Look Out Fish

When Maddie's game ended, Reed loaded up and headed home with us for a few days.  We really missed the girls, but had a ball with him! After some serious yard work one day, and a visit with our local banker, we ventured out for a little fishing trip! Pop got a pontoon boat last year for Papa and the babies, and it really makes fishing with the little ones so much easier. It's all set up in the pond and ready to go!

He also helped me with vacuuming the pool........(It wasn't really hooked up, but he worked really hard!)

We also made some cookies!

He also helped Pop work on the ski boat!

And then we fished.............

Playing with the minnows is almost as much fun as actually fishing!

Fishing is serious business!  

Getting the pole just right takes lots and lots of work!

Oh this boy!

He was very patient for a very short time!!!!

And his sidekicks were always nearby, helping him spot the big one!

Buddies!

I know I might be a tad bit prejudice. but this is one precious little one!  Those blue eyes are going to break hearts one day!

And those curls are still trying to hold on!

We may have only caught one fish.....

but, it was a really good day!

But, when he's over it, he's over it!!!  Time to head home!

Until next time........

Wrapping up the Season

Maddie's last regular season soccer game was a good one!  They wrapped up the season with a win!  This has been such a fun experience, and I am so glad she ventured out and tried something new.  Pop and I still have a very long way to go before we truly understand what's going on, but we're determined to get there!! It was a really stress free regular season, and she learned so much!

Game time!

Let me set this up for you - Maddie is hustling down the field kicking the ball............

And she scores!!!!!  Hallelujah!!  First goal of the season for her!!!!! (And I got a picture of it going through the goal!!) There's not a lot of scoring in soccer, and she has come close several times.  It was great to see her score! One thing I've learned is that you don't have long to celebrate!  I had just started yelling, "Yeah Maddie", and they were already headed back down the field!!

But, look at that smile!!!  

Is that not precious?  That's what it's all about!!

Back down the field again!!

The running never, ever stops!!

Good Game!

Thanks Coach!  It's been a wonderful season!!

Look out All Stars-we're coming for you!!!

Oh Happy Day!

Happy birthday to you! What a blessing you are to our family!  We hope your day is just as special as you are!!

Look how much sweet Levi has grown!!

Enjoy your special day! 

Mudbugs and Family

I don't eat those little  mudbugs called crawfish, but I'm thankful that they allow us the opportunity to get together with family.  After a very big baseball win in the 3rd round playoffs this past weekend, our Gordo family joined us for some family fun. There were smiles, laughs, and hopefully new memories were made.

Hanging out while we wait to eat! 

Pop had some good help getting them ready!

Supper's ready! This is only a small portion! 

Rumor has it that it was a toss up between Scott and Lindsey as to ate the most!

Where is Gracie?  I have no pictures of her!!

Pool fun, Tic Tac Toe and more crawfish!

Lillan named the flamingo McKenna.......Just thought I'd share that little tidbit of information!

I can't wait until our next get together!!

Jacob's Ladder

This is another one of those post's that is slightly out of order.  A couple of weekends ago, we went to Alex City for Jacob's Ladder Sunday.  Lillian performed, but sweet Reed decided he'd just wait until next year.  While there, we spent a relaxing afternoon of playing in the yard.

Lillian is determined to swim this year. She has been practicing going under in this big bucket and getting the rings.  This is a really big deal for this cutie!!! Is she not just precious?

These two are tight!! He's helping her round up those rings!

Maddie is helping Lillian with those soccer skills.

 

Shhhh.......Don't tell anyone because this big girl doesn't know it yet, but she made All-Star in soccer!  I still don't have a clue what's really going on, but I've enjoyed this season.  She's been awesome!

Cheese!!!!

Look out Nemo!

Now to the program.....Obviously, this picture was taken before Reed's haircut. :) 

Lillian has come so very far!  No more tears and refusing to sing!  She's all smiles and sings loud and proud!!!! And we love it!

What a Group!!