Halloween 2010

And this was our Halloween. Dracula, ugly witch, Jasmine, and jailbird.


We did the trunk or treat at the church. It is always a good time and it's nice to do dinner there too. For the last 4-5 years, we've done a chili and cornbread dinner along with hot dogs.

Calvin was all over the place. He would take off and then Spencer had to track him down. He'd cruz around and people would just keep handing him candy. He had a sucker in each hand. He had hit the jackpot and didn't want to leave. All the kids had a great time.



Spencer and I went to a party at the Coleman's on Friday night. It's always a good time at their parties and were glad to be friends with them and the crowd that usually attends them. We really enjoy them all.

70's basketball player & Greek goddess

Meet Macy Jean

I'm slow. Or maybe I'm just overwhelmed. Or maybe both. I'm not sure but either way, I am finally posting about our sweet little Macy Jean. She was born on September 23rd. She weighed in at 7 lbs. exactly and was 20 3/4" long.

I woke up in the middle of the night with contractions and waited it out 2 hours before Spencer woke up on his own and saw the light on in the living room. Good thing he woke up when he did. I had been debating on when to wake him. I thought I'd let him get a little more rest. Well, I let him know what the contractions were and he insisted it was time to go! Smart man, and what was I thinking? My biggest worry is not making it to the hospital in time, and I'm still sitting at the computer with contractions that are stronger and more consistent at 2:30 am.



We get to the hospital and check in admission right at 4am. Checked in to triage as they confirm I'm dilated to 7 and contractions are strong. In a room by 4:20 and getting set up. Barely have time to get an epidural. While they are sticking it in my back the Dr. comes in, waits for them to finish and checks me. I'm at 10 and ready to deliver. He's a good Dr. and says I'll give you 10-15 min. for that epidural to kick in and then we go! She's born at 5:25 am. Whew. That was a close one!




We've been home now 6 weeks. She's healthy and sweet, but has a bit of colic....my other fear. I probably jinxed myself as I continually said, "I just hope she isn't colicky." She is not even close to the level of colic Paxton had, but any bit of colic is no fun, for her or for me.

The whole crew...

2 months later....

Well, I guess I should at least attempt to make a post here before the next baby is born. Because then I'll have a really good excuse for not keeping up with my blog!

New baby is set to arrive in about 1 1/2 to 2 weeks. FINALLY! And summer is starting to fade, we've had some very nice weather recently. My mom will be coming out at the end of the month to help with the new arrival and it should be perfect weather while she is back home in AZ!

I tried to keep the kids in here all summer, but they just wouldn't hear of it.


Daisy developed a love for The Sound of Music, Annie & Mary Poppins and easily recruited her "buddy-buddy" Calvin to watch with her. They love the music in each of them.


We took a little trip at the end of the summer to the Legacy resort in Phx. and the kids had a great time. They spent time swimming, playing tennis, crafting, playing with cousins, a trip to the zoo to name a few while we were there. We also introduced the kids and Spencer too, to Famous Daves BBQ. It's Spencer's new favorite place and the kids really liked it too.


Eventually the first day of school rolled around for Caden (2nd) and Paxton (K).


And the kids all became posers somewhere along the way! Actually Paxie has always been one to enjoy the camera, and now Daisy is following her lead. Here they are as of last month....
Caden (7)


Paxton (5)


Daisy (2)


Calvin (1)