Catch up time

So today school is cancelled because of the non stop pounding rain that began yesterday and lasted until the early hours this morning. So I am going to update my blog with all our recent activities.
Sportsfest at Katy Pony Baseball Fields

Here the kids are visiting the petting zoo. This was by far the highlight of the kids' day. They are such animal lovers, especially Madison.

Here Cade is showing off his spray painted hair. Surprisingly this washes out easliy!

Here the boys are lining up for their team picture. This is the cutest lil group of baseball players ever!

Birthday party at Time Square Entertainment!

We attended a birthday party for Cade's sweet little friend Blake. The party was at Time Square Entertainment. It looks really small on the outside but it was perfect for a birthday party! The kids and Aaron had tons of fun!

Cade's pre-school easter Party

Aaron was able to attend Cade's pre-school Easter party this year as he is a temporary stay at home dad. I was a little sad that i couldn't go but I see how much it meant to both of them that "Daddy" was there and it makes it all better. Cade and his classmates made these darling little bunny headbands and walked to the pastors' house to go on an egg hunt. He then returned to school and planted a flower to take home. Theses activites were of course intertwined with discussion of how Jesus died for us and rose again and then ascended into heaven. I am so proud that Cade fully understands how much Jesus loves us and the sacrifice that was made so we can be free.

This picture will be posted at Cade's high school graduation!!!!

Baseball!

Spring break!

We have tried really hard to keep busy with the kids during this break. Yes, Aaron is still looking for a job so we had to do it all on a super tight budget. Thankfully the weather has been pretty so we have been outside a bunch. The kids have been in bathing suits at least half of our days off. We also visited the Science Museum on Tuesday because Tuesdays are free from 2-8.

We also went up to my classroom one day for a couple of hours. I got some cleaning and organizing done and the kids got to play with all my stuff. They love doing this!

We are still praying about Aaron's job situation and trusting that the Lord has great plans for us. There are a couple of things on the horizion, but we will talk about that only when it is relevant.

Enjoy these couple of pics of our adventures!

Gotta love houston weather in March!

Happy St. Patrick's day!

This poor cat puts up with so much abuse! Here is sporting a gold chain thanks to Cade and a baby blanket thanks to Madison!

Fun at the museum! Or Maddy fussing at Cade about something.....

Do I look like this lady from the newspaper?

This is me with my old hair cut.
This is a lady who I keep seeing in the newspaper.




This is my new haircut in a scary too close picture. Why do I think I look like this lady?

Happy Valentine's Day

Here are two of my 3 favortie valentines!

A Test of Faith

Well for those of you who don't yet know, Aaron was laid off in January. This was not a huge surprise but still devastating. He has been unemployed for 5 weeks now. Our faith, that we proclaim to be so strong, is really being tested. Every week is like a roller coaster ride. Some days we are happy, joyful even, then comes the big downturn. I am having conversations with God on a daily basis and I am listening very hard for what he might be telling me.
For some unexplainable reason I have a positive outlook on the future. We may have to make some changes in our life but they may be good changes.

Texas Winter

The weather here has been so perfect for oudoor activities and we have been taking full advantage of it. Since the kids got new bikes from Santa, (good bikes) we have been visiting the Texas State Parks for little day trips.

This is the kids on Christmas morning.

Madison at Stephen F. Austin State Park

The kids in front of a gorgeous tree at Brazos bend. Aaron planning our alligator infested route.

Taking a break.