Happy Halloween!

We had a super duper Halloween. Kelsey was a Geisha and Taylor was Padame from Star Wars. We spent the evening eating chili, hot dogs, and LOTS of candy. The girls went trick or treating around the neighborhood then came home to play in the fogger our neighbors had across the street. LOTS OF FUN. I was Cat in the Hat and stayed very warm on the chilly night.

The Soccer Player

Little Taylor started soccer and loves it. She is so cute and is finally getting the hang of the game. 2 more games left.

Eat more Chicken

Taylor finally is not scared of the costumed character. A picture at the mall.

SOCCER STAR

The Soccer Player

Taylor is now on the Thunder soccer team. She has been begging to play soccer for at least 2 years and now she is learning the game. Today she had her first practice - she is exhausted. HA! HA! She realized that it is more than just kicking a ball into a net - side cramps and all. She was so cute. She had a blast and did great for never playing before. She does need to overcome her 2 left feet. What a cutie.

Just a few pictures!!

School News

The girls finished a full week of school and are off to a good start this week. Both really like their teachers and I think it will be a great year. I was so excited on the first day, no tears. I know I will be a little emotional next year when Kelsey goes to middle school. She really is changing and growing everyday before my very eyes. I am afraid I will wake up one day soon and she will be grown. My baby is growing up!!

2 Days left!

2 days left of summer! The girls had "Meet the Teacher Night" last night. Kelsey and Taylor both were lucky and have awesome teachers. This is a picture of them in front of the school. I am so excited if you could not tell!!!

A Hairy Scary Situation!!

On Friday, I took Kelsey and Taylor to see Miranda - THE best hair person EVER! Both got their hair cuts and now look presentable after a long summer of the "heathen" look. Kelsey looks so grown up. Now the scary part. While Taylor was standing to get her hair cut, she must have locked her knees and almost passed out. She turned pale and green, sweaty, and sick to her stomach. We rushed to bathroom where she threw up and could barely stand. After some cool water and a lollipop for a little sugar - she recovered nicely and was able to finish her hair cut. The mommy adventures to be contiued.....

What a sweetie!!

Taylor left me a picture on my iPhone! She is so sweet!

BOGIE!

I told you there would be more to come concerning the dog sitter... AKA Kelsey Anne Vela! Bogie is with us and we are loving every minute. What a good little guy!! He has yet to sleep with Phil and I, which he usually does. He is now sharing his bed with Kelsey or Taylor. We have been replaced. Kelsey carries him everywhere - poor thing can not get any exercise and Taylor just feeds him doggie treats. If I was guaranteed I would get a dog as good as Bogie.. I would get one for the girls.

The Bee Sting

So, Yesterday morning I was awakened by a horrific cry. Kelsey was outside with Bogie and it actually sounded like a body part had been taken off. Kelsey was getting out of the chair and placed her arm down on a bee. Apparently the bee was not happy and placed his little stinger in her arm. After I calmed her down enough to find out what happened - this is what I found ... pictures below. Her arm started to swell, so being the good nurse I circled and watched for swelling. 5 minutes later, the swelling had increased. Hydrocortisone cream and a benadryl later - all is finally well. I was a little nervous that she would react like Taylor did a few years ago when a wasp stung her in the arm. Needless to say, I now carry an epi pen for Taylor. Aww, the adventures with the girls! To be continued........

Poor Ginger!

While Steve, Trisha, and baby Grace (Oh don't forget baby Claire), were on summer vacation, Kelsey was lucky that she got to care for Ginger. She wants a dog so bad - NOT gonna happen anytime soon. So, any chance to dog sit is good for us because we can give it back. Anyhow, Ginger came with a few warnings - she doesn't like to be carried. Well as you know, Kelsey has a mind of her own. She carried her everywhere and I have to say Ginger was a good sport. Ginger also got a makeover in the Kelsey Vela dog salon that was located in her bathroom. We are dog sitting for Bogie this week - I am sure I will have more pictures to show.

The 3 LOVES of my LIFE!

Lunch with Grandma and Rappa!

Grandma and Grandpa with the girls!

Shopping with ZiZi!

To get ready for school, ZiZi took the 3 of us shopping. She bought shoes, clothes, and a few goodies for mommy. Gotta LOVE ZiZi. This is a picture from lunch. THANKS ZIZI!!!!

Bootylicious!

HAD to post - so cute!!

A trip to Canyon Lake

Thanks to Aunt Wendy and Uncle Rob, we all made our way to Canyon Lake for a day on the water and some fun in the sun. The girls loved every minute. Reminds me of our childhood days on the lake. We all needed a little R & R. We did leave around 2pm - this Texas summer has been HOOOTTTT!

Daddy is now Over the Hill!

You guessed it!! This summer, Phil turned the big 40. We enjoyed a family barbeque at the Dudley's house in Canyon Lake with yummy ribs. I want to say that it was a tragic day, but it never phased Phil. He must have had his mid-life crisis years ago. HA! HA! Yes, He is DEFINITELY a JUNE!!

I am now 7 years old!

Taylor spent her special day with a small family party at Momaks - a family favorite. She received LOTS of goodies and had a blast.

Summer Festivities!

So, I have alot to catch up with everyone. While I have been mostly working, the girls have been busy. With Taylo's birthday, art lessons with Grandma Anne, Daddy's birthday (will have a special post), summer camp at Aunt Wendy and Uncle Rob's, boating on Canyon Lake, swimming, and dog sitting for Ginger - these girls have barely come up for air. Not to mention the everyday workings of 2 little girls that are full of energy. They have been going to bed late and sleeping in till at least 10am every morning - (NICE FOR ME). What a challenge it will be the first week of school.

Learning Something NEW!!

Hi All.

As if I needed one more thing to do, right?

I have enjoyed reading baby Grace's blog so much that I decided to make one for our family.

We have been busy bees over the summer and now we are FINALLY getting ready to go back to school. I think the girls are more excited than I am ... NOT! Enjoy all the pictures and updates. So much more to come!