The Henrys

Kentucky

2009-08-10T21:15:00.002-05:00

Anna Kate, Parker, and I, recently went with my parents to Kentucky. We stayed a few days with Garrett, Cooper, and Anne Allen. The kids had a great time playing with Anne Allen and giving her LOTS of attention.

Gatti Town and Pump it Up

2009-07-31T14:59:00.002-05:00

Trip to Mobile

2009-07-31T14:54:00.004-05:00

The first through sixth graders at our church have had a few weekly trips out of town. We recently went to the Exploreum and Imax in Mobile. Parker was able to come along on the ride and he thought that he was one of the big kids.

Fun at Dalewood

2009-07-31T14:48:00.003-05:00

A few weeks ago, our Sunday School class had a party at Dalewood Lake. The kids had a great time playing and they even learned how to ski.

Spiderman

2009-07-13T17:00:00.003-05:00

Softball

2009-07-13T16:56:00.003-05:00

Anna Kate's softball team placed third in the Pearl Day tournament a few weeks ago. We are so proud of the girls!

Fun on the Lake

2009-07-13T16:46:00.001-05:00

State Games of Mississippi

2009-06-21T14:42:00.003-05:00

Beach

2009-06-19T11:50:00.004-05:00

We went to the beach with the Longs a few weeks ago. The mamas and kids had a great time playing while our daddies were at home working.

Soccer

2009-06-19T11:43:00.003-05:00

Anna Kate's soccer team played in a "friendly" soccer tournament last weekend in Brandon. It was a practice for this weekend's State Games of Mississippi. I'll be sure to post more pictures of our hot weekend.

Softball

2009-06-19T11:29:00.003-05:00

Baseball

2009-06-19T11:00:00.002-05:00

Sabaneta, Dominican Republic

2009-06-19T10:21:00.003-05:00

Neil and I went on a mission trip to the Dominican Republic in May. This was my first time flying out of the U.S. and it was quite an experience. We prayer walked, witnessed to people, and helped a church planter. I ate lots of rice and beans and even ate goat. It's amazing what you'll eat when you're hungry!

First Tooth

2009-06-19T10:16:00.004-05:00

It's hard to believe that my baby has already pulled two teeth. It seems like he was just getting them! This is a picture of him after he pulled his first tooth. He's pulled both and wouldn't let me touch them. Parker threw a fit and didn't want the tooth fairy to take his teeth. She left them in his room with his money.

Boys Trip to Talladega

2009-06-19T10:03:00.002-05:00

My boys went to Talladega in April. This was Parker's first trip there and he thought he was one of the big boys. Brad, Lan, and Myles, went with them and they all had a great time. They camped out in tents and are already planning their next trip.

Easter

2009-06-19T09:37:00.004-05:00

We've enjoyed celebrating holidays at our house. The Oggs, Henrys, and Culpeppers ate lunch together, hunted for eggs, and played baseball on Easter Sunday. The only ones missing were Garrett, Cooper, and Anne Allen.

Rodeo

2009-06-19T09:28:00.004-05:00

Anna Kate has always taken a friend to the rodeo and poor little Parker has just had to tagalong with the girls. He asked his friend Dylan to go with him. They had the best time playing and watching all the cowboys.

Anne Allen's Christening

2009-06-19T09:13:00.003-05:00

We went to Tupelo in March for sweet Anne Allen's christening. Anna Kate and Parker had so much fun playing with their cousin. We are hoping to see her more often since she's moving closer to Mississippi.

Slacker

2009-02-04T08:55:00.003-06:00

Yes, I've been a blog slacker. I promise to update it this weekend. Our life has been so crazy and I haven't found the time to update. Check back in a few days!!

Happy Birthday Parker

2008-12-30T20:44:00.005-06:00

Today is Parker's fifth birthday!

Happy Birthday Jesus

2008-12-29T20:50:00.002-06:00

The kids had a birthday party for Jesus a few weeks ago in Sunday School. They sang happy birthday to him, ate cake, and had lots of fun. I asked Anna Kate and Parker how the party was and Parker said, "It was good, but I didn't see Jesus there!"

Art

2008-12-29T20:40:00.003-06:00

These are the latest paintings that I have completed. I apologize for the shine on parts of them.

2008-12-29T13:32:00.002-06:00

Neil and I hosted our Sunday School Class's Christmas party this year. It was great to have it at our house because it made us get our house ready FAST. We had Christmas decorations up before Thanksgiving and the house WAS clean. There were about 40 people here and we had a great time spending time with our friends. This is a picture of the girls after playing Dirty Santa.

Christmas Programs

2008-12-29T13:16:00.000-06:00

Anna Kate's Baptism

2008-12-29T12:57:00.004-06:00

December 7th was one of the best days for our family. Anna Kate was baptized and made a public profession of her faith in Christ. The sweetest part was when her prerecorded testimony was played for everyone to hear. She was so excited and wanted everyone to know! When it was time for her to get a bath before going back to church for her Christmas program, she said she wasn't washing the "holy water" off of her.

Jingle Bell Run

2008-12-29T12:51:00.002-06:00

Jingle Bell Run

Anna Kate and the twins

2008-11-27T21:54:00.002-06:00

Our friends Bill, Jill, and their girls came to visit with us last night. Halle and Hannah have grown so much since we last saw them. They had a great time playing with Anna Kate and it was funny listening to Parker try to impress them. We hope to spend more time with them during Christmas.

Deacon Ordination

2008-11-27T21:51:00.001-06:00

Neil was ordained as a deacon at our church a few weeks ago. He had to tell the church his testimony and he did such a great job. We are so proud of him!

Halloween

2008-11-08T22:50:00.006-06:00

Mallory and Mackenzie were our only trick-or-treaters on Halloween! They came by to visit on the way to their grandparents' house. Anna Kate and Parker went as a rock star and Batman. We went to visit both sets of grandparents and then went to a hayride and bonfire.

Church Hayride

2008-11-08T22:21:00.004-06:00

As soon as we came home from the tournament in Laurel, we changed clothes and left again. We went to our church's fall festival and hayride at our sister-in-law's parents' house. The kids had a great time painting pumpkins, sliding, playing games, and going on a hayride.

Laurel Boo Fest

2008-11-08T21:48:00.002-06:00

Anna Kate's rec team played in a soccer tournament in Laurel on the 25th. I know, I'm behind on posting! They were undefeated and came in first place. Anna Kate has the best time playing and spending time with her soccer friends.

Upward Football Awards Night

2008-11-08T21:36:00.004-06:00

Parker had the best time playing Upward Football. We went to his awards night a few weeks ago and he had a great time seeing his teammates. The sweet boy was even upset when we pulled up. He started crying and told me that he was going to miss his teammates. He has the sweetest heart!

Football

2008-10-06T20:26:00.004-05:00

One of the daddy's on Parker's football team emailed these pictures to Neil today. I was thrilled to have some good action shots. I can't ever seem to take great pics during a game. Take a look at Parker's mouth. We have to protect those teeth!

Ducks

2008-09-29T22:31:00.003-05:00

Feeding the ducks.

Parker's Hard Head

2008-09-29T22:24:00.003-05:00

Neil and I heard the loudest thud in the living room on Saturday night. It was Parker. He somehow ran into or hit the dresser with his head. He immediately had a huge knot on his forehead all the way down to his brow. He was scared that he was going to the emergency room like Anna Kate. He kept saying that it didn't hurt and that he didn't need to go to the hospital. It looked terrible Sunday morning, his little eye was swollen so much that he could hardly open it. He's fine now, but he sure did scare us.

Playing in the Rain

2008-09-29T22:18:00.002-05:00

This is a picture that I stole from Marijoy's blog. I didn't take my camera to the game because it was raining so bad. I'm glad that she had hers and took such a great picture. The girls had the best time playing in the rain and splashing in the water puddles.

Upward Football and Soccer

2008-09-29T22:04:00.002-05:00

We have been so busy on Saturdays. Parker usually has a football and soccer game, and then Anna Kate has a soccer game. It's super busy when we go to Starkville after three ballgames! Parker is having a great time playing Upward football and soccer. He loves to put on his "mean face" and talk trash. I wonder where he got that from?? We heard him tell a little boy on the other soccer team, "Y'all are going DOWN!!" and then he scored a goal and told someone else that they were afraid of the ball. He would do great if he would stop socializing on the field and get his head in the game.

Make a Joyful Noise

2008-09-29T21:57:00.003-05:00

The first through sixth grade choirs sang at church a few weeks ago. A few years ago, Anna Kate would have never stood in front of everyone at church. It doesn't seem to bother her at all to sing or speak in big church. We are so proud that she is more comfortable. I would have been a nervous wreck! Oh, Parker didn't go to Wild Worship because he wanted to see his big sister sing. He did great, too. He sat in church like a big boy.

MSU

2008-09-29T21:53:00.004-05:00

I'm so behind with posting, that I don't know which game we were at. We had a great time, even though the bulldogs probably didn't win.

Slacker

2008-09-29T21:51:00.001-05:00

I know that I've been a blog slacker. We've been so busy, that I just don't feel like posting at night. I'll try to be better.

Tracking Gustav

2008-09-01T21:42:00.003-05:00

The Weather Channel has been on the entire weekend at our house. We have been trying to figure out where Gustav is going. I was lying down with Parker last night and he put his globe in the bed him. He said that he was trying to find the hurricane. So cute!

Stitches

2008-09-01T21:33:00.002-05:00

We had to make a trip to the emergency room late Saturday afternoon. We were planning on having some friends over to eat dinner and to watch the game. So, I was busy cooking and Neil was bathing the kids. I heard a loud bang and then Anna Kate starts crying. Her chin was bleeding and it had a big gash in it. We dressed the kids, turned off the stove, and rushed to the e.r. She had three stitches and it was the grossest thing I've ever seen! Anna Kate was terrified, but such a big girl getting the injection and stitches. They are under her chin, so the scar shouldn't be too noticeable. She's feeling much better now and is looking forward to showing her sweet teacher tomorrow.

Bowling

2008-09-01T21:18:00.003-05:00

Anna Kate went bowling with the first through sixth graders from our church the weekend before last. She invited her friends Mallory and Mackenzie to go with her. They had a great time together.

Anna Kate's Slumber Party

2008-09-01T20:22:00.007-05:00

Anna Kate decided that she wanted to have a slumber party for her seventh birthday. We had sixteen girls two Fridays ago and it was WILD!! They watched the new Cheetah Girl movie, watched movies, had manicures, gave Neil a makeover, and ate tons of food. Neil said that we will never do it again. The girls had a great time and Anna Kate was so excited to have all of her friends at her house at one time.

Groovy Girls

2008-08-08T21:36:00.002-05:00

This is the second night that Anna Kate has spent the night with Mallory and Mackenzie. She was brave enough to do it earlier in the week. They only had to mention once to her tonight and her bag was packed! Marijoy sent me this picture of them after their bath tonight. They told her that they were the groovy girls. They have grown up so much!

It's Official

2008-08-08T20:51:00.002-05:00

It's finally official! We sold our house today and closed on the new one. It's been a very stressful week, but we made it! We plan on moving in on Tuesday, so we have a very busy weekend ahead of us.

First Day of School

2008-08-07T17:02:00.007-05:00

Anna Kate and Parker had a great day at school. Anna Kate is now in second grade and Parker is in pre-k. It was so hard waking them up this morning after sleeping in all summer. I went to school and worked in my room while they were in school. I'm basically finished with my room. I just have to put up one bulletin board and hook my computers up. Parker told me that he liked school, but it took too long. He said that he was sleepy and ready to go to his house. Anna Kate already has homework! We need to get busy with it as soon as I make this post.

Before we left the house this morning.

Traffic on the way to school! We went another way.

Neil and Parker in his classroom.

Anna Kate was THRILLED to have her picture taken outside her classroom!

Upward Football

2008-08-04T21:42:00.003-05:00

Parker had his evaluation for Upward Football on Saturday. He was prepared with his sweat band and water bottle. Neil said that he loved every minute of it. Parker said that he worked on his "skills" and is ready for football to start.

Driving with Paw Paw

2008-08-01T12:09:00.002-05:00

Neil's daddy rode over to our house last night on his gator. Anna Kate thought that she had to drive. He let her drive around our yard and push the gas, too. She'll be driving a car before we know it.

Mississippi Braves

2008-08-01T11:46:00.002-05:00

We were able to go see the Mississippi Braves one last time before school starts. The kids had a great time running around and eating. It seems that we can't ever get a picture of the four of us together.

MCC Soccer Camp

2008-08-01T11:41:00.001-05:00

Anna Kate and Parker went to soccer camp at MCC this week. They said they had a fun time, but that it was too hot. I don't know how they did it. Anna Kate will begin her third year of soccer and it will be Parker's first.

The Sanfords

2008-07-25T22:42:00.003-05:00

I had to post this picture because I don't think my brother thought that I was serious when I told him how much stuff we have in our yard. My parents and Neil's parents were over tonight unloading stuff and I told my daddy that we looked like the Clampitts and he told me that it was more like Sanford and Son. We are worn out and ready to make some deals tomorrow morning.

Moving Sale

2008-07-25T10:22:00.003-05:00

Have you ever seen so much junk? We are having our big moving sale tomorrow morning. This is about a third of what we are getting rid of. Neil and I are asking ourselves why we saved so much stuff. If we can get rid of this tomorrow, we shouldn't have such a hard time moving. Think of us while your peacefully sleeping tonight and tomorrow morning because we will be sweating and working.

Batman Returns

2008-07-20T23:03:00.002-05:00

Parker had another opportunity to wear his beloved Batman costume. It's a good thing because he has already ripped the back of it for taking it off and on. I don't think it will make it for Halloween. The party was a superhero party and the birthday boy was dressed as Batman, too.

Our Rocky

2008-07-20T22:46:00.003-05:00

This past week has been a sad one at our house. We gave Rocky, our seven year old cocker spaniel away. I'm not the most passionate person when it comes to dogs, but it was very upsetting. The kids adore him and he adored them, but he was really aggressive. He had to be put away or sent to Neil's parents' house if we had company over. The new house doesn't have a fenced yard and there are small children that live next door. It's hard to get used to him not being around. The picture of Anna Kate and Neil is the night before he went to his new home and the picture of Parker is the morning that Neil took him.

Busy Busy!!

2008-07-20T22:39:00.002-05:00

It seems like I've taken a break from blogging and I need to get back into it. We have been so busy around our house! Neil and I finally found a house, so we had to get ours ready in a hurry. Our house is now under contract and we should be moving in a few weeks. We started pulling boxes down from the attic last night to get ready for our big moving sale. It's amazing how much JUNK we have accumulated in almost 10 years of marriage. I've been going through baby clothes and it's so hard to decide what to get rid of. My sister-in-law is having a girl and a friend is having a boy this fall, so I'm saving some cute stuff for them. I'll be posting more in the next few days.

Mallory's Birthday Party

2008-07-12T22:39:00.002-05:00

Anna Kate and Parker had a great time swimming at Mallory's birthday party. As you can see, Parker is Batman without his cape.

Navy Blazer

2008-07-11T19:27:00.005-05:00

Parker is usually wearing his Batman costume or this navy blazer. I found it on clearance at Belk's and it is the best $5 I've every spent. He wears it around the house and always wants to wear it to church. I don't know if you can tell, but he's wearing it with just underwear. He will walk around the house all day if we let him.

K.I.C.K. in Gulfport and Hattiesburg

2008-07-11T19:13:00.002-05:00

Anna Kate went on her first trip with the 1st-6th graders at church. They went to the Lynn Meadows Discovery Center in Gulfport and to the Hattiesburg Zoo. She has become so independent lately and didn't want me to go with her. Her friend, McLain, went and they had a blast. Anna Kate hurt my feelings when she said she didn't want me to ride with her on the bus. McLain's mama, Regan, and I drove down and went to the outlet mall and then met the group in Hattiesburg.

Batman

2008-07-11T18:10:00.003-05:00

It looks like Halloween at our house this week. My parents ordered Parker a Batman costume and he doesn't want to ever take it off. He decided that he wants to have a Superhero birthday party and he wants everyone to dress up. Parker was so upset when he had a birthday invitation in the mail today and it was for a Superhero party. Anna Kate and I told him that he could still have a Batman party, but he is still sad about it.

WWE Raw

2008-07-11T18:02:00.005-05:00

Neil, his brother, and several guys from church went to watch WWE Raw in New Orleans. They took my sweet boy with them. Parker loves to wrestle with his daddy and watch it on t.v., but was a little nervous about going to see the real thing. He had a great time once he was there and told me about all the wrestlers and what they did.

Mississippi Braves

2008-07-11T17:54:00.003-05:00

Last weekend was very busy for our family. Anna Kate and I went to Charlottesville, VA, with my parents. We visited Garrett and Cooper and had a great time. We swam, Garrett and mama painted Anne Allen's room, and we ate! While the girls were away, the boys went to see the MS Braves on the 4th. Neil said that Parker had a great time playing and that the fireworks were wonderful. The boys had the camera, so I didn't get to take any pictures. Meme took a few of Anna Kate, so I'll have to post those later.

MSU Riley Center

2008-07-08T23:14:00.003-05:00

The MSU Riley Center released the schedule for the 2008-2009 season. We have some great entertainers coming to Meridian. The first show will be John Hiatt and Joan Osborne on the 16th of September. Boyz II Men, Shawn Colvin, Kathy Mattea, and Chris Botti will be here later on. We are looking forward to going to a few shows.

Little Bulldog

2008-07-02T13:52:00.001-05:00

Where has the time gone??

2008-07-02T09:31:00.001-05:00

Day at the Water Park

2008-06-30T22:25:00.003-05:00

My mama and I took the kids to Splash Down today. It's a great little water park at the campground near our house. I have lived in Meridian for sixteen years and have never been. I don't know why we never did, it's a half mile from my parents' house. Anna Kate and Parker had a great time playing and sliding. They both went down the waterslide by themselves and they loved the lazy river. I'm sure that we'll be back before school starts.

Golfing with Daddy

2008-06-26T21:01:00.002-05:00

I took the kids today to meet Neil at the golf course. Unfortunately, there wasn't enough room on the cart for me, so I decided to walk around T.J. Maxx. I have to admit that I wasn't too upset about not being outside at 3 o'clock in the afternoon. Neil said that they had a great time playing and they beat the after work crowd. You think Anna Kate is used to posing for the camera?

State Games of Mississippi

2008-06-23T10:24:00.005-05:00

Anna Kate played in the State Games of Mississippi this year. Our first game was at 7 then one at 10, 2, and 5. We had a great time watching her play her heart out. She was so tough!

Soccer Camp

2008-06-23T10:17:00.002-05:00

Anna Kate and Parker had a great time at soccer camp last week. Parker played soccer from 9:00 to 10:30 and Anna Kate played until 12:00. We were all worn out by the end of the week.

Pigtail Pirates

2008-06-23T10:13:00.004-05:00

Anna Kate is finished playing with the Pigtail Pirates. Oh no, softball is not over! She is now practicing with a traveling tournament team.

Uncle Garrett and Aunt Cooper

2008-06-15T22:24:00.003-05:00

The kids and I rode to Starkville with my parents to visit with Garrett and Cooper. Garrett was in his friend Sean's wedding. Anna Kate and Parker loved showing out for their Uncle Garrett. Wednesday will be a big day for them. They will find out what they're having and where they will be in the next few years. Anna Kate and Parker are looking forward to meeting their cousin.

Sweet Babies

2008-06-13T00:05:00.003-05:00

Yes, I'm blogging after midnight! I probably shouldn't drink Diet Mountain Dew at night. I've been looking at old pictures tonight and found the sweetest one of Anna Kate and Parker the day he came home from the hospital. They love each other so much! My mama said that Garrett and I were the same way when we were little. Anna Kate is really a little mama to her brother. She helps him so much and he has always looked up to her. I hope that they always have such a close relationship. I remember she was so upset two Mother's Days ago because she didn't get a gift. Neil and I explained to her that she has to be a mommy before she can get a gift on Mother's Day. She quickly replied, "But Aunt Cooper calls me Little Mama."

Happy Birthday to ME

2008-06-08T13:25:00.002-05:00

Crawfish Boil and Swimming

2008-06-08T12:59:00.004-05:00

Neil's parents hosted a crawfish boil at their house yesterday. We ate entirely too much crawfish! The chldren and some adults had a great time swimming at the Howell's before and after eating.

Getting Ready for State Games

2008-06-08T12:54:00.004-05:00

Anna Kate will be playing in the State Games of Mississippi in two weeks. Her team played in a scrimmage game against another team from Meridian. The game began at 8:00 and was very hot. I don't see how those girls can run and play for so long. She is excited because her team will participate in the opening ceremonies of the games and she will be in the parade of athletes.

Six Flags and the Braves

2008-06-08T12:34:00.006-05:00

These are some pictures of the kids at Six Flags. We went to Atlanta over Memorial Day weekend with my parents and had a great time at Six Flags and the Braves game. It was great to have Meme and Paw Paw with us because Neil and I were able to ride a few roller coasters.

WLE Award's Day

2008-06-08T12:27:00.003-05:00

I'm so sorry for being so behind on my posting. These are pictures of Award's Day at Anna Kate's school. Her teacher called and invited us because she said Anna Kate would be receiving an award. We thought that she might get the girl's citizenship award. We were all so surprised and proud when she received the highest honors award. Our baby had the highest average in her class! Neil always picks on me saying that our kids get their athletic abilities from their daddy. I was quick to point out that she got something from me, too!

Thomas the Train

2008-05-27T22:45:00.003-05:00

Six Flags has a new Thomas the Train kid's attraction. We were very lucky to catch it because it's only been open for a week. We rode Thomas around the track twice and made it out of the Thomas store without buying one thing.

Country Came to Town

2008-05-27T22:35:00.002-05:00

We went to see Bucky Covington and Kellie Pickler last Thursday night. Our local country radio station celebrated its 50th birthday with a free concert. We were surprised at how good Bucky was and Kellie was so cute. I think we had more fun people watching than actually watching the concert. When you have a free concert at the Lauderdale County Ag Center, you are guaranteed to see all kinds and we certainly did.

My Other Babies

2008-05-20T22:22:00.002-05:00

My class had our end of the year program on Monday. The children all did a great job singing and remembering their part. This has to be one of the sweetest classes that I've ever had. This is a picture of them going on a bear hunt. They had a blast! I'm really getting old, I just finished my ninth year of teaching.

Mean Face

2008-05-16T21:37:00.003-05:00

This is Parker's mean face when he plays ball. Neil always tells him to be tough when he hits the ball. He was especially tough tonight. He fought with his team mate for the ball. Neil said that Parker had the boy in a head lock. Too much wrestling at our house! The little boy was saying that he couldn't get up. Neil said he then realized what Parker had done. He told him that he couldn't do that anymore and my precious boy said, "But my wanted that ball!"

First Grade Class Party

2008-05-16T21:29:00.005-05:00

Anna Kate's class party was today. It was a cookout and families were invited. I was very lucky that my nice principal let me leave for a few hours to be with Anna Kate. She received certificates today for never having a card moved (discipline) all year, straight A's, and A.R. Mrs. Boyd, her teacher, has been great and Anna Kate adores her. We are looking forward to our summer at home!

She's a Big Girl Now

2008-05-16T21:18:00.002-05:00

Anna Kate and I were at Wal-Mart today and I asked her if she wanted to go look at the earrings. We have attempted to get ears pierced once, but she was too nervous and said that she would when she turned seven. Anna Kate decided that she was going to go ahead and do it. I was so nervous for her because I just knew that she would start crying and not get the other ear pierced. I held her hand and my big girl didn't even flinch. I can't believe that I even had my camera in my purse. We've already told her that she is forbidden to get any other part of her body pierced.

Missions Recognition

2008-05-14T22:31:00.003-05:00

Anna Kate and Parker were in the Missions Recognition service tonight at church. Anna Kate received her GA's charm bracelet tonight and Parker received a certificate for participating in Mission Friends. Parker wasn't as lively as he was at his school program. These pictures were taken after the program. The little girl with Anna Kate is her sweet friend McLain. Can you see where Parker cut his hair?

Mother's Day

2008-05-13T23:54:00.002-05:00

I had a great day being with my sweet children and husband. We went to church, had a great lunch, the kids swam, and visited Meme and Nanny. Can't believe that I actually made it into a picture!

My Boys

2008-05-13T23:05:00.002-05:00

I walked into our bedroom Saturday night and this is what I found. Parker will fall asleep anywhere.

Almost Finished

2008-05-13T21:28:00.002-05:00

I've been working so hard on this painting. It started as a class project. We were to all paint with Mrs. Busbee, but I was the last to finish. I just need to make a few touch ups and sign it next week. I love geraniums, but I'm sick of looking at them. Our class ends at the end of the month with a show. I'm looking forward to painting more in the fall.

Class Clown

2008-05-08T22:34:00.003-05:00

We had a great time watching Parker singing in his Spring program at school on Tuesday night. I think that he had a better time than us! I don't know what got into him, but he was being a clown. He constantly bothered the little boy standing next to him, made silly faces, and danced the whole time. He did all of this with his eyes on us the entire time. If he was looking for our attention, he definitely had it!

Spring Sing at Church

2008-05-08T22:23:00.004-05:00

Anna Kate and Parker sang at church Sunday night. They were both so cute and did a great job singing. Yes, those kids standing with Parker are in his class and they are all around the same age.

Neil and Parker

2008-05-08T22:10:00.002-05:00

Neil and Parker before last week's game. It's hard to believe that Parker has grown so much. He isn't a baby anymore!

Pigtail Pirates

2008-04-23T21:45:00.004-05:00

Anna Kate played in her first softball game of the season. At her first at bat, she hit a double and then she hit a home run the second time. We were so proud of her!

Rodeo

2008-04-20T22:41:00.002-05:00

Anna Kate invited two of her friends, Abby Grace and McLain, to go to the rodeo with us Saturday night. We all had a great time, but were a little cold when the sun went down. Parker is going to invite a friend to go with him to the next one in August.

More Pics of Field Trip

2008-04-18T21:45:00.003-05:00

First Grade Field Trip

2008-04-18T21:33:00.002-05:00

Anna Kate and Neil went on the first grade field trip today. They traveled to Folsom, LA to visit the Global Wildlife Center. Nine first grade classes left this morning at 6:15 and everytime I talked to Neil, the kids were so loud. He said that now he understands what I go through everyday at work. FINALLY after nine years!!! They fed camels, deer, giraffes, and some more that I don't know the names of. The group also went to an alligator farm. Anna Kate was able to hold a baby alligator. Neil said that it was a great day, but he was tired. I know that Anna Kate was glad to have her daddy with her today.

Last Soccer Game

2008-04-13T23:22:00.003-05:00

Anna Kate's soccer season ended on Saturday. She had a great time moving up to the next league and playing with the big girls.

First Game

2008-04-13T23:15:00.003-05:00

Parker had a great time playing ball last week. We are so proud of him because he stopped several balls and didn't have to use the tee. He had some great hits! It was funny watching him slide into every base he ran to. As you can tell by the pictures, he had fun.

Parker's Uniform

2008-04-08T22:15:00.002-05:00

Parker and Neil came in from baseball practice tonight and surprised with me this new uniform. I don't know if we'll ever get it off of him. He has games on Thursday and Friday and they should be quite entertaining. It's hard to believe that our little baby that we just brought home from the hospital is already playing buddy ball.

Anna Kate's New Do

2008-04-08T22:04:00.004-05:00

The Cotneys were here for a visit last weekend. We finally talked Anna Kate into getting her hair cut short. Sid cut a few inches off and it is so cute. She came home from school on Monday and told us that a boy chased her around the playground. Neil told her that he better not hear about that again.

Parker

2008-04-08T21:55:00.002-05:00

Sweet Babies

2008-04-08T21:45:00.003-05:00

I happened to have my camera in the van on Sunday. I turned around and saw my sweet babies snuggling. The first picture is of what I first saw and then they realized I was taking their picture. They really know how to ham it up for the camera.