





We went to Galveston for a "family" Mardis Gras parade that had a super hero theme. The Millers, Lows, and Dowtys came too, and we all had a lot of fun watching the parade and catching beads. Grandma Connie is here visiting, and she got in on catching beads too! Carson ended up with a huge pile of beads and then passed out in the car on the way home! Ahhhh, Mardis Gras!








Carson celebrated his 3rd birthday with his good friends and family this past weekend. He chose the Transformers theme, complete with 
We took Carson to a Pirates and Princesses party at a local restaurant the other night. Mom & Dad threw together a silly costume at the last minute, and Carson was thrilled to become a 



We celebrated Michael's birthday at the beginning of January, and Carson had a blast singing to his dad. We are fortunate here in Texas to have some beautiful winter weather, and we take advantage of it with park and zoo visits. And of course, Carson and Mom spent 1/20 watching the inauguration festivities and soaking up the promise of change to come...however, Carson seems to have latched on to the predominantly 'red' tendencies of this state, and if you ask him who he voted for, he'll tell you John McCain...much to his mother's chagrin :/. Big sigh! I know all of my Republican (I love you in spite of this major, I mean minor flaw) friends will take great joy in that fun fact. :)



We had a great trip to CA for the holidays...which I realize were a LONG time ago, but I couldn't not blog them. Anyway, lots of fun with family and friends. Carson loves being with his grandparents, aunts, uncles, and cousins, and many CA buddies. He's in heaven when we are there. Now, we'll move forward and blog January...which is now over as well (big sigh.) I'll get back on track, don't worry. :)



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.
