Carnival Time

Houston Rodeo 2011 We had a difficult time getting there with all the traffic and finding a cash lot to park in, but once we got on the bus, all was better. Addison was excited to ride in the bus. We had lots of fun at the petting zoo and riding the rides. We got to one pony ride as they were just closing it down because the ponies were anxious, and then other one closed right as we got there. So, we missed the pony rides. That's ok though, because there was plenty to see and do! We had cotton candy, popcorn, and dipping dots! We closed the place down and everyone fell right to sleep in the car! Looking forward to going next year!

A steering wheel, buttons, and lights. What more could a little boy want?

Arrrr!


Moments before Landry crawled behind Addison. Thankfully the ride ended.
After Landry fell and scratched up her face and arm. Poor baby girl!

Landry had no problem climbing on to the big tractors!

Of all the kids, he was the most difficult to get on the tractor. Who would have thought?

Addison's a big fan of the John Deere tractors.

A super soft bunny! The llama kept following us around and trying to get the food. Addison was not a fan of the llama.
Landon's a little apprehensive of the animals, but he'll touch them. He just won't feed them.
Landry's the brave one. She'll touch and feed them all!

Happy Birthday David!

Happy 39th Birthday to David. Ten years ago, when David turned 29, it was very traumatic for him! He made a lot of comments about turning 30 and it was clear he was not happy about it. Today, David turned 39 and handled it very well! I guess he's in a happier place now! haha

So, to celebrate his birthday we went to Joe's Crab Shack!

I called Ms. Stacy to see if she could watch the kids. She said "yes!" Phew!

Landry has missed Ms. Stacy. She wouldn't leave her lap!

Might as well get a group shot in since someone can take the pic!

We're going to get our hair cut tomorrow, so this can be our before shot!

The birthday boy!

David ordered the steam pot. That boy loves his seafood!

They asked if they could embarrass him. I said, "Yes!" For Addison's sake of course!

Twin's Party

Landry and Landon have been at there new school for about six weeks. They are adjusting well. They have to be together though to feel safe. When the new semester starts, they will be in the same class except for the afternoon, they will split up for a couple of hours. I'm hoping this will foster some independence on Landon's part. He loves Landry and needs to know where she is at all times!

We started the party of with some singing of the carols. Landry shook her antlers to ring her bells and Landon had some hand bells. I was wondering why she kept shaking her head back and forth. She was the only one really doing it! They certainly weren't playing Willow Smith's, "Whip My Hair!"

Being silly. I think she was hoping for a more active roll!

Lando checking out his book!

Landry checking out hers. You can never go wrong with colors.

Enjoying their books. I worked the night prior, so David was in charge of wrapping the books. He watched a video online to see how to wrap. He's never wrapped anything before. I think he said it took an hour to wrap two books. Kudos to Daddy!

Landon's painted stocking! He's been coloring everything black lately so I'm glad black wasn't an option!

Landry's stocking. Digging the red top! Nice touch!

Landon's not big on pictures these days, so the choke hold is appropriate in this situation!

Playing Dress Up

Poor Landon needs a brother. Nice shoes, son!

One, Two, Three, Four, Five!

Watch me Grow!

Addison Turns Five

My my, how time flies! This little girl is five! For her birthday, Addison and I had a lunch date at Chuy's and then we went to the zoo. Just the two of us. At the end of the day she said, "I had a great day." So sweet that one!

Artwork by Landon

The Artist:

The Artwork:

Landon thinks the house is his canvas. This is his second offense. There was another offense after this one. This boy better grow up to be a well paid artist for all the practice he is getting. God love him!