Pretty in Purple

We went to a friend's wedding yesterday, and I had dressed the girls in coordinating colors--I love doing that! Poor Jack just gets to wear something neutral. Callie looks like she is posing in the picture by herself, but she's actually watching a tiny ladybug crawl on her left arm! Bryan thought it would be funny for Macie to be "having some bubbly"--she probably would have liked the sparkling white grape juice if there had actually been some in the glass!

Macie's Mobile!!

Well, sort of! She is rolling now! She is has been SO CLOSE for several weeks, and finally has it. She seems to sort of like it on her belly, at least for a little while. I remember when Callie started rolling over, she HATED being on her tummy, and would immediately start crying. I would come and turn her back to her back, and 5 minutes later--you guessed it--she was back on her tummy, and unhappy about it! Macie is so sweet and snuggly--she is almost always happy, and just goes with the flow. How blessed we are!

Lots of Updating

I have put lots of new pictures on today--so just keep scrolling down!

Afternoon Swim

We love to go swimming at the Wims'!! This last time Zeke's neighbors, Stevee and Gavin, joined in the fun. As you can see, Macie didn't really enjoy herself as the water was actually a bit cool. I love the pic of Zeke and the 2 girls--as I snapped it he quipped, "I got two girls"! So like his daddy...Not sure why I didn't get any pics of Jack, but he was there, too!

NON-working Momma!

Well, I am officially jobless! Well, except for taking care of 3 little hoodlums and a hubby! I quit my job the end of August. We have debated about it for a long time, and finally decided it was time--this job has been a great experience, but has really worn me out; especially on top of having children, husband in school, etc...Bryan doesn't start work until January, so we are going to enjoy some real quality family time. We really believe this opportunity is too good to pass up--what a rare treasure to have the next few months all to ourselves! Yes, we'll be poor--but that's ok! We plan to do some traveling to see family, friends, etc..anywhere we can stay for free! :)

New Trick

Here is one of Macie's newest tricks--sucking on her toe! She's been grabbing her feet for a while, but finally figured out they taste good, too!

Another Head-Bangin' Story!

Those of you who visit the blog and/or know us, will remember that several months ago Jack ran into a metal pole at the Wims' and cut his forehead, requiring stitches, which was quite traumatic, to say the least. Well, he did it again! In Kerrville, he was running, and fell--face forward, head onto a rock--a little lower and to the left of the first incident. This one was deep as well, though not as long. So, PA Mommy opted for some thorough cleaning out and steri-strips for closure! Poor thing--his forehead is one big scar zone!

Family Get Together

We recently had a fun family get together in Kerrville with the Wims', Bosse's, and Hanna's. Although it was a busy weekend for everyone, I think we all enjoyed being together. The kids had a blast, as usual. We did miss Ryan and Regan, as they were on a previously planned trip with their Dad--oh well, we'll just have to go back again!! Gena got out some train set stuff from her boys' and that was a great QUIET source of entertainment! Kendall helped Zeke and Jack dress up like Rock Stars, and they "performed" for us--that was great. Merla, our sweet family friend, gave Kaelyn and Macie matching outfits, and Jen and I FINALLY got them together for a photo, though I must say they have both worn the outfits a ton of times--it's so cute!