Walker's 1st Field Trip

Today was the day! It was finally the day for Walker's class to go to Circle Y for their 1st field trip. What a great day - the weather was wonderful, and the kids had a blast! They did everything from riding in the train, playing in the "Bouncy Things," petting (and holding) lots of animals, playing Put-Put, feeding HUGE catfish and picking out just the right pumpkin (which was a very difficult and time consuming endeavor for Walker.) But I think they all would say that the playground was their favorite! Our precious Day School Staff - Thanks for a great day!

Walker took his time and found just the right pumpkin - until he saw a cute little green one!

What a crew!

Witches, Ghosts and Goblins

We've finally gotten into the swing of decorating for Halloween. The kids were so excited to get all the Halloween stuff out of the attic. Anna Grace helped me make this ghost door hanging last year - we thought it was cute. The tattooed pumpkins make precious goblins, and we couldn't leave out the witch!

Decorating Pumpkins

Scott was gone to Knoxville this weekend for the MSU game, so the kids and I decided to do something fun on Saturday morning. We went to a local pumpkin stand for AG and Walker to pick out their own pumpkin. When we got home the kids were ready to cut into them. I explained that we were going to try something different - pumpkin tattoos. When Walker realized that we were not going to cut the pumpkins, he was not thrilled to say the least. But after I explained that we might cut a pumpkin closer to Halloween, he decided he would try to tattoos. So the kids cleaned their pumpkins up, picked their tattoo and carefully rubbed it on with wet sponges. When they pulled the paper off, we were all excited to see that the faces were adorable!

Cheetah Girls Concert

AG was so excited to be going to the Cheetah Girls concert this past Friday night. She had the sniffles, a cough and a little fever the night before, but she was bound and determined to be well so that she could go to the concert. We grabbed sandwiches from Pepper's with the Rays and then headed for the concert. I could not believe all the cheetah print we saw from head to toe on some girls. We even saw sequins and lots of "Libby Lu" dos!

So we get to our seats and light go out, and the screaming begins. Imagine thousands of 5 to 12 year olds screaming their lungs out! We all expected to see the Cheetah Girls. But, no, it was a hard rock boy band. And I do mean "boy" band (they couldn't have been more than 10-12 years old.) Next, Clique Girlz comes out. AG had never heard of them, but they did have some catchy tunes.

Finally, it was time for the Cheetah Girls. And they did put on a really good show - complete with lots of costume changes, dancing, and some pretty cool stunts. AG loved it. She knew many of the songs. She said that her favorite parts were the girls sitting in chandeliers and singing up in the air, the girls singing on raised platforms, and the confetti at the end. We was exhausted by the time it was over, but it was a great 1st concert for AG.

(I forgot my camera, but Shannon got some shots for me. I'll get them up as soon as I get them from her.)

Lounging Around

Walker and Anna Grace had a big time a the MSU game today. (GO DAWGS!!!) Needless to say, they were exhausted when they got home. So, after baths they decided to watch a movie in our room. Usually they curl up in the bed, but tonight the decided that their beanbag chairs would be more comfy. I wish I had a picture of Walker wagging that huge beanbag down the hall! It's about as big as he is!

Sunday Lunch with Family

Anna Grace and Bebe

Walker & Sam with their matching scooters.

Amazing! A good picture of all the grandkids!
AG loves the tire swing.
Walker - holding on for dear life!
This past Sunday Scott's parents invited all the kids and grandkids for Sunday lunch. Although we all live in Tupelo, we don't get to see each other very often. The kids always have the best time together. Anna Grace loves to take care of Charlotte and John David. Walker and Sam can entertain each other for hours. Lexie and Liza usually keep an eye on all the younger kids.

Bowling!!

Walker has been looking forward to his bowling party for about 3 months! On Saturday, it was FINALLY here! He was absolutely in "hog heaven!" He was bowling with his best buddies and he was getting presents and cake - what could be better?! All the kids seemed to have a really good time running between the arcade and the lanes! The bowling party was so easy. All I had to do was bring the cake and a few party favors - they even gave the birthday boy a real bowling pin. All the kids signed it for him to keep. Walker said that he was going to bowl at home with his new bowling pin - we'll see about that!

Walker's Birthday

We've been counting down to Walker's birthday for months! His day at schools was "dood" (good.) Everyone sang "Happy Birthday" and he got to blow out a candle on his cupcake. His class even wrote a book about him! Each child drew a picture of Walker and told something about him. Many kids said he was fast! Most of the girls said he was handsome! Looks like Scott and I will have our hands full in a few years!When he got home from school he was anxious to open his presents from all of us. He loved the airplane AG gave him, and the race track my sister gave him. As you can see from the picture, he was very excited about the new basketball but thought that he was going to play with it in his room (with the "Little Tikes basketball goal.) We told him to look around outside for something to go with his new basketball. When he found the new basketball goal in the back of my car, he insisted that we put it together right then (because he was the birthday boy!) Scott and I tried to get that goal up for him, but only got as far as getting the pole up. Hopefully the rest will be up by this coming weekend!

Later we met Scott's parents, Bebe and Daddy Jim, at O'Charlie's for dinner (Walker's choice.) Charlotte, Walker & AG's cousin, came with them. We had a great meal and Walker really liked the MSU belt Bebe & Daddy Jim gave him.

After eating we made our way to the Tupelo Fair. The kids had a great time and didn't even seem tired when we dropped Charlotte off at 10:30 pm! Walker declared that his birthday was the best! (Wow, he hadn't even had the party yet!)

Happy Birthday Walker!

Happy 5th birthday Walker!!!

I can't believe Walker is already 5! Seems like the years are flying by! I looked back at pictures from when he was born, and it seems like yesterday! He shouldn't be old enough to be in Kindergarten (Ok, he's not supposed to be in Kindergarten yet), playing soccer, doing Math, or starting to read. At least he still young enough to still want Mama to sleep with him at night, kiss boo-boos, give high-5s, give baths, and play games. I am so glad that I am still the most important person in his sweet life - I know it won't last too much longer.

Visit to Nana's & PopPop's House

Last weekend the kids and I decided to go to Brandon to visit my parents - Nana & PopPop. Anna Grace and Walker were so excited to see them as well as my sister, Kristina, and her family. Lily recently turned 1 so the kids were busting at the seams to give her the gift they picked out - a pink ride-on horse. Lily loved it, but was not too sure about riding it. She was content to just push the button to play the music and push the horse around.

Omelets are a breakfast tradition at my parents' house. My kids love to help make them on Saturday mornings. Walker really enjoys cracking the eggs!

Since Nana & PopPop will not be able to come to Walker's birthday party, they gave him their gift early. The MSU beanbag was a perfect gift for him. He has had the best time wagging that thing around the house to lounge in it and watch TV!