Carson's Rodeo Parade!

My little cowboy sang and danced his little heart out this morning at his rodeo parade! It was so fun to watch, especially after each song, when he checked to make sure I was watching. I love him!

Brady Starts Kindergarten

I really couldn't think of a fancier way to title this post. My baby is going to Kindergarten and I am a mess! I cried a whole bunch tonight, and I'm hoping that I will be OK tomorrow. It's just amazing how protective I feel...I want everyone to love him as much as I do, and I don't want anyone to ever be mean to him. Plus, I want to keep and eye on him to be sure that he's making good decisions! This new territory is hard, and while my brain knows that I will get involved in his new school and he will be really happy there, by heart is feeling like I'm just not ready! The bottom line is that Brady is ready, so we just have to get through these first few days and all will be OK. Sigh.

P.S. I added some other pictures of what the boys have been doing on their last few days of summer. Happy they were to dress up like Master Yoda and Luke Skywalker!

Carson's First Day of School!

After A "last hurrah" at the cupcake store, it was back-to-school for Brady, and the start of Children's-Day-Out for Carson. Brady was an old pro on his first day. As we got to the door of his classroom, he spotted 2 of his buddies, and ran into the room without a backwards glance. I didn't even get a smooch. Oh well, I'm glad he's happy!

I expected Carson to cry a little and maybe cling to me. Instead, he carried his own nap mat proudly and put it in his spot. At the door, he looked slightly skeptical, but went into his classroom without hesitating or crying, and apparently never cried all day. When I picked him up, his teacher told me that he was a happy guy, and he was smiling from ear to ear. He even told Jeremy later about a song he learned during music class. My baby...!

Rodeo Video

I think that we all know my true feelings about the Texas culture, but even I got into the festivities. Don't mock me...I guarentee you would have been busting out in a line dance, too.

Shout "Yeehaw" to God

Sometimes, I just have days when I realize how much fun it is to be a parent. On Friday, the day of Brady's school rodeo parade, I had one of those days. Not only did I get to hear my child shout Yeehaw to God, I also got see him attempt to dance to country music and complete dance moves a mere 10 seconds after the teachers. It was adorable, funny, and I can't wait for next years!

By the way, Carson loves Brady's soccer shin guards.

Our Travels Begin!

Before we began our holiday traveling, we took a weekend trip to San Antonio, where my mom was attending an exciting social work conference. Luckily, we managed to pull her away from all of the lecturers for a few hours, and she was able to join us at the children's museum, and a few other sights around town.

I also threw a picture of Brady's school feast in there...how cute! Of course, stoic Brady didn't bother to sing or do the hand motions to the songs, but he was happy to snack on the Rice Krispie treats...which leads me to ask the question: Did the pilgrims make marshmallows, or the Native Americans?

Some "Catch-up" Shots

Just a little update on the boys: Brady started school a few weeks ago and LOVES it. He walks in like he could care less about what his mama is doing all day. He is bringing home the cutest artwork, and already learning new letters and numbers. Carson has gotten 2 new "chicklets" as seen in the top picture. He is using them to eat things that babies just really shouldn't eat. He is also planning on joining the circus with his mad skills in roll-balancing, as shown in the bottom 2 pictures...he is carefully balancing a dinner roll on his shoulder while going about his business nonchalantly. Quite impressive, really.

As always, we are very proud of our boys!

And I Do My Little Turn on the Catwalk

Please enjoy some picture day eye candy of our handsome little man. Sure it was 85 degrees here, but this total professional carried off the fall look without so much as a sweat bead. Stay tuned for pics from the actual school photo shoot!

Brady Goes to Preschool...

I dropped Brady off at Atascosita Montessori School for the first time this morning. He was initially excited to go. He remembered visiting and playing on the playground. But, when it was time for me to leave, he started making a pouty face...like he didn't want to cry, but she just couldn't help himself. His little lip curled down, and he buried his face in my leg. So, I had to be strong, and sit him next to another little boy in the circle, then turn and leave. Just as I got to the door, I heard the loud outburst of crying. It broke my heart. I almost just grabbed him and ran, but I know it's going to be really good for him to be around other children and learning new things. It was so strange to get my grocery shopping finished in under 2 hours! I will be picking him up around 2, and if he is traumatized, this may be the last day of preschool, too!

Sorry no pictures, our new computer is not my best friend right now.