4/28 - We had a fun family day. Greg actually let me sleep in some
while he made breakfast - which I really needed. We had lunch
together. Then Landon, Greg and Kasey rode their bikes up to soccer
practice. I walked with Kasey. Kasey and I hung out at the park
while the boys practiced. Then we took up some baseball with friends at
the backstop. The girls played some and I even hit a home run (because
I hit it past the girls). The boys were hitting and fielding. Fun
times. We then had dinner on patio at Blue Fish as the family and had
some Paciugo for dessert.
4/27 - Another crazy Saturday. Today was the AppleCreek Preschool
Picnic and Auction. Greg and I were there at 9am to set up with
everyone. I think overall everything went smoothly. The auction was
great, and we had about 120 families there for food, fun and music.
Good times.
We had to leave about 2:30 to get Landon and Kasey to their games.
Kasey got 2 outs at 2nd base in her game. Landon got hit by the
soccer ball playing goaly, but was ok. He played well and had few shots
on goal, that didn't got in.
4/22 - 4/26
I was in San Jose for a trade show. We did have a
lot of work with demos, trainings, taking videos, and talking to
partners and potential an existing customers. We did get to play some
though. Tuesday night we decided to take the train to San Francisco.
One of my high school friends owns a wine experience place in the city.
You can do wine tasting and have small plate menu. The wine was
great, and the food was really good. It also had a fun atmosphere so we
had a fun time. The train was interesting. It took us about an hour
to get there, and then we came back with a bunch of Giants baseball fans
on the way back which stopped at every stop so it took a while longer.
Wednesday night we went out with one of our partners to dinner at
Gordon Biersch and Irish pub. Thursday we went to dinner at a good
Greek Restaurant and then went to a really cool bar. It was called
SingleBarrel lounge. You stand outside waiting until there is room at
the bar. We only waited 15 minutes. We went down and had some idea
what to order (most drinks were mixed drinks). The bartenders and
staff are dressed in paperboy hats and suspenders, an some jazz music
playing. The bartender made some recommendations for our drinks and
then made them for us. It was fun to watch them making them. Mine had a
orange peel that was burned to give it a different flavor. My co
worker Bill got an old fashion that had a big ball of ice in it.
Everyone loved their drinks. After we paid we sat down on couches to
enjoy the atmosphere, drinks and some jazz music. It was a good trip,
but it was good to get home Friday.
I flew home Friday morning. Got to airport and they didn't have a
seat assignment for or my boarding pass didn't print. I waited til
they started calling group 2, and asked again for the 3rd time if they
had my seat. Yes you are in seat 10, and she printed it. I assumed by
this point I wouldn't have room for my luggage, but I lucked out on
that. Nothing like a little stress to wake you up in the morning.
I got home, Greg and Kasey picked me up from the airport. I got to
sit in back with Kasey which was fun. We went and picked up Landon from
school. AFternoon Greg and Landon worked on some baseball with a
friend while Kasey and I went to the park to play with some other
siblings.
Then it was time to get ready for girls night out. We had 11 ladies
going to dinner and to see Wicked the musical. We had a great time at
Paesanos for good Italian food, and then had fun watching the show as
well. It was fun to get out dressed up with friends.
Of course Greg was thrilled I came back from a week gone and went out with the girls :)
I had missed Kasey's tball game, she got her first hit from a pitch in the game.
4/21
- Cub scout pack planned a day of fishing at Texas Freshwater Fisheries
Center in Athens, TX. It was little more than 1 1/2 hours away. It
was fun to see different fish, alligators, huge catfish and some other
alligator fish. We got to see one of the workers feed some of the fish.
We took a quick tour of the facility. Then we got some fishing poles
and bait and did some fishing. Kasey didn't do it very long, but was
good. it was a really nice day so it was fun. Landon really wanted to
keep reeling it in and casting it, but that's ok. It was a fun family
day. We had BBQ on the way home and got kids to bed.
4/20 - I went to work out in the morning because Landon's soccer game
was cancelled. Then I took Landon to fun birthday party where boys got
to play video games in a big truck for an hour - they had Wii, Xbox and
playstation and a bunch of different games the kids could play. They
had a great time, and moms got to chat. Then took Landon home and
picked up Kasey to take her to a school friend birthday party. The
friend lives a ways north, but they have a lot of land and nice house.
They had the Creature guy come. He brought Python, hedgehog,
tarantula, legless lizzard, another lizzard, and a huge roach. It was
pretty cool. Kids got to touch them and he taught them some stuff about
the animals. We left the party early to get to Landon's baseball
game, but we were late for Landons' game. Of course before I got there
he caught a fly ball for an out, and hit a triple. After I got there
he got single and double.
After we got kids to bed, Greg went to FC Dallas game and I had 10
friends over for margaritas that Greg had made and to watch Magic Mike.
Had a friend from high school, friend from work and several ladies from
the neighborhood. We had a great time. We had good snacks,
margaritas, and conversations
4/19 - Had kind of crazy evening. I worked all day and then went to
pick up Landon from baseball practice. Took him and Mason to the girls
tball game. We only got to stay for 30 minutes - I really think the
girls were having fun. Then I took Landon to his soccer camp. I think
he was doing pretty well with the skills and when they played game at
the end
4/14 - We had a fun family day. We got up and went to breakfast at
Frogg for some French Toast and Crepes. We took a walk around Watters
Creek and saw 15 baby ducklings that were really cute. We then went
home to change and took bikes up to park for kids to ride around. Greg
rode up there too. Usually I can walk behind Kasey because she goes
pretty slow and talks quite a bit. Today when she got behind the boys
and decided to ride faster which means I got to run after her. I don't
like running :) We made sandwiches at home, and kids and I watched
Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory. Kids enjoyed it and so did I.
Landon's teacher read the book to them in school and we've been reading
it to him at home as well.
Then Greg and Landon rode bikes to soccer practice. I really wanted a
nap, but Kasey wanted to ride her bike to the park. So we went. We
hung out at the top of playground in shade. It was like our own fort.
We also did some swings and Kasey played with few of the other kids
We all went to dinner at Mi Cocina which is always good.
4/13
- Kasey had morning tball game, it was nice day. Girls played well.
They played where outs counted for the first time. Girls got about 6
outs. Kasey had good hits and didn't get out - she was excited.
The boys had batting practice in the afternoon, and then I had to
volunteer at softball assessment they had. Grammy and Gramps came up to
help with kids.
Landon finally played his first baseball game.
Greg pitched the game and did well. Gramps kept score. Landon had a
few good hits & got an out at 2nd base. It was fun watching the
game. They follow rules more like real baseball, and as boys are
getting older they are throwing, catching and making good plays.
Landon also had soccer game which was tough. The other team was much
better. Landon had a tough time in goal, but played well when he
played on offense.
4/10-4/12 - I went to Boston for 3 full days
for training and customer meetings. We had busy days, but got to go to
North end for dinner one night. We had great Italian food at Strega,
and then went to Modern Pastry for Canoli for dessert (It was
recommended to us over Mikes by bartender at Strega). Friday was crazy,
We had 5 customer meetings, it was raining all day, we didn't have time
for lunch, and then it took 2 hours to get to the airport. Fortunately
because of the rain my flight was delayed so I still made it. I had a
quick snack and beer at the airport because I got upgraded. It was a
good flight even though it was really late - I got to see House of Pi,
got warm nuts, dinner with shrimp and salmon, some wine and ice cream
Sunday for dessert.
4/7 - We had birthday celebration lunch with my mom and dad. We went
to Paesanos for lunch which is great Italian food, and then we came
back to house for dessert. Grammy made great chocolate, oreo and peanut
butter dessert for me and red velvet cookies and Hershey bar pie for
kids. YUM!!
4/6 - We had a few games today soccer and baseball practice. Then I
took kids to Rohans birthday party at ASI. It was fun to catch up with
Jessica and kids had great time. After party we took kids to
grandparents because Greg and I were going out for celebration with
Steiners, Solis' and Doug. We were celebrating 3 birthdays and Solis'
anniversary. We went to Abacus. Had a great dinner. We had multiple
lobster shooters, great starters and meal, and of course some good wine.
To finish off the night I got to have some scotch and a chocolate
dessert.
We enjoyed having some adult time.
4/5 - I had a great
birthday. One of the first things Kasey said to me in the morning was
happy Birthday and I think she said it on her own. At work friends
Marisa, Bill and Cindy took me out for Pei Wei for lunch - one of my
favorites that I don't get to often. Marisa also made me awesome
chocolate and banana cupcakes with peanut butter icing. They were
great!
That afternoon Greg took Landon to soccer clinic. Kasey and I were
dancing around in the living room to music. She kept telling me that i
needed to dance in the middle of the room and not on the outsides. She
also told me I wasn't supposed to do the same moves as her. We had a
good time.
Tuesday, April 30, 2013
Sunday, March 31, 2013
March 2013 updates
3/31 - We had a relaxing Easter morning. Greg made us breakfast,
Kids did Easter Egg hunt, we talked some about what Easter is really
about vs the candy and eggs.
We then had lunch with Greg's family for Easter and my birthday celebration. Had some BBQ and great chocolate cake.
3/30 - Kids enjoyed dying and decorating eggs. They did some stickers and did some with plastic that we heat shrinked around the eggs. It was fun and they looked good. Landon had a friend BDay party that we dropped him off at, and so we took Kasey to dinner just the three of us. We went to Blue Fish for dinner. Kasey had tempura and had a good time. We got to sit outside because it was nice out. Kasey got to run around out side for a little while and then we went to Paciugo for some Gelato. Greg took Kasey home to get ready for bed and I headed to the Roys to hang out for a little bit before bringing Landon home. We had some homemade Sangria which was great.
3/29 - It was good friday so I was off work. I for some reason woke up at 4am and couldn't really go back to sleep. Then I got up for 6am boot camp. When I got home Landon was up so we snuggled on the couch and read some of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. Greg made us good breakfast with cheese eggs, pancakes and sausage.
We all went to Kasey's swim class at noon. She swam today without goggles and seemed to do well. Then we went to Snuffers for lunch. Kids were pretty tired from staying up late for Kasey's game.
3/28 - Kasey had her 2nd tball game. Her team got 3 outs which is great, the team the played had almost all older girls. Kasey played well with hits and paying attention in the field. She asked afterwards if she played well and we told her she did.
It's funny to watch the boys (Landon and friends), there seems to be some flirting with kids on Kasey's team (some of the girls are older and closer to Landon's age). We had to kick the boys out of the dug out.
3/24 - We had totally lazy morning and a crazy afternoon. Landon had cub scouts, Kasey had birthday party, and then both kids had birthday party. Kasey had a great time and her friends birthday party. They got to make crowns and color and eat and watch a fun video. what more could a girl ask for
At the 2nd birthday party the kids and some of the dads including Greg played broom ball. Kasey was super excited to be 1 of 2 girls playing. Greg also had a good time playing defense. They all got sweaty and had a great time.
3/23 - I got up to get ready for the gym. It was thundering and lighting outside. I asked Kasey if it was raining outside. She brings me my phone with the weather app up and showing the weather map saying yes it's raining. I said Kasey the easiest way to tell is to look outside. So she did and said it was raining
Landon's soccer game got cancelled.
Kasey had a friends birthday party at 5pm. We were able to drop Kasey off with her friends, and so Greg and I got to have dinner with just Landon which was nice. We went to Mi Cocina. Landon wanted to sit in the bar area so he could watch basketball. He said, anyway it's closer to where you can get margaritas :) We had good dinner, and then went to Bonnie Ruths for a little dessert.
Greg went to FC Dallas game so I had about 6 ladies over for a few drinks which is always fun.
3/22 - Greg took Landon to his soccer camp so it was just Kasey and i hanging at the house. She wanted to play ring toss. Kasey asked me to put on the Ricky Martin songs from Glee (I'm Sexy and I know it and La Isla Bonita) which we both like. Then we turned on hits on TV. We were really bad at ring toss (didn't make one ring), but we had been listening and dancing to the music. After a while Kasey said maybe we should play something else. We decided to play hide and go seek. We both kept finding good hiding places. It was fun. Then we went up stairs. Kasey played in bath while I put kids clothes up.
3/21 - Kasey had her first tball/softball game tonight. She was very excited about her game. The team got 2 outs their first inning. Kasey got an out, hit the ball twice and ran the bases well. Girls game is pretty different than the boys. Overall they are more calm and paid more attention. The team got 5 outs in all which I think is pretty good for their first game I think.
After the game I took Landon to Yogurtville for some yogurt to earn money for Norton. His friend Colin was there with his family.
3/15-3/17 - We decided a little late, but decided we'd take a short trip for spring break. Friday i took most of the day off. i went to Kasey's swim class, and we headed out of town after that. We went to Aunt Mary's house. She now has her room all arranged very nice, has a new guest bed as well. We enjoyed the visit. Kids loved being outside with dogs, playing Wii, and eating good food. We all enjoyed tacos. After dinner kids wanted to play Bunco with everyone. We played a short game. Kasey won, and kept giving Cousin David a hard time that he was annoying her. It was funny to hear it come out of her mouth. Later once kids were in bed we played some adult Wii bowling. We had a good time playing for sure.
Saturday, we had big breakfast at Mary's. We took our time getting ready in the morning and headed to College Station. We had lunch at Wings and More which is like a staple for us. We then checked quickly into new hotel and headed to the game. It was crowded so we ended up sitting in grass area. this was ok except it was sort of warm, kids were tired. kids got snow cones, and later got to play on the playground near where we were. both kids said it was to crowded which I warned them, but they didn't want to leave.
Aggies ended up winning 2-1 against Georgia. After the game we got to go on the field and throw baseball. it was Greg's first time on the field - 2nd for kids and I. Landon and Greg enjoyed throwing ball around. Kasey was in wine mode and didn't want to do anything even though she had ball and glove as well.
After the game Greg and I decided we were going to the Chicken. Kids didn't really want to, but we overruled. We played dominoes, had some good burgers, and Sangria. What more can you ask for.
Then got kids back to hotel for quick shower and bed. We were pretty icky. I took a nice bath and read book for a little while.
Sunday morning apparently the kids woke up at 6/6:30, but didn't come get us up until 8. Not sure exactly what they were doing, but nothing was broken. We finally got up and showered and went down to breakfast. We got to eat outside and the view was really nice.
Then we headed to bookstore for a little shopping and the baseball game. The kids got asked to go out on the field during the national anthem. They went down on the field before the game, sang Aggie War Hymn with all the other kids, then as they introduced players they got to go to the position they wanted to on the field with the A&M player. Landon picked pitcher, and Kasey went with him. It was fun for them.
Today at the game it wasn't as crowded so we got to sit on the 1st base side. It's great sitting in that section with students doing all the little things that Aggies do during baseball games. It was also cooler which was nice. The kids were watching the game more which also made it fun.
After the game the kids got to run the bases on the field. They really liked that. After that we headed back home.
We got home and kids got on camera before the game on the field and we were on TV during the war hymn at the end of the game. Pretty cool.
It was a great weekend, now back to real life...
3/10 - After Landon's soccer game on Saturday it rained quite a bit so soccer practice was cancelled. We did celebrate Pops and Nanny's birthdays though. We took Mexican food down to Grandma and Pops house for dinner. Grandma made peach cobbler and German Chocolate cake - both which we enjoyed for several days.
3/9 - started the day saying hi to kids in person after a week. I also did some Zumba. Then Landon had a soccer game - he played pretty well and scored only goal for our team.
We went to lunch at Elkas.
That afternoon I took Kasey to princess party. she got her nails and hair done, got to dress as a princess and play with friends. She had a good time.
That evening Kasey had a 2nd BDay party at bounce house. Greg took her, and Landon and I went to dinner with Doug, Dave, Tracy and Elizabeth. Landon and Elizabeth had a good time - there were even silly comments about Landon and Elizabeth getting married. We had fun though and enjoyed some good Greek food.
3/6 - 3/8
Wednesday, we met with a partner. After that we headed to the airport for our flight.
We got to the hotel in Shenzen, which I thought was a really nice hotel (Intercontinental). We had dinner in hotel which actually took a long time. We had a few beers to pass the time, and food was pretty good.
Thursday morning I went down to work out. I ended up doing some stairs and working out some in the gym with free weights. That day we met with a potential partner/customer for multiple hours in the morning and they took us for Dim Sum for lunch which was really good.
That evening we went to a huge buffet. The table mats were maps of the buffet it was so big. We ended up trying some different fruits. Both of them were really bad, but several of us tried them anyway. We had some good laughs.
Thursday evening we had foot massages at 9pm, and then we headed back. A few of us went to the ship bar at the hotel. It was a wooden ship attached to the hotel. They had live band and local beer which was great. We enjoyed ourselves having a few beers and dancing a little bit too. I ended up staying out til 2:30 in the morning, but was fun.
Next morning we had 2 customer meetings so we met for breakfast then off to meetings, then back to hotel to leave for the airport.
We had to wait in line for a while to get into hong kong. It took longer than expected so I didn't have much shopping time in the airport. I grabbed some lunch and a few small things for kids.
I got to LA after how ever many hours. We get into long customers lines, and then to get through immigration hey have us walk around entire luggage carousel to get in line. This line took forever as well. Luckily I made it in time, and of course when I get to flight area my flight is delayed a few hours. Pretty tough when you've pretty much been up for 24 hours. I will say that I flew Cathey Pacific from China to LA - their entertainment system and food is much better than American.
I got home few hours late, and mom and dad got me from the airport and took me home. I think we were all a little tired.
3/4- 3/5 - Got up to work out, had breakfast with the team, and headed to the office for day of internal meetings.
We left the office at 4:45, went to hotel to pick up our luggage, took an hour car ride to the train station, sat at station for over an hour - I guess traffic is sometimes very bad, took 1 hour train ride, and then took crazy 30-40 minute car ride to the hotel. We had to rush to the restaurant because it was closing quickly.
In the morning I met 2 colleagues to go for walk around the river in Hangzhou at 6:30am. It was beautiful and nice to get out for a walk before breakfast.
Tuesday we had meetings most of the day then headed to the airport for a 2 1/2 hour flight.
3/3 - We had to get up and take me to the airport for my China trip. My first flight to LA had a mechanical issue so we left over an hour late. Luckily my connecting flight wasn't far away and I got there in time to board the plane. LA to Shaighai is over a 14 hour flight, which is really long. I watched a few movies - go to see Argo, and I watched Lincoln again which I had slept through quite a bit the first time I saw it. I did some work to get ready for my week and actually slept for several hours.
Luckily when I got to Shanghai there was a driver and car waiting for me. So I got to ride in nice car for the 45 minute drive to the hotel. The hotel we stayed in by the office was pretty nice. Asian theme, but trendy as well.
3/2 - Landon had his last basketball game. He got 1 basket I believe, but played pretty well. He got his 3rd white start for being most Christ like. we are very proud of him. He told the coach he had not gotten a red start for defense so the coach said he would give him one of those as well because he played some good defense.
We went home to work on projects and get some lunch. Then Landon had his first soccer game of the season. He scored the only goal for the team and played a good game. It was pretty chilly so we were all bundled up on the sidelines.
After that we went to Liam's birthday party which was at his house. For some reason several of us decided that it was a wine afternoon. A few of the neighbors went home to get wine and we all had a few glasses which was fun. The party was cute with Hex bug theme, and the kids had fun playing with Hex bug kits.
That evening I got the kids to bed a little early because they were tired from a long day. I opened a bottle of wine and had to do newsletter, pack for my China trip and get a couple things done around the house. I didn't even have time to turn the TV on. Greg went to FC Dallas game in the cold with Doug.
3/1 - I had a big event at work I was planning. We ended up setting up and having the event most of the day. After that we had a happy hour for one of my team mates that is leaving the group. A few of us went to Wizards. I only had an hour because I had to go to Landon's Blue and Gold Banquet, but when I left I smelled horrible.
Anyway, Landon had his Blue and Gold Banquet where he got his tiger badge for completing first year. It was at middle school near our house so we walked to the event. It was still light when we walked there, but when we left if was dark. Landon and Kasey were both unsure that we could get home in the dark. I guess they haven't been out much at night.
We then had lunch with Greg's family for Easter and my birthday celebration. Had some BBQ and great chocolate cake.
3/30 - Kids enjoyed dying and decorating eggs. They did some stickers and did some with plastic that we heat shrinked around the eggs. It was fun and they looked good. Landon had a friend BDay party that we dropped him off at, and so we took Kasey to dinner just the three of us. We went to Blue Fish for dinner. Kasey had tempura and had a good time. We got to sit outside because it was nice out. Kasey got to run around out side for a little while and then we went to Paciugo for some Gelato. Greg took Kasey home to get ready for bed and I headed to the Roys to hang out for a little bit before bringing Landon home. We had some homemade Sangria which was great.
3/29 - It was good friday so I was off work. I for some reason woke up at 4am and couldn't really go back to sleep. Then I got up for 6am boot camp. When I got home Landon was up so we snuggled on the couch and read some of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. Greg made us good breakfast with cheese eggs, pancakes and sausage.
We all went to Kasey's swim class at noon. She swam today without goggles and seemed to do well. Then we went to Snuffers for lunch. Kids were pretty tired from staying up late for Kasey's game.
3/28 - Kasey had her 2nd tball game. Her team got 3 outs which is great, the team the played had almost all older girls. Kasey played well with hits and paying attention in the field. She asked afterwards if she played well and we told her she did.
It's funny to watch the boys (Landon and friends), there seems to be some flirting with kids on Kasey's team (some of the girls are older and closer to Landon's age). We had to kick the boys out of the dug out.
3/24 - We had totally lazy morning and a crazy afternoon. Landon had cub scouts, Kasey had birthday party, and then both kids had birthday party. Kasey had a great time and her friends birthday party. They got to make crowns and color and eat and watch a fun video. what more could a girl ask for
At the 2nd birthday party the kids and some of the dads including Greg played broom ball. Kasey was super excited to be 1 of 2 girls playing. Greg also had a good time playing defense. They all got sweaty and had a great time.
3/23 - I got up to get ready for the gym. It was thundering and lighting outside. I asked Kasey if it was raining outside. She brings me my phone with the weather app up and showing the weather map saying yes it's raining. I said Kasey the easiest way to tell is to look outside. So she did and said it was raining
Landon's soccer game got cancelled.
Kasey had a friends birthday party at 5pm. We were able to drop Kasey off with her friends, and so Greg and I got to have dinner with just Landon which was nice. We went to Mi Cocina. Landon wanted to sit in the bar area so he could watch basketball. He said, anyway it's closer to where you can get margaritas :) We had good dinner, and then went to Bonnie Ruths for a little dessert.
Greg went to FC Dallas game so I had about 6 ladies over for a few drinks which is always fun.
3/22 - Greg took Landon to his soccer camp so it was just Kasey and i hanging at the house. She wanted to play ring toss. Kasey asked me to put on the Ricky Martin songs from Glee (I'm Sexy and I know it and La Isla Bonita) which we both like. Then we turned on hits on TV. We were really bad at ring toss (didn't make one ring), but we had been listening and dancing to the music. After a while Kasey said maybe we should play something else. We decided to play hide and go seek. We both kept finding good hiding places. It was fun. Then we went up stairs. Kasey played in bath while I put kids clothes up.
3/21 - Kasey had her first tball/softball game tonight. She was very excited about her game. The team got 2 outs their first inning. Kasey got an out, hit the ball twice and ran the bases well. Girls game is pretty different than the boys. Overall they are more calm and paid more attention. The team got 5 outs in all which I think is pretty good for their first game I think.
After the game I took Landon to Yogurtville for some yogurt to earn money for Norton. His friend Colin was there with his family.
3/15-3/17 - We decided a little late, but decided we'd take a short trip for spring break. Friday i took most of the day off. i went to Kasey's swim class, and we headed out of town after that. We went to Aunt Mary's house. She now has her room all arranged very nice, has a new guest bed as well. We enjoyed the visit. Kids loved being outside with dogs, playing Wii, and eating good food. We all enjoyed tacos. After dinner kids wanted to play Bunco with everyone. We played a short game. Kasey won, and kept giving Cousin David a hard time that he was annoying her. It was funny to hear it come out of her mouth. Later once kids were in bed we played some adult Wii bowling. We had a good time playing for sure.
Saturday, we had big breakfast at Mary's. We took our time getting ready in the morning and headed to College Station. We had lunch at Wings and More which is like a staple for us. We then checked quickly into new hotel and headed to the game. It was crowded so we ended up sitting in grass area. this was ok except it was sort of warm, kids were tired. kids got snow cones, and later got to play on the playground near where we were. both kids said it was to crowded which I warned them, but they didn't want to leave.
Aggies ended up winning 2-1 against Georgia. After the game we got to go on the field and throw baseball. it was Greg's first time on the field - 2nd for kids and I. Landon and Greg enjoyed throwing ball around. Kasey was in wine mode and didn't want to do anything even though she had ball and glove as well.
After the game Greg and I decided we were going to the Chicken. Kids didn't really want to, but we overruled. We played dominoes, had some good burgers, and Sangria. What more can you ask for.
Then got kids back to hotel for quick shower and bed. We were pretty icky. I took a nice bath and read book for a little while.
Sunday morning apparently the kids woke up at 6/6:30, but didn't come get us up until 8. Not sure exactly what they were doing, but nothing was broken. We finally got up and showered and went down to breakfast. We got to eat outside and the view was really nice.
Then we headed to bookstore for a little shopping and the baseball game. The kids got asked to go out on the field during the national anthem. They went down on the field before the game, sang Aggie War Hymn with all the other kids, then as they introduced players they got to go to the position they wanted to on the field with the A&M player. Landon picked pitcher, and Kasey went with him. It was fun for them.
Today at the game it wasn't as crowded so we got to sit on the 1st base side. It's great sitting in that section with students doing all the little things that Aggies do during baseball games. It was also cooler which was nice. The kids were watching the game more which also made it fun.
After the game the kids got to run the bases on the field. They really liked that. After that we headed back home.
We got home and kids got on camera before the game on the field and we were on TV during the war hymn at the end of the game. Pretty cool.
It was a great weekend, now back to real life...
3/10 - After Landon's soccer game on Saturday it rained quite a bit so soccer practice was cancelled. We did celebrate Pops and Nanny's birthdays though. We took Mexican food down to Grandma and Pops house for dinner. Grandma made peach cobbler and German Chocolate cake - both which we enjoyed for several days.
3/9 - started the day saying hi to kids in person after a week. I also did some Zumba. Then Landon had a soccer game - he played pretty well and scored only goal for our team.
We went to lunch at Elkas.
That afternoon I took Kasey to princess party. she got her nails and hair done, got to dress as a princess and play with friends. She had a good time.
That evening Kasey had a 2nd BDay party at bounce house. Greg took her, and Landon and I went to dinner with Doug, Dave, Tracy and Elizabeth. Landon and Elizabeth had a good time - there were even silly comments about Landon and Elizabeth getting married. We had fun though and enjoyed some good Greek food.
3/6 - 3/8
Wednesday, we met with a partner. After that we headed to the airport for our flight.
We got to the hotel in Shenzen, which I thought was a really nice hotel (Intercontinental). We had dinner in hotel which actually took a long time. We had a few beers to pass the time, and food was pretty good.
Thursday morning I went down to work out. I ended up doing some stairs and working out some in the gym with free weights. That day we met with a potential partner/customer for multiple hours in the morning and they took us for Dim Sum for lunch which was really good.
That evening we went to a huge buffet. The table mats were maps of the buffet it was so big. We ended up trying some different fruits. Both of them were really bad, but several of us tried them anyway. We had some good laughs.
Thursday evening we had foot massages at 9pm, and then we headed back. A few of us went to the ship bar at the hotel. It was a wooden ship attached to the hotel. They had live band and local beer which was great. We enjoyed ourselves having a few beers and dancing a little bit too. I ended up staying out til 2:30 in the morning, but was fun.
Next morning we had 2 customer meetings so we met for breakfast then off to meetings, then back to hotel to leave for the airport.
We had to wait in line for a while to get into hong kong. It took longer than expected so I didn't have much shopping time in the airport. I grabbed some lunch and a few small things for kids.
I got to LA after how ever many hours. We get into long customers lines, and then to get through immigration hey have us walk around entire luggage carousel to get in line. This line took forever as well. Luckily I made it in time, and of course when I get to flight area my flight is delayed a few hours. Pretty tough when you've pretty much been up for 24 hours. I will say that I flew Cathey Pacific from China to LA - their entertainment system and food is much better than American.
I got home few hours late, and mom and dad got me from the airport and took me home. I think we were all a little tired.
3/4- 3/5 - Got up to work out, had breakfast with the team, and headed to the office for day of internal meetings.
We left the office at 4:45, went to hotel to pick up our luggage, took an hour car ride to the train station, sat at station for over an hour - I guess traffic is sometimes very bad, took 1 hour train ride, and then took crazy 30-40 minute car ride to the hotel. We had to rush to the restaurant because it was closing quickly.
In the morning I met 2 colleagues to go for walk around the river in Hangzhou at 6:30am. It was beautiful and nice to get out for a walk before breakfast.
Tuesday we had meetings most of the day then headed to the airport for a 2 1/2 hour flight.
3/3 - We had to get up and take me to the airport for my China trip. My first flight to LA had a mechanical issue so we left over an hour late. Luckily my connecting flight wasn't far away and I got there in time to board the plane. LA to Shaighai is over a 14 hour flight, which is really long. I watched a few movies - go to see Argo, and I watched Lincoln again which I had slept through quite a bit the first time I saw it. I did some work to get ready for my week and actually slept for several hours.
Luckily when I got to Shanghai there was a driver and car waiting for me. So I got to ride in nice car for the 45 minute drive to the hotel. The hotel we stayed in by the office was pretty nice. Asian theme, but trendy as well.
3/2 - Landon had his last basketball game. He got 1 basket I believe, but played pretty well. He got his 3rd white start for being most Christ like. we are very proud of him. He told the coach he had not gotten a red start for defense so the coach said he would give him one of those as well because he played some good defense.
We went home to work on projects and get some lunch. Then Landon had his first soccer game of the season. He scored the only goal for the team and played a good game. It was pretty chilly so we were all bundled up on the sidelines.
After that we went to Liam's birthday party which was at his house. For some reason several of us decided that it was a wine afternoon. A few of the neighbors went home to get wine and we all had a few glasses which was fun. The party was cute with Hex bug theme, and the kids had fun playing with Hex bug kits.
That evening I got the kids to bed a little early because they were tired from a long day. I opened a bottle of wine and had to do newsletter, pack for my China trip and get a couple things done around the house. I didn't even have time to turn the TV on. Greg went to FC Dallas game in the cold with Doug.
3/1 - I had a big event at work I was planning. We ended up setting up and having the event most of the day. After that we had a happy hour for one of my team mates that is leaving the group. A few of us went to Wizards. I only had an hour because I had to go to Landon's Blue and Gold Banquet, but when I left I smelled horrible.
Anyway, Landon had his Blue and Gold Banquet where he got his tiger badge for completing first year. It was at middle school near our house so we walked to the event. It was still light when we walked there, but when we left if was dark. Landon and Kasey were both unsure that we could get home in the dark. I guess they haven't been out much at night.
Thursday, February 28, 2013
February 2013 Updates
2/24 - We had a lazy morning. I made Cheese eggs which the kids love
(I remember loving it when my mom made cheese eggs) and muffins. We
had a relaxing morning. In the afternoon Landon had soccer practice and
baseball practice back to back. Luckily it was a nice day. Kasey got
to play with Katelyn at the park during soccer and played some with
Reese at baseball practice. Of course Kasey had to go potty so I drove
her home real quick. While I was gone Landon hit a home run.
After practice, Grandma and Pops brought over Cheesecake factory for dinner. I had ordered it ahead of time and they thought we wanted it 9:15pm so they had to wait for a while. It was a good dinner though.
2/23 - I got up to do Zumba, of course the kids had gone to bed 30 minutes late and woke up before 7. Which causes drama every time.
Landon had basketball. He got a 2-3 baskets, and played good defense and overall. We had to go right after, but coach gave Landon a white star which is the highest star for playing like Jesus would play. Coach told Landon that he was the leader of the team and did a good job. I was proud.
We went straight to a birthday party where boys played soccer. Last 5 minutes we played parents vs kids. We called it a tie.
After the party we went shoe shopping - Landon needed new tennis shoes and had grown a full shoe size. Landon found some light up star wars shoes - I told him that Greg would kill me if I got them. Landon asked if he would really kill me. I said no it's just an expression. Landon said so it would be like if it was almost girls night he wouldn't let you go. I said yea something like that.
Kids got Gatorade form the party and wanted some. I said they couldn't have any more today because they had had to much sugar. I told Landon he could take his to practice tomorrow. Kasey asked if she could take hers. I said are you going to run laps? She said no, I'm going to sit there and drink it.
Kasey helped me do dishes. She told me she is very good and helping with dishes
I had a few friends over for drinks to hang out. We ended up watching Burlesque and talking. Marisa made some yummy brownies too that we each had more than one :)
2/21 - My first day with Greg gone. I had stayed up til 1:15am working and getting stuff ready for the next day. I still got up in time to do a 30 minute work out, get both kids to school in time with Landon's lunch and Kasey's snacks for the whole class (Greg had prepared everything I just had to take them). I even got to work in time for my first meeting.
They were talking about being Green at school and they had a raffle to win a bike - Landon won it. Pretty cool.
We went to Grammy and Gramps for dinner. We had fajitas and margaritas which were good. Had fun. Gramps even made me a margarita to bring home, it was national margarita day after all.
I did some work and then watched a girly movie with my margarita
2/20 - Landon went to the dentist today. He had his other front bottom adult tooth coming in behind his baby teeth. The dentist said that that baby tooth wasn't coming out and it should be removed. He had his 2nd tooth pulled. They said that his top teeth are coming in well and should hopefully not come in behind the baby teeth.
Kasey was getting ready for bed washing her hands and she said something about peanuts. I looked at her and she said - I said peanuts not penis. I tried really hard not to laugh at that one, I didn't do very well.
2/19 - Landon and I got to go to science night at his school. We got to see baby chicks moving in eggs, a hawk that is blind in one eye, beautiful owl, learn about bio fuel and how to make ethonol. It was pretty cool, and Landon had a good time.
Landon told me that liked math and science. He thinks he's good at math and ok at science. He said I was good at math and science. Fun to have those kind of discussions.
2/17 - Since kids were at grandparents Greg and I slept in a little and decided to go to breakfast just the two of us. We went to a little crepe place right by the house and had chirizo and egg crepe, french toast with berries, and hot chocolate. We got to sit by the window which overlooked the grass and water area of Watters Creek which was really nice.
We went to pick up the kids and played a US states game with Grammy. We came back home for a while. Greg and Landon had soccer practice at 2:30 and so Kasey and I went to see Cinderella in the theater which was fun. Then Greg brought Landon up and we saw Peter Pan in the theater which was also fun.
We had dinner when we got home, and then got the kids to bed. They were pretty tired.
2/16 - Landon had basketball. Colin was sick so the game was different. Landon scored 3 baskets, and played some good defense. They played a good team so it was tough, but I thought he did pretty well.
We had lunch at Elkas, and then we had to pick up cans for Scouts for food (collecting non perishables for the community). Then we went to order Landon's baseball uniform. He is playing on the volcanoes.
Then we headed back to the house for a little while to pack kids up and hang out. Grammy came over and Kasey, Grammy and I went to Envy nails for manicure and pedicures for Grammy's birthday. Always fun for some pampering.
Greg and Landon played a little baseball, and then went for a bike ride.
When we got done Grammy took the kids to her house for dinner and to spend the night. Greg and I went to Houstons for dinner which was great, and then we went to see Die Hard (which I slept through most of it).
2/14 - We had fun Valentines. Kasey got to pick new pets with both grandparents for her and Landon. Kids enjoyed them. Greg and I got to go to Landon's Valentines party at school. We were in charge of games which is always interesting with 19 first graders. Kids had fun. I did notice this year that I think pinterest is wearing off on many people - most valentines are not simple ones anymore.
I had to work in afternoon, and then we had heart shaped Pizza that Grandma had bought us. We also got to have some Frank Family wine for dinner - that was our Valentine. Greg made us strawberry and raspberry shortcake.
Greg gave me Reeses Peanut Butter cups for Valentines and some older movies that I really wanted to see.
2/10 - Kids were a little restless. We went to lunch at Village Burger Bar, and then Landon and Greg went on bike ride to the school. I walked while Kasey rode her bike as well. She rides her bike slow, but I guess that's better than her being fast and reckless.
Landon and Greg saw a few friend and ended up playing some baseball. Kasey and I watched the boys and then we all headed back home.
2/9 - We often have busy days, but I think this one was one of the busiest.
Kasey came in at 7:20 and declared she was all better and felt fine. She was jumping off the walls. I went to 8:15 aerobics to try the new teacher out. She was ok. She doesn't do step which I was really sad about. She did a bar, kick boxing and agility which was a good workout, but not my favorite. She seems willing to try different things for the class so we'll see.
Then came home for quick get ready and headed to Landon's basketball game. Landon played a good game. He took the ball away several times on defense, got several rebounds, and scored 3-4 baskets as well.
Then I headed to Plano Senior High school for a summer camp expo for gifted and talented and special needs kids.
Headed home for a quick lunch. Then Landon and Greg headed out to put donation bags in the neighborhood for cub scounts. At 2 we were all at Elementary school near by for the Cub Scout Pinewood derby. Landon's car looked really cool. He made an A&M football field with aTm in the end zones, a field goal, and a 2 on the end. His car wasn't the fastest so didn't win, but he did get an art medal so he was very excited about it. It was fun for all of us. All the sisters were lined up to watch the race which was cute.
We came home for a few hours, and then Landon and I got ready for our Western mother/son dance. I wore my awesome cowboy hat made by Cassandra MacGregor of House of MacGregor. Other than that we basically wore button down shirts and jeans, but it worked. We met several moms and boys for dinner at 5th Street Pizza which was pretty simple and fast. Then we headed to the dance. We got a few cute pictures and then headed in to dance. Landon really wasn't sure and wasn't having to much fun, but after a while and after a cookie he started having a good time. As we were leaving he said that was a blast. The moms had a great time dancing and singing. We did the cotton eyed joe yelling Allen Eagles instead of the normal, which made me laugh. We sang some Journey, Taylor Swift, Justin Beiber, etc. It was funny how all the moms knew most of the words.
We got home and Greg and I relaxed with a beer just hanging out
2/8 - Boys had pinewood derby checkin tonight that I worked at. It was interesting seeing all the cars and how some did it for fun and some were really serious about it.
Kasey stayed home from school and swim, she got sick some but fever went away for the most part. She just didn't feel well and didn't want to eat.
Landon got Knight of the week this week. We are really proud of him
2/7 - Kasey wasn't feeling well at Grammys. She had low grade fever and didn't want to eat. Other than that she was ok.
2/3 - We celebrated Grammy's birthday by going to Bonnie Ruths for Brunch - yum. We were all stuffed though. They came back to the house for a little bit and of course kids wanted to show Grammy their rooms, and doll house, and pinewood derby car, and playing football outside. We had fun.
The boys worked on pinewood derby car in the afternoon. Kasey and I played games and hung out.
Then we all went to the park to meet the Kearns for baseball practice. The girls did a little tball hitting, and the boys practiced fielding and hitting. The girls wanted to spend some time on the playground as well.
I ran to market street to get food for dinner and to Sonic for special drinks for the kids. We all watched the first 1/2 of game then kids had to shower and get in bed at half time.
2/2 - I went to aerobics since Landon had a 10am game. It was the last class for my teacher Amy who I've been taking Saturday classes from since 2000. Sad to see her leaving, but I understand. Hopefully she'll come work out with us some.
I made it just in time for Landon's basketball game. Our guys played a tougher team so there weren't as many baskets from our guys. Landon did play good defense, point and passed more to teammates.
You could tell a difference when they didn't get that 5-10 minute practice before the game.
Greg, Doug, Landon, Mason and Gary went to the Texas vs the Nation college football game. I guess it wasn't a great game.
Kasey and I ran a few errands (which she didn't want to do), then we played the princess game. My back was hurting from morning workout so Kasey gave me a back rub and we laid down to take a short nap (or so we said). Then Kasey was playing with my hair saying she was curling it.
2/1 - I put the kids to bed in my pajamas which I never do. They asked why I was in pajamas, I said why not. I got a glass of wine and watched a chick flick.
After practice, Grandma and Pops brought over Cheesecake factory for dinner. I had ordered it ahead of time and they thought we wanted it 9:15pm so they had to wait for a while. It was a good dinner though.
2/23 - I got up to do Zumba, of course the kids had gone to bed 30 minutes late and woke up before 7. Which causes drama every time.
Landon had basketball. He got a 2-3 baskets, and played good defense and overall. We had to go right after, but coach gave Landon a white star which is the highest star for playing like Jesus would play. Coach told Landon that he was the leader of the team and did a good job. I was proud.
We went straight to a birthday party where boys played soccer. Last 5 minutes we played parents vs kids. We called it a tie.
After the party we went shoe shopping - Landon needed new tennis shoes and had grown a full shoe size. Landon found some light up star wars shoes - I told him that Greg would kill me if I got them. Landon asked if he would really kill me. I said no it's just an expression. Landon said so it would be like if it was almost girls night he wouldn't let you go. I said yea something like that.
Kids got Gatorade form the party and wanted some. I said they couldn't have any more today because they had had to much sugar. I told Landon he could take his to practice tomorrow. Kasey asked if she could take hers. I said are you going to run laps? She said no, I'm going to sit there and drink it.
Kasey helped me do dishes. She told me she is very good and helping with dishes
I had a few friends over for drinks to hang out. We ended up watching Burlesque and talking. Marisa made some yummy brownies too that we each had more than one :)
2/21 - My first day with Greg gone. I had stayed up til 1:15am working and getting stuff ready for the next day. I still got up in time to do a 30 minute work out, get both kids to school in time with Landon's lunch and Kasey's snacks for the whole class (Greg had prepared everything I just had to take them). I even got to work in time for my first meeting.
They were talking about being Green at school and they had a raffle to win a bike - Landon won it. Pretty cool.
We went to Grammy and Gramps for dinner. We had fajitas and margaritas which were good. Had fun. Gramps even made me a margarita to bring home, it was national margarita day after all.
I did some work and then watched a girly movie with my margarita
2/20 - Landon went to the dentist today. He had his other front bottom adult tooth coming in behind his baby teeth. The dentist said that that baby tooth wasn't coming out and it should be removed. He had his 2nd tooth pulled. They said that his top teeth are coming in well and should hopefully not come in behind the baby teeth.
Kasey was getting ready for bed washing her hands and she said something about peanuts. I looked at her and she said - I said peanuts not penis. I tried really hard not to laugh at that one, I didn't do very well.
2/19 - Landon and I got to go to science night at his school. We got to see baby chicks moving in eggs, a hawk that is blind in one eye, beautiful owl, learn about bio fuel and how to make ethonol. It was pretty cool, and Landon had a good time.
Landon told me that liked math and science. He thinks he's good at math and ok at science. He said I was good at math and science. Fun to have those kind of discussions.
2/17 - Since kids were at grandparents Greg and I slept in a little and decided to go to breakfast just the two of us. We went to a little crepe place right by the house and had chirizo and egg crepe, french toast with berries, and hot chocolate. We got to sit by the window which overlooked the grass and water area of Watters Creek which was really nice.
We went to pick up the kids and played a US states game with Grammy. We came back home for a while. Greg and Landon had soccer practice at 2:30 and so Kasey and I went to see Cinderella in the theater which was fun. Then Greg brought Landon up and we saw Peter Pan in the theater which was also fun.
We had dinner when we got home, and then got the kids to bed. They were pretty tired.
2/16 - Landon had basketball. Colin was sick so the game was different. Landon scored 3 baskets, and played some good defense. They played a good team so it was tough, but I thought he did pretty well.
We had lunch at Elkas, and then we had to pick up cans for Scouts for food (collecting non perishables for the community). Then we went to order Landon's baseball uniform. He is playing on the volcanoes.
Then we headed back to the house for a little while to pack kids up and hang out. Grammy came over and Kasey, Grammy and I went to Envy nails for manicure and pedicures for Grammy's birthday. Always fun for some pampering.
Greg and Landon played a little baseball, and then went for a bike ride.
When we got done Grammy took the kids to her house for dinner and to spend the night. Greg and I went to Houstons for dinner which was great, and then we went to see Die Hard (which I slept through most of it).
2/14 - We had fun Valentines. Kasey got to pick new pets with both grandparents for her and Landon. Kids enjoyed them. Greg and I got to go to Landon's Valentines party at school. We were in charge of games which is always interesting with 19 first graders. Kids had fun. I did notice this year that I think pinterest is wearing off on many people - most valentines are not simple ones anymore.
I had to work in afternoon, and then we had heart shaped Pizza that Grandma had bought us. We also got to have some Frank Family wine for dinner - that was our Valentine. Greg made us strawberry and raspberry shortcake.
Greg gave me Reeses Peanut Butter cups for Valentines and some older movies that I really wanted to see.
2/10 - Kids were a little restless. We went to lunch at Village Burger Bar, and then Landon and Greg went on bike ride to the school. I walked while Kasey rode her bike as well. She rides her bike slow, but I guess that's better than her being fast and reckless.
Landon and Greg saw a few friend and ended up playing some baseball. Kasey and I watched the boys and then we all headed back home.
2/9 - We often have busy days, but I think this one was one of the busiest.
Kasey came in at 7:20 and declared she was all better and felt fine. She was jumping off the walls. I went to 8:15 aerobics to try the new teacher out. She was ok. She doesn't do step which I was really sad about. She did a bar, kick boxing and agility which was a good workout, but not my favorite. She seems willing to try different things for the class so we'll see.
Then came home for quick get ready and headed to Landon's basketball game. Landon played a good game. He took the ball away several times on defense, got several rebounds, and scored 3-4 baskets as well.
Then I headed to Plano Senior High school for a summer camp expo for gifted and talented and special needs kids.
Headed home for a quick lunch. Then Landon and Greg headed out to put donation bags in the neighborhood for cub scounts. At 2 we were all at Elementary school near by for the Cub Scout Pinewood derby. Landon's car looked really cool. He made an A&M football field with aTm in the end zones, a field goal, and a 2 on the end. His car wasn't the fastest so didn't win, but he did get an art medal so he was very excited about it. It was fun for all of us. All the sisters were lined up to watch the race which was cute.
We came home for a few hours, and then Landon and I got ready for our Western mother/son dance. I wore my awesome cowboy hat made by Cassandra MacGregor of House of MacGregor. Other than that we basically wore button down shirts and jeans, but it worked. We met several moms and boys for dinner at 5th Street Pizza which was pretty simple and fast. Then we headed to the dance. We got a few cute pictures and then headed in to dance. Landon really wasn't sure and wasn't having to much fun, but after a while and after a cookie he started having a good time. As we were leaving he said that was a blast. The moms had a great time dancing and singing. We did the cotton eyed joe yelling Allen Eagles instead of the normal, which made me laugh. We sang some Journey, Taylor Swift, Justin Beiber, etc. It was funny how all the moms knew most of the words.
We got home and Greg and I relaxed with a beer just hanging out
2/8 - Boys had pinewood derby checkin tonight that I worked at. It was interesting seeing all the cars and how some did it for fun and some were really serious about it.
Kasey stayed home from school and swim, she got sick some but fever went away for the most part. She just didn't feel well and didn't want to eat.
Landon got Knight of the week this week. We are really proud of him
2/7 - Kasey wasn't feeling well at Grammys. She had low grade fever and didn't want to eat. Other than that she was ok.
2/3 - We celebrated Grammy's birthday by going to Bonnie Ruths for Brunch - yum. We were all stuffed though. They came back to the house for a little bit and of course kids wanted to show Grammy their rooms, and doll house, and pinewood derby car, and playing football outside. We had fun.
The boys worked on pinewood derby car in the afternoon. Kasey and I played games and hung out.
Then we all went to the park to meet the Kearns for baseball practice. The girls did a little tball hitting, and the boys practiced fielding and hitting. The girls wanted to spend some time on the playground as well.
I ran to market street to get food for dinner and to Sonic for special drinks for the kids. We all watched the first 1/2 of game then kids had to shower and get in bed at half time.
2/2 - I went to aerobics since Landon had a 10am game. It was the last class for my teacher Amy who I've been taking Saturday classes from since 2000. Sad to see her leaving, but I understand. Hopefully she'll come work out with us some.
I made it just in time for Landon's basketball game. Our guys played a tougher team so there weren't as many baskets from our guys. Landon did play good defense, point and passed more to teammates.
You could tell a difference when they didn't get that 5-10 minute practice before the game.
Greg, Doug, Landon, Mason and Gary went to the Texas vs the Nation college football game. I guess it wasn't a great game.
Kasey and I ran a few errands (which she didn't want to do), then we played the princess game. My back was hurting from morning workout so Kasey gave me a back rub and we laid down to take a short nap (or so we said). Then Kasey was playing with my hair saying she was curling it.
2/1 - I put the kids to bed in my pajamas which I never do. They asked why I was in pajamas, I said why not. I got a glass of wine and watched a chick flick.
Thursday, January 31, 2013
January 2013 Updates
1/30 - I had a ton of work to do, so I decided to stay home and be
productive. I had to eat lunch so Greg, Kasey and I had lunch with
Landon which was fun. i did get a lot done.
We went to Mi Cocina for dinner that night. Kasey looks over at me and says look I made the Millennium falcon with her chip. It was cute
1/27 - Per my facebook post - It's been an up and down day. I backed up the new car to close to the garage, but Greg was able to get the paint off the mirror and nothing broke. I dropped my phone in the garage and cracked the screen, but everything still works and the worst part is in the top right where not much happens. Now I need to go work, but feel like just going to bed.
Also Kasey had a runny nose all day, but she didn't have fever. I didn't want to jinx that one.
1/26 - Landon had a basketball game in the morning. Landon did well scoring 4-5 baskets, passing some to teammates, and playing some defense. We had to sit up on stage because of the court the boys played on. Kasey and Drew played together. They ran around, played on ipad, and had to deal with another little boy saying they were mean when they weren't. It was pretty cute.
In the afternoon we went with cub scout activity with fire station tour of new Allen fire station.
Kids were a little crazy, but enjoyed it. They were running around outside before the tour and of course my kids got mud all over their shoes so they took the tour in socks.
That night i got to see Goonies - classic 80s movie.
1/25 - We went to family fitness night at Landon's school. They had activities for kids to do, healthy snacks, skateboarding, hool a hoops, basketball, zumba, boxing, football etc. Kids had a good time. Of course I dressed in more work out clothes and most other parents were in jeans. Guess I know for next year.
After we got kids to bed I went to Market Street to get some beer for us. Jimmy Buffer concert was on which was fun.
1/23 - I had to send an email from my laptop in the morning. Kasey got her little toy laptop out and was doing email as well.
1/20 - We picked up kids, went to lunch at Snuffers. Landon and Greg played tic tac toe - they played using math and star wars symbols which I thought was pretty cool.
Greg and Landon went to work on his pinewood derby car. Kasey and I went to a birthday party for one of her school friends. It was really cute. The girls got to dress up in princess dresses, they did their hair up (Kasey got a cute braid updo), they painted their nails and got necklaces, flowers and boas if they wanted. Then the girls did a fashion show which was really cute. They did a few games and songs and had cupcakes.
Landon was pretty tired so Kasey and I went to dinner just the two of us. She wanted Mexigo so that's where we went. We brought a little home to Greg.
1/19 - Landon had another basketball game. He had been practicing during the week on dribbling. He played an all around good game. He got 3 or 4 baskets, had multiple assists, and played good defense. 2nd half he was guarding the player on the other team that was really good. He played good defense with him. He got a star for all around good play which he deserved.
In the afternoon the kids and I went up to Kaseys room turned some music on and danced and
sang. We had a good time. Landon sometimes gets rough, but otherwise we had a good time.
That night we got to go out while kids stayed at the grandparents. We went to Seasons 52 for dinner and then to see Zero Dark 30 which was good. I even stayed awake during the movie.
1/18 - We had Kasey's Parent Teacher conference at school. she seems to be doing well and they don't have any concerns. We keep asking if she throws fits or gets upset with kids in class, and they haven't seen it. I guess both of our kids save misbehaving to when they get home. I guess that's better than doing it the other way. We will put her into PreK program next year. Crazy.
Kasey threw a complete fit going to dinner so Greg stayed home with her while Landon and I went out to dinner to Mi Cocina the two of us.
1/17 - Kasey has been potty trained during the day since she was 2, but still was wearing pull ups at night. She's been doing better staying dry at night, and so we decided Thursday to let her try going commando (no pullup). She did well for first few nights. Hopefully we have end in site of no pullups.
1/7 - 1/12 - I was in Las Vegas for CES. We had a good show for work. I was in charge from our group on the set up and making sure everything came together which luckily it did. We also got some good videos with our TITV crew there. We did get to play some as well in the evenings. I got to have dinner with my cousins who live there which is always fun. We got to go out for some dinners and enjoy Vegas into the later hours a few nights. We laughed a lot.
Unfortunately I missed Landon's first basketball game on SAturday, but Greg was able to video most of it. He's excited about playing and enjoying both offense and defense. His first game he got a star for offense sense he got a basket. His friend Colin was the only other team member to get baskets.
1/6 - We went to lunch today and worked on house stuff some. In the afternoon I took the kids for a biker ride. We went across Alma and rode to Landon's school. They got to ride bikes around the black top around for a while then we headed home. Landon is doing well, but still working on getting started. He can do it on his own but takes a little bit. Kasey kept talking about her kids during the ride and that they were on a bike ride as well.
1/5 - Landon had a playdate for a few hours, Greg was painting, and so Kasey and I went to the salon for manicures and pedicures. She loves it. They have a cute pink chair back so she can sit close enough to touch the water with her feet. She got purple toes, and light pink fingernail polish with flowers on her thumbs. She also got a virgin strawberry margarita which she thought was fun. Hers didn't take as long as mine and she was worried that I wouldn't get flip flops from the salon but I did.
1/4 - AT&T Cotton Bowl Day - We had lunch with the kids at home then took them to the Grandparents. We didn't get them tickets to Cotton Bowl because it was a night game. Doug, Greg and I headed out to Jerry World to do some tailgating. We set up and watched the A&M vs Alabama game before the game. With the sun out it wasn't to bad, but I still had hat on and blanket on me.
Dave and Tracy came by as we were starting to pack up to head to the stadium. We had pretty good seats. Up high but about 20 year line. It was a great game. Finally a bowl game that we weren't sure how it would end up but we dominated. Johnny Football played great, seniors did well, and the whole team had a good time (the fans too).
Greg looked it up that he's been to 12 bowl games with only 3 wins. I've been to 8 with 2 wins so not much better. Very exciting time to be an Aggie.
1/3 - Greg started working on painting our bedroom. He got almost half done. It's the last room in the house that hasn't been painted a color.
1/1/13 - I got up about 10am which still seemed early, got ready and went to get the kiddos. We had lunch with Grammy and Gramps and hung out for a while which was nice. Landon and Grammy had made some dessert that we had to try.
We had brought home some of the poppers from the party so we went out in the afternoon and did them with the kids. Kasey couldn't throw them down hard enough so on her own she started throwing them up so that they hit the ground hard enough to go off.
We went to Mi Cocina for dinner that night. Kasey looks over at me and says look I made the Millennium falcon with her chip. It was cute
1/27 - Per my facebook post - It's been an up and down day. I backed up the new car to close to the garage, but Greg was able to get the paint off the mirror and nothing broke. I dropped my phone in the garage and cracked the screen, but everything still works and the worst part is in the top right where not much happens. Now I need to go work, but feel like just going to bed.
Also Kasey had a runny nose all day, but she didn't have fever. I didn't want to jinx that one.
1/26 - Landon had a basketball game in the morning. Landon did well scoring 4-5 baskets, passing some to teammates, and playing some defense. We had to sit up on stage because of the court the boys played on. Kasey and Drew played together. They ran around, played on ipad, and had to deal with another little boy saying they were mean when they weren't. It was pretty cute.
In the afternoon we went with cub scout activity with fire station tour of new Allen fire station.
Kids were a little crazy, but enjoyed it. They were running around outside before the tour and of course my kids got mud all over their shoes so they took the tour in socks.
That night i got to see Goonies - classic 80s movie.
1/25 - We went to family fitness night at Landon's school. They had activities for kids to do, healthy snacks, skateboarding, hool a hoops, basketball, zumba, boxing, football etc. Kids had a good time. Of course I dressed in more work out clothes and most other parents were in jeans. Guess I know for next year.
After we got kids to bed I went to Market Street to get some beer for us. Jimmy Buffer concert was on which was fun.
1/23 - I had to send an email from my laptop in the morning. Kasey got her little toy laptop out and was doing email as well.
1/20 - We picked up kids, went to lunch at Snuffers. Landon and Greg played tic tac toe - they played using math and star wars symbols which I thought was pretty cool.
Greg and Landon went to work on his pinewood derby car. Kasey and I went to a birthday party for one of her school friends. It was really cute. The girls got to dress up in princess dresses, they did their hair up (Kasey got a cute braid updo), they painted their nails and got necklaces, flowers and boas if they wanted. Then the girls did a fashion show which was really cute. They did a few games and songs and had cupcakes.
Landon was pretty tired so Kasey and I went to dinner just the two of us. She wanted Mexigo so that's where we went. We brought a little home to Greg.
1/19 - Landon had another basketball game. He had been practicing during the week on dribbling. He played an all around good game. He got 3 or 4 baskets, had multiple assists, and played good defense. 2nd half he was guarding the player on the other team that was really good. He played good defense with him. He got a star for all around good play which he deserved.
In the afternoon the kids and I went up to Kaseys room turned some music on and danced and
sang. We had a good time. Landon sometimes gets rough, but otherwise we had a good time.
That night we got to go out while kids stayed at the grandparents. We went to Seasons 52 for dinner and then to see Zero Dark 30 which was good. I even stayed awake during the movie.
1/18 - We had Kasey's Parent Teacher conference at school. she seems to be doing well and they don't have any concerns. We keep asking if she throws fits or gets upset with kids in class, and they haven't seen it. I guess both of our kids save misbehaving to when they get home. I guess that's better than doing it the other way. We will put her into PreK program next year. Crazy.
Kasey threw a complete fit going to dinner so Greg stayed home with her while Landon and I went out to dinner to Mi Cocina the two of us.
1/17 - Kasey has been potty trained during the day since she was 2, but still was wearing pull ups at night. She's been doing better staying dry at night, and so we decided Thursday to let her try going commando (no pullup). She did well for first few nights. Hopefully we have end in site of no pullups.
1/7 - 1/12 - I was in Las Vegas for CES. We had a good show for work. I was in charge from our group on the set up and making sure everything came together which luckily it did. We also got some good videos with our TITV crew there. We did get to play some as well in the evenings. I got to have dinner with my cousins who live there which is always fun. We got to go out for some dinners and enjoy Vegas into the later hours a few nights. We laughed a lot.
Unfortunately I missed Landon's first basketball game on SAturday, but Greg was able to video most of it. He's excited about playing and enjoying both offense and defense. His first game he got a star for offense sense he got a basket. His friend Colin was the only other team member to get baskets.
1/6 - We went to lunch today and worked on house stuff some. In the afternoon I took the kids for a biker ride. We went across Alma and rode to Landon's school. They got to ride bikes around the black top around for a while then we headed home. Landon is doing well, but still working on getting started. He can do it on his own but takes a little bit. Kasey kept talking about her kids during the ride and that they were on a bike ride as well.
1/5 - Landon had a playdate for a few hours, Greg was painting, and so Kasey and I went to the salon for manicures and pedicures. She loves it. They have a cute pink chair back so she can sit close enough to touch the water with her feet. She got purple toes, and light pink fingernail polish with flowers on her thumbs. She also got a virgin strawberry margarita which she thought was fun. Hers didn't take as long as mine and she was worried that I wouldn't get flip flops from the salon but I did.
1/4 - AT&T Cotton Bowl Day - We had lunch with the kids at home then took them to the Grandparents. We didn't get them tickets to Cotton Bowl because it was a night game. Doug, Greg and I headed out to Jerry World to do some tailgating. We set up and watched the A&M vs Alabama game before the game. With the sun out it wasn't to bad, but I still had hat on and blanket on me.
Dave and Tracy came by as we were starting to pack up to head to the stadium. We had pretty good seats. Up high but about 20 year line. It was a great game. Finally a bowl game that we weren't sure how it would end up but we dominated. Johnny Football played great, seniors did well, and the whole team had a good time (the fans too).
Greg looked it up that he's been to 12 bowl games with only 3 wins. I've been to 8 with 2 wins so not much better. Very exciting time to be an Aggie.
1/3 - Greg started working on painting our bedroom. He got almost half done. It's the last room in the house that hasn't been painted a color.
1/1/13 - I got up about 10am which still seemed early, got ready and went to get the kiddos. We had lunch with Grammy and Gramps and hung out for a while which was nice. Landon and Grammy had made some dessert that we had to try.
We had brought home some of the poppers from the party so we went out in the afternoon and did them with the kids. Kasey couldn't throw them down hard enough so on her own she started throwing them up so that they hit the ground hard enough to go off.
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