New EVERYTHING

So, this might be a long post due to the fact that, I haven't blogged in almost 2 months. I definitely feel like its time to start over, and start fresh. We have had so many changed happen in the last 2 months, and its been a whirlwind of a ride so far. 

First off, Calebs Kinder year ended great. He got to graduate, cap, gown and all. He got to leave from school that day with his sister, and his Grandparents to go to Sea world :) This time with their cousin Wesley 

This summer was a great one. Sarah went to her 6 weeks of Mother's Day Out, while Caleb has a few VBS's he went to this summer.

We Swam, Went to the Gym, Went to the "Pup-Cake" Store (Cupcake Boutique) on Fridays' as our tradition.

Lots of trips to the park, eating with dad when we could and always the occasional trip to our "favorite store" Target. :)

Before summer, I had applied for several jobs at Calebs School in hopes to get at least an interview. I had already had a job for the fall lined up just in case. I wasn't thinking that anything would become of the jobs that I had applied for.

Well, around June was when I got a phone call. One that the principal had made to me asking if I would like to interview for a secretaries position. Well, I had graciously declined. I had another job obligation to fulfill, so I had told her.

I was so bummed that night, because what I really wanted to say..YES, YES YES!

I guess it was two days later I was working out at the gym and a friend of mine called and asked if the principal had called me about a job. Weird? This friend had gotten a teacher's position at the same school.

Well, she then proceeded to tell me how she felt I needed to be at TLCA too. Basically saying "what are you crazy?! Call her back NOW" :)

So, I call her back and I set up an interview with her for not one but TWO different position with the principal.

Thinking I wouldn't get a call back for an interview time till the next week, I put it in the back of my mind.

I get called in for an interview the NEXT DAY!! Ahhh... 

Well, everything went well, and I ended up interviewing for both jobs in the same meeting.

I got another call the next week, asking me to accept the job. Yes, I'm not a SAHM anymore.

Its sad but that chapter in my life is over I think. I'm working full time now at Caleb's School as a 

Teacher's Aide for all of 1st grade and some of 2nd grade. :)

Very exciting.

April 4, 2010 - Easter

1 Mr. Incredible + 2 Great kids

= My Life ♥

We had a really great Sunday with an Easter Egg hunt @ the church and a fabulous lunch afterwards. 

Church Potlucks are the best! 

Sarah and Caleb both hit the jackpot with the eggs. 

So much so that their baskets were overflowing.

It was such a great day! Very fun and relaxing!

  

Robs sister came from Abilene too. So that Wesley Could hunt too!

We are always glad to see them when they are in town.

All The cousins together. (Caleb-5, Wesley-15mth., Sarah-18mth.,& Hudson-6wks)

Mr. Mom

I have really been running through myself since last Monday. With Calebs 5th birthday, then planning a friends baby shower, I'm down right spent!

 

The shower was last night and Robert got to be Mr. Mom, with supper, playtime and baths for the kids. No one was bleeding or crying when I got home, so all was good. I love that he lets me take off when I want to help out others, or when I just need to get away with my girlies..:D Love you babe!

Calebs 5th Birthday Part2

Here are some pics and video of Calebs 5th birthday bash!!

Sorry for the quality of the pictures, blame You TUbe.:D

Calebs 5th Birthday Part1

Caleb, We love you! Happy 5th Birthday!

Caleb had a great birthday on Saturday. Despite the rain, so many friends and family came to wish him a wonderful birthday.
I think we counted 35+ people in attendance.
Wow, what a blessing!
Robert grilled hot dogs, Caleb said an awesome prayer to bless the food.
We had plenty of friendly fellowship with friends from church, playgroups, etc.
Thank you all who attended and was able to carve a little time out of your
day for our Awesome Little Man.
I will post pics as well, of Saturdays festivities!

1 Fish, 2 Fish?!...

Well, the church picnic went off without a hitch.

Lots of friends, Lots of family! Lots of Food & Water Activity.
However....

..Caleb was not feelin' it!

• No Way he wanted to be in that water with his life jacket.
  
• No Way he wanted to be in the deep end with daddy. (Screamed the whole time.)
• No Way he was going to even SIT in the baby pool
  

But of course he wanted his "flippers"

We were in the baby pool playing and Sarah was like a fish in the water. Loving her little life jacket and even laying back in the water floating with her feet crossed! Little Daredevil, she is! No, Not Scared!
Very happy, but very cold.

Thought I would post a few pics. Hope yesterday was great, and you were all as blessed as we were!

Good Times.

MOM Turned Upside Down Spells WOW!

~Caleb 4 years~

~Sarah 7 months~

What a great day!
Never had such a better day.
I woke up to have breakfast in bed thanks to my spectacular husband. Yum! Blueberry Pankcakes ;)
Cuddling with both the babies in bed. How fun to tickle and laugh so early all snug in the covers.
We had a great church service with our family and friends.
After church we went home. Caleb and Robert set out to get lunch for us. (*Rob was Cooking*)
Armed with takeout they returned a little after I woke up from a much needed/desired nap.
We had a picnic on the Living Room Floor and watched a movie.
Then we had more great activities planned this afternoon as a family.
Then we ended the day by having dinner with Robs Mom at a Local Steakhouse.

I didn't get to spend today with my mother, but I was lucky to last Sunday on her birthday!
I called her tonight and it felt wonderful to know that it was her best Birthday/Mothers Day Yet!
I'm so blessed to have such a loving, forgiving, generous, caring mother! I love you!

MOM Turned Upside Down Spells WOW! Is it Any Wonder?!
Moms do so much, for so many with
such a thankless and generous heart!
To all the mothers that I love and adore. To all the First Time, Future and FULL TIME Mothers Out there.
Happy Mothers Day.

Its a beautiful day!

It was a beautiful day for a change in San Angelo, Texas for the first time in a long time on Easter Sunday. (usually rainy, cold and just plain gross!)

We had a little rain last night, however that didn't stop the sun from coming out this morning.
Everyone was dressed to the "T" for church. And I was so PROUD of my BOYZ in their dress shirts, slacks and ties. Very Handsome!
Caleb woke up ready for the Easter Egg Hunt At our Church. He came to the house and dropped off some Wow Wow Wubzy puzzles and Oreo Cakesters...Calebs Favorite! ;)

Then He Came to church via MiMi with ANOTHER gift and his Easter Basket for the egg hunt.
Very Awesome, So Caleb Said. LOL.

Aunt B and Uncle G. Visited with Cousin Wesley. Both Girls were BEAUTIFUL in their Easter Dresses.

We had special music with both Daddy (As Jesus) and Caleb in the production.
Daddy Also Did 3 Baptisms this morning as well. Momma was VERY Proud watching while holding Sarah! They both did great.

We also had a HUGE potluck at church with all the fixins'
Although the ground was too wet, we still had our Annual Easter Egg Hunt INSIDE and there were eggs and candy EVERYWHERE?!!? While the bigger kids were picking up all the candy that had FALLEN OUT OF the EGGS, Caleb was more concerned with obtaining all of the EMPTY eggs in his basket. Gotta Love it!

After all was said and done Caleb walked away with TONS of Empty Eggs and Candy. :)

We went over to MIMI and PAPAs for the girls Easter Baskets filled with little rompers, toys, teethers and miscellaneous baby items. The "Easter BUNNY" Did a great job this year!
Kids made out like BANDITS!


Later on that afternoon we all had naps and went over to M/P's for Hamburgers, Chips and Brownies (YUMMO!) while watching the very entertaining new movie "Bedtime Stories" Starring Adam Sandler. Haven't Seen it?! Got GET IT. You'll be glad you did!

So. Hope everyone had a great RESURRECTION day AND Happy Easter.

Love YA'LL!

Random Bliss

This might have to go into the Guiness Book of World Records. As the oldest little boy to get dressed on his own. That's right. Caleb Picked out his clothes, (matching ones and all!) underwear, shoes and socks all by himself! AND dressed himself yesterday. We were so very proud. ....baby steps! That, and getting him to believe that HE CAN DO IT!

....and of course, I had to blog it!!!

Sorry, no pictures today! Love to all, and have a great weekend!~H

Special Guest Blogger: Baby Wesley

This is Wesley, My Niece. She Turned 3 months this week. We love her very much and couldn't be happier to have her in our lives. Growing up faster than we'd like. Yet, growing more gorgeous everyday. I usually blog about my own children, but couldn't resist putting this cutie's picture up!
She's definitely not the one blogging, but she's definitely worth blogging about.
Soooo...this is a shout out to Wesley.....Love you sweetie! Happy 3 months

Hugs and Kisses~Aunt Hols

Happy Birthday Ms. Brooks!

(Eldest and Youngest)
Ms. Brooks 100
Sarah (5 1/2 months)

Today we celebrated a very special milestone. The eldest member of our church turned 100 years old today!! We were so excited the share this special and exciting day with Ms. Brooks. There a big party in her honor @ the church. Also, we were blessed to get a picture of the two together! I have a picture of Caleb when he was 6 weeks old (Easter of 05) with her holding Caleb. Now we're double blessed to have one of our Sarah.

Blessings~Hollie