Good bye

I sat down last week to start a post but I couldn't type a thing. Dad passed away unexpectedly June 16th from a tear in his aorta. The last 2 weeks have been awful. I have experienced every emotion a person can have all at the same time. Sleep doesn't come easily. Ainsley still doesn't sleep all night and that just adds to the exhaustion. I am trying to get our lives back to some normalcy but find myself still in a daze. "Why now" is where I'm stuck!! I know that we may never know the answer this side of heaven. God is in control and his ways are perfect. I try to give all my anger, hurt and confusion over to Him but find myself failing miserably. Knowing that Dad is no longer hurting from all of his aches and pains (and trust me there were more than his fair share) makes good bye a little easier, but the reality of it all comes creeping back and I'm back at square one. I know that time heals all wounds and that with His strength I will laugh again.

Dad, I love you and miss you.

Monday Mayham

Today we took off for a day of errands. Which wouldn't have been such a big deal. BUT, did you check the thermometer outside? UGH!! I decided (not one of by brightest ideas) that I would try and get all our running around done in one day. Yea, go ahead and say it, I've got a few screws that are loose. ; ) At least I can laugh about it.

Since Father's Day is Sunday I knew we (I) needed to get out and get busy. Michael is really into golf, so I took that idea and ran with it. Below are a few things that we picked up. Will share pics after Father's Day of how we pulled it off.

Stop #1 was at Hobby Lobby. I could spend hours in that store, without the munchkins of course. Moving on, we saw this statue. Tanner began to talk about what it's going to be like in heaven. He said "Mommy, did you know that in heaven the lion and the lamb will lay beside each other"? And that the lion won't eat the lamb"? It was again at that moment that you realize they do get it. All those Sundays at church, all the talks that you've had, have really made a difference. I think sometimes as parents we get tired of repeating ourselves, over and over again, that we become irritated and frustrated. It is at times like this that I realize that even though I may feel like a broken record, he is listening. Whether it be about Christ or the day to day chores. I pray that I am reminded everyday that it all matters. Our children are watching and listening to all that we say and do.

Moody Gardens

Friday we took a trip to Moody Gardens in Galveston. Have decided to try and make Fridays "Field trip Friday". May not be something educational every Friday....but an outing nonetheless.

This picture is out of order. Accidentally erased it and wasn't going to re-do the whole post. Actually thought about it...but realized how weird that would make me! Haha

Ainsley in her new car seat. Has helped quite a bit. She doesn't get as fussy.

I named this little fellow.....HOT LIPS! Not sure why I said it but Tanner laughed hysterically. Another memorable moment! : )

Michael noticed that all of the stingrays had their tails clipped. Not sure if that's something they just do, or if it's because of the accident involving The Crocodile Hunter.

Yep. You're eyes are not deceiving you...it clearly says pregnant males. HAHA!! I could write a whole other post on that subject alone!!
Just imagine!!!

Creekside YMCA

So, against better judgement and hindsight, this outing wasn't such a good idea. But since we have been staying home, we were all itchin' to get out. Yes, I know it's been 100+ degrees these days but schools out, Tanner's home and I'm already climbing the walls! : )

She's wearing shoes....and they stayed on! Figured it time to get Ainsley started on a lifelong obsession of shoes. Have you ever heard "if the shoes fit grab the bag to match"?! Ha!

Very cool teepee's for camping! Although I don't recall seeing the AC units anywhere! Haha!!

It was a misting station. Did wonders for cooling off....but no so much for the hair!

Love it!

Why, yes I did get my hair cut and colored again! Went to a new salon/spa. Was a great time of relaxation and QUIET!!!

Has occurred to me that while I am losing the baby weight I still have yet to lose any of the butt! Man, that's depressing! Think I'll go grab a bowl of ice cream and make myself feel better! Haha! Was kidding....really!! ; )

Memorial Day 2010

He was a bit ticked at me! He wasn't allowed to go outside because of his punyness. Is that even a word?!

She is obsessed with her tongue these days. She loves to lick Michael. Ewwww!

Great picture though! Did you notice the drool?

Might need to talk to the girl about hitting the caffeine at such a young age. Ha!

Pickin' Blackberries

We took a trip to pick blackberries the Friday before Memorial Day. We haven't really done/gone far since Tanner and I both have been feelin' like crud. And to update on that....as of today, Tanner is again running fever (since Saturday) and I am still on drugs hoping to get rid of this sinus infection from, well, you get the idea!!! ; )

Yes, these berries are massive!

Sweet girl!

For those of you who know my husband this picture comes as no surprise! He's always good for at least one laugh! : )