Kiley's Baptism

Michael and I had the honor of attending our good friend's daughter's baptism. Lacey and Mikey invited us to join them for Sunday Mass (Michael is Catholic) and then we witnessed Kiley's baptism. Kiley did such a good job and she did not cry once, not even when the water got in her eyes. Afterwards, we all headed over to Mikey and Lacey's house for some food and drinks. Lacey, her mom and her grandmother really outdid themselves. Everything was wonderful! Thank you for letting us be small part of Kiley's special day.

May the Lord give His angels charge over you, to guide you in all your ways. Psalm 91:11

Kiley & her godparents

This the same gown Kiley's mom (Lacey) was baptized in.

Lacey's grandmother made the gown.

Kiley being baptized.

Lacey, Kiley and Mikey

Tamra, Lacey, Kiley, Courtney & Shawna

Courtney and Kiley in her "party" outfit.

Tamra & Kiley

What a princess!

The girls!

Tiki Party

Our good friend, Courtney, recently celebrated her birthday with a Tiki Party! Courtney definitley outdid herself on all the decorations, food and drinks. Thank you for letting us be a part of your special day Courtney and thank you to KC for hosting at her house! Everyone had a great time and the proof is in the slideshow below. Enjoy!

Note: For some reason, some of the pics in the slideshow are repeating themselves and others are not showing up at all. I'll work on fixing the problem tonight...

Like Mike, If I Could Be Like Mike...

It's been too long since I've posted any pictures of my adorable niece Lexi. Michael and I didn't get to see her for Easter in Austin and her mom (Amy) just sent a bunch of new pictures out. It makes me realize that she is growing up so fast and we are missing it! We can't wait to see her in Houston in a few weeks.

I found some pictures that I think show the traits Lexi and her Uncle Mike share...

Both are handy...

...and like to build things.

Both have teeth and make funny faces!

Both know how to change a tire...

Both can put things together or maybe they just take things apart...

Both play basketball...

...and both love watermelon.

We can't wait to see you soon Lexi! We love you!!

Spring is in Full Bloom

Look what I found after I returned home from Gray, TN. Spring is definitely in full bloom! The rose bushes in the front yard have really filled out and add so much color!

Rose Bush

Close up

Easter Saturday?

I've been slacking on the blog updates lately, but I have a really great excuse. I'm currently in Gray, TN working at a client site and I've been here for two weeks now working extremely long hours. I actually flew out on Easter Sunday, so after inviting my family over for dinner and realizing that wasn't going to work with a noon departure, we "officially" moved Easter Sunday to Easter Saturday. Thanks Mom, Dad, Jared, Alicia and Michael for being so understanding!!

My Mom and I got together at the house about three hours early and started cooking and setting the table. Michael and Dad enjoyed the Masters on TV while Jared and Alicia checked out a few of the stores at the Allen Outlet Mall. The menu included: brown sugar glazed ham, cheddar mashed potatoes, green bean casserole, pea salad, brown sugar glazed carrots, deviled eggs and crescent rolls. What a spread! It wouldn't be complete without some great white wine too.

After dinner, we did an Easter egg hunt inside the house. A HUGE thank you to Jared and Alicia for bringing all of the eggs and filling them with yummy candy. For round 1, Mom and I hid the eggs upstairs and Michael, Alicia and Jared did the hunting. It was civil and tame. I think Michael was the winner of round 1. For round 2, Michael, Mom and Dad hid the eggs upstairs and Alicia, Jared and I did the hunting. It was brutal and nasty and street-like! (but so much fun and no one was hurt.) Alicia was the clear winner of round 2. Thank you for the laughs and the bruises!

Happy Easter to you and your family. I hope you enjoyed it as much as we did.

Table set for dinner. I finally got to use the wedding china for the 2nd time!

Aren't the flowers gorgeous?

Tamra working on the brown sugar glazed carrots

Shasha (Alicia's dog on the left), Max (in the middle)

and Sassy (Parent's dog on the right)
AKA: New best friends

This was so funny!

Max would not leave this area while my Dad was cutting the ham.

Mom and Dad did ALL the dishes! Thank you!

Round 1: Michael, Alicia & Jared

Round 2: Alicia, Jared, & Tamra

You can see Dad getting out of the way...

The loot!

P.S: Blog redesign coming soon!

Big News!

Ok, so I have some news to share...click here to find out more! It is not a 100% done deal, but it a huge step in the right direction. Please continue to keep Michael and I in your prayers as we move towards the contract signing!

(Please let me know if the link does not work and I will repost the information...)

Brynn turns 1!

Our neighbor and my bunko friend, Michel Ann, had us over last weekend to help celebrate her daughter, Brynn's, 1st birthday. It was a great party and a beautiful day to be outside. They had an amazing swing set that all of the kids loved playing on. I think the mini-rock climbing wall and slide were the favorites. Brynn also got some great gifts! The other kids were eager to get the presents opened and "broken in". Happy Birthday Brynn and thank you for letting us be a part of your special day!

Delicious cake!

Michel Ann (Byrnn's mom) and Brynn

Brynn enjoying her own personal cake!

Michelle, me, Michel Ann, Katie & Julie