Hangin' with friends (and staff) of Fat Daddy's!

No Bobby, the fat kid eating the sandwich does not look like you!

HAPPY BIRTHDAY CATHY!

Daddy Jack's is always a great place for a birthday party! We wish you many more Cathy!

Beth, Jeanine, Angie, Judy, Cathy
Steve, Dave, Kendall, Kiki

Christi's Birthday...

HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO OUR SWEET FRIEND CHRISTI! We celebrated with friends at Fireside Pies in Grapevine!

Christi Shortino's Bday

Some Favorite Websites

Okay, for those of you who know me well, know that I am VERY loyal to small businesses. Maybe because my dream is to own my own small business. Maybe because because I really do believe in the American dream of being your own boss. Maybe it's the unsurpassed customer service you get from small business owners. Nonetheless, here are a few of my favorites. Go ahead and click on each link. You will be just as happy as me to get to know these incredible entrepreneurs~! From photogrophy to landscaping to cool clothing, beverages and real estate...they all rock. There will be more added soon!

http://www.anthologieimages.com/

http://www.pixels-coppell.com/

http://www.lawnsofdallas.com/

http://www.muzeclothing.com/

http://www.drinkvib.com/

http://www.ericcates.com/

Saddle Tree Trail - Ladies Night

Tonight was our monthly 'Ladies Night' for the gals of Saddle Tree Trail. Several of us met at Poorva's house for snacks and wine. I love where I live! God has put us here in this house, in this neighborhood, around these people for a reason and I am thankful for that!

Good Morning!

Jessie was supposed to be sleeping in her bed!

ROLL TIDE!

BAMA beat Clemson this weekend 34-10 in the Georgia Dome. Take that ACC! The SEC rocks!!! We love college football!

Camping - Labor Day Weekend

Another camping trip goes down in the books. However, there were no tents this time, so I don't know what you call it when everyone sleeps in cabins or RVs. We made memories none the less.

• Jason broke his favorite outdoor chair
• bee stings
• roasting marshmallows
• campers next to us almost burned the campground down
• swimming in the lake
• fishing
• boating
• bar b que
• Shari's potato salad
• hundreds of rides in the golf cart
• lots of chips and dips
• trouble making kids
• wooden airplanes
• head lamp flashlights (brilliant!)
• sunburn
• cut toes
• stinky dead rat under the cabin
• sweat!

Oh the good times!! I think the video scroll below says enough. I can't wait until the fall when we can curl up around the campfire in our sleeping bags. It was WAY TOO HOT for that on this trip!

Labor Day Camping Trip

Get Your Kicks on Route 66

I worked in Oklahoma today and got to travel along the Historic Route 66. Nothing really interesting, but it is cool to say that I drove it from Tulsa to Sapulpa! There were alot of old car dealerships, hamburger joints and antique stores that looked cool. I felt like singing "Life is a Highway" and watching "Lightning McQueen"! I wish I would have had my camera to take a picuture of the old road signs, but I didn't even take my cell phone with me today!!! I feel like I left the house without my pants on!

Jessie had the opportunity to "model" for Images 4 Kids a couple of weeks ago. They are a photography company that takes school pictures in the area. She is going to be used in their marketing material as advertisement. She had a great time with the photographer and loved changing clothes to have her picture made. Her smile is beautiful if I say so myself!!

Jessie's Photo Shoot

Back to School Brunch with the Girls!

The gals and I enjoyed a little morning brunch at Shari's once all the kids were off to school.

Cheers!!

The First Day of School

Check out my big girl in her uniform!!! She is so proud and couldn't wait to get to school. She had a great day in Ms. Ashley's K1 class. Grayson had a good day too. He really likes Ms. Kautz. I pray that this will be a great school year for the both of them.

Gearing Up for the First Day of School...

Only 11 1/2 more hours until school officially starts back!! It's 8:30 p.m. and the kids are in their own beds (even Jessie). I am so proud of Kendall and me for sticking to the schedule tonight!

Grayson is very excited to be a second grader. And thankfully, Jessie is excited about moving up to K1 at Primrose. Today has been spent getting that first school outfit ready. Jessie will be in uniforms this year and right now she can't wait! I hope the excitement doesn't fade when she realizes she is wearing navy, khaki, red and white everyday!

I'm off to pack a lunch for Grayson and for the first time in a long time, Kendall and I are going to bed early too!!

Promotion Sunday

Grayson and Kyler start their craft project

Good job on the pancakes guys!
Jessie's class having snacks after singing, bible story and crafts
Grayson came in to help the kids with play dough

It's that time of year when the kids promote to the next class in Sunday School. Grayson's group got to make pancakes then went on to arts & crafts, music and their lesson. He really enjoyed it. Jessie moved in to Mrs. Hair's class with her friends. They had a great time today too. I am so thankful that my kids love to go to church!

Happy VERY Late Birthday to Kyler!

Kyler West turned 7 in January. Yes, January. We celebrated his birthday at the aquatic center water park today. Check out the videos at the bottom. Grayson is so cute jumping in the pool, Eric is just funny!

Grayson and Kyler enjoying the pool

Kyler got some really cool presents
Jessie loves this water park!
Dive on in Grayson!

August Birthdays

August is a big month for birthdays in our families. Cate Huff turned 4, Natalie Biggs turned 6, and CJ turned 1! Here are a couple of pics that my mom sent of Natalie and CJ enjoying their birthday cakes!

RAIN, RAIN...PLEASE STAY!

Finally, it rained last week!! The kids went straight outside to play when they saw the water. Most people hate rain but I welcomed it. My yard did too!

The Last Basketball Game of the Summer!!!

Grayson's last basketball game of the summer league was last Saturday! I hate to admit that we are thrilled it is over. It was like watching the Bad News Bears of Basketball!! After the game they had a party at Cici's Pizza and got trophies for their efforts. Thanks to Kiki for his patience in coaching the kids!

Neighborhood Bowling Party

We usually see our neighbors all the time. But with the summer heat and busy schedules, we have stayed indoors if we are home. So instead of the usual block party we decided to go bowling at Main Event last Friday night. The kids had a ball! We learned we will never be able to form a neighborhood bowling team - none of us were very good!!!


Jessie enjoys the pizza
Silly little boys!

Come on Kendall, somebody needs to hit the pins!
Maguire, the camera is over here!
This ball is too heavy!

Kenny is smiling because he bowled a spare!