East Texas State Fair #2k16

A perfect family night at the fair was filled with corndogs, funnel cakes, fun little rides, and silly houses... It's so fun to see the joy through the eyes of our little one, even if it's worn off some for the big ones; they love to see Christian light up too though  :)  Makes my heart happy!

Caleb wins Homecoming Rep

So proud of this kid for being voted, by his peers, for a second time as the male class representative for Homecoming Court... he won junior year, in addition to his freshman year. He has such a sweet spirit and we're so happy his classmates see that in him as well. It was a wonderful Homecoming night and it's always a fun time getting to attend a Bulldog football game!

Papaw's 90th Birthday Bash!

Such a blessing for all of us to have loved our Papaw all our lives... he's an amazing man who loves his children and grandchildren with his whole heart.  We had a wonderful time celebrating him with beloved family!

First Day of School

Caleb is now a junior in high school, Caraline is a 7th grader in middle school, and Christian is starting Pre-K this year! Can't believe how big these kids are, but they are so precious. Also, I am super duper excited to teach my third year of journalism in my brand new classroom... had some sweet students help me get it ready this summer too. I am honored to inherit Mrs. McKinley's beloved room which was passed down from the cherished Mr. Adams. I will do my best to carry on your love to my own students, Cindy and Tony!

Summer Beach trip at Pensacola

Our Party of Five drove down to Pensacola, Florida this July... it was everything we dreamed it would be. Beautiful white sands and the bluest of blue waters. We saw dolphins, enjoyed Casino Beachside Bar appetizers often, played in the water all day everyday, ate dinner at Flounders, and even watched the Blue Angels overhead. It was the first time we had ever gone on vacation with just the five of us, and it really was such a fun time!

 

Miss Thang is a GOLDEN GIRL

We are so proud of our Sweet Caraline making the Tyler Golden Girl Drill Team! She worked so hard over the last four years at Dance N Drill and all the while her goal was to make that drill team. She was so nervous... she wanted so badly to be on a Kick Line and she made the Kick Team too!  She already has her sight set on becoming officer 8th and 9th grade years so she is more than prepared to be on her HS team <3 p="">

Roar! Christian's Four!

His party was Dinomite! Little man was so excited to have over friends and family to help celebrate his 4th birthday... complete with Dinosaur Egg cake pops, Jurassic Jello, veggies for herbivores and dino nuggets w/ wings for the carnivores. We can't believe how fast he's grown, but we have loved every hilarious moment with his precious soul in our family.

Out with the Pink, In with the New

Bathroom renos SUCK, but water was coming up under the master bath shower into the guest bath... so, it had to be done. We were actually pretty excited to finally get rid of the awful pink and horrible stick down floor tiles. After several weekends and SEVERAL more dollars than we anticipated, we were so happy to be done with it all. Pretty excited about the final product too!

Caleb Auditions at The Voice!

Caleb and Drew went on a father-son road trip to Memphis, Tennessee so he could audition for NBC's The Voice... he had such a great time last year when we all traveled to Little Rock for American Idol's last summer auditions. He wanted to see what The Voice was about.  He performed Hozier's "Work Song" with more than soul than ever before. It was a really great experience for him and they had a lot of fun exploring Memphis's live music and BBQ!

New Years Eve with the Besties

Year after Year, we spend New Year's Eve with our favorite friends at the Hogg Hullabaloo... always an epic night filled with laughter, LCR, and raffle prizes. Amazing memories with Amazing people :)

Four Christmases

Simply having a Wonderful Christmas Time: Christmas Eve was spent with Poppa & Gigi and the Dudleys... Also enjoyed a relaxing lazy Christmas day with just our Party of Five.  Made it to a special day at Lala's and then saw some Ottes at Grandpa Dana's!