Words cannot describe how much I love you, how much I miss you, and how much I would sacrifice just to see you again. You will be in my heart, forever and always!
October 22, 2011
October 17, 2011
Atlanta & J'ville
This weekend Shane and I took a quick trip to Atlanta, Georgia and Jacksonville, Alabama. Friday night we flew into ATL and spent the night. Saturday morning we headed over to the Georgia Aquarium and the World of Coca Cola. I love aquariums. There's something about fish that are so relaxing, even if they are big fish or sharks. We really enjoyed taking the time to walk around and look at everything. It is the largest aquarium in the world so we saw plenty of fish.
We grabbed a bite at this cafe outside in the gorgeous Georgia weather and then walked over to the World of Coca Cola. It was a self guided tour where you could see how Coke originated, how it's made and all of the marketing and promotions over the years. Then you go into the tasting room where you can try 65 different varieties of Coke products from all over the world (some were pretty nasty) and make your own concoction of Coke (170 different variations).
After we left there, we made the 2 hour drive to Jacksonville to see Kelsey. Saturday night we took her to dinner and watched the Rangers win the ALCS. Sunday we went to the Jacksonville State vs Murray State soccer game to see Kelsey and Erin play each other. It was a really good game that went into two overtimes and ended in a 0-0 tie. The weather was pretty nice but alittle hot. Shane and I both got some sun and I got some looks at the airport because of my sunglasses tan. After the game was over we had to hightail it back to Atlanta to catch our flight.
We felt like we were barely gone but we really enjoyed getting away for a couple of days and seeing the girls.
Georgia Aquarium
Little Jelly
Large Aquarium Wall
Octopus
We grabbed a bite at this cafe outside in the gorgeous Georgia weather and then walked over to the World of Coca Cola. It was a self guided tour where you could see how Coke originated, how it's made and all of the marketing and promotions over the years. Then you go into the tasting room where you can try 65 different varieties of Coke products from all over the world (some were pretty nasty) and make your own concoction of Coke (170 different variations).
World of Coca Cola
Coca Cola advertisements
Coca Cola art
Different Coca Cola bottles
After we left there, we made the 2 hour drive to Jacksonville to see Kelsey. Saturday night we took her to dinner and watched the Rangers win the ALCS. Sunday we went to the Jacksonville State vs Murray State soccer game to see Kelsey and Erin play each other. It was a really good game that went into two overtimes and ended in a 0-0 tie. The weather was pretty nice but alittle hot. Shane and I both got some sun and I got some looks at the airport because of my sunglasses tan. After the game was over we had to hightail it back to Atlanta to catch our flight.
Shane with Erin & Kelsey
Me with Erin and Kelsey
We felt like we were barely gone but we really enjoyed getting away for a couple of days and seeing the girls.
October 13, 2011
State Fair 2011
Shane and I try to make an annual trip to the state fair every October. We typically take a day off work and go on Senior Citizen day. It is usually less crowded aside from the few rascals you have to dodge every now and then. This year we thought we would be attending the fair solo, but were lucky enough to be joined by my parents and our friends Jackie, her daughter Olivia, Kristie and her husband Chad. Jackie, Shane and I rode the DART train down from Carrollton which was really nice. It took us straight to fair park.
Once inside, our quest for the fried foods began. We walked around for alittle bit and checked out the new cars and a few exhibits but quickly made our way to the food. Here's a list of the items our group ate at some point:
Needless to say, we were pretty miserable by the end of the day and may not eat for awhile so our bodies can adjust to the caloric overload it just experienced.
We also had the opportunity to see our caricature artist that draws our Christmas card for us every year. We met him at the fair about 4-5 years ago which is where we got the idea. The design for this year's card was discussed so be on the lookout for it this December. :)
At the end of the day we caught one of the Killdares shows before we headed back home. They are a really great, local band that plays Celtic Rock. We try to catch them every year. They are even playing at the Carrollton Festival on November 5.
Once inside, our quest for the fried foods began. We walked around for alittle bit and checked out the new cars and a few exhibits but quickly made our way to the food. Here's a list of the items our group ate at some point:
Fletcher's Corny Dog (a must at the state fair)
Twisted Tater
Sausage on a Stick
Tamales
Pizza
Chicken Tenders
Fried Banana Pudding
Fried Oreos
Fried Moonpie
Fried Snickers
Fried Cookie Dough
Fried Peaches and Cream
Needless to say, we were pretty miserable by the end of the day and may not eat for awhile so our bodies can adjust to the caloric overload it just experienced.
We also had the opportunity to see our caricature artist that draws our Christmas card for us every year. We met him at the fair about 4-5 years ago which is where we got the idea. The design for this year's card was discussed so be on the lookout for it this December. :)
At the end of the day we caught one of the Killdares shows before we headed back home. They are a really great, local band that plays Celtic Rock. We try to catch them every year. They are even playing at the Carrollton Festival on November 5.
Big Tex
(sporting his new digs)
Kristie, me, Jackie and baby Olive
The iconic ferris wheel
(that I have yet to ride...maybe next year)
The weather was nice and the company was excellent today! Tomorrow Shane and I are off to Atlanta and Jacksonville, AL for a quick vacay and to watch our little Princess (Kelsey) and Erin play against one another in college soccer (Jacksonville State vs Murray State). Shane coached both of them when they were 13 and now they're all grown up and playing in college! We're so excited to get away for a few days and see these girls do what they do best!
October 5, 2011
SeaLife Aquarium & Legoland
This past weekend we got to keep the boys for a couple of days while Jason & Kristin headed up to Washington D.C. for the weekend with her family. Originally we wanted to take them to the dinosaur exhibit at the Museum of Nature and Science but then realized it was opening weekend of the State Fair and didn't want to battle those crowds. We had also talked about taking them to the SeaLife Aquarium and Legoland at Grapevine Mills sometime and figured now was as good a time as any!
We started the day at the SeaLife Aquarium which was pretty neat. I wish we could have spent alittle more time looking at things but I guess a fish is a fish so it may not have been too exciting for them. I felt like I was stuck behind my camera the whole time so we'll have to go back another time without the boys and check it out for ourselves. Here are a few pictures from SeaLife...
We started the day at the SeaLife Aquarium which was pretty neat. I wish we could have spent alittle more time looking at things but I guess a fish is a fish so it may not have been too exciting for them. I felt like I was stuck behind my camera the whole time so we'll have to go back another time without the boys and check it out for ourselves. Here are a few pictures from SeaLife...
They had tons of these bubbles in the aquariums where the kids could get inside.
This is the 360 degree tunnel. Andrew would not walk across without the help of his Nay-Nay.
Aaron in front of a big skeleton
These are small tanks where the kids can touch real sea creatures
(mostly starfish and small crabs)
After SeaLife, we grabbed some pizza at the food court then headed over to Legoland. Now, I have to admit, I may have been more excited about Legoland. Ever since I was little, I have had this love of legos. My brother had 4 huge tubs filled with legos that we would dump on a blanket, scrape through and build stuff. He was the more creative one that didn't use the instruction booklets, where my Type A personality took over and I followed the instruction booklets step by step. I have always told Shane that if we had a boy, his room would probably be decorated with legos at some point. I am also excited because they now make pink legos! I can't wait to get a box of my own!
When you first arrive they make you wait in this small area before going into the Lego Workshop where a guy sort of walks everyone through the steps of making legos. After that you go on this ride where you sit in a cart and try to shoot different screens and objects to get points. Once you're in Legoland, it's a free for all on various activities including a big playground area, a 4D movie (which we didn't see), miniland (a huge room filled with miniature versions of buildings in downtown Dallas, Grapevine, Arlington, etc), a race car area where you can build your own car then race it down these ramps, and other places to build items with various lego pieces. They also have another ride where the faster you peddle, the higher you go. The boys definitely seem more entertained in Legoland so we spent a couple of hours there. They force you to walk through their store on your way out so we picked up another bucket of legos to take home and let Aaron pick out a keychain and little Lego man. Here are a few pictures from Legoland...
Waiting to go inside
Riding a Lego motorcycle
Both boys on a Lego giraffe
We had a great time with our little Booger and Peanut this weekend!
September 26, 2011
September Recap
Wow! I am really behind on my blogging. September has been uneventful but filled with many birthday celebrations. Our family is overwhelmed with birthdays this month so it is probably in our best interest to not have a child in September or they could get overlooked. :) The birthdays started on September 13 with Shane (that is also the same day as my cousin, Casey's, birthday). Our parents chipped in to get him a new infrared grill and I purchased a few utensils and supplies to go with it.
My sweet nephew, Aaron, celebrated his 5th birthday on September 21. He had his first birthday party with friends at Main Event this past weekend and I tagged along to get some pictures.
My sweet nephew, Aaron, celebrated his 5th birthday on September 21. He had his first birthday party with friends at Main Event this past weekend and I tagged along to get some pictures.
Birthday Boy
Andrew "Kingpin" James
He had the highest score!
Blowing out his candles
Mom and Dad with their grandsons
My birthday was Saturday (which I share with my grandfather who celebrated 95 this year). Shane got me a couple of Vera Bradley hipster purses and the first 3 seasons of the show "Parks and Recreation" for my iPod. Saturday night we went out to celebrate all of our September birthdays at Nico's Cocina (and watched a disappointing Aggie loss).
This weekend we get to keep my nephews for a couple of nights so we are planning a day at the Museum of Nature and Science and the Children's Museum complete with a trip on the DART rail and possibly lunch in the West End.
Next month we are taking a trip to Georgia/Alabama to see our little princess play soccer at Jacksonville State and plan to spend a day at the Texas State Fair stuffing ourselves with fried foods. Hopefully I will have more to blog about in October! Happy Fall!
August 22, 2011
The Dragon in my Life
This is the first time in 18 years he will not be coaching soccer. In fact, he has hung up the cleats and "retired" from coaching soccer all together. It will be a huge change in our lives since we will not have to schedule everything around January - April or club games/practices throughout the week. It's going to allow Shane to focus on finishing grad school plus we'll be able to spend more time together!
Go Dragons!
August 16, 2011
Renovation Update #2
Our front landscape border was finally completed last night! The hot weather and the rain (believe it or not) delayed the installation the last few weekends. It really makes the front yard look alittle cleaner and more organized (which I love). All we have to do now is add some dirt and plant a few flowers around the tree and in between some of the existing bushes.
Before
After
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