prince or princess

Adam runs around like a little fairy sometimes.  So I mentioned we had a princess dress for him.  :)  Karlee helped him get dressed and he was super excited to have a princess hat. 

I think Adam needs a little sister to help him play dress up.  I'm hopeful...

McKinzie is due mid December.  YAY!!!  I'm ready for a little baby around here. 

5k

Saturday I ran my second 5k!  This picture was taken after the race at Carson's baseball game.  I was excited as I finished as I noticed the race time was less than my last race.  I've been anxious to find out my exact time.  It was 30:25.3!  Almost 2 1/2 minutes faster than my first 5k.  I came in 10th in my age and 232nd overall.  The most exciting part was my pace was 9:47 mile.  WAHOO!!!

I'm considering doing a 10k in September.  I'm currently running 5 miles three times a week.  I enjoy running.  Although Texas summers make it tough to stay committed.

all worn out

Today after school Carson went upstairs to put his books away.  About an hour later I hadn't heard anything so I was concerned he was asleep. 


This is how I found him.  Poor guy.  A few late nights and school all day really wears him out.  Good thing tomorrow is our last day.  Wahoo!!!

school musical

Karlee was involved in the musical this year.  They did Flat Stanley.  They all did a great job.  She was a bird, and a Hollywood producer.  She did great!!  The scene as the producer had some tricky dance moves.  She had a solo part is this scene also and WOW!  I already knew she could sing and dance but I was super impressed.  She was loving it.  She's already signed up to take theatre next year as a Freshman. 

Way to go Karlee!! You have some amazing talents!!

birthday boy

Life is too busy when it takes almost a week to update a birthday.  Unfortunately this might be the case for Mason's birthdays.  The end of May is always super crazy with end of school activities.

Mason has been asking for a Kindle Fire since January.  In fact he wanted one so bad he told me he wanted to sell his DSiXL so he could buy one.  At the end of April he was super serious about selling his DSi so I put is on Craigslist with a couple of games.  We actually had someone interested.  But it fell through.  Which was OK with me.  :)

Brian and I decided to give him one for his birthday.  He LOVES it!!  He also received an Amazon gift card, a VISA gift card, and two gift cards for an online game he plays with his friend.  He couldn't be any happier.  

Am I second guessing the Kindle?  No, I just need to get control.  He has downloaded maybe 18 games, free. Bought one spider man game and one book.  When I ask him to practice the piano or help in the kitchen he wants to get angry.  Then he remembers I can take the Kindle at any time.  So he quickly becomes obedient.  Oh the power I have.  ;-)

Friday Nathan came over for a sleepover for Mason's birthday.  We went to see Avengers!!  Loved it!! Loved everything about it.  We could go again.  Then the boys swam and ate poolside. :) 

  

last game

These pictures are from over a week ago.  I love that I was able to see his expression on his face.  I love my camera!!

Geoff was throwing water on Adam and he was loving every second of it.  :D

more awards

I was very excited to go to Carson's Kindergarten graduation.  They sang two super cute songs.  I was surprised, as I was listening, I started to get choked up.  I'm a little sad that my baby is growing up. 

 Carson was surprised that Brian was able to be there. It was very sweet to watch as Carson read his book he made to him.  :)

Mrs. Jester has been a great teacher.  Mason has really enjoyed being in her class.  He's made many new friends this year.  He ended the year on the AB Honor Roll.  Way to go Mason!!

field day

Carson's field day was Monday.  We ended up having great weather.  Not too hot either.  The kids moved around to 15 stations, but this water game was their favorite.

Jaxson, Ella, Brianna, Matthew, and Carson.  We had a super easy group of kids.  :)

Carson's class won the first tug of war against Mrs. Gerald.  Then they lost against Mrs. Carrol.

Mason's field day was this morning. I really lucked out having both AM field days. 

 The water game was also the 4th graders favorite.  :D

His class didn't win any of the relays, but they kicked butt on the tug of war.  After they won against the first class they gathered all around then turned and growled at the other classes.  It was great!!

They competed against three more teams and won! 

WAHOO!!!

double digits

It's hard to believe that Mason is 10 years old today.  He's always been my little buddy.  As a toddler he would stay close, very close, by my side.  I never had to worry about him wondering off, or hiding in a store.  :)

I love that he'll still hold my hand.  On his field trip a few weeks ago he would grab my hand and walk with me.  It melted my heart.

He's very sensitive.  I know that some people don't think that's a good thing, but I would rather this than someone too tough to listen to his heart. 

Many, many months ago at recess the boys he was playing with wouldn't include another boy.  Mason noticed and told the rest of the boys that he should be able to play too.  They wouldn't let him, so Mason chose to sit out of the game with this boy.  I'll never know if this made a difference for the other boy.  But I know Mason made a difference.  He is aware how people are treated and tries to be fair.

I love you Mason!!! I hope you have a super great day!!

awards

Last night was the awards ceremony for the 8th graders.  Karlee earned many awards, which was not a surprise. 

• Outstanding Participation in UIL Spelling
• Most Improved in Treble Choir
• Outstanding Participation in UIL One Act Play
• Outstanding Participation in UIL Oral Reading
• President's Academic Excellence Award
• Principal's Award

She also received a plaque for having straight "A's" all year.  The surprise was when she received a trophy, along with seven other students, for earning straight "A's" for 6th, 7th, and 8th grade.  She has worked very hard.  Way to go Karlee!!