Law, Medicine, and Child Psychology

Wednesday, July 27, 2011

San Antonio

After the Wims/Sullivan wedding, we enjoyed an afternoon in San Antonio--quick tour of the Alamo, carriage ride around downtown, and then a visit to our dear "pseudo-grandparent" R.C., and son Russell. The kids enjoyed "playing" with RC's drum set!

Brady and Jen's Wedding

Well, it finally arrived...the day of Brady Sullivan and Jenny Wims' wedding! WHAT A WEEKEND!! Almost everyone stayed in the same hotel in San Antonio, and that was fun to have some "catch up" time. "Us girls" had fun with rehearsal, hair appointments, and such. The day of the wedding was so much fun, so many tears, so much happiness, obviously mixed in with emotions and memories of Brad (and Sara for her family). Brady and Jenny got married at a beautiful house by the river outside of San Antonio. I felt blessed to be a part of such a beautiful day! Being in the ceremony made it difficult to take the thousands of photos I usually take, but, I got a few! A special thanks to my friend Cara Eckman's sister, for her scrumptious baking skills on the wedding cake---so yummy! So many people came together to make this the perfect day for Brady and Jen, and it was. Michael Harbour did a superb job on the ceremony, wording the sometimes difficult moments just right, honoring Brad and Sara's memory, but at the same time, bringing the focus on to Brady and Jenny, as it should be. Lots of fun pictures after the ceremony, too. I especially like the one with the shirtless river guy behind Brady and Jenny!! Southeast friends--you are awesome! Reecie and Val--really enjoyed spending such a special time with you! Best wishes to Brady and Jenny--we love you!

Monday, July 25, 2011

Braddy's Come to Visit

In July, my dear friend Mandy and her two kiddos came to spend a couple of days with us. Lauren turned 10 the day they arrived, and Jack (yep, she has a Jack, too!) is 5, about 6 months behind my Jack. We all had a lot of fun--the two Jacks were pretty funny, playing, then arguing, then playing some more! Acted like they had been together their whole lives. Callie was very excited to have Lauren to play with, who also loves art and crafty things. Because it was Lauren's birthday, we made "Happy Pie"--a beautiful tradition started from our High School days...you go to the store, pick out everything yummy, and make it into a pie!! I think I could make something pretty good, but, leave it up to the kids, and it gets a little...rediculous!! M&M's, sprinkles, chocolate pudding, marshmellows...wow! Such a fun time--so glad they came to visit us!

Thursday, July 21, 2011

American Idol!!!

We were VERY in to American Idol this past Spring, and Callie especially loved watching it every week. So.....Bryan surprised us with tickets to the American Idol Tour concert when it came to Houston in July, for Callie's and Allison's birthdays...so fun! Callie's favorite was Pia, who was voted off late in the season, and Lauren Alaina. Jack preferred James Durbin, the Rocker, and Scotty. Mae even got into it a little, and now whenever she hears James Durbin come on in the car, she starts bobbing her head and saying, "Oh, yeah, Baby!"! Papa and Grammy came, too, although I didn't manage to get any pictures of them. Thanks, Daddy!

Wednesday, July 20, 2011

Grandpa and Gran Gran's

The kids and I were able to go spend a few days with Grandpa and Gran Gran in July. The country, the fishing, the swimming pool, paddle boat, the cows...what's not to love?! However, with the heat, it's not near as enjoyable this time. Just flat to hot to do anything outside!

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!