Long Week

It's been a long week.

Kinda glad it's over.

Really glad it's the weekend.

Noemi

A little over a week ago, my aunt was rafting with girlfriends in Nevada and was the victim of a tragic accident involving a jet ski.  Tonight, Noemi passed away.  I will remember Noemi for her infectious laugh, her exuberant spirit, and love of life.  So many prayers are needed for emotional healing and a peace that only Jesus can bring to those left behind.  Please pray particularly for my Uncle Gary and Noemi's three children during this time of mourning.

Sunday Afternoon Visit

After church, lunch, and naps, we  headed over to Memaw and Poppie's with the kids for a Sunday afternoon visit.   

Ellery rocked the house on the drums.

Liam ran through the sprinklers.

While his sisters watched.



And Marin played a song on the harmonica
for her baby doll.

Where Are All the Balloons???

It was a nice day, so we decided to take the family to the Plano Balloon Festival.

There were lots of things for the kids to do, but what we were all waiting for was the 6 o'clock hot air balloon launch.

So, we grabbed a bite to eat, had a picnic, and waited for the balloons to launch.  And we waited.  And waited.  And waited.  Six turned into 6:30.  And then seven.  Apparently, since there was a threat of bad weather, they decided to cancel the launch.  Boo.

Good thing the police were there to calm the disgruntled crowd.  Liam liked sitting in the police car.  Only the front seat for you, young man.

This is the closest we came to a hot air balloon launch today.  But, that's okay, we still had a great time!

Three Buddies

Tonight's Dinner

Tonight's dinner included a bonus avocado facial for both girls.

Are You Ready For Some Football?

Looks like Ellery is.

But then again, maybe cheerleading is more her style.

Patriotic Friends

It was Patriotic Day today at Sloan School.  Red, white, and blue flooded the hallways, the kids ate iced sugar cookies shaped like American flags, the school marched in a little parade, and had a ceremony out by the flag pole.  I was flipping through the pictures on Facebook tonight, and it looked like so much fun.

I noticed my little guy in this one, and lingered for a moment, and then did a double-take.

It's so cute to see the innocence of little people holding hands as they walk along...or march in patriotic parades.  But something in me felt a little sentimental when I saw this one.  Doesn't he look so big and grown up?  One day, sooner than I'd like, Liam will stroll in with a real girlfriend, and they'll be holding hands, and I'll wonder how my little guy grew up so fast.

All Play, No Work

Monday was a beautiful Labor Day!  We've been dealing with record-breaking heat here in Texas.  Monday's high was 84 degrees.  What better way to celebrate a day off of work teamed with perfect weather than by playing outside at Nana and Papa's?



Fort Wort Zoo with Friends

On Sunday, we met Jon's buddy, Jack, from Austin and his family for an afternoon at the Fort Worth Zoo.  It was great to meet his wife and beautiful little girl.  We've been going to the Dallas Zoo for the past year, so was nice to switch and head west to the Fort Worth Zoo for a change.

Labor Day Weekending

Our Labor Day Weekend consisted of...

Noodle Fights,

Relaxing in the Pool,

...And in the Kitchen,

Acts of Bravery,



Dancing to the Beat,

Pizza Making,

Pajama Parties,

 And Lots of Sweet Smiles.