HAT TRICK

Man We Wear a LOT of BU Stuff

2015-03-26T07:30:00.000-05:00

As I post these, I have come to realize that maybe we wear a lot of Baylor stuff...or maybe I just take pictures when we do. Either way, these were actually taken THE SAME DAY. The boys made a wardrobe change to go to the TCU vs. BU baseball game with our friend Tommy (who obviously cheers for TCU).

In the morning, while we were still drinking coffee, the boys played catch. Carter was Bryce Petty and Jack was Shock Linwood. Carter would do a shovel pass to Jack (he's not the best at "throwing" so the shovel pass seems to suit him better), Jack would catch it, run around the house, "score" a touchdown then they would celebrate with Jack lifting Carter up.

We're walking...We're walking

2015-03-22T10:04:00.000-05:00

We have had some nicer weather now that spring is approaching so that means it is time to amp up our walk game. Since the kids are "too big" for strollers, they walk with us. We have taken Norman with us a lot because...well because he is getting fat. Carter desperately wanted Norman to have a Baylor collar this Christmas so he got one and Carter declares that now they can all wear their Baylor stuff! This walk was especially sweet because they all wanted to walk together and hold hands.

Paul's Birthday

2015-03-19T10:00:00.001-05:00

Paul's birthday was on the last day of our trip to the wine country. We got home from the airport after 8 so we didn't get to celebrate with the kiddos until the next day. Thankfully Beverly made sure we had a cake to celebrate with (and candles). Monday, after work/school, we made dinner and sang happy birthday. It obviously took several people to help blow out all those candles!

Sic West Virginia

2015-03-15T22:00:00.000-05:00

A couple Saturdays ago, as the snow began to melt, we loaded up the kiddos and headed down to Waco for a basketball game. Before you go yelling that the roads were terrible and that was a BAD decision, I sent Paul out before we left to scout our route. He reported back that our neighborhood was the worst part and once on the highway we would be good (oh and we were getting above freezing that day). The kids have been dying to go to a game and this was our last shot. So we went, and it was great! It was good to get out of the house too!

Do you Wanna Build A Snowman

2015-03-13T03:00:00.000-05:00

The last few weeks of February and first week of March were rough. We had four days off for snow and a couple late starts. The first was a Monday/Tuesday...we didn't get much but there was ice so we stayed home.

After being home Monday & Tuesday and starting late Wednesday I think we all ignored the reports that it might snow again on Friday. So we went to work/school but by 9:30am it was getting rough out. This was much more legitimate than the early week's "snow". Quite powdery.

Things can get boring when you are stuck inside all day...here is our workout.

Our most recent snow day happened while we were in California. My parents had the kids and they got quite a good snowfall, best sledding hill around! Bless them because, being stuck with 3 kids and nowhere to go can be tough.

Wine Country

2015-03-11T07:00:00.000-05:00

Paul and I got back Sunday from a short trip to Sonoma (and Napa). I had a work golf event and we stayed a few days to enjoy some of what the area has to offer...wine and food. I think my favorite spot we went was the Flora Estates in Napa. The grounds were amazing and our tour guide really took the time to explain everything. It was Paul's birthday on Sunday so this was his celebration!

Happy Birthday Poppy!

2015-03-09T11:25:00.000-05:00

We had a lot of fun celebrating Poppy's birthday (on Valentine's Day) by going to our favorite place Del Norte Tacos. It isn't the closest but it is a tradition, the food is awesome and we always have fun!

Take Me Out To The Ballgame

2015-03-06T13:28:00.000-06:00

As part of their Christmas gift (they asked for it) we enrolled the boys in PeeWee baseball/tball. At the writing of this post, I'm not 100% sure how this will go, but will keep you posted. Could be interesting...

They did have to "try out" for their team so they got a little taste.

It's Rodeo Time!

2015-03-03T06:30:00.000-06:00

Well its not rodeo time anymore...it WAS Rodeo Time! I took the kids to the stock show one day after school. They had a blast seeing all the animals and sights.

Check out the look of disgust Addie has for Jack's antics.

The last weekend of the rodeo we went with some good friends to the rodeo. The kids loved it even though it was way past their bedtime!

January Fun

2015-03-01T17:30:00.000-06:00

After the holidays you are supposed to have a break, time to relax right? Not us, we just kept going and going. First, Addie and I got to go to some baby showers for Aunt Jessica (Jessica is married to Paul's brother). Addie loved getting dressed up and going to hang out with the girls!

Addie also started back up at dance...photo bomb courtesy of Jack.

We did have one day we gave Paul the day off and spent it at my parents, planing a tree, playing Tball and washing cars...you know country fun.

This Is A Hard Post To Write...

2015-02-27T07:30:00.000-06:00

So that title might be a little dramatic, but with a little time and perspective I think we can discuss that yes, Baylor went to the Cotton Bowl, and no we did not win.

We did get to participate in the Cotton Bowl at a whole other level thanks to my dads good friend Mike. Mike hooked us up with Cotton Bowl luncheon tickets, hospitality passes at the team hotel (the Gaylord) and sweet tickets for the game.

The night before the game was New Years Eve so we spent it with our good Baylor friends and even had a cookie cake. It was all so much fun...until the last five minutes of the game when we blew it.

Perspective.

Hanging out with my old college roomie, Kristina!

The Big Day!

2015-02-25T13:07:00.000-06:00

Christmas seemed to FLY by. The kids were at a really fun age. They did great in church (even with candles) and seemed to really "get it" this year.

Fun With Video

2015-02-23T13:09:00.000-06:00

OK these are petty darn cute. Jack's is him trying to convince us that he is NOT sick and can go about his regular activities.

Caroling Caroling

2015-02-19T13:04:00.000-06:00

Our church does a wonderful program where we divide up and go caroling at nursing homes. Thankfully we were not sick at this point and got to participate! We met at church then rode A BIG BUS to the nursing home. When we got there we sang songs and talked to the patients. The kids did great and were very engaging. When we returned, there was a party waiting for us with carriage rides around downtown, Santa, cookie decorating and a hot chocolate bar! Addie still has a fear of anyone in a costume, including Santa so she would not go anywhere near him...she will literally cry if she gets close.

After the party, we met my parents, cousin and his girlfriend for dinner...what a day!

We Should Buy Stock In Tamiflu

2015-02-19T12:57:00.000-06:00

December was, well December was plagued with sickness. First Addie and Carter got a cold (please note the throw up bin by her at the table). Then less than a week later, Jack was diagnosed with the flu. After spending a small fortune on Tamiflu, we were flu free just in time for Christmas...thank goodness!

At first Jack avoided the illness so he got to go on a special trip to the museum.

We had to skip the Church Polar Express Party so we watched it at home with hot chocolate...cheers!

It's Beginning To Look A Lot Like Christmas

2015-02-17T12:45:00.000-06:00

I know, I know, Christmas is LONG gone. But here are a few pics leading up to our Christmas...

Matching family PJ's obviously a must. Paul wouldn't let us photograph him in his.

These fun shirts are from Aunt Bettie!

The girls all went to the Nutcracker...Addie LOVED it and ate her favorite "pink steak"

Makes me a little sad that this was our last year in our little house. This house has seen A LOT over the years.

Kirk Herbstreet...Can you see me?

2015-02-15T07:00:00.000-06:00

For the last Baylor game of the season, College Gameday came to Waco. I could NOT pass up the opportunity to go see the production of my favorite show. So the we all got up early and drove down to Waco to watch Gameday. Jack just wanted to play catch, and did for the REST OF THE DAY. After the show was over, we all hung out at a friends tailgate for the remainder of the day. Since the kids and I didn't have tickets, we left and went home in time to catch it on TV while Paul stayed and rode back with friends. Overall, it was a GREAT day and Baylor ended up Big 12 champions!

The Triples Are 5!!!

2015-02-13T12:48:00.000-06:00

So back in October, the triplets turned 5. I know I can't believe we have 3 five year olds. Time has really flown by. These kiddos have turned out to be so much more than I could have ever imagined. Per our usual custom, we had a costume party since their birthday is so close to Halloween. A great time was had by all and the weather was perfect!

This one is from their birthday night dinner, they are yelling "5" as Poppy asks how old they are.

Pics To Catch Up-Thanksgiving

2015-02-11T07:25:00.001-06:00

I know I know I'm a terrible blogger. To catch up I'm going to start blogging more. Check out these fun pics from our Thanksgiving with my family. My grandmother came into town along with my cousin and her family from California. Lots of folks were there: my uncle and aunt from Houston; my mom's cousin, husband and son from Dallas; my brother and Whitney and my second cousin Tim and his family also from Dallas.

We have so much to be thankful for this year!

We Wear A Lot of Green and Gold

2014-11-06T14:37:00.001-06:00

We've had opportunity to go to several Baylor games this year. Each Friday the kids even wear their Baylor gear to school.

Paul and I even attended the TCU game...which BU won in a nail biter! We got to see and hang out with some great old friends like my college roommate Kristina.

The night before some of her TCU friends came over and decorated our house with purple streamers and forks and knives in our yard, it was actually pretty funny.

My parents helped by watching the kids overnight so we could stay in Waco after the game.

Family Reunion and UT Game

2014-11-04T08:51:00.001-06:00

A few weeks ago we drive down to Waco for the annual family reunion. After spending a solid half hour there with the family Paul, Mark, Jessica and I headed south to Austin.

The kids hung back with Al and Bev and played out at Jo's house. They had so much fun and so did we watching Baylor to defete the University of Texas!

Tailgating With Church Friends

2014-11-01T19:55:00.001-05:00

A few weeks ago our entire Sunday school class and their kids got together at a friends house and celebrated football season.

Kids and adults were their favorite teams, and we had a wonderful time socializing with each other. Only two other families were Baylor fans so we had to snap some pictures.

Go Bearcats!

2014-11-01T19:16:00.001-05:00

I know I know I'm a terrible blogger. Here's one from a few months back when we went to the Aledo game with DeeDee and Poppy...

As we were driving home Carter asked me how I knew so many people at football game. I told him that's what small-town living was like!

Oh and they handed out foam fingers which made my life a little bit more difficult...

Fun with Riggs

2014-09-27T13:27:00.000-05:00

Monday, Riggs' mom Karee and I decided to get the kids together for dinner and play time. The kids had a great time playing both inside and out and we consumed a HUGE amount of pizza.

These three ninja/superheros played really well together.

Addie really loves Mrs. Karee. She always snuggles with her and gives her a big ole hug.

Jack has really gotten into golfing, he goes out back nearly every day to practice.

Of course there was wrestling, what kind of party do you think this was? We even moved furniture for them.

DeeDee's Birthday

2014-09-25T13:20:00.000-05:00

Last week was DeeDee's birthday so, per tradition, we loaded up and went to this great taco joint as a family.

Getting a picture together is no small feat. It took several tries with DeeDee and Poppy and we didn't ever get a really GREAT shot...

On Sunday we went to have drinks and appetizers with my cousin's son Mike and his girlfriend Trisha. Trisha is interning at Parkland and has moved down from Minnesota. After we met them we went to my mom's cousin Judy's birthday celebration. Judy and her husband Evans have THE BEST climbing tree. I remember going over there as a kid and always climbing that tree!