Law, Medicine, and Child Psychology: February 2009

Sunday, February 8, 2009

Cousins

I took this picture this weekend while some of the family was in to celebrate Kaelyn's upcoming 2 year old birthday, as well as my father-in-law's birthday, and Uncle Gene's birthday--whew!! The kids had a blast, as usual, playing together the whole time, completely worn out at the end o the day.

Callie vs. Punky Brewster

Callie has recently decided she likes to wear her hair in a side ponytail--I remember doing that myself! She looks really cute with it, and, knows it, as you can tell from the photo!

Irwin Visit

Our good friends from New Braunfels, RC and Susan Irwin, recently paid us a visit. We call them the kids' "honorary grandparents"--they are so sweet to us and our children, and we miss them a lot! RC and Bryan tried out the Wii while waiting on us girls to get ready for church.

Backyard Baseball

We recently signed Callie up for softball, so Daddy has been practicing with her often. She is actually really good at hitting the ball--but needs some real help with the fielding skills!! Jack always wants to participate, too; and he's not bad!

Children's Museum

Jack and I recently enjoyed a trip to the Children's Museum in Houston. It is pretty big, and lots of neat things to do, including painting your own face! Jack did a Tiger--did a pretty good job, huh?! He went with me to my doctor's appointment after our outing, where he truly thought Dr. Gei was going to "take Macie out" that day!! He was pretty disappointed when I told him she definitely has to stay for a while longer.

Bryan

Bryan graduated from law school in May 2009. He took his Bar Exam ...and passed!!! He has finally started putting all of that studying into practice, and is really enjoying where he works. True to his usual ways, he has succeeded in finding a workplace full of other sports fanatic guys, and is already plugging in to all sorts of fantasy teams, etc...However, I am also very happy to report that there is also a mens' Bible study conducted by his collegues every other week...isn't that incredible?! We are so proud of him and his accomplishments!

Callie

Callie is 8. She is smart, funny, stubborn, and VERY in love with stuffed animals, horses, art, and jokes. She is very meticulous--a definite perfectionist--must have got that from her dad! She likes to play outside, play softball, and collect rocks. She has already had a lot of orthodontic work, and has been very brave through it all, sporting her "Aggie colored" rubber banded braces with pride. She is a good big sister, though Jack doesn't take to her "mothering" very well! She has done super in school, and we are very proud of our firstborn!

Jack

Jack turned 6 in November. He is so adorable--funny, crazy, sweet, lovable, and quite possibly one of the most stubborn, competitive kiddos I've ever met! He is all boy--loves baseball, monster trucks, cars, super hero stuff, and trains. He runs super fast, but often falls, usually hitting his head in yet another place. He is a rule-follower, to a fault, and loves his structured routine. He is also loving, kind, and thoughtful. He loves attention from Callie, but usually goes about getting it by being the typical "pill" little brother. He is so sweet to Macie, and she adores him, and we do, too!

Macie

Macie is such a blessing. She is an odd combination of a fireball, extrememly stubborn, yet sweet, and almost always happy. She is constantly smiling and loves to cuddle. She definitely has Daddy (and Mommy!) wrapped around her sweet little finger. She is friendly to anyone she meets, and so far seems fearless--sometimes a scary combination! She insists on being a "big girl" and the very old age of 3. She loves baby dolls, Jack's cars, running everywhere, and being the center of attention. She runs the show with Callie and Jack--and she knows it! She is so fun, and we love her!