Need any dirt?

Or scrap lumber?
Here is a remnant of the old wall. See the tree next to the old wall? I hope they don't have to tear it down and that it doesn't die from the roots being exposed or something of the like.

This is the barge the trackhoe was brought in on.

Destruction

This is in my backyard at this very moment. There used to be 3 good shade trees right in front of this massive machine. They provided lots of shade in the evening. There are also the beginning of ruts. I hope all the destruction and cost are worth it when this project is finished. I'm still reeling over the initial shock of the whole boathouse building process.

Little Man Is Growing Up To Fast

I was being lazy by not putting the sheets on Rance's crib at 11:00 PM the other night and asked him if he wanted to sleep in his big boy bed. He was thrilled to. It didn't take long for him to doze off, especially with the lights out and everyone else sleeping. I found him the next morning at the foot of the bed. We will still use the crib for a while longer, mainly during the day at nap time, even though he can climb out.

Bowling Trip

We went bowling with the kids group from church Wednesday night. This is Rance's first trip bowling.
Bri
Bri and Rance
He really does know what he's doing.

Game room antics

Colton
Group shot

Rance didn't want to take off his tiny bowling shoes. These are so cute, I might buy him some just to have.

My Travel Pics

I took this picture from my truck while driving on 288 south of Houston. This is a scrap metal place and someone there makes all of these metal sculptures.

Left to right:2 biplanes, a roadrunner, a spider, stealth plane, and a rocket ship. There are a few other sculptures, like a giant gorilla hanging from a crane, that didn't make it in to the pic. You can get an idea how big these are by comparing them to the car on the frontage road.

Sunrise on Surfside Beach

Psalm 71:14 But as for me, I will always have hope; I will praise you more and more.

I miss Him.

six years

My Little Man With A Big Boy Haircut

My hairstyling SIL gave Rance his big boy hair cut while on vacay. He wasn't too sure about sitting while all covered up, so Leah gave him a tootsie roll pop. He didn't have to worry about any hair getting on it since it was in his mouth the whole time. Daddy had to step in and 'help' just a little since there was so much going on.

He looks like someone else's kid. He looks so much like a little man now, but i miss his long hair a lot. Sniff, sniff. And no, I didn't cry. Let's just say he won't be getting another haircut for a while. Maybe this time next year.

Some progress

After a minor major set back involving a water pipe and a drill, I have made some headway on the computer room closet.

This is basically what the desktop will look like. I used reclaimed wood from our old deck. It is very weathered so it goes well with the other rustic wood in our living room.

Hopefully now that most of the kids' activities are done for a while, I can do more work on this project.

I did it Mommy... I did it!

I guess Rance is trying to tell me he is ready for a big boy haircut.

He was supposed to be brushing his teeth when Bri caught him trimming his hair. Fortunately, it isn't very noticeable.

But it's still a lot of hair!

Or he could copy his older brother:

Rance and the Giant Watermelon

Before
and after

Tastes like chicken

First time to try frog legs. Not much meat though, I would have to eat about 2 dozen. Fries up like a tiny chicken leg...with appendages.
Trevor shot this with his phone.

Storm Clouds

Taken tonight on the way home.

Humantoys

I am having a hard time believing this one. I came across this link from Mckmama. Seriously, people actually pay for this and get paid for this?! Sounds a little, uh, weird maybe?

Napoli's Pizza & Restaurant

If you are looking for a new place or just some good Italian food, then Napoli's is it. We have been a handful of times and each time the food was excellent. We took Bri there for her 8th grade promo and Trevor got their pizza and really liked it. Bri got chicken fettuccine alfredo and it was as equally good. My favorite is the lobster ravioli. You get 4 cheese stuffed ravioli with lobster meat sauce. Very tasty. I haven't tried any desert yet since I am usually full after garlic rolls with marinara dipping sauce, salad, and main coarse. I highly recommend this place.

It is located on 111 E Collin St, in Corsicana. Going west on 31, take a right on 10th St. and go North 2 blocks. It is to your left. Close to the railroad tracks.

Be sure and let me know what you think if you visit.

Sadie's (& Rance's) Speech

Another Milestone

I am up late tonight to putting the finishing touches on a slide show I have been working on. I got the idea to put this together for Briana for her 8th grade promotion today. In the slide show I have included pictures from my baby shower for Bri to today. I took pictures of the pictures with my camera since I don't have a scanner. So therefore the quality isn't as clear as the real thing. The photos are of Bri as an infant and as she grows up. They include each birthday, Christmas, Easter, first days of school, milestones, and achievements.

I wanted to do this for her to show her how special she is to me and to show everyone else the joy she has brought to my life. I couldn't be more proud at this moment. I pray everyday for your safety, faith to grow, continue to be a good example to your peers and thank God for sending you to me. I am blessed to be your Mom and will always love you babydoll.

Please pause my playlist on my left sidebar before playing the video and be sure to listen at the end for a special commentary from Bri.

How it all got started

To Write Their Names In The Sand

Been Busy

The past few weeks have kept us busy with school, field trips, ball games and so much more.

Colton was the first leg of the relay race.
They finished 3rd and he was tired.

So was Rance.

Just one of Bri's games. I think they are 2 for 2 right now.

I don't have any pics of Colton's games yet. Some coming soon I hope.

Western Day

Colton got a first place ribbon for Best Dressed second grade boy and a participation ribbon for the stick horse race at school.

I love this cowboy!