Saturday & Happy Birthday Kyle

Megan, Meme and I had tons planned for Saturday.  Megan and I were extra tired on Saturday because Meg was up at 3:00 screaming because her head hurt so bad.  Unfortunately, Meme didn’t have any Motrin in the house, so I loaded Meg up into the car around 3:30 and headed into town to pick some up.  As we were pulling back into the driveway, Meg told me that he stomach was hurting.  Before I could get the car into the garage, Meg threw up all over the front seat of meme’s car.  It was almost 5 by the time I got Meg back to sleep, some laundry started, the car cleaned and back to sleep myself.  Not sure what the cause of it was, but Meg felt great on Saturday (other than a little bit of a headache still lingering).   

We left the house around 9:40 to get our day started.  First stop was the hair salon for Meme.  While Meme was getting her hair cut, Meg and I headed to TC for some delicious breakfast tacos.  Next stop was Dillards.  I needed to buy some work clothes for my new job (more on that later).  After Dillards, we headed to DSW.  Then it was on the the jewelry store, Target, Sam’s and then finally to Hobby Lobby.  By the time we got home it was 6:40.  Luke and Ruth came over Saturday night, so we got to hang out with them some more. 

While we were at Hobby Lobby, I picked up some craft supplies to make some ornaments.  Unfortunately, I don’t have a picture of the finished product.  I will say though, it was super fun to make and turned out very cute. 

Sunday, Meme, Meg and I got up early to head to HEB.  We thought by going early we would beat the rush – we were wrong!  The store was super busy.

Sunday evening, Kyle and Sheryl and Taylor, Ruth & Luke came over to celebrate Kyle’s birthday.  We had spaghetti for dinner and the sang Happy Birthday to Kyle and let him blow out a candle.  The only candle I could find around the house was a rose candle – I think it worked. 

Happy Birthday Kyle!!! 

Happy Birthday from Boompaw & Nawnaw

Boompaw and Nawnaw came over for dinner to bring Meg her birthday gift.  She was so happy when they pulled up, that she went running to the car. 

***Meg & Nawnaw***  

***Meg & Boompaw*** 

Meg couldn’t wait to see what Boompaw and Nawnaw got her for her birthday.  She was so excited to see her very first lemonade/snow cone stand. 

  

She sold us lemonade all night.  Jarrad told her that he would bring her a cash box so she would have a place to keep her money. 

The night after she got her stand, she went to the driveway to sell her products.  Unfortunately, I had a migraine, so I stayed inside and didn’t get any pictures.  Jarrad was able to go out there with her though.  The poor girl picked a pretty bad night to open up business – she had to close her stand early because it started raining.  All with out a sale. 

Meg’s 6th Birthday Party

Saturday night, we celebrated Meg’s sixth birthday with friends and family.  Meme, Poppy, Big Unk, Auntie Ruthie & Luke all came in from San Antonio to spend the weekend with us and help celebrate. 

We blew up the bounce house in the backyard, opened the sand box and the kids had a blast.  For once, I didn’t take tons of pictures – sometimes I feel like I’m missing out because I’m living my life thru my lens.  I did snap some pictures of her opening gifts and blowing out candles.  We served beef and chicken fajitas with bad ass beans and all the fixings.  The night was perfect. 

I still can’t believe my baby is SIX! 

 

***The Divas***

Happy Birthday Jarrad!

We celebrated Jarrad’s birthday at home with steak, mashed potatoes and broccoli.  Meg and I also baked him some cupcakes.  It was a quiet evening at home, just the three of us, but I don’t think Jarrad wanted it any other way.  After dinner, we sang happy birthday to him and made him blow out his candle.  There is only one candle because 35 candles wouldn’t fit on a cupcake ;) 

 

Celebrate

Meg’s sixth birthday was great.  I woke her up by singing Happy Birthday to her.  Then, I carried her into our room to snuggle before it was time for us to rush through the house getting ready for school. 

Of course, I made her do pictures in the driveway.  This year, she was a willing participant. 

 

That night, Meg and I met Daddy, Boompaw and Nawnaw for dinner at Spaghetti Warehouse (Meg’s favorite).  We were early, so Meg, Jarrad and I shared a drink at the bar.  The bartender gave Meg a frosty glass of milk.  She loved it. 

After dinner, Meg, Jarrad and I headed home so Meg could open up her gifts from us.  I loved the wrapping :) 

All-in-all, it was a GREAT birthday.  I still can’t believe she’s six.  We are having Meg’s birthday party on September 11.  I can’t wait. 

Dinner with great friends

Friday night, after Jamie and I took the kiddos to Hawaiian Falls, we all agreed on Italian food for dinner.  We loaded up in the car and headed to Arlington for dinner Macaroni Grill.

 

We were all starved by the time we got there.  We quickly decided on a meal and placed our orders.  To keep the kids entertained, we had the balloon artist make the kids some balloon dogs.  The dogs actually kept there minds off how hungry they were. 

 

After we enjoyed our meals, Jamie told the waiter that we were celebrating Megan’s birthday.  When the staff came out to sing Happy Birthday to Meg, they asked her “How old are you?”  She said “I’m going to be six”.  Luckily for me, Jamie was thinking on her feet and told the staff that we were celebrating early.  (Meg’s birthday isn’t until Aug 31.)

Meg loved having everyone sing a special Happy Birthday song to her.  She smiled the entire time.  I’m so glad that she doesn’t embarrass easy. 

 

We headed for the lake on Saturday.  I have tons of pictures to post, just need to sort through them. 

Happy {FIRST} Birthday, Luke!

I can’t believe we already celebrated by my sweet, adorable nephew’s FIRST birthday!  Where has the year gone?   Luke is the cutest little boy in the world (in my world at least).  Ruth went to great lengths to make Luke’s birthday party a huge success. 

***Dessert and party favor table***

While we were singing Happy Birthday to Luke, he was smiling and looking around at everyone.  After the birthday song was over, he sang a little to us.  It was the most adorable thing I’ve ever seen. 

***Luke’s cupcake***

***He loved it*** 

***Yellow was a good color choice***

***Taylor, Luke & Ruth***
I love the look that Luke is giving Taylor

***so happy***

***Milk to wash down the cupcake***

***opening gifts*** 

Ruth got the older kiddos a piñata – it was a huge HIT.  Each kid got a turn and had a blast hitting the donkey.  We went in order of age, which meant Meg was the last kiddo to take a turn.  Meg beat the snot out of it, eventually knocking it’s body off.

 

***Rush went first***

***Then Presley***

***Followed by Paisley***

***The slugger, aka Megan***

***body off***

***candy on the lawn***

The party was a huge success.  Luke got lots and lots of new toys.  We gave him a sand box – Ruth and Taylor were thrilled :)  Kyle & Sheryl got Luke the sand to go in the sand box and some toys. 

Happy birthday Luke.  We love you!!! 

I have more pictures and will post them in the near future. 

My Birthday at the Ranch

Jarrad, Megan and I left out of Friday for Easter weekend at the ranch.  Friday happened to be my birthday and Good Friday, so Meg was out of school and I took the day off.  Jarrad even took the day off so we could head out early.  I think he was excited about taking Joey out for the first time. 

The trip took a little longer than normal because we were pulling the trailer, but we managed to make it out to the ranch in one piece.  We unloaded and started to get the trailer leveled out.  In no time, it was set up and we were ready for the weekend.

Jarrad unloaded the mule while Meg and I played inside.   As soon as the Mule was unloaded, Meg grabbed the ladder so she could climb up into the attic.  About 20 minutes after we got situated, Meme & Poppy arrived.  Meg was so excited to give them the tour. 

She showed them the “upstairs” (bedroom), her “attic”, the bathroom, and the garage.  Meme and Poppy actually slept in the garage (there are two double bunk beds back there). 

After the tour, we went for a drive around the ranch.  We loaded up the dogs and headed down the road.  Gunner bailed ship and refused to come thru the gate.  I had to walk back and convince him that the gate wasn’t going to hurt him. 

***Gunner, not looking so convinced***

***Jarrad, Poppy, Megan, Meme, Dixie & Gunner***

A trip to the ranch wouldn’t be complete without Dixie taking a dip in a few tanks.  Gunner isn’t sure about the water yet, but I have a feeling he’ll learn to love it. 

 

***Dixie swimming***

***Gunner thinking about taking a swim***

***Gunner decided that swimming was overrated, but found a fresh pile of cow shit to roll around in*** 

***Gunner after his bath***
  

After our ride and after Gunner’s bath, we all cleaned up and headed to Mary’s for my birthday dinner.  Thankfully, no one sang to me!