There's a secret I've got...

And I'll share it with my Bubba.

On Your Mark, Get Set, GO!

GTO decided he wanted to run track this season. I don't think he knew he was signing up for Cross Country, but he is doing really good at it. He completed his first one mile cross country meet today, and we are so proud of him. They group all the kids together...1st through 6th grade. He knew he would be the youngest, most inexperienced in the race, but he didn't care and ran his little heart out. He was happy that he didn't come in last place and we were just happy to see him finish a one mile race. He has three more track meets this season, so hopefully his time will improve with each race.

When the coach fired the gun to start the race, you would have thought GTO had been shot. He jumped out of his skin and froze. It took him a few seconds to actually start the race.

I MISS YOU TOO

On the way to taking GTO to school this morning, he was telling me about a little girl that is a new friend. I asked him if the little girl goes to the after school program with him. He replied, "No, she says her Mommy would miss her too much if she went." As my stomach dropped and my heart began to ache, I realized I had to explain to him that I MISS him all day to, but some Mommy's work. I told him how much I miss him when I am away no matter where I am, and I told him that I would try to pick him up early on Friday. That seemed to make him happy, but I still felt the guilt. During the sad conversation, I must not have been paying attention to driving...

I looked up in the mirror and saw this...lights flashing and all! UH OH! I had just pulled into the school zone and knew that I wasn't speeding. I asked the officer what the problem was, and he stated that I turned left on a red light. I seriously can't believe I did this...apprarantly, I can't drive while on a guilt trip. I waited for the officer to return while explaining to GTO what was going on.

The officer returned and said, Ma'am, you have a perfect driving record, so I am going to give you a warning, and by the way, HAPPY BIRTHDAY. Yes, he really said that! How nice!

P.S. DAD/Papa - If you are reading...Yes, perfect driving record...that is what the officer said! Unbelieveable, Right?

First Day of 1st Grade

This is the first year that GTO has gone to school excited and has not shed any tears. I guess this is a sign that he is growing up and is less fearful of the unknown. My mind is racing now worrying about how his first day is going. I wish I could be excited like he was, but my separation anxiety is kicking in. I am counting down the hours until I can go get him. I hope that he is this happy to go back tomorrow.

Doesn't he look cute???

YOU at SIX

1. In two weeks, you will start first grade.


2. You haven't lost a tooth yet, but have one loose one.


3. Pizza is your favorite food.


4. You love learning and especially love science and space.


5. You love robots...WALL-E and Life as a Teenage Robot.


6. You love music.


7. You love to dance.


8. You love playing games.


9. You are VERY competitive.


10. You are the sweetest boy!

You bring so much happiness to my life. Your sweet, kind spirit makes me smile everyday! I am so proud of you. I love you, my sweet boy! Happy 6th birthday!!!

6th Birthday Party

Saturday, we had a little get together with family and a couple close friends to celebrate GTO's 6th birthday. We had pizza and then we took Greyson and a friend and cousin bowling. They had a great time. Tuesday is the BIG DAY, and then later this month we are going to have a back to school party for all his school friends. It is going to be a busy month.

Do you want a piece of me?

What kid doesn't love admiring their own shadows. GTO was enjoying the look of his big muscles.

Home Again

This just about sums up our weekend. It was another relaxing weekend at the lake, and the kids had another great weekend swimming and playing.

PEDAL TO THE METAL

Any advice for teaching a 5 year old to ride a bike?

Back to Normal - maybe?

We are back to work, and the kids are back to their summer routine. We had a wonderful time at the lake, and I actually feel fairly rested. I wanted to post this picture of GTO. Looking back thru the lake pictures, this one is probably my favorite. It just reminds me of the great time we had. I love his sun kissed cheeks, and his blurry water filled eyes from hours of swimming off the dock. I know some of our fondest memories will be ones from summer weekends spent at the lake and the hours we spent on the boat. It just doesn't get much better than this.

A long day/Happy 4th

The beautiful dark haired girl is my niece, Morgan.
Patiently waiting on the golf cart parade to begin.
Below is one of the many decorated golf carts. I selected this pic to show that even Texans know the team to root for. GO SOONERS!
My wonderful family watching the parade go by.
After the parade, we were off to the carnival.
Didn't win at the ring toss...
BUT GIGI WON A CAKE AT THE CAKE WALK. In GiGi's world, this was equivalent to winning the lottery. She would have carried that cake around all day to get home with it. She was very proud of it.

Waiting on fireworks to start.

What a magnificent day!!!
THE END

A Proud Day

Guess who skied today??? I could not be any happier to see both my babies on skis. It was a joyous moment. GiGi wanted to go first and got right up on her skis. She skied all over the lake. I can't believe my three year old can ski. I am so proud of both of them!!! We had a great day on the lake.

GiGi skiing

GTO skiing

SIBLINGS...

BROTHER TO SISTER,

SISTER TO BROTHER,
I WILL LOVE AND PROTECT YOU...
LIKE NO OTHER!!!

I LOVE THIS BOY!!!

Greyson's New Look.....

We noticed last weekend that Greyson was having problems with his eyes. After a visit to the eye doctor, it turns out that he is really far sighted (can't see close up). We picked up his new glasses this morning, so here are a few quick shots. I think he looks so cute.

The sweetest little boy in the world...