Santa!

We went and found Santa at the Bass Pro Shop, and Carson agreed (finally!) to meet the jolly old man. After an introduction from dad, Carson sat on his lap and told him what he wanted...which included 'all the star wars guys,' and GeoTrax. Then, we stepped over to the play area and Carson took aim with a Red Rider BB Gun...he's a lot like his dad when it comes to guns, and he was in heaven.

'Jingle Bells, Jingle Bells...'

We had a fun (and busy) week getting ready for the holidays. Carson made cookies with Miss Corinne, and they had fun making a huge cookie dough mess. Then, we decorated the cookies with some of our MOMS Club friends...and we are still finding sprinkles around the kitchen :). Then Carson put on his Santa suit and we went to sing ('jingle bells') for a local retirement home. He had a great time running around and visiting with everyone. Stay tuned for Carson's visit with Santa himself.

Christmas Countdown

Grandma Karen sent Carson an advent calendar and he's really been enjoying it. Every day, sometimes 2 or 3 times, he'll tell me "we forgot to do the advent calendar." It's the kind with little chocolates inside, so that's why he wants to open more than one each day :). Michael and Carson also made an advent chain (patterned after the one's we used to make.) The red and green rings are regular days, yellow is when we get on a plane and fly to CA, and blue is Christmas! Carson loves it when you ask "what does the yellow one mean?" He gets a big smile, laughs, and talks about getting on the plane to go see everyone! He's more excited about that day than Christmas :).

Holiday Fun

We went on a hay-ride through Pecan Grove the other night to look at Christmas lights. The Millers and Dowtys were with us and we all had a great time :). Carson, as always, was the rowdy one. He wanted to stand up tall and feel the breeze in his hair. Luckily, dad held on tight. Carson loves all the blow-ups again this year, and we have a neighbor with tons of them. During the day Carson always asks why the lights and blow-ups aren't on...he thinks they should be on 24-7. Grandma Connie bought us this cool bundt pan, and we finally used it to make a gingerbread house. Carson loved eating everything (especially the icing) just as much as loved putting it on the house.

We Finally Fished!!

My Mom and Dad finally took me fishing in our lake. Good thing my Dad packed a sucker! I like holding the fish, and especially the GRUBS!!!!

Our NEW Turkey Day Tradition

This has become our new Thanksgiving tradition. We got up early and went to the annual Turkey Trot. We've walked the 5K the past two years, but maybe some year we'll run :). Carson loved the starting line, and got down like a track runner and did his own official start. Of course, Michael ended up carrying him alot of the way, but by the end he said he wanted to run the Kid's K, which is about 1/2-mile. Amazingly, he ran the whole way, with Michael right along side...hee hee!

Train Museum

Carson had a great time at the museum on Friday with his MOMS Club friends. The very loud bell was definitely a highlight for him.

Who is Who?

My friend Jennifer lent Megan this CUTE bee costume that her daughter Corinne wore last year. They both look as cute as can BEE...and related!!!!

Happy Halloween!

Sir Carson, our brave little knight

The Trick or Treat Crew...Carson, Corinne, Megan, Channing, Jackson, & Gavin Carson and Corinne held hands for a few houses, too cute!

The Haul--and sweaty helmet head! We had a really fun time with our neighbors and friends. The kids were great, and they all filled their bags to the brim.

Visit from Little Miss Mee

Rachel, Megan, and Vicki came to visit this past week, and we had fun spending time with them and enjoying the nice Fall weather.

Carson and Megan didn't always work on the same schedule, and Carson wasn't used to having someone to compete with...he loved it when she cried and screamed ;).

Megan can't take a bad picture!

Carson was stoked for Halloween and ready for some trick or treating.

Then and Now

Oh my, how time does fly! Carson loved doing this reenactment :) April 06 October 08

What a busy boy

I've been busy this Fall...at the Fair Getting artisitc... Having fun with my buddies...

Yep, those are chickens, mmmmhmm.... And doing my favorite warm weather activity....anything that involves water!

During The Game

There are 2 posts of this game, see below... While Uncle Tony watched the game; I stuffed my mouth with popcorn I love when the train took off over the right field wall, CHOO CHOO!! Uncle Tony bought me some Cracker Jacks!! Uncle Tony held me between innings. I was trying to get on the big screen, no luck! The grand finale, chocolate ice cream!