Horizon Way Stories

we went to the beach a while back

2011-06-20T22:43:00.000-07:00

it bothers me when i keep checking back on a blog, and there is nothing! oops, i am now one of those people. no posts since February? well, that is just sad.

we went to the beach in april (or may). here is the one great shot i got. like it?

im in the picture! aka Embrace the Camera

2011-02-17T11:15:00.000-08:00

i have been following this blog for a while now. I love this mom and her kids. I think in another life, i am very thin, very blond, have lots of tattoos and a nose ring. but alas, the real me is above. I love her idea about getting in front of the camera. and this is what i got. max found a Gatorade bottle, harrison was about to use his hands to eat straight our of the jar of jif, and sweet jax will always come when called. i've got this cool self timer remote, so get ready of more pics of me! *if only i could get this underlining to quit. i just noticed it quit now, but why now? i'll never know.*

his feet dont touch the ground

2011-02-17T11:02:00.000-08:00

the boys got a trampoline for christmas from my parents. this is them on Christmas morning. they love it!!! for those of you worried, the outside net is now up and we are enjoying it safely. my boys are in constant movement and I think this helps get some of that energy out.

christmas was lovely and perfect.

my parents spent the night so they could be here christmas morning. and most of shaun's family came over in the afternoon for dinner and more gifts. the only sad part was that my grandma was ill and not able to celebrate with us.

what a happy holiday we had!

New Year & New Beginnings

2011-02-05T11:32:00.000-08:00

Sorry it's been so long...but I have been busy. I have started a small private practice. I am open and ready for business. You can check out my website at dawnhedgepeth.com or call me if you have any questions. I would appreciate any referrals.

I will be back soon with pics of Christmas, our most recent snow day, and of course never ending stories & pics of our boys.

Happy New Year....Wish me luck!

Kris Kringle

2010-12-08T16:34:00.000-08:00

Our latest visit to Gruene. We do this every year, this is the one pic where we all participate in the photo.

When we saw Santa, Harrison asked, "Is this the North Pole???"

Thank you Melody!!!

2010-11-29T20:00:00.000-08:00

Sweet Melody took this photo. I love it!!! It will always bring me joy.

Happy Birthday Hubby - you are MINE

2010-11-19T14:03:00.000-08:00

When I saw this video for the first time I couldn't help but think of Shaun and I.

I mean, he was a waiter at the Olive Garden (that is where we met) and we've had our rough patches, but in the end it is all great. I know it is a corny way to say "Happy Birthday and I love you" but it is really pretty sweet too!

So yes, in the beginning we both had a lot more hair and in the end we have one more boy, but it is pretty much a good video of us. (oh, and minus my parents fighting).

Happy Birthday and I love you sweet Shaun!

How cute is this?

2010-11-05T11:23:00.000-07:00

My Family from WiddlyTinks.com

This reminds me of when I was little and we would go the amusement park and get those cut outs made of my mom, dad and I. So cute!!!

Run!

2010-10-15T18:51:00.000-07:00

Here are the boys, running for the dinosaur at the Witte museum. What a fun day!

Max loves his bed

2010-10-07T20:03:00.000-07:00

Max is bringing us so much joy right now. He is walking and crawling. He is up to about 6 steps before he falls, he might be able to take a few more steps if he wasnt trying to clap and walk at the same time. Someone is pretty proud of himself. It is crazy how much he has changed in a year...and yes, the time has flown by.

We are loving the cooler weather and the boys are excited about Jason & Dena coming to babysit, birthday parties and Halloween.

I love fall and my boys.

Really, I am content.

Bye Bye Perfection

2010-09-27T14:00:00.001-07:00

This says..."Adios Perfection, Hola Contentment"

Really, I cant do it anymore. I can not be the perfect mom, wife, social worker, (or blogger) or friend. I just dont have it in me.

But I can be content with who I am.

Join the movement....www.ordinarycourage.com

Read the book....

And stop the fight and love who you are Right Now.

Max is 1 year old!!

2010-09-10T10:25:00.000-07:00

Dear Max,

Happy First Birthday. You are such a joy and easy baby. You are sleeping through the night, and that makes me so happy. You wake up happy and ready to move. Yet, you are content to just be on my hip most of the time. You took a few steps for your dad and I today; it is only days before you are walking everywhere. Last year at this time, I was anxious about how I could handle three boys, now I can't imagine life without you. Your brother's ADORE you. There is a fight about who can wake you up each morning. And today, there was an argument over who got to hold you as we sang Happy Birthday to you. So, we got to sing to you twice while Jackson and Harrison held you individually for each song. You love being outside and eating leaves. And my day is not complete without holding you right before bed and having you look out your bedroom window. You complete our family and thinking of you warms my heart.

I love you,
Mama

Max is 1 - the pics

2010-09-10T10:06:00.000-07:00

I know they are corny but every child needs to have cheesy pictures taken at some point. And once I got my mind focused on this, I would not let it go. I wanted cute 1 year pics and I had to have them done on your birthday. This is what they came up with and I think they capture you pretty darn well.

Happy Birthday my little Big Guy.

Jackson and Harrison phone message

2010-09-08T12:53:00.000-07:00

Here is a message that Jackson and Harrison left me one morning while I was out running. I left before they woke up. Hope you can hear it and you think it is as cute as I do. Let's see if this works. It says it will only be up for 10 days, so let's hope someone out there hears it before it goes away. A special thanks for my great brother-in-law Jason for helping me with this.

Oh, and I did NOT have my wallet with me so they were very upset when I walked in the house empty handed!

Yvette's pics part II

2010-08-09T20:15:00.000-07:00

nothing going on here, just getting ready to go back to work. hope all is well with you guys.

Yvette's pics part I

2010-07-21T14:13:00.000-07:00

Sweet Yvette took these pics last time she was here. I love them and already have some framed on our wall. You will see more soon. Thanks Yvette!

BTW the perfect family picture is impossible now that we have 5 people. But we will keep trying.

bath in the sink

2010-07-04T20:02:00.000-07:00

I have great memories of giving each of the boys a bath in the kitchen sink in our old house. I decided on a day Harrison and Jackson were watching Word Girl, I would do this with Max. I could take pictures and just enjoy the time with Max. I was wrong. There was no quiet time, no alone time with Max. As soon as Harrison walked into the kitchen for one of his endless snacks and saw what I was doing....it was all over. Both boys were naked behind me, climbing the sink, and all trying to get into the sink. Shaun was not home, so this was a bit of a challenge (as is all the things with three boys.) Oh well, this is the best I could do. I was so worried someone would slip off the counter, crush Max or get water everywhere. Yes, all of those did occur, no matter how much I tried to prevent it. But all survived!

July 3rd 2010

2010-07-04T19:54:00.000-07:00

Our little neighborhood has the best July 4th celebration. There is a small parade and party afterwards. This is our third year going, but our first year not walking in the parade. We thought it would be just too hot for little Max. Life is wonderful right now. We have really enjoyed the last 4 weeks off from work together. It has been wonderful having Shaun home. He goes back to work this week. Boo Hoo. Max is 10 months old this week. Wow, time is flying by. Three boys is hard, loud, stressful, fun and crazy. I'm up for the challenge.

happy birthday to me

2010-06-22T19:55:00.000-07:00

Help me with my list

2010-06-06T13:38:00.000-07:00

Hum, my list. Vanna was kind enough to send me this idea. So what I need to do is to come up with 40 things I want to do the year I turn 40. I turn 40 in just 15 days. I like the idea of being accountable and having to do things I have always wanted. But, I need help. I want some of my items to be things that those I love (you who read this blog) can do with me or teach me. So, if you have something you can show me or an idea of something we can do together, send me an e-mail or comment here and I will add your idea to my list.

Here are a few things I'd like to put on my list of 40 things I want to do before I turn 41.

1. Buy flowers, not because someone is coming over, but just because.
2. Edit a picture with a real editing program like photoshop or elements.
3. Run a 5K.
4. Make a romantic dinner for Shaun and I, that includes dessert.
5. Spend the night in a hotel.
6. Go to a concert.
7. Attend or have a slumber party or spend the night at a friends house.
8. Get new PJs with a fun print on them.
9. Donate some of my clothes to the Battered Woman's Shelter.
10. Take a vacation (even to a local hotel) with my 4 boys.
11. Get cowboy boots from the boot whisper (Wimberly Texas).
12. Spend alone time with my mom at least once a month.
13. Take a family picture at least once per month.
14. Take a Zoomba class at the gym.
15. Take a spin class at the gym.
16. Attend at least 4 of my book club meetings over the next year.
17. Attempt to read all of the book club selections for the next year.

So, dear friends and family....help me add to my list.

max laughs

2010-05-28T08:05:00.000-07:00

This should make you smile, it's a little blurry but fun none the less. And he is now crawling and 8 months old, but still getting up twice a night. Come on little man, let me get some sleep!

cheater post

2010-05-27T07:34:00.000-07:00

I did this a few weeks ago with my dear friend Jenny. See her post here. We had a blast and I later found out that the same day, on the same street, in the one store we did not go into, Sandra Bullock and baby Louie were shopping. Ah, so close to a real star sighting. Those are pretty rare in San Antonio. I will update again soon. Thanks Jen for letting me cheat and use your post as my own today! love ya and I had a fantastic time. I cant believe I am next to turn 40.

Mama and her boys...Happy Mother's Day

2010-05-08T19:12:00.000-07:00

Dear Harrison,
I love your cute dimples and the way you laugh. It brings me joy when you say, "again mama, again." You feel all your emotions completely. When you are happy you clap your hands, pump your fists and yell with excitement. When you are mad or sad you are full of tears, lots of yelling and often some kicking too. I love that if I'm not the one with you when you wake up or put you to bed, your first words of the day are, "where's mama?" and your last words of the day are, "Mama lay with me." Your passion inspires me.
Love, Mama

Sweet Jackson,
You are growing up too fast. You are now reading, it is truly incredible. You are such a good friend and kind. You love to help others and are a huge help around the house. I feel like you are really learning self control and trying hard to be your best. I love how now I hear your father and I in your words and actions (that can be good and bad.) You are warm and loving. Your face lights up when you see me, you hold my hand and aren't embarrassed if I kiss and hold you in front of your friends. You bring me such joy.
Love, your best girl (what he likes to call me)

Dearest Max,
You are the best thing to happen to us. I love how you are just starting to explore the world. You are getting really grabby and wanting to see all around you. This age is great though, you cant really crawl (though yesterday you did a little bit), but you are so happy to be on the floor. This means I don't have to worry yet about you getting into things. I'm sad that you are pretty much done with nursing but know you are just growing up. You wake up happy and go to sleep peaceful. I love putting you to bed and scratching your head and playing with your hair. Your brothers love you to pieces, in fact your first crawling was to get to Harrison. We cant wait to get to know your personality.
Lots of love, Mama

Harrison & Max 6 months

2010-04-26T19:09:00.000-07:00

At the top is a picture Melody took of Harrison at 6 months old (it is one of my all time favorites). I had to get a duplicate with Max. Below are the two pics that Yvette was took. Do you think they look alike? Max is just getting cuter each day.

Harrison has bronchitis right now and Max is teething, so this mom is feeling very overwhelmed. Thank goodness I have Bunco to look forward to tomorrow night, a date night this weekend, and next week is my little birthday club's monthly dinner. I don't know what I do without my girlfriends.

Our 3 day weekend last week was fun. Jackson got to go to the battle of flowers parade. Harrison and Jackson went swimming on Friday and Sunday. On Saturday we went to the King William Fair for the parade and to eat a gordita and roasted corn (my favorites).

We have just about a month left of school and then we are off for the summer. I hope it is not as hot as last year, but even if it is, at least I wont be 9 months pregnant.

backyard bliss

2010-04-20T18:46:00.000-07:00

boys, boys, boys

2010-04-17T18:50:00.000-07:00

Looks like fun,huh? Depends on your view and who you are.

Max has been sick lately - he has a ear infection and a virus. We've been to the doctor 4 times in 9 days. But he is gonna be fine. This is Fiesta time of year but the rain has really put a damper on things. We are just doing the normal things, hanging out with friends, going to dinner and watching TV. Next week Jackson has taken a pledge to be TV free for the week, so we should see how that goes. The parents are supposed to be role models (but hey, I didn't sign the pledge, he did.)
The exciting thing is that my dear friend Yvette from high school is in town. She was to be here for 16 days. Her visit has been extended by 8 days due to the volcano situation. I am so happy. Old friends are super. Her mom lives only 3 blocks away, so we are able to visit a lot. Today it was cupcakes and the fiesta store. Last week she took pics of us - you will be so impressed when you see them. (The new family picture to the left is a preview.) I hope to see her much more before she leaves.
Tomorrow includes taking a friend lunch and my parents taking Jackson and Harrison to go see "How to tame your dragon" and to go see Jackson's art work which is on display at EZs. I could tell you about my week, but I need to go to bed as I'm sure Max will have me awake in a few hours.

Jackson turns 6!!

2010-04-13T15:00:00.000-07:00

We had a great birthday for Jackson this year. Nothing like hot dogs, cake, a few kids, and all of your favorite people. I really enjoyed Jackson being 5. I was a little worried about 6. But, you know what, the past few weeks have been great.

My sweet Jackson, you just keep getting better and better. You see, he is a great big brother, packs his own lunch every day, wakes up happy, gets dressed without me asking and he has a super personality. His teacher said, "any first grade teacher would be lucky to have him."

I think we are pretty lucky to have him in our life.

I love my sweet 6 year old!

Max and Spring

2010-04-08T08:14:00.000-07:00

I keep trying to take these great pics. I will not stop trying. These are what I came up with this morning. Later today he will get his 6 month shots...ouch. My mom and grandma are ill right now, so keep them in your thoughts and prayers. This little guy will be 7 months tomorrow. He is still so little, not sitting up and not really wanting to on your hip, still like to be held like a baby. I still cant believe I have 3 boys....

Easter Day

2010-04-05T18:35:00.000-07:00

We had a great 3 day weekend. Sunday was super fun, it included a pony ride, Easter egg hunt and a long nap. I love this last picture because it is the only picture that includes Max (so cute). I've uploaded a few more pictures, so check back in a few days for more pics. Here's to a great April!

3 Silly Faces

2010-03-16T18:35:00.000-07:00

Lord help me...these boys are cute!

We are having a fun spring break. So far, we gone to Jim's for breakfast, seen the new River walk extension near the Pearl Brewery, Shaun and I went to see Crazy Heart and to dinner for our anniversary, gone to see Nana, Gaga & Papa, been to Chuck E Cheese, purchased and watched the Princess & the Frog, eaten at the Cracker Barrel, been to the park, I've gone on a few runs, & done a little shopping, . Nothing like a Stay-cation!

Just think we still have 5 more days left. Yippee!!

Rodeo day part II

2010-03-12T06:40:00.000-08:00

These two pictures make me smile. I mean, how much fun is he having on this little homemade sock horse? I love the age of 5; at 5 they are little enough to have fun, big enough to be easy and small enough to love on! The way Jackson looks at me when I come to visit him at school, melts my heart. He really wants me there and is so happy to see me, hold me hand and give me kisses in public. I am one lucky girl.

These last pictures were taken in the gym. They are getting ready to do a Texas song, complete with dance moves and the Chicken Dance (reminds me of my old days in Germany.) What a great day and a fun way to get ready for spring break.
I am really looking forward to spending lots of time with my favorite boys.

Rodeo day part I

2010-03-12T06:37:00.000-08:00

Here Jackson is ready to Rodeo day at school.

This is my version of that poster I had in the 90s. You know the one that was in pastels and had the cute cowboy poised like this. Remember???? This cowboy is cuter, if you ask me.

Jackson is my picky eater, but he did love making and eating smores. What fun we had.

This is only the beginning...

2010-03-08T18:48:00.000-08:00

Oh, sweet little Max, this is the first of many issues you will have with your brothers. As you can see, Harrison has taken a marker to Max's little head. Lovely.
Lord, please help me...this is going to be quite a ride.

get close

2010-03-03T18:31:00.000-08:00

I took Farrah's advice and got closer. This is what I came up with. Whatcha think? All is well here, crazy busy, crazy loud, mama crazy (me) and full of crazy love. In two weeks Shaun and I celebrate our 12wedding anniversary (19 years together) - pretty strange huh? And then Spring Break, we can't wait.

Pics to go with last (i love) post

2010-02-19T00:38:00.000-08:00

I love....

2010-02-13T09:09:00.000-08:00

Sorry, I have not kept up with my daily post of the things that I love. I guess I have been too busy; you know, taking care of the things I love.

I had a great GNO with my dear friends on Thursday to celebrate Jenny's birthday. We sure did have fun. If 40 looks like Jenny, Page and almost 40 Vanna, I am in some beautiful company. And if you know me, you know that I LOVE my girlfriends. God did not grant me sisters, but he did grant two handfuls of some of the sweetest friends a girl could ask for. You girls know who you are, and I Love you.

Pretend each of the pics below is a daily entry of the things I love, okay?

I love this boy, Harrison. I love the fact too, that I am so darn determined to take good photos and to try and edit them. This pic of Harrison is my attempt at editing. I think his jean jacket looks pretty neat but I know Melody and Yvette will say that I need to concentrate on the color of his face, but I am still learning. I will not give up.

I love that Jackson begs for me to attend his functions at school. Here we are at his Valentine's party. We had a great time, he got to catch a swinging donut in his mouth, make me a paper flower, a heart paper airplane, and wrote his dad a sweet valentine's card. The card to his dad says, "Daddy, I love you. I like when we play the drums good. I like the way you make me mac-n-cheese, you know - real creamy. I like when you lift me up a lot and throw me backwards. Happy Valentine's day. "

I love that sweet baby Max is so easy going. He goes to everywhere with me and is always super easy. I am on my way now (when he wakes up) to a baby sling class, so that I can carry him on me. I had the same sling for Harrison. He loves to be held in the sling or baby bjorn when we go to the park.

I love (I mean, who doesn't) sweet baby rolls! He is just starting to really fill out. He is now 17.5 pounds and 5 months old. This stage reminds me of Harrison when he was about 5 months old...do you think they look alike?

Well, this Valentine's day is sure to be different than last years, as last year on Valentine's we told my parents I was 12 weeks pregnant.

Turns out baby Max is the nicest surprise I ever received!

Happy Valentine's day 2010 everyone...I love you all!

I love...

2010-02-03T18:43:00.000-08:00

I love Melody's idea about saying what you love every day till Valentine's Day. I'd like to give it a try. It may be easier for me on facebook, so I might do it there too. But, today, I love the stoop outside my house. The stoop is where I drink my coffee on weekends, while the boys play in the front yard. This is the stoop where baby Max first rested until we could get the key to open the door, when he entered our home for the 1st time. The stoop where where I place my purse, the stoop where I sit and trim the boys nails, the stoop that lets me know I am home. Yes, I love this stoop.

Flat Stanley

2010-01-19T20:00:00.000-08:00

You know you are a mom when you have kid who brings home "Flat Stanley." Jackson was obsessed and needed to take him to at least 3 places. While with us he made it to the Terrel Hills fire department, the bathroom at Walmart, McDonalds and to Sea Island.

We had a great three day weekend. Jackson is now zooming around on his bike without training wheels. Jackson and Harrison spent the night with my parents - Yippee, thank you parents. I got my first night of uninterrupted sleep in 4 months - thanks Shaun. I made banana bread, we went to Gruene and Shaun even made his famous Chicken Marsala. Oh, and the Christmas decorations finally came down, much to the dismay of our boys. In addition, Shaun and I got a date night at Cappy's and I even worked out two of the three days.

Strange how an extra 24 hours changes everything....Here's to the three day weekends!!!

How to make snowballs

2010-01-12T13:11:00.000-08:00

Jackson was so excited to do this at school on Monday. He had to tell me all about it. Let me know what you think.

Happy New Year

2009-12-31T20:26:00.000-08:00

Happy New Year to all.

The past few days have been great. Lots of time spent with friends, out doors and just being together. We had a party yesterday and Jackson can now ride his bike without training wheels! An adult only dinner last night (thanks Vanna and Dom) and today, 2 naps, a nice long family walk and dinner at the olive garden.

Getting ready for bed now (10:28pm) and overall this has been a great new years eve...I wont be staying up till midnight that's for sure.

P.S. I had to include this pic of my grandma (she's 92). I love that we got to spend Christmas Eve and Christmas Day with her and all our our family.

We are so lucky!

Merry Christmas

2009-12-23T14:51:00.000-08:00

Every year since Jackson was born we have taken pictures with this Santa. Well, just because there are three boys now, we had to continue with the tradition. Happy Holidays everyone.

the latest

2009-12-17T07:02:00.000-08:00

Here is a mini update. Jackson was a cute indian at school named Pokey (he picked that name himself). Max loves the sling and falls right asleep in it. Harrsion is a little toot and cute, fun and edible. Jackson had a brownie sale last weekend. The setup, sign, etc. are all his. He even got a few customers. I'm looking forward to time off with my boys...I just wish I could keep my house picked up too!

The Boys and our weekend

2009-12-14T11:52:00.000-08:00

These were taken this summer. But they were easily accessed and if you want a blog update, you cant be picky :) (same goes for this crazy underlining...ugh!)

We had a great weekend. My mom and dad took Jackson to fiesta Texas to look at the lights, and spend the night Saturday. So Sunday morning Harrison and I, just the two of us, went to the zoo. It was so fun to just be with him. Then Sunday night Jackson and I went to see the Lion King....it was amazing. Really amazing.

Have a great week!

It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas...

2009-12-07T13:41:00.001-08:00

I know it is the holiday season when we make our yearly trip to Gruene to see Kris Kringle.I had no idea last year (really, no idea at all) that one year later we would be taking 3 boys to see Santa. Yesterday we did just that! It was fun and we survived with all the boys. Jackson told Santa he wanted a whistle and Harrison asked for a piano. Don't ask...

All three even did great at the Grist Mill for lunch. Take a closer look at the picture above to see Max's face. He was not too happy.

As all our shirts say, "Life is Good."

You're breakin' my brain

2009-11-06T10:23:00.000-08:00

Jackson's class did great at school so he got to have a crazy hair day. He asked for a mohawk. This was the best I could do. At one point he told me, "ouch mama, you're breakin' my brain!"

Beauty hurts baby!

look at that lip at 2 months old

2009-11-06T10:22:00.000-08:00

Yep, he has already been here for 2 months. Most of the time he is either eating , sleeping or like this last photo. Yet, he periods of wakefulness are more and more lately. Baby Max is even starting to smile. I'll try to take some better pics of him soon, but as this photos show, it is very hard.

We are having a super hard time with Harrison right now. So, tonight I asked Jackson, "Why do you think Harrison is being so difficult today?" He said,
"Well, it's because he is filled with these wild things and because it rained today he wasn't able to go outside and get all those wild things out. " You know what, he may be right.

Jackson on the other hand has been amazing. We even had his teacher conference last week and she said nothing but great things about him. Yippee!

Now the are scary

2009-11-06T10:20:00.000-08:00

Last year I had a cute spiderman and an elephant. Now they need to be scary. Jackson was a vampire and Harrison was a skeleton (less scary and more cute, I think). Maimie came over to help us trick or treat. Baby Max stayed in his sling the whole time and did great. It was fun for all. Is anyone else stealing a piece of candy a day from their kids?

Flooding

2009-10-05T08:44:00.000-07:00

We had flooding in our house this weekend. 3 rooms were affected and our master bedroom furniture has been moved to our living room. I'm trying to tell myself that it is kind of like camping but I am at home, sleeping on a mattress on the floor. I just would never take my newborn camping.
So, these three people (and Tino the great & Jason - so glad you moved back to Texas) were very helpful in a time of crisis. My dad was at our house within an hour of the flooding to help move furniture, my mom was ready at her house for the tornado of me and 3 boys arriving suddenly and Penny came over to direct furniture moving, do laundry, clean the kitchen and put my house back in order. I am so grateful to have these people in my life. And today, Vina (lovely Yvette's mom) is bringing me King Ranch Chicken for dinner.
And Shaun will will remain my main man because he did so great at not only "taking care of business" he kept a smile on his face and took all his "workers" to lunch.
Yes, there is nothing to be sad or angry about because when you have people that love you, you have it all.

New big brother

2009-10-01T08:44:00.000-07:00

Harrison is taking to his new big brother just fine. He wants to hold him and kiss him all the time. I believe that Max will develop a fondness for a pacifier as both brothers are constantly putting one in his mouth. The crying really disturbs them and they want to make it stop. Little Max is already 3 weeks old now. He sleeps between Shaun and I, which I didn't do with the other boys, but I am really enjoying having him so close. All our friends and family are bringing us food at least 2-3 times per week. I am loving that! I don't know how I will cook and take care of 3 boys...they tend to be very demanding. I'm off to take a nap - wish me luck.

Baby Max is here!

2009-09-22T09:57:00.000-07:00

Well, our 9.4 pound little bundle of joy has arrived. He made his debut on 09/09/09 at 9:22 am and was 21.5 inches long. He had a few health issues and stayed in the NICU for 4 days, but we are all home now. My delivery wasn't too bad. In fact, I was texting people to keep them up with what was happening. The texts went like this:
8:09 am "I just got the epidural, and I am 6 centimeters, should happen sometime this morning".
8:57 am "I am 9 centimeters"
9:40 am "He is here!"

Here are some pictures, because I hear someone begging to be fed!
* a special thanks to Melody at Rockin' A photography for all her great shots!!

jackson gets the news...part 2

2009-09-04T18:40:00.000-07:00

Here is Jackson again, trying to understand about the new baby. Little did we know at the time that he was right about his prediction that it was a boy. He just cant seem to "wrap his mind" around the fact that the baby in the sonogram is not him or his brother. Now he seems pretty thrilled about it all.

The plan is to have this little boy, Max, in 3 days on Wednesday, 09/09/09. Wish me luck. My blog widget is off by four days, so we are really only having him about 8 days early. But if you were as uncomfortable as me, you'd wonder how I made it this long.

I am looking forward to this next step in our lives and wondering just how great it is gonna be.

Is Jackson ready to be a big brother...again?

2009-09-04T12:19:00.000-07:00

I have been trying to upload this video for months. I think it finally worked!! I'm so happy. I took this video when I was about 12 weeks pregnant and we were telling Jackson. I think Jackson's reaction is pretty funny. But the friends I have showed it to, think Shaun if funny too. Let me know if you laughed.

5 Already?

2009-08-23T20:38:00.000-07:00

How did the past 5 years just fly by? I heard other moms talk about, but I had no idea. Yes, Jackson starts Kindergarten tomorrow. I cant believe it. I'll let you know how it goes. Send us happy thoughts on this and the many other transitions we have coming up quickly.

Harrison's had it tough!

2009-08-17T19:35:00.000-07:00

This little guy has had a rough couple of weeks. First he was face planted into the dirt by his brother and lost a baby tooth. Then he was trying to follow his brother up the huge slide at the gym and fell - biting through his bottom lip (no stitches needed) and then a week ago today he got a huge goose egg on his forehead right between his eyes. Then Friday he placed four of his fingers on a hot stove burner. I mean, he is having weekly injuries. I just need to be super grateful that there has been nothing major and that he is so easy going and resilient.

Work started today and boy was it tough to be back. I love my job but I really love summer too. I cant believe little Max will be here in just 30 or so days. I am really looking forward to meeting him. It is strange to have someone you been taking care of for 9 months that you haven't met yet...motherhood is weird that way.

New Hats

2009-07-29T08:49:00.000-07:00

We got these cute hats for the boys on my birthday this year. I think they are so fun. Harrison's hat reminds me of an old man smoking a cigar and playing cards. Jackson's hat just makes him look older.
Harrison has really entered the terrible 2s. He is stubborn, hitting, making messes and running from me. Sounds like he is right on target! But this 32 week old preggo is having a hard time with keeping up and my patience is being taken by little baby Max.
After this week we only have 2 weeks until we go back to work.... guess I am as ready as I will ever be.
Shaun has accomplished so much around the house this summer. He has made a drum room in the garage and painted what will be Harrison's new big boy room, moved our office furniture, hung curtains and put together a twin bed for Harrison.
Wish us luck on the big boy bed transition.
Can you believe this is our 36 day in a row of weather above 100 degrees? Is this related to my friends using some much aqua net in the 80's and ruining the ozone? I wont admit that I contributed to it.

Jacksonisms

2009-07-16T08:46:00.000-07:00

"Mama, when the baby comes can we have a 'Hatch Day' party?"

After spending the day taking care of my parent's dog, he walked around with his tongue hanging out of his mouth, "I'm just trying to keep myself cool!"

"You can have my leftover, cold toast; because you're my best mama."

Gotta love the logic of a 5 year old!

Harrison finds a snack!

2009-07-09T11:51:00.000-07:00

This is what happens when you leave a 2 year old alone for a few minutes. Good news, he opened the fridge himself, found what he wanted, and took it to the table to eat it and best of all he was quiet (no fighting with brother at this moment). Bad news is that it is not healthy. But he was quiet and happy. Jackson and Harrison both LOVE butter. Anyone else have kids that like to eat butter?

Northwood Neighborhood Fair part II

2009-06-27T09:07:00.000-07:00

Here are the other pics...

Neighborhood Fair

2009-06-27T09:00:00.000-07:00

Here are some old pics that I never posted. Just thought I'd include them because it was a great day this spring. Before it got so darn hot!!

"Alive"

2009-06-16T08:02:00.000-07:00

While I was away a few weeks ago visiting Nancy, Jason and sweet baby Lila in LA, daddy was in charge. One day when I called to ask what was going on, Shaun said, "We are all watching Mannequin." What that old movie from the 80's?? Yes, it turns out that the kids love it, actually, Harrison is in love with movie. It is the first and last thing he asks for every day. He says,"I watch Alive?" That is what he calls the movie and he dances with excitement when she comes alive. It is so darn cute to see him so excited. It is not an appropriate movie for a 2 year old but I could be stuck watching the same episode of Wonder Pets 5 times a day, so I consider myself lucky. Below is the scene that causes much dancing and jumping in the house. What do your kids watch that you know they shouldn't?...please, someone else tell me that they let their kids watch something they really don't approve of. please.

joe cool and brother

2009-06-13T19:04:00.000-07:00

These kids are too cool for school. Next week is VBS for Jackson and Harrison and I will just hang out. I am meeting my summer goal: a nap a day. Lord, I need it.

Time to eat the donuts

2009-06-11T17:31:00.000-07:00

How do you keep a 2 year old happy at a t-ball game? Feed him a donut! Then he puts on a show and and no one in the stands even watches the game - just the cute kid getting covered in chocolate. I need to upload more pics of what Harrison eats. It is pretty funny.

I just looked at my baby widget and it says 100 days till baby. Wow. I am still shocked every time he moves. This is really happening...

Jackson and Harrison are taking swim lessons every day for two weeks. Jackson's instructor called Jackson "Dennis the Menace" and said he never stops moving. Compliment or not??? I am not sure.

P.S. I'm trying to use all these new links to make posting to blogger easier and they just end up messing up what I want to do. Like why is 1/2 of the above post in blue and underlined? Who knows, at least you have a new post to look at. Have a great weekend. Love you guys!

Slide or scoot?

2009-06-06T17:32:00.000-07:00

T-ball is over for the year. Here is Jackson attempting to slide into home base. But it is really more of a scoot. Happy summer

Harrison's new bathing suit

2009-05-19T13:00:00.000-07:00

This is the funny little swim suit that my mom got Harrison. He didnt seem to mind it a bit and is loving swimming. Takes after everyone else in the family. How cute are these boys???

A little video and a little family update

2009-05-18T07:50:00.000-07:00

I made this little video for Mother's day. I did it with Animoto - it really is as easy as they say it is...really. Try it, you will thank me. If you already saw my video on Facebook, this is the same one.

Little Harrison turned two this weekend. Our outdoor party was rained out but we had fun inside. Thank goodness we didn't invite a ton of people. Hope everyone had a great weekend and has a fantastic week.

PG update - I'm off to the doctor today; it is already week 22 and this little guy (yes, boy number #3) is already a mover and shaker! Wish me luck.

Mother's day letter from Jackson

2009-05-12T17:36:00.000-07:00

"Dear Mama,

Thank you for all our wonderful things. Thank you for all you give us. Thanks for everything we need and everything you do. Thank you for having us and letting us go to school. I like when you take us to get ice cream and when you let me have movie nights. My mama, I like her and she looks beautiful. I like to give you cards. Thanks for Halloween. Your heart and eyes look pretty. That's it. Don't write that's it. I said don't write that."

Jackson's 5th Fiesta

2009-04-13T19:11:00.000-07:00

Here are some old pictures of Jackson's b-day party. Don't you just love the "5" shirt? He had a great day and lots of fun. We rode bikes, played with bubbles, did tattoos, climbed in the tree house, had cake and ice cream and hung out...pretty great day.

Funny story - whenever Jackson asks if he can marry me, I tell him "sure." I mean how long will he want to marry me? Not long, right? So, this morning he asks is if can marry me, I again say, "sure." To which he replies, " Cullum says I cant marry you. He says if I marry someone I already know, like your mom or dad, you go to jail."

Gosh, this is only Pre-K and he is learning these things. Sometimes you just want to keep them at home and shelter them from the world....

BTW - I am sure feeling this little baby kicking. I guess I am really pregnant.

Jackson's Birthday Gifts

2009-04-13T19:09:00.000-07:00

What to get a five year old?????

1. His very own Lava lamp to use as a big night light.

2. A Spider Man lunch box for the little super hero in your life.

3. A zip line to soar above the trees in our great backyard (kinda like Spider Man).

4. A fun scooter with an orange surf board bottom that it a little too hard to balance. (This is the gift I think he is too young for, we should have either waited till he was older or got a scooter with 3 or more wheels....oh well, live and learn.)

I'll post more pics later to show you shots of the party we had.

Easter 2009 (or a whole lotta pics)

2009-04-13T17:54:00.001-07:00

Easter this year was spent at my mom's house, it is a family tradition. The weather was a little cold but things were still fun. Shaun was struck with a stomach virus so it was me and the boys most of the time. Here is Jackson in motion with his Easter basket.

Harrison couldn't get the concept that you should get all the eggs you can and put them in a basket. He just keep stopping to eat. Probably knew his brother might steal his candy...smart kid.

Finding a candy filled egg is pretty exciting.

Then my dad was nice enough to heat up the whole pool and hot tub. And being great grandparents, they both got in with the kids so I could eat my strawberry shortcake in peace and quiet. Harrison is trying to figure out if he should risk it and jump to my dad. Again, he is a smart kid.

Oops, out of order pic, but who can resist a chubby hand (not mine) and a dinosaur Easter egg.

Another out of order picture (I won't quit my day job to become a professional blogger, don't worry.) Jackson enjoys finding the Spiderman eggs.

Jackson hasn't been in the water in at least 6 months and within 10 minutes it all came back to him. He really is a "fish out of water."

Jackson has mastered the jump from the side move...no fear here.

Candy, pool, grandparents, 3 home days, Easter egg hunt; I think this face says fun was had by all.

I will try to update you guys soon on Jackson's 5th birthday party and some other great pics that have been sitting on the camera. Oh, and baby number 3 is fine too.

Hello Baby!!

2009-04-03T13:46:00.000-07:00

Look who stopped by and waved hello - it is our little number #3. I am 15 weeks pregnant - wish us luck!

Wanted to share....

2009-03-27T10:42:00.000-07:00

Here are some old pics just because I dont like to post without a picture of something

I wanted to share big news with you but uploading on Blogger just doesn't seem to be working right now. I can't upload the video or pictures I hoped to attach.

So, does anyone want to guess what the big news might be? Okay, would you like some choices?

Dawn's big news is

a) Jackson is turning 5 years old this weekend

b) A third baby is on the way

c) We are getting a good size tax refund

d) Dawn "lost it" and went a little crazy one day

e) All of the above

Have a great weekend and sorry about the long time in between posts, it is just that blogger is really frustrating me lately, and ya'll are paying the price.

Harrison wants to drive

2009-03-18T13:00:00.000-07:00

I forgot about this stage. You know, where the kids are fascinated by the car. Here is Harrison enjoying being in the drivers seat.

We are trying to get back into the swing of things after a great spring break. The transition back after a lot of "home days" is always tough. But last night I was in bed by 7:40 pm and watched the Biggest Loser and my recorded Celebrity Apprentice (yes, I like some reality TV) until 10:00 pm. It was quiet, pure joy. No kids waking me up last night, so I was at the gym this AM by 5:30 am.

And I got a Starbucks today...looks like the start to a great work day. I wish each of you the same.

Why I am scared of facebook

2009-03-14T20:05:00.000-07:00

If you have tried to add me to facebook and I have not replied, this is why....I am scared. Plus it still kind of confuses me and I am afraid I am going to make a fool of myself in front of everyone.

I love this kid!

2009-02-24T07:18:00.000-08:00

Is this "the shot" or what? I am pretty proud of myself. I am taking this picture flat on my back holding Harrison up with my feet and tickling him with one hand (camera in the other) - impressive, huh?
He is now really talking...kind of putting together little two word sentences..."Come, mama." " Thank you, Mama." Where's YaYa?" It is so cute, he calls Jackson "YaYa." He is so happy all the time and fun to be around. He and Jackson are even playing together a little without me being paranoid that Harrison is going to be hurt. I have the feeling that this little guy is going to have no problems defending himself.

Family Portraits

2009-02-16T14:48:00.000-08:00

Jackson drew these pictures on the inside of cardboard box a while back. The first picture is of Shaun, Harrison and I. The second is of Jackson alone. When I told him that I wanted to take a picture of them to put on the computer, he said, "Let me warn you. I made us naked." My first born is a character.

Things have been super busy around here. And I have been super tired. Not only am I rarely on the computer, I am rarely taking pictures. If I have to choose between sleep and blogging, sleep wins. Let's just say, sleep wins over anything these days. So, the posts will be further apart and the pictures less interesting, but that does not mean that life here is any less exciting.

I heard Brene (http://www.brenebrown.com/) speak today. She talked about the ordinary moments in our lives. It made me think of those moments in my life. The moments where I am trying to do my make-up with a kid in my lap, the water on the floor moments while they splash in the bath, the "sit in your chair" moments during dinner and the reading books moments. Those are what life is made of. They are also what makes me so tired and probably what I will miss most as the boys grow up. Treasure the ordinary moments in your life.

BTW - if there are any budding Art Therapists out there....please don't tell me that I have already screwed Jackson up. I have to believe that I am off to a good start. And he must have pretty good self esteem if he gets a whole side of the box to himself.

Sorry about the wierd "centering" of the typing, I couldnt figure out how to delete it and I need to get going.

These two were not around today

2009-01-26T18:06:00.000-08:00

You did not see these two today. Maybe there were brief (like two) moments but otherwise this kid was miserable. You know, a miserable kid pretty much the whole evening. What is up with those nights?

Things he cried about: school is boring, didnt want mama to leave him at school, a splinter, spilled drink, no drink, spilled ice cream, cold after bath, hungry, too full, bath water too cold, soap in eyes, laughed at Harrison, missed daddy, couldn't make a choice, backpack was too heavy, music was too loud, Harrison was looking at him, etc.

Really, I promise I was not torturing the kid, but I sure feel like he was torturing me.

It is now 8:12 pm and both are asleep. Mama is going to bed too. Send me thoughts of a happy kid and a cleared up sinus infection.

At Last

2009-01-24T19:49:00.000-08:00

This made me cry. I am not a huge beyonce fan (in fact, I dont think I have any of her songs on my ipod) but this song and her interview made me cry happy tears. If you didnt see it, take a moment; I think it is touching.
Many, many years ago, BK (before kids), Shuan and I saw Etta James on Valentines night at the Carver center. Hearing, At Last, brought back happy memories and made me smile.

Crazy week

2009-01-17T14:26:00.001-08:00

We went from a cooking class on Saturday at Central Market to the ER Saturday night for my mom. She had emergency back surgery and was in the ICU for 4 days. It was awful. She is home now. Between that, work, wild boys and other daily drama things have been busy. Plus I cant figure out how to make my flip video into quick time so I can upload it to my blog...so I have been blog boycotting. Here are some old bath pics to make you (and me) smile. Miss you guys.

Happy New Year

2008-12-31T17:35:00.000-08:00

My 2009 Goals

Help a Stranger

Praise a Child

Light a Candle

Share my Love

Sing for Joy

Lend a Hand

Pray for Peace

Understand

May Love fill your heart in 2009

2008-12-26T07:31:00.000-08:00

Here the boys are on Christmas Eve. We had a great two days. Christmas Eve with my parents and Christmas day with Shaun's family. I will update you on more later. Happy Holidays!!

P.S. After we picked this picture and paid, the lady noticed Harrison's hair sticking up and said, "would you like to redo the picture?" No thanks - I love it!!

Dont forget this on Christmas morning

2008-12-23T06:28:00.000-08:00

After they wake up remember the below. Yes, this really is Jackson asleep.

"One of the most glorious messes in the world is the mess created in the living room on Christmas day. Don't clean it up too quickly." ~ (1919-), American writer, producer, humorist. " — Andy Rooney

The Christmas card photos you WON'T see

2008-12-18T12:26:00.000-08:00

Take 5, The happy jump. It only goes down hill from here.

Take 40, Harrsion - don't play with the pretty lights, just stare at the hay. Jackson is now giving the glazed over smile.

Take 78 - "Get this scarf off of me!"

Take 78, Jackson - "I dont care if they match, I must wear my orange shoes," qoute was stated before we left the house.

Take 92 -"You can't place these on my head and not expect me to touch them."

Take 132, The puppy is not helping.

take 178, Mom and the barn scene don't help much either.

take 222, "We are done! Can we leave now?"

We did our best for christmas cards this year. Drive 30 minutes to the small country farm. We had the red chair, the christmas lights, a scarf & hat, a new puppy, reindeer antlers, a bench, and a professional photographer. But most importantly we had a sick (runny nose) 17 month old and a just woken-up 4 1/2 year old. Those two things trump any props. If you want to see the final Christmas card picture and are not sure I've got you on my list, e-mail me at dawnfh@gmail.com to see the real deal.

How many Santas are there?

2008-12-12T19:06:00.000-08:00

We went to a little parade a few weeks ago. Usually you wait until the end for Santa. This parade was filled with Santas and Jackson never questioned it. It was the first night that Maime has ever spent the night with us too...it was nice to all get out together.

Kris Kringle

2008-12-08T07:49:00.000-08:00

We had a great day in Gruene yesterday. I love Texas weather this time of year. It is amazing. I got some other great shots, I'll need to upload later. Hope your weekend was full of some outside fun too!

You pick the caption

2008-12-01T06:58:00.000-08:00

When I saw Jackson put this on his head all I could think of was the scene from Grease, "Beauty School Dropout." What do you think is a good caption for this picture?

Happy Thanksgiving 2008

2008-11-27T18:33:00.000-08:00

Here is sweet little Harrison as our little Thanksgiving Indian. He loves this this little outfit and will show it off to everyone. This is a great age because you can tell him things, like "Go show Papa & Gaga your outfit" and he knows exactly what you are saying but doesn't really have any words to respond. I am really grateful that we have him and our stolen moments alone. He is starting to cry when we put him to bed. A new issue. It is so painful when he screams out "MAMA & DADA," tonight, when I caved after 8 minutes and went in to pick him up, he said, "tanku" (thank you) - what a heart breaker.

On the way to my parents Jackson insisted we stop to see Grampy to wish him a happy thanksgiving. It is so wonderful and innocent. As soon as we enter the cemetery he starts saying, "Hi Grampy, we're here." He wanted to leave him the note he made when Grampy first went into the hospital. He insisted on leaving it tonight. Then as we leave he says, "Bye Grampy, see you soon." It is strange how you can be happy and sad all at the same time.

Well, bye friends, see you soon. Happy Thanksgiving. Dawn

kid free

2008-11-24T15:44:00.000-08:00

I am sitting here kid free. My parents have both boys. I had these plans of organizing my house, reading the whole book Twilight, napping, a dinner and movie out, and putting up my Christmas decorations. I started with the Christmas tree. It is old and should be pre-lit. One tiny section works. Now I am paralyzed and doing nothing. Really, nothing. It started with looking up trees on line to this...nothing. I can do anything right now and I am doing this because my darn tree won't work. So, now what? I guess I kind of feel like Harrison in the above picture. Happy, really happy, but also a little afraid of what will happen next. Send me energy to get off my butt and do something.

Happy Birthday Hubby!!

2008-11-18T18:52:00.000-08:00

Hey Sweetie - I love you bunches and I am so glad you picked me to be your bride.

This is Harrison's new face for everytime I get out a camera. It just cracks the whole family up.

Since Shaun is turning the double 44 today. Here are four reasons I love him...

1. He is super cute

2. He is super funny

3. I think he still like me

and the fourth reason I love Shaun....

4. He is a very good driver and he gave me his hash browns at his birthday breakfast at Jims ...which I ate guilt free because of my weekend run.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY BABY

My family

2008-11-18T18:47:00.001-08:00

We went to a little family farm this weekend (before the marathon) to try to get some Christmas pictures. Here is a shot of all of us together. Hope you like it. I am counting the days until we are off for Thanksgiving.

I did it!!

2008-11-16T18:00:00.000-08:00

What did you do today?

Here is the list of of strange things I did today that I never do -

Got up at 4:11 am

Met Mary at Central Market at 5:45 am

Rode a Via bus

Peed in a port a potty

Began a 1/2 marathon

Ran 6.8 miles to see my family

Hugged my boys and then left them at mile 6.8

Ran until mile 10ish when the knee and calf started bothering me

Ran/walked the last 2.5 miles

Ran .6 miles to finish line

Finished a 1/2 marathon

Threw up in a trash can in front of 40 people

Rode a school bus back to my car

Took a bath, nap and still had to go to HEB

Hope your day/weekend was equally eventful.

It is not surprising that I finished this race, it is surprising that I had the courage to start.

Soccer or...

2008-11-14T07:20:00.000-08:00

When I first saw this picture. I thought - look at Jackson. Look how he just kicked the ball and what a great action shot this was. Then I enlarged the picture (you should too) and looked again. On second glance it made me laugh out loud. Who does he look like? He looks like he is doing the Ed Grimley dance (from SNL, with Martin Short, in the 90's). I mean it is crazy funny right. Cute kid either way. Okay, so I'm going to put this out in the universe.I have been hesitant to mention it, as I don't want to jinx anything. I am doing the 1/2 marathon this weekend. I will finish, I will have fun, and I will survive. Maybe I'll even do the above dance when I am done. Positive thoughts, positive thoughts, positive thoughts...

Halloween Update

2008-11-08T19:30:00.000-08:00

What a great day we had on Halloween. Shaun and I took the day off from work to get massages, take naps and go to Jackson's Halloween party at school. That afternoon it was pictures out in front of the house. The evening was spent at a friend's house. We got some late tricksters (about 9:30 pm) which Jackson invited into the house to pick out their candy. I was getting ready for bed and Shaun did not hear the door, but friendly Jackson was so helpful....thankfully the kids (strangers) were too nervous to enter our house. Disaster avoided.

Tomorrow is Harrison's baptism. We sure will miss Max being there. Keep us in your thoughts and thank you to everyone who has sent Shaun (and I) such nice cards.

Brene Brown is coming to town

2008-11-03T12:15:00.000-08:00

If you live in San Antonio, make plans to attend this lecture. You will not regret it. She is a great speaker and it is free. No matter the age of your children, you will find her informative and inspirational.

It is open to the public, so bring a friend.
Check out her blog at http://ordinarycourage.squarespace.com/
See you Wednesday.

update

2008-10-27T07:59:00.000-07:00

Maime was released late Saturday from the hospital. She is okay, under the circumstances.

Here are the arrangements for Max -
Viewing, Wednesday Oct 29th from 5 - 9 pm
Funeral, Thursday, Oct 30th at 10:00 am
Both will be at Maimie and Max's church, Chapel Hill UMC
Burial will be at Fort Sam Houston, Thursday at 11:30 am

Thanks to everyone for all your love and support. It means the world to us.

Max Hedgepeth

2008-10-25T08:01:00.000-07:00

Just one year ago, here we are celebrating fall. Max was so worried about Harrison and didnt want him to get too cold in the pumpkin. But he laughed just like the rest of us.

Max and Maimie celebrating thier 50 year wedding anniversary. Still in love.

Max at Jackson's baptism. We are supposed to baptise Harrison in two weeks...that and the holidays will be very difficult without Max.

Our dear Max had a massive stroke on Wednesday night. By Thursday morning he was on a ventalator. Things got super tough then. Thursday evening at about 10 pm, Maimie's heart broke and she had a heart attack in the room with Max. For the rest of that night we were all going between two rooms until we could get them a hospital room together. I felt like I was in a scene from the movie, The Notebook. The wonderful nurses pushed their two hospital beds together and Maime was holding her husband's hand of 51 years when he passed away. It was gut wrenching and heart breaking. Maimie is still in the hospital and we are unsure when she will be released. She can't pass the stress test (who could under this kind of stress) and until then we really cant begin to make plans for Max. Please keep us in your thoughts.

Let me tell you about Max.

Max was a man who was forever predictable. You could always count on his stories (you know the ones you've heard a 1000 times, and yet you laugh again & again) - he was really loved.

I wish right now Shaun, Jackson, Harrison and I could just "Hug his neck." - Something he always asked for as our visits ended. Well, this visit ended way too soon.

pick me up

2008-10-21T18:16:00.000-07:00

This is what I see when I look down and Harrison wants me to pick him up. Cute huh?

But it is also how I feel lately. I've got these re-occurring ailments that make me feel 90 years old (I just have to ask my grandma). Oh, and work has been super, super hard. I'm good at what I do, but that doesn't make it any less hard.

So, in honor of Harrison and I, give yourself a good cry...that is, until someone is nice enough to"pick you up."

Pumpkin Patch

2008-10-16T18:18:00.000-07:00

Where have I been you ask?

Hum, let me see...work, HEB, graduate school, diaper changes, books, soccer practice, running, little sleep and then I do it all again next week.

But, today we managed to get to the pumpkin patch. Here is sweet Harrison enjoying fall. And another picture of his brother attempting to torture him. I was so hoping for "the shot" of them together. No luck.

Happy Fall!

Your gonna glue my eye??

2008-09-22T18:59:00.000-07:00

What a day. By 7:45 am today I had blood on my shirt and my face from this guy. Seems as we were walking into school and me telling him to "hurry" he somehow walked into a

door frame. Luckily we have a fab doctor who was able to "glue" Jackson's eye brow back together before 9:00 am. He didnt want to go to school, so he got to spend the day with GaGa.

What a way to start your week.

Happy Monday!

Two Cuties

2008-09-21T13:25:00.000-07:00

It is pretty impossible to get both kids smiling at the same time. Here they are both smiling (my wish) but I forgot to add that to that wish that they both be looking at the camera. Oh well.

We had an exciting weekend. Jackson's first soccer game, a pool party, my 20th reunion and the circus. Last week was busy too - I got to see Brene on Friday and celebrate Cheryl's birthday (which I forgot) on Thursday and have Stephanie come over on Tuesday of last week while the boys were in Karate. I am lucky to have my boys and all my important girl friends.

A special thanks to Jenny who made last night so much fun. I may tell you more later. But this is Sunday, so clothes need to be washed and dishes put away. It is not all fun, but it is all worth it.

Where have I been?

2008-09-20T14:53:00.000-07:00

I don't seem to be posting lately. Harrison has hid my card reader so I can upload any pictures. I started my graduate class and work is kicking my butt. But I do miss posting and keeping everyone up on my life. So, imagine how happy I was to see this post. It has pictures of edible Harrison and sweet Emily. Yvette is Emily's mom and oh how I wish she was here tonight for the reunion....I let you know how it goes.