Life Flies By even faster...

I can't believe it is already mid November! Wow! The kids are growing and changing everyday. Hunter and Hayden are really loving school at Alpha Omega! Hunter is playing basketball this year. He is now standing 5'9. That is three inches taller than his mommy. Both boys just finished fall baseball. Hayden was so cute this year on first base! Hailey is still doing gymnastics. She is competing level 8 starting in January. The skills are getting harder, but she still loves it! Hannah is in pre-k at First Baptist Academy and is having a blast with Mrs. Heemann. She is just a ball of energy! I am amazed at all that she is learning! She really a smarty pants!

We are going back to Disney in January for a gymnastics meet and a little family fun. The kids are thrilled of course.

Our life couldn't be any crazier so we decided to add a little more to the plate and build a house. We will be starting that process this spring. I will be posting a bunch of this process on my blog so that I can journal this family memory. It is going to be an adventure!

Is it a school day today?

Hannah is already asking how many more days until she gets to go to Pre-K. She has been out of school for a week and she misses her friends already! I have a feeling this is going to be a long summer for her. For the rest of us it will just fly by. We went to the pool today and just had fun relaxing. Oh, how I love summer vacation!

Happy Memorial Day!

I am so proud to be from a family that believes in protecting our freedom. My grandfather, and dad were in the Navy and I have two brothers that are currently serving in the Navy. The sacrifice that those who lost their lives made can never be forgotten. I pray for Gods protection for all the men and women who serve in every branch of the military and for their families that are at home.

Astros Fans!

Through wins and losses we are still Astros fans! Our kids love to watch them play. We went to the game this Saturday with Poppy, Grammy, and Benjamin. It was fun even though we lost to the Rangers. Junction Jack and the Rangers mascot even came and sat with us.

Fairy Tale Theatre

Today was Fairy Tale Theatre in Haydens class. They came to our house for a pancake breakfast and the acted out fractured fairy tales. It was a hoot! The kids were very creative. Hayden was Hansel in Hansel and Gretal. Only one week of school left, and then my baby boy will be in the third grade.

Field Day

Hayden had Field Day at school yesterday. It was so much fun! The P.E. teacher did a great job putting it all together and the teachers manned the games and made it a special day for the kids. They mix the ages on the teams with kindergarten through forth grade. It really helps the kids work together and build team spirit. I was the adult team leader for my nephews team and he was so much fun to watch. They let Hailey be on our team even though she doesn't attend the school. It made her feel really special. Hayden was on the orange team and they got third place. Hunter ran a water balloon game and did a great job being in charge. He is really showing good leadership skills. All in all it was a fun day for everyone!

Boys and Sports

In our house the boys play baseball for the YMCA.Hunter is in kid pitch and Hayden in coach pitch. We like it because it is usually one practice and one game a week. With our busy schedule it works well and the boys have been able to enjoy other sports as well. Hayden does Ta Kwon Do and Hunter does Shooting Sports. Hayden just got his Yellow Stripe and broke his first board. He was so excited and we are so proud. He has been practicing his pattern for a few weeks and is so stinkin cute!

Hannah's Birthday

On May 3rd our little princess turned 4. She wanted a Fancy Nancy tea party....So that's what we had. It was one of the most fun parties I have ever planned. Finding girly stuff was so easy and I knew the little guest would be so impressed. They were all so cute and that night when she was saying her prayer she thanked God for all of her friends and for her party. She then said, "Mommy for my next birthday I want a Hello Kitty party. How long till I'm five?"

An Amazing....Humbling Day

Last Thursday James and I had the oppurtunity to meet Nick Vujicic. He spoke at a fundraiser for Arrow. We have heard him before, but this time was up close and personal.

Life Flies By

It has been a while since my last blog.... Wow how life seems to fly by! The kids are busier than ever. Hailey has just finished competing level 7 and is now training level 8 in gymnastics. She did awesome this season finishing state in 5th place. In the sport of gymnastics that is really great! She recieved two gold metals four silver, and numerous bronze throughout the season. Hayden is doing Martial Arts and just earned his yellow, red and blue stars. He is having fun and sure looks cute in his uniform. Hunter is shooting skeet, and trap through 4-H again. He loves it! He and Hayden are also playing baseball. Hannah is learning how to be an almost 4 year old. She wants to be big so bad, but is still little. She has fun at whatever she does.

James and I just went to Cabo last month. It was the most relaxing trip of my life. We had so much fun and will be going back there as soon as we can.