TuTu for you

I teach the kindergarten mission friends (M&M) class on Wed nights at church. Sam is still in the 3-4 year old class. After the classes learn their lesson and do their project etc, we have been combining them for music time. THIS is how I found my sweet son when I brought my group over to his room to sing. Yes, that is a purple TUTU that he is wearing. He wore it the whole time. But you know what? he belted out his songs (and when I say belted, I mean more like screamed them. I am sure that the pastor heard him all the way in the other building!!!)
When asked why it was that he wore the purple tutu he said he thought he could get the attention of his girl friends better that way... way to go son, that for sure is the way to win a girls' heart--- put on a skirt and scream your songs :)

state fair 2010

What a beautiful and fun day. We headed down to the state fair with our friends. It was crazy, 2 adults and 5 children under the age of 5. The kids were SO good. I just can not say it enough, the kids were SOOOO good! We ejoyed the sights, sounds, smells, food, animals, dog show and of course the rides.
Sam and Hanna got to go on several rides. Sam was having a blast, but he did keep a death grip on each ride! It was a little different this time than the last wow--- that was 2 whole years ago! Sam and Hanna both enjoyed the rides this time.

Molly was watching from the sidelines, wanting to ride too. I wasn't sure how she would do, she has never been on anything like that beforeAnd then it was time, the moment of truth... I should never have questioned it... my sweet little daredevil got to ride her first ride... and LOVED IT. Aubree did not care too much, but I have to keep in mind that even though she is bigger than Molly, she is still 8 months younger!What a cute little bearLions, and tigers and bears, oh my!-- this Lion is eating my boy (and he did this all himself, making sure I got his picture in it!!)Sam, Hanna, and Molly got to enjoy one last ride together- we could tell it was getting later as the crowds were getting thicker and the rides fuller. So, what do you think? Did they like it?I should say so!!!!!

OU/TX weekend

It is that time again... time to celebrate the big game of the year... When OU and TX play at the fairgrounds. We did not get to go to the game, but Sam was very excited about it this year and couldn't wait to watch it on tv. I of course had to get the kids all dressed up (even though we had no where to go) and ATTEMPT to get a cute picture of the kids. Here is how it went...

Finally get a good smile from one, but look at the other
I am done being the good one this timeMolly couldn't run away fast enough--- check out the hair flying in the wind"I will sit here, I will pose, but I will NOT smile"
"yes mommy, I will hold this cheesy grin as long as I can, while we wait for Molly to turn happy"Do you remember that song we always sang at church? "if you are happy and you know it..."
Sam and Molly were chasing one another... Molly caught Sam and was wrestling him down
He then flipped her, sat on top of her, and then decided to to take a sip of his water (in the special tea cup)ok kids, since you are on the floor, let's just lay together and say cheese
not sure what was happening here, but I do know that Molly was trying to run away and Sam was trying to keep her theresweet? innocent? angelic? yeah, yeah, whatever "stop smiling Sam, you are making me look bad"and FINALLY...or sometimes it helps to just splice 2 individual pictures together and wala...

hotdog roast

WOW--- this summer seemed to fly by, and my "blogging" sure did take a hit didn't it. I am still not sure what the right way to do this is... do I start with the stuff where I left off, or do I start with the most recent events? I have always heard with scrapbooking that you should start with the most recent and start backward. Since this blog is sort of an on line scrapbook for our friends and family I shall do that. (I know, stop talking and get on with it right?!)

The first day it cooled down from 100 degree weather, Sam was all set and ready to have a hot dog roast with Ma and Pa. It was a really nice evening, perfect for hot dogs and marshmallows (as well as a few other yummy treats)

sometimes it is better to "lick" the marshmallows than actually eat them, I guess

Parents magazine deal

Woo Hoo! Tanga is once again offering up a *HOT* deal on Parents Magazine! Just head on over here and you can snag a 3 year subscription (36 issues) to Parents Magazine for a total of $5.99… that’s only $0.17 per issue! Just use coupon code PARENTS at checkout and the price will be reduced. The suggested retail cost for this magazine is $84, so you’re getting one amazing deal! You might want to snag this!!! it is an AESOME deal for 3 years. I know i have a few months left on my current one, but did tis just now... I did not want to pass up 3 years for $6!! that is cheaper than 1 year subscription if I was chosing to renew!! I have ordered other magazines from here before and they are a good, legit company!!

Please keep in mind that as more people purchase this magazine subscription, the price on Tanga after the coupon code may start going up. So if you are at all interested in snagging a subscription, do it sooner so that you can get the lowest possible price! once you get to the page it will tell you the cost of $35.91-- dont worry, click on red buy it now button, put PARENTS into coupon code on next page (i tink thse are usually case sensitive) then the update button and it will tell you the price. So, if price has gone up you can change your mind or go ahead with it at this point (you are not stuck buying without know ing the price)

need a Christmas present for a friend who is a mom? what about a baby shower gift?

COOL HUH?!

picture people

Picture People is offering an awesome coupon A Big Bundle Package (consisting of six color portrait sheets sized 10 x 13 or smaller of the same image) for ONLY $9…that’s 91% off the regular price of $100! Head over here to print this coupon and remember there are never session fees at Picture People!

good thru 10:31

not quite dead, yet

I know, i know, I know.... I am always complaining when people dont update their blogs, and then look at me. We have a lot to update, and I will start as soon as this week is over--- been busy with lots going on.

sign up for the Chili’s email club! Just for signing up, you’ll receive a coupon valid for FREE Chips & Queso– with the purchase of an entree! Plus, you can score a bonus coupon for a FREE brownie Sundae with the purchase of an entree. ummmm…. have you seen their brownie sundaes?! Yum!

Chili’s really is stepping up their game! Not ONLY did I receive a FREE Chips & Queso coupon and Brownie Sundae coupon, but I just checked my inbox and in my Welcome email from Chili’s was a FREE appetizer with the purchase of an entree coupon! Wahoo! I think for the next couple weeks I’ll be treating myself and the fam to some yummy outings at Chili’s!

The chimney sweep

We went over to my parent's house for supper. Kirk and my dad were in the den working on my dad's computer, Sam was on the couch watching a cartoon and mom and I were in the kitchen cleaning the dishes. Molly was doing what Molly normally does... running around trying to see what sort of mess she could make. AND THEN, it got quiet, I looked out and saw that she was holding something, when she saw me looking her way she quickly put what she was holding into the fireplace. I then saw THIS:That little girl managed to pull out a log from the gas log set and carry it over to the tv stand. (but not without dropping ash on the carpet as well) I gasp, quickly grab her to prevent her from touching anything, sit her on the counter in order to clean her up... BUT WAIT, the thought crosses my mind... we need a picture of this. and here ya go......

Alice in wonderland

We went back to the same Enormous, exquisite hotel that we went to last year for the events of the summer. Last year I took only Sam, this year, I had them both... but poor Faye, she had a THREE of hers :) Last year the theme was TRAINS, this year it was Alice in wonderland. Last year the balloon man was there, this year the same guy was there!!! There was a train in the beginning though...Sam loved this thing. He told everyone that he loved the "monsterd" (monster) I don't think it is a monster, but not sure what else it could be :)Molly enjoyed all of the characters that we saw, monsterd includedSam liked everything we saw... everything BUT the Queen. he did not mind her, but he did not really want to be around her either. She was big and boisterous so I think she might have come along a little strong for the kids. Seems she was everywhere that we were...She saw Sam here and she waved her wand and ordered Sam to have a good time that nightHe did not quite get this practice of wand wishingand then hid behind his new balloon as she was barking orders when she left him...Next we ran into the Rabbit. Molly Loved him and stared in awe of him (much like Sam did the night before in front of Deuce)The decorations were so cool all through the hotel atrium. The tea cups looked like a good spot for a photo op.... Hey, we got 3 of the 5 kids looking at us, not too bad if you ask me! (Mitchell has an excuse, he was buckled in the stroller...)Molly is an antagonist. she enjoys this role that she plays so well. I caught her pestering Hanna... She was bopping her in the head with her balloon. I LOVE the look on Hanna's face here. (and Molly's look of pure joy) As mentioned, Molly knows what she is doing, and does it well. Look whose face pops up in the middle of the picture I was taking of Sam and Hanna?!Guess Hanna didn't want Molly to win... what is good for the goose...It was a long day, the kids did pretty well, there was a parade (which we sort of missed and ended up in the back of) and fireworks. Sam really enjoyed watching these. What fun it is to be able to enjoy evenings out with our friends!

Sunday morning

It was Sunday morning.
The kids baths were done.
Their chairs were brought into our bedroom.
They were cold so a blanket was applied.
Sunday clothes were on the bed waiting until after
Gourmet breakfast (poptarts) was served.

They enjoy family bonding on Sunday mornings before churchSo do we!