School Pics

The official one . . .

An unofficial one . . .

An Instagram truth . . .

Ghosts and Goblins

Gymboree had the cutest glow-in-the-dark PJs that I found for the crew this Halloween season. Turns out they both had the opportunity to sport them at school for Pajama Day. The little skeletons were a big hit!

Addi's school hosted its annual carnival, so the crew took advantage of another opportunity to show off their PJ costumes in public.

Whatever happened to the Cake Walk????

And for Halloween night, the crew was set as Super Girl and Chase from Paw Patrol. Ashley actually started them out on their candy-seeking adventure; Red and I caught up with them a little later. I think the bounty will last for many months!

Final Day: State Fair of Texas

Didn't think we were gonna make it to sunny South Dallas this year, but we managed. The weather was fabulous, and a good time was had by all!

Big Texas welcomes all in his new duds . . .

  

Couldn't resist . . .

Nothing but cans - just amazing . . .

A little fun on the Midway . . .

A Few Back to School Firsts!

Mr. Partington eagerly awaited Addisyn and the rest of her classmates for the 2015-2016 school year at Daulton Elementary. This year will be chalked full of learning experiences!

1st day of 1st grade

 1st "barber" haircut - like a champ

And some random art from Addi for Dia de los Muertes . . .

Vacation in the Piney Woods

Ash and Red have a timeshare at The Villages in Flint, Texas. Since Red is transitioning to becoming a feeder driver and his schedule in unpredictable, he wasn't able to join the gang. I was invited to tag along for a few days of fun before the start of school.

Killing time before we check in . . .

Bug is still not aquatic-minded. He and Ash left early for his nap, but of course the mermaid wanted to shut the indoor water park down.

 My roomie . . . sideways in the bed as usual

A few hours at Lake Palestine that morning. Addi and Ashton's Cousin Taylor hooked us up with a quick paddle boat ride. Lots of work for me and Ash, but the kids enjoyed it. Ducks, turtles, and fish were eagerly awaiting our bounty of goodies.

Finished the day at the Tyler Zoo. No, it's not Fort Worth, but it's a zoo, and the crew loves animals. Short visit (though I think we saw everything); my migraine was in full force, and Ashton developed constipation issues. We were a mess!

Addi and the ocelot

The largest rodent in the world - yuck!

Chillin' - it was HOT by then!

Delayed 6th Birthday Celebration

Long story short . . .

I wasn't able to attend Ladybug's 6th birthday party at Skatium in Arlington!

The party when on without me (drama included - but Miss Savanah recovered quickly), so after my return from San Marcus with a great group of kiddos, I promised Addi a personal party redo with a friend of her choice. She chose Hawaiian Falls and Brielle of course. We spent the WHOLE day enjoying the sunshine and water!

July is Jumpin'

Summer is in full swing!

Ashton graduated to big boy underwear full time.

Gotta love his attempt at the stars and stripes! Happy Fourth of July!