael said that she never missed a beat. She has come out of her shell at school. Everyone at school knows and loves Addison. We are so proud of both of our kids!

Tooth Fairy

Brock lost his first tooth on Tuesday. So that night, the tooth fairy made her very first trip to Brock's room. He was thrilled to find two dollars under his pillow the next morning.

FYI: The pictures are in reverse order.

He now has two more teeth that are loose. I think the tooth fairy will visit again real soon =)

Oh Captain, My Captain

Michael had his promotion ceremony on Friday morning. He is now officially the Wellness and Fitness Coordinator for the Dallas Fire Department. We are very proud of him!

Our Texas family

Sallee and Blaine

Receiving his certificate

Now for his new bars and badge

Brock making a wish

Addison and Brock posing after the ceremony

The Rainforest Cafe

Since our summer days are quickly coming to an end, we are trying to fit a few day trips in our schedule. Today we headed to The Rainforest Cafe with the Judd family.Brock, Addison, Emma & Natalie

Brock was trying to blow out our dessert.

This picture is in the wrong place....more on that later in the post.

Brock chillin' with a red eyed tree frog

Noodles (Natalie), Judy (Emma), Addison & Brock
I rename my students =))))

Welcome to the rainforest

Outside the mall

We ended our meal with a sparkling volcano....brownie, ice cream, cool whip drizzled in chocolate. YUM!

Brock thinks he is the king of jungle

After our meal, we were visited by a real live frog.....sort of!

Brock giving his new tiger a bath

Addison giving her new elephant a bath

Showing off their new pets from Build-A-Bear Rainforest Cafe

We had a great day!