Snow, take 1

It "snowed" in San Antonio twice last winter!  This was the first time.

Obviously, we don't really have the appropriate jackets for snow!

The trampoline iced over, and they all thought it was great.  I remember jumping on a friend's trampoline that was icy and loved it!

 Jonas was the only one with no gloves and was the first to come inside.

They had a great time and kept asking when it would happen again!

Back to School Donuts!

 To celebrate the beginning of the spring semester, Erin and I headed to Krispy Kreme for some back to school donuts!  Sometimes that holiday break feels too long and going back needs to be celebrated!  Plus, our kitchen was probably very empty...

January 2014 Conroe Trip

We've made it to 2014, y'all!  I took the kids to Conroe for a few days.  It was our first trip post-potty training, and it took 6 very loooong hours!

We made a stop at the Bluebell Factory.

 It was  a first for Lachlan and Poppy.  This was how excited they were:

 They loved their ice cream samples!

 I was so ready to be out of the car and, thankfully, Joe and Lisa brought us dinner in our condo.
We visited Grandma at her "new" house.

This girl slept SO badly while we were gone!  I'm not sure it could've been much worse: up late, up in the middle of the night, multiple bed-switches.  But at least she's beautiful when she sleeps!

 We enjoyed snack on our balcony, hikes, the playground, and a swim in the heated pool.

Mr. Jerry's house is always fun.

 These 2 are convinced these are riding toys instead of lawn ornaments!

 We didn't ride horses on this visit, but (some) enjoyed playing with the dogs.

 The kids always love the big bubble tub!

 Jabog, Lila, and Aunt Taylor came to visit and play putt putt.

 Best picture we could get of all the cousins!

 Jonas gave Lila a wild ride throught this field.

 We waited patiently for our turn at archery.  They loved it, but no pictures were taken since I was worried they'd shoot each other! Next time!

Gigi was working during this visit, but I know we got to see her and Mr. Don at least once.  Sadly, we didn't get any pictures, though.  Will have to do better next time!

New Year's Eve 2013

We (and by "we", I mean the men) thought it would be fun to do fireworks for NYE this year.  The whole thing made me nervous; so much could go wrong!

They started with those poppers that you throw on the ground.

 Then listened VERY carefully to the rules about sparklers.  Thankfully, no burns happened this time!

 Then stood back for the grand finale!

The kids loved it so I guess it was worth all my stress!

Christmas 2013

Christmas Day was spent at home this year.  We were able to celebrate with my dad's family the weekend before Christmas for the first time ever!  The kids had a blast.

Can you guess who woke first on Christmas morning?  I'll give you a hint: she's the only one dressed!

 They LOVED their new beanbags from Oma and Opa and played with them in ways I never would've imagined!

 Everyone enjoyed opening their presents and stockings.

 We celebrated Christmas lunch or dinner (I can't remember; it's been too long!) with the Torres family and the kids enjoyed a gift exchange.  Can't believe they won't be here this Christmas to celebrate with us!