School is out...
The sun is shining...
And Watermelon is in season!
WELCOME SUMMER!
Tuesday, June 8, 2010
Friday, June 4, 2010
Meemaws House
Two Posts in TWO DAYS...WOW!
I'm sorry I've been missing in the blog world the last few weeks, it's been a long month. I was really sick for two weeks and then we went to Idalou Tx. to visit Meemaw for a week. Then, the last week we had my cousin and her husband in town and Colton and I tried to get back into a routine.
We had an awesome trip to visit Meemaw. Colton, Nanny and I flew out last Sunday. I had been stressing about the flight since the day we booked it. Dreading the though of flying with an almost 2 year old on my lap. We got so lucky and the plane was empty! Even though we didn't pay for a seat for Colton he had his own seat which was a huge blessing. Thankfully there wasn't anyone in front OR behind us. Colton did really well. So did mommy. (I hate flying more than anything in the world!) We had a smooth hour long flight with a backpack full of new toys and lots and lots of snacks.
We had such a nice laid back visit. We did a lot of eating, resting and playing.
Colton played so hard on this little contraption in Jerry and Glenda's back yard. If we had a place for him to ride one we would have to get him one. It was hours and hours of fun (for everyone).
Colton loved playing with Meemaw. Meemaw found all kinds of random goodies to play with from dominos to old strollers to plastic fruit. Who needs expensive toys!?!?!
One afternoon Nanny, MiMi (Aunt Glenda) Colton, Barrett and myself went to Red Lobster. Poor Barret was so sleepy but both him and Colton were a huge hit in the restaurant. Waiters, waitresses and customers all stopped to talk to our handsome boys. Colton loved all the attention and ate the whole time we were there so mommy got to enjoy a really nice meal.
I'm sorry I've been missing in the blog world the last few weeks, it's been a long month. I was really sick for two weeks and then we went to Idalou Tx. to visit Meemaw for a week. Then, the last week we had my cousin and her husband in town and Colton and I tried to get back into a routine.
We had an awesome trip to visit Meemaw. Colton, Nanny and I flew out last Sunday. I had been stressing about the flight since the day we booked it. Dreading the though of flying with an almost 2 year old on my lap. We got so lucky and the plane was empty! Even though we didn't pay for a seat for Colton he had his own seat which was a huge blessing. Thankfully there wasn't anyone in front OR behind us. Colton did really well. So did mommy. (I hate flying more than anything in the world!) We had a smooth hour long flight with a backpack full of new toys and lots and lots of snacks.
We had such a nice laid back visit. We did a lot of eating, resting and playing.Colton played so hard on this little contraption in Jerry and Glenda's back yard. If we had a place for him to ride one we would have to get him one. It was hours and hours of fun (for everyone).
Colton loved playing with Meemaw. Meemaw found all kinds of random goodies to play with from dominos to old strollers to plastic fruit. Who needs expensive toys!?!?!
One afternoon Nanny, MiMi (Aunt Glenda) Colton, Barrett and myself went to Red Lobster. Poor Barret was so sleepy but both him and Colton were a huge hit in the restaurant. Waiters, waitresses and customers all stopped to talk to our handsome boys. Colton loved all the attention and ate the whole time we were there so mommy got to enjoy a really nice meal.
On Wednesday night Grandad and Aunt Baa made it in from Houston to stay the rest of the week and we loved having them there with us.
Then, on Thursday night Don and Sandra invited us over for desserts and homemade ice cream. The kids played in the backyard. Poor Colton got eaten by mosquitoes but it didn't slow him down a bit.
Colton enjoyed his first icecream cone...
... And went right for the bottom of the cone.
Colton enjoyed his first icecream cone...
... And went right for the bottom of the cone. What a sticky mess...maybe that's what the mosquitoes liked! :)
Friday morning we headed into Lubbock to the park to play and have a picnic.
Colton played so hard.
Fed the ducks.
And enjoyed a picnic lunch.
Friday morning we headed into Lubbock to the park to play and have a picnic.
Colton played so hard.
Fed the ducks.
And enjoyed a picnic lunch. Colton didn't want to sit down and eat lunch. He wanted to make sure he could eat quickly and get back to playing so he stood under a tree right by us and ate his lunch.
Before we left for the park we got a surprise phone call from Zak who was in Abeline. He had taken a day off work to come up a day early. He met us at the park with Sadie. What a perfect surprise!
Later that night we went back over to Jerry and Glenda's to play and have dinner. The kids couldn't get enough of these little scooters. Barrett even got a ride with big sister!
Of course, Zak couldn't resist a ride. (I didn't put the picture on here but Aunt Baa couldn't resist either. It was quite a sight to see all the grownups on them.)
Here are the "swamp donkeys" out for a ride!
Landry and Logan tried hard to get Colton to pose for a picture. This is as good as we could get!
The night we left, Glenda and Meemaw put together a little party for Colton since they won't be here to celebrate with us. It was so sweet!
Before we left for the park we got a surprise phone call from Zak who was in Abeline. He had taken a day off work to come up a day early. He met us at the park with Sadie. What a perfect surprise!
Later that night we went back over to Jerry and Glenda's to play and have dinner. The kids couldn't get enough of these little scooters. Barrett even got a ride with big sister!
Of course, Zak couldn't resist a ride. (I didn't put the picture on here but Aunt Baa couldn't resist either. It was quite a sight to see all the grownups on them.)
Here are the "swamp donkeys" out for a ride!
Landry and Logan tried hard to get Colton to pose for a picture. This is as good as we could get!
The night we left, Glenda and Meemaw put together a little party for Colton since they won't be here to celebrate with us. It was so sweet! Thank you you guys!!!
Colton loved the cake...
...and the gifts!
We had such a great trip. We always enjoy going to Idalou so much. We feel so comfortable there. It's almost like a home away from home. Some of my first and best memories are in Idalou with my grandparents, aunts, uncles and cousins. I feel so lucky that I've always been able to visit often. Now its so special to have my family with me when I visit. 
Colton loved the cake...
...and the gifts!
We had such a great trip. We always enjoy going to Idalou so much. We feel so comfortable there. It's almost like a home away from home. Some of my first and best memories are in Idalou with my grandparents, aunts, uncles and cousins. I feel so lucky that I've always been able to visit often. Now its so special to have my family with me when I visit. Here is Meemaw with all of her great grandkids! Gosh we love her...she's such an amazing woman!
Thursday, June 3, 2010
Mind The Gap
Today, Becky left on a trip of a life time. She's saved up and planned planned planned for this 6 month trip to stay with family in London and travel around Europe. It was so hard to watch her walk away, knowing she'd be so far away for such a long time.
But, this really is a trip of a lifetime. She's going to be able to do something that most people only dream of. She's worked really hard to have this opportunity and I am so proud of her. She's showing so much strength and independence. Sure, she's going on an amazing adventure but I could never imagine going off on my own for such a long time. We will miss her so much but we're all looking forward to following her journey at mindingthegaps-uk.Becky,
I know your reading this and checking up on Colton, so Ill post as much as I can.
I hope this trip is everything you wanted it to be. I hope it brings you the answers you are looking for and the happiness you deserve. Enjoy every part of your travels and know that everyone here is praying for you and thinking of you. Take lots of pictures, call often and post on your blog at least every other day like we talked about. We will see you in November. We all love you so much!!!
XOXOX
Sunday, May 9, 2010
Happy Mother's Day
Today has been such a great great day. Colton and Zak have made me feel like a princess all day long.
My Mother's Day actually started last weekend when I went in for a much needed haircut. Then, this week I was able to pick out my own Mother's Day present and did a little shopping. 
This morning we all slept in and went to a late breakfast at Kolachie Factory.
Look at this sweet gift (Dirt Cake) I got from my sweet neighbor, and dear friend, Mandi.
After a trip to Toys-R-Us, to pick out Colton's Birthday present, we enjoyed lunch with GaGa and Zak's family.
This morning we all slept in and went to a late breakfast at Kolachie Factory.
Look at this sweet gift (Dirt Cake) I got from my sweet neighbor, and dear friend, Mandi.
After a trip to Toys-R-Us, to pick out Colton's Birthday present, we enjoyed lunch with GaGa and Zak's family. (Thanks Andi and Taylor for cooking for the mommies!)
After lunch, we made a quick stop by Nanny's to see my family.
After lunch, we made a quick stop by Nanny's to see my family. Yesterday, Colton and I treated Nanny to breakfast and spent the morning and afternoon with her while Zak was out of town.
I am so blessed.
I have such an amazing family and wonderful moms in my life to guide me through this amazing experience we call being a mommy.
Thank you to everyone who has made this day so special.
Thank you to my mom, and to Lori, for being amazing role models and for always being there.
Happy Mother's Day!
Wednesday, May 5, 2010
Tuesday, May 4, 2010
Jump and Play
This morning Colton and I met Nanny for breakfast at Panera. 
After bagels we headed to The Ruckus Room to jump and play.
Colton loves playing at the Ruckus Room. When we pulled into the parking lot he started to get really excited and took off his shoes. He was ready and didn't want to waste any time inside. On Tuesdays you get in for the age of your child so we only payed $1 to jump. Can't beat that deal!
After bagels we headed to The Ruckus Room to jump and play.
Colton loves playing at the Ruckus Room. When we pulled into the parking lot he started to get really excited and took off his shoes. He was ready and didn't want to waste any time inside. On Tuesdays you get in for the age of your child so we only payed $1 to jump. Can't beat that deal! Monday, May 3, 2010
Crawfish and Ice cream
Yesterday we went to some friends house for a crawfish boil. They have two little girls, Kennedy (1) and Reagan (8). After the crawfish was cleaned we washed out the pool and let the kiddos play in the water. The girls had already been swimming once but Colton wanted nothing to do with the pool. Later on in the afternoon he was ready to play. And play he did!
We had such a great time and Colton had so much fun with the girls! He slept well last night.
Last week Baskin Robins had 31 cent ice cream night to raise money for local fire fighters. We took Colton out for an after dinner treat. He loved his ice cream and insisted on eating it all on his own.
He even got to drive a fire truck.
And peak into the back of an ambulance.
A trip out for ice cream turned into a really fun evening out.
We had such a great time and Colton had so much fun with the girls! He slept well last night.
Last week Baskin Robins had 31 cent ice cream night to raise money for local fire fighters. We took Colton out for an after dinner treat. He loved his ice cream and insisted on eating it all on his own.
He even got to drive a fire truck.
And peak into the back of an ambulance.
A trip out for ice cream turned into a really fun evening out.
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