First Day of School

Alivia's first day of school was today. She will attend three mornings a week and has looked forward to it all summer long. She has a wonderful teacher named Miss Jaime who is good friends with Aunt Emily. Her buddies Samuel and Aubrey are also in her class.

My friend Mandy taught me how to do Alivia's hair like this!

9th Annual Lake Weekend

So finally I have had the chance to reflect on what an incredible weekend I had with my best girlfriends from TCU. When we first started the annual tradition, not all of us were married, none of us had children and I am pretty sure none of us had wrinkles or grey hair. And now. . . well, let's just say we are all married (to amazing men) and there are EIGHT children among us. And a few more to be added in the years to come I am sure.

The best part of the weekend is spending the night all together in the lakehouse and then having the grandparents come and whisk the children away so we can have two blissful nights with adult conversation. Jason always provides the entertainment, and Matt provides the booze cruises after Mandy and Anna have placed the newest alcoholic concoction in everyone's hands. Girls, thanks for another wonderful weekend. I can't wait until next year!

Play Time with Friends

We had some play time with Caroline and Eric this morning. The Blues were also there but I could never get them on film!

Overnight at the Lake

We decided a quick getaway with the kids was in order this weekend! So we headed out to Lake LBJ for some rest and relaxation. We had such a great time and I still can't believe I have access to such a beautiful place. Thanks Mom and Dad!

TEN YEARS and counting. . .

Happy Anniversary to us! Ten years ago I said "I do" to the most wonderful guy. I am so happy that he asked me to be his wife and even happier that I said "YES!" I took a trip down memory lane and picked out a few pics from the night. We look so young. . .

Ten years has gone by so quickly and to think about all that has happened - medical school, residency, DC, Portland, Austin, travels overseas (Japan, Africa, Haiti, Honduras), and not to mention the addition of a dog and two amazing kids. Whew. It has been quite a journey. Matt, you are an amazing father, husband and Godly leader of our household. I am blessed to call myself your wife. Here is to 50 more years together. Fasten your seatbelt - I can't wait to see where God takes us next!

Haircut #2

I decided it was time for Alivia's second haircut! We have a sweet neighbor just around the corner who cuts my hair at her house so we took Alivia there, too. Alivia was wonderful and sat still throughout the entire haircut. Thanks, Sam!

Sissy Reads to Bro

Alivia got out a book and started reading to Will. He was thoroughly intrigued and listened to her read for some time. Matt said at some point, "OK Alivia, now just put him in the crib and tuck him in. . ."