It pays to have friends in "high" places...

Well, we got to go on an adventure that not many people get enjoy. My family and I got to see "how the other half lives". One of my best friends hubby is a pilot and is also one of the nicest and most thoughtful guys I have ever met! He was nice enough to think of my kiddos this past week while he was on I guess what you'd call a layover here in Houston. He actually thought to see if my kids would enjoy coming out to the airport to see the plane that he flies. Of course I jumped at the chance to take the kids (not to mention I was REALLY excited too!) and off we went. My hubby got to come a long as well so it made it extra special. So off we went to visit, Mr. "Davin" as my ds #2 calls him and they were very excited. Here are a few pics for all of you, who will someday read my blog, (lol) to ohhh and ahhh over and you can get a little glimpse of "how the other half lives"!







Thanks! Mr. "Davin" It was a lot of fun and we really appreciate it!

So Long....Farewell...

Well, it's a true miracle...I have not had one Dr. Pepper in 1 week and I have not fallen over dead! It's something I've tried to do before and failed at miserably but a new friend of mine made a comment that for some reason really affected me. It's a comment I've heard before but she said it in such a way that I had one of those "AHH HAAA" moments. Apparently this "spare tire" that I'm carrying around my mid section is in large part a result of my Dr. Pepper "addiction". Now I'm not saying that giving birth to three fairly large babies and gaining at least 70 lbs each time has not contributed to it but it's a lot of the reason I can't get rid of most of it. So, I'll keep you posted as I once again begin the work out regimen that I quit doing just because I was moving, and let you know if my battle of quitting the DP's is a success or not! Stay tuned....

Happy Birthday Jacob

Well, I'm a few days late but on Sunday July 6th, 2008 my oldest turned 7 years old. Normally we would have had a huge birthday party with all of his friends (and mine) but this year things were different. Since we've moved it was hard trying to plan a party like before and everyone he wanted to invite was back "home" so we surprised him after church and took him to Chuck E. Cheese's. He was very surprised and very happy! I got him a cake...a baseball one and we sat as a family ate lunch, enjoyed cake and played lots of games. It turned out great and I learned that it's okay to just have a "family" celebration once in a while.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY JACOB...I love you!!!!

Every Parent Should Do It....

Well, I know, it's been almost a month since I've posted but every time I think I have something good to write....it seems a little boring. But now I've got something that I'd like for all of the parents out there to do. We've done it now and we've done it more than once...this last time was our 3rd visit and we plan to go again! It's a place that your kids will love and it let's you as an adult act like a kid without you feeling like a dummy! There is something for just about every age to do and if you so choose something for every age to eat. This wonderful place that I am referring to is...SEA WORLD! We went to Sea World in San Antonio, Texas. I would love to be able to visit all of the Sea World locations one day but for now the San Antonio location will be just fine! Now, I must admit that once upon a time I wanted to work at Sea World. Now, I'm not talkin' about at the ticket counter or one of the many attractions. Didn't want to pick up trash or clean the restrooms, NOPE! I wanted to be a trainer that worked with either the dolphins or Shamu. I'd just jump in now if they'd let me! Well, as most of you know that's not where I ended up. So now I just go and enjoy watching the shows and pretend it was me out in that freezing cold salt water the animals call home. You see you can get a taste of that freezing cold salt water if you sit in the right spot....the seats labeled "splash zone". They don't just put that on your seat for the heck of it either, especially if you sit in the first 5-6 rows. Don't just take my word for it, go and experience for yourself. Now if it is not your cup of tea, it's okay. Just think of how much fun your kids would enjoy it...the look on their faces is enough to make it worth going...just take a look...







Now how can you resist such a reaction????

Cardboard Testimonies

This is such a simple way for all to see how your life can be changed by the love of Jesus!

Newbie to the Blog World...HELP!

Hello fellow Blogger's and readers...I have finally done it. I've finally created my very own blog. Now as I am not sure how this will turn out and I don't really know all the correct lingo and "rules" (if there are any) but I am anxious and excited to give it a try. I so enjoy reading other blogs, especially my dear friend back "home" as this keeps me in the "loop" and feeling like I never moved. At least during the time I'm reading it...LOL! That move will be a topic later on. I also enjoy looking at the blogs who pretty much keep things up to date through pictures. I hope to do both through my blog as I am not the most eloquent writer. That is my plan a little writing and pictures. Stay tuned to see if I'm successful!