Law, Medicine, and Child Psychology

Monday, April 11, 2011

Batter Up!!!

Well, it's that season again...Baseball! And Softball! Jack's team, coached by Bryan this year, is the Rangers. Bryan has already messed up a couple of times and yelled, "Go Astros!"! Callie is on the Eagles. It's a crazy time, made crazier by never-still, climbing-the-bleachers-in-2-seconds, running-onto-the-field-in-3-seconds, climbing-into-everyone's-lap little sis Macie!! When I get to watch, I really enjoy seeing the kiddos play--they really like the sport, and it's fun to see them improve over a season. Batter Up!

Springbreak Was So Fun

We (the kiddos and I; Bryan had to stay and work :( )headed up to Kerrville for the first part of Springbreak...time for some cousin fun and relaxation. (at least for the travelers..I'm quite sure MeMe would not classify our gang taking over her house as "relaxing"!!) MeMe had an early Easter Egg Hunt planned, too. The "younger" cousins all have such a great time together, and I enjoy catching up with everyone as well. MeMe is very wonderful to let us hang out at her house..I know it must feel like a tornado has come through when we leave! Thanks to Krista as well, as myself and my kiddos bunked at her place. Baby Leo joined in this time--first Kerrville cousin trip for him! I've thought of Macie as "the baby" for so long it's almost strange to see an actual baby around, and it makes her look so big!! He's a super cuddler. Brady (Jenny's fiance') and his sweet little Chloe were able to join for the weekend, too--our family is just expanding like crazy!! I don't think I had my camera out until the day after they left, however. We also celebrated Kendall and Jenny's birthdays. Lots of fun memories made...I treasure these times. Our Springbreak definitely did not end as well as it started, though, as Jack came down with a tummy bug the day after we got home and got so sick we had to go to the ER for IV fluids, and even after that, he didn't kick the high fever and no appetite for several days...yuck!

Sunday, April 10, 2011

Go Texan Day

Callie and Jack had Go Texan Day in the spirit of the Rodeo. Callie's grade really didn't do anything extra except dress-up, but Jack's class got to take pictures with a young longhorn steer, which he thought was pretty cool.

Square Dancing Diva

In the spring theme of Rodeo and Go Texan days, Callie's music class learned to square dance, and let the parents (and Grammy) come watch their accomplishments..it was so cute! Callie's partner was Allan, a sweet little boy from her class. I have to admit, though I really enjoyed watching the routines, it was a little stomach-turning to see her partner up with a boy...not ready for those days!!! Callie really had the routines down, and was definitely the leader! At the end, they had some of the parents join in; let's just say my daughter is much better at square dancing than I am!

Macie's Rodeo Day

Macie had Rodeo Day at her Mother's Day Out...they brought in ponies for the kids to ride, and everyone dressed in their cowgirl/boy gear..so cute! Grammy came and joined the fun, too. Macie actually rode the horse for a short while before saying "I'm done" and sliding off all in the same moment! I love to watch her with her little classmates--she is a social child and really likes her "friends", as she calls them.

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!