Weekend at the Lake

We spent last weekend at Houston County Lake with some of Brandon's family. The kids had a blast playing with some of their cousins that they don't see too often. My camera went dead after the 1st day, but here are the pictures I did get.

Thanks to the Ellis family for having us for the weekend!

Tuesday?

Yesterday while riding in the car and jamming out to one of the boys' cds, Z asked, "Is Tuesday the day we go to church?"

"No, Sunday is. Why?"

"Then why does that song say 'I 've got the joy way down in my heart Tuesday?' "

:)

'Cause we're cousins

We spent the day with my sister and her kids on Tuesday. Unbelievably, it was the first time all summer we've gone to their house for a playdate. (They only live 20 minutes away!!) It was well overdue and loads of fun!

25 Years!

On Saturday, my dad and stepmom celebrated 25 years of marriage. What an accomplishment!

Since they got married when I was so young, I cannot remember life without Kaye in it. My dad is SUPER lucky that she has loved him for so long! She is a blessing to him and to all of our family. I am not sure why she picked him (I think it must have been his cute kids!) but we are glad she did.

And, Dad, you're pretty alright, too!:)

Happy Anniversary, to my dad and Stepmonster! Wishing you 25 more!My dad swears she tricked him into getting married. He woke up one morning, walked out in his yard, and there was a wedding going on. Funny how he was coincidentally wearing a suit, huh??

Look at that dress...I think I've seen similar ones recently. Let's just hope the hair doesn't come back, too.

LR: Day four

Our final day in LR, we attended Olivia's birthday party at River City Gymnastics. It was a great place for a party and the boys had a blast!

Here are a few pictures from the fun:

Just like the big kids

Loving this fall into the pit
The birthday girl with her daddy
After partying we headed straight to TX. There was a daddy waiting at home who was missing his family. It was sure good to be home.

LR: Day three

Our third day in LR started with a playdate at one of our favorite play places--Church at Rock Creek. Becca and I took our kids to met up with a play group that Z played with many times while we lived there. We all had boys and then we all ended up pregnant around the same time. Everyone of them had girls the second time around...I was the only boy repeat! It was just like old times---except that we all had 2 to watch now!

Olivia got to ride with us and she and Z thought that was so fun!

William--isn't he great??
Ann Katherine--she was annoyed at the photo op.Maylee. She was just a few months old when we left. I just fell in love with her on our visit. Isn't she adorable?
Rhett peeking thru the netting. I believe this was just before his mama had to handle some bullies!
Little Monkey. Check out his bike wreck injuries on his lip and teeth.
Another monkey
Lawson After playing we headed to Buffalo Grill for lunch.

Here is a picture of the boys at lunch.

Somehow I missed getting a picture of any of the Partens. Sorry, Stacy! I loved sitting next to Madelyn at lunch and hearing her sweet songs.

That afternoon we checked out of hotel Svoboda and headed to our next destination--The Garner Home. There we enjoyed a delicious homecooked meal-complete with dessert! The kids enjoyed riding bikes when it cooled down. I am happy to report there were no wrecks, but it did bother Rhett that my kids did not have helmets, knee pads and elbow pads.

LR: Day two

Our second day in LR we saw lots of people that we love and miss. Our first stop was Immanuel where we surprised Mrs. Susan. It was just wonderful to see her!

Then we met the Garners and the Svobodas at the zoo. It was really hot, but we had a good time during our short visit. Rhett was our tour guide--a job he took very seriously. Here is warning Z that the snakes behind that glass are venomous and he should not get too close.

Alexee and T were pretty content getting pushed around in their strollers. We caught Alexee putting her hand on T's leg at one point. He made her take it off--something I am sure he will regret one day!

Here is the whole crew. Z, T, Olivia, Alexee and Rhett. The Svoboda twins stayed home...Becca is brave, but she does have her limitations!
Jamie, me and Becca

Z took this picture. I was impressed.

After the zoo, we were off to Purple Cow. I did not get a picture of that wild scene...3 adults, 2 toddlers and 3 four year olds eating lunch. I am sure you can get your own mental picture. Just know that when we left we were ALL covered in purple ice cream.

That afternoon we visited Brittany and her precious kiddos. I loved seeing them! Z and Mary Sydney have had a pretty serious courtship going on for a few years and they picked up right where they left off. Sorry, no pictures of them either!

That evening we went to our old cul de sac and visited our old neighbors. We were only able to see two families, but we loved seeing them so much. This part of the trip was very bittersweet for me. Both families were in awe at how much T had grown since we left. No pictures of this visit...I know I must do better!! I was too focused on not having an emotional breakdown.

Jamie came over after the babies were down and we visited for a while. Then we were off to bed...