Sunday, September 30, 2012

Will at 4 Months

While we were spending a couple days at the Hollons celebrating James’ 2nd birthday we also enjoyed the time we had with little Will.   He just hung out on whatever lap was available.

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Will is a sweet, content, smiley boy.  We are thankful and blessed to have him in our family.  It is so fun to watch Will grow and change from month to month.

Friday, September 28, 2012

James’ 2nd Birthday

The first two years of James’ life have just flown by and he has grown into a very sweet 2 year old Superman!

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We took pictures with Will, Mommy and Daddy.

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He loved his cupcakes, cookies and Elmo decorations.

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He played in the pool with his cousins and friends.

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Had lunch at his picnic table.

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We sang “Happy Birthday” and he blew out his candles.

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And he loved all his gifts.  It was the perfect 2 year old birthday for James, surrounded by family and few close friends…..he loved every minute.

Wednesday, September 26, 2012

Happy Birthday Mark!

A quick post to say Happy Birthday to our son-in-law Mark.

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A recent pic of Shauna and Mark.  Hope you have a special day and a wonderful time on your trip to LA.  Love you!

Tuesday, September 25, 2012

Ice Cream Social

Our “GIFT” Sunday school class enjoyed an ice cream social at our house a couple of weeks ago.  We had a good turnout, yummy ice cream sundaes and great fellowship.  Following are some photos of the fun.

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We are planning monthly socials so Steve and I are looking forward to spending more fellowship time with this great group of Christian brothers and sisters.

Friday, September 14, 2012

Gameday in Aggieland

Last Saturday was the SEC football opener for the Aggies.  ESPN Gameday was broadcast from campus that day as well.  The opponent was Florida and the Aggies had their hands full.  We came up on the short end of the score, 20-17, but Steve and I enjoyed the beautiful weather and the game was a good one.

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The stands are filling up and the team and crowd are singing “The Spirit of Aggieland”.  Traditions.

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The flyover.

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Full stadium waving their white spirit towels.

And the Fighting Texas Aggie Band performed at halftime.

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Steve and I are excited for the rest of the season.  Whatever the score we really enjoy the games.

Wednesday, September 12, 2012

Family, Bocce Ball and Iowa Farm

The last evening we were in Iowa was spent with family on the Crouse family farm playing bocce ball.

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Matt, Jason, Roscoe and Steve.

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Jason, Matt, Steve and Bart.

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Jason and Roscoe contemplating a throw.

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Matt and Diane

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Kayla with the little girls playing with a cat behind her.

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Roscoe

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Kaitlyn and Kristyn were chasing the cats.

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Donna and Kristyn

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Kristyn (love the curly hair!)

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Steve and his Mom.

It was a short trip to Iowa but we had a great time.  I did see my brother, Jan and my niece and her family and unfortunately didn’t take any photos.  I used to carry my camera everywhere but now I need to remember to use my iphone when I don’t have my camera.  We are so thankful for our family in Iowa.