Tutu Cute!

My neice turned 1 year old over the weekend, and we went to Austin for her birthday party on Saturday. She is just the most precious little girl I've ever seen. She's full of energy and so funny to watch! It's already obvious that she is going to be a social butterfly. She's precious! See for yourself!

Gage and Griffin had a great time at the party. Uncle Luke ate at the kids' table with them. :) They loved seeing Grandpa, too.

The boys got Avery a Build-A-Bear dressed in a Cowboys Cheerleader costume, and they recorded a message that plays when you squeeze the bear's paw. They were really excited to give it to her. Both Gage and Griff are so good with Avery. It's so cute to watch them together!

Gage had fun playing football with Blaine and Uncle Luke.

Dinner with Friends

Some of my dear friends in Katy took me out for a farewell dinner the week before we moved to San Antonio. We had such a great time. These girls are amazing. Love 'em all!




What is up with my hair in this picture? Why did someone not say something???

Camping

Kamie and I went camping for July 4th at Canyon Lake. We had a great time! We floated the Guadalupe for about 8 hours on Saturday, and we drove back to Lubbock on Sunday. Mama kept the boys for me. It was so nice to have a little break from reality!

The view outside our tent...

The view inside our tent...

We saw Jason (Chris) Boland on Saturday night.

Tired, but enjoying the show...

The Barn Park

At the beginning of June, Kacee and her boys and my mom came to visit, and we went to the park for some stress relief. Here are some pics.

Mama's 60th Birthday

For my mom's 60th birthday, Kacee, Kamie, and I took her to Luckenbach to stay in a bed and breakfast for the weekend. We shopped in Fredericksburg and then floated the river near New Braunfels. It was so much fun! We all had a great time. I love my girls!

Chewy's Annual Haircut

Gage and Griffin helped me cut Chewy's hair last night. They took turns brushing his hair and sweeping the floor. When we started, Gage said, "This is so cool! We should do this every day!" He lasted about 30 minutes before he had had enough. Griffin lasted a while longer... until he got a hairball in his mouth. Blech! He kept trying to wipe his tongue with his shirt, which was covered in hair. Chewy did very well. He layed still and let us use clippers, scissors, and a brush on him. I think he enjoyed all the attention. He was embarrassed afterward, but he's better today.

Warrior Prince Academy

Last week, Gage and Griffin attended the Warrior Prince Academy at Second Baptist Church. They learned lessons from the Bible as well as how to act like gentlemen. I now have 2 little princes opening doors for me and using table manners more willingly! It's great! They also learned how to give a proper handshake and look people in the eye when they speak. Here are a few pics. (I have lots of Gage since I was his teacher but not many of Griffin.)

Griffin and Luke were in the same class. Griffin was happy to see me!

I snapped this at the end of the prayer before snack. Gage said the prayer one day. I was so proud of him!!

Gage's class loved our teenage helper, Charlie. Here they are in a dogpile!

Doing their Warrior Chant!

Griffin was so cute - he winked at me every time I saw him. And he did the little click with his mouth.

Sir Griffin and Sir Gage

Two of God's Warrior Princes

Gage's class with the swords and sheilds they made.