Date with Daddy

Last Thursday, Super Dave took Sissy to the Dads n Daughters Valentine Dance at church. I'm so glad they decided to go; they had a great time. A sweet memory for both of them to treasure. What a great, handsome Daddy and such a sweet, beautiful girl. Momma Wolg

More Pictures from our 2nd Snow

After I posted the pictures from our 2nd snow of the year, which was primarily ice at that point, it snowed the next day. So, finally, I am posting some of the pictures from the 'snow day'. For some, this amount of snow is not impressive, but for North Texas, we'll take it. And in true Texas fashion, it is now in the 70's and 80's...about time to pull out the flip flops again. :)

Momma Wolg

Growing Up

Say it isn't so? My little girl is not so little anymore. A couple weeks ago, Sissy went to her first children's retreat at church. In other words, she slept away from home...without her Mom. She's had many sleep overs, but only with family members or close friends.

It feels like she's hitting a milestone. Not just the retreat, but with Sissy out growing her "little girl" things. Part of me is excited to see her grow up and I'm so proud. However, part of me is sad. As we've started getting rid of some stuff in the house, like toys the kids have outgrown. It about brought me to tears as I boxed up baby dolls and princess stuff. Remembering a time past, never to return. But, I'm also looking forward to new adventures and memories together.

Hugs and Kisses to my sweet girl. Momma Wolg

Sissy and her BFF going to the "Whatever" Children's Retreat

Such a sweet friendship...reminds me of my childhood friend "Bye Mom"

She's probably thinking...You can go now Mom.

Nope, can't make me; I'm watching you leave.

Back from the retreat...Sissy had a blast! She's happy, tired and dirty. And, she's ready for summer camp now.

First Snow of 2011

SNOW!

Woo Hoo! First snow of the year. There's not much snow, but we'll take it.

We had to play in it, of course. And, I got to play with my new camera.

Hopefully, this will not be the only snow this year. Love it. Reminds me of all the snow growing up in West Texas and traveling to NM and CO.

TEXAS Size Snow Ball

Christmas 2010

Another Christmas here and gone. I don't really want to put up the decorations. JT refuses to believe it's really over. I LOVE Christmas, celebrating the birth of our Savior, and the warmth of the season. Could you imagine if people had the CHRISTmas spirit throughout the year? Giving, volunteering, doing for others, trying hard to make sure those in need don't go without, attending church, spending time with friends & family, singing, telling others you love them and thinking about them, beautiful decorations, wonderful food, celebrating Jesus' birth... I could go on, but you get the picture. Could you imagine?

As we do each year, we stayed home for Christmas and attended Christmas Eve service at church. And, as always, we had a wonderful Christmas! Grammy & Papa came. I SO enjoy the eve service, singing carols, hearing the Christmas story and lighting candles. My favorite is looking at my children in the candle light, treasuring them as a gift from God and the amazement at how much they have grown in a year, and remembering the most important birth of all.

On Christmas, Uncle Paul and family joined us as well. The kids were so EXCITED to see their cousins. We had a great time eating, visiting and playing games. LOTS of laughter and LOTS of food.

I hope all of you had a blessed Christmas, as we did.
Much love, Momma Wolg

Sissy is "helping" make holiday goodies. Chocolate!

Santa brought Sissy a big girl bike in her favorite color. Woo Hoo!
Barely awake, JT came in to find Santa brought him a new bike, a.k.a. motorcycle.
Wow! Santa saw him at the store when he found this bike and cried because he wanted it so.

Although it was COLD outside, the kids took a quick ride on their new bikes.

Daddy had to try too.

Opening presents with their cousins.

Another emergency vehicle...happy boy.

the 'dramatic duo'

Lyndsey with her new DS

Kids table

Adult table (Zach, maybe next year you can join the kids table)

SOME of us got a nap.

Can we NOT make the hunting game a tradition? Yawn.

My Third Grader

My sweet third grader has been busy at school. Besides all the holiday stuff at school and the winter class party, the third grade had their school musical program. This year was "How the Penguins Saved Christmas", which is ironic if you know Daddy's parenting story about little penguins. Amazingly enough, I got no calls from the school. Whew! Made it through that.

Sissy made an adorable penguin. Here's her long-time buddy. They have grown up so much since Kindergarten. Unfortunately, my camera was not cooperating and I didn't get many good pic's. It was such a cute program. Great job third graders and Mrs. Irick.

Sissy also had a presentation at school for being chosen as Student of the Month for her class in October. Her Daddy and I are so proud of her! The criteria to select the students are: putting forth their best effort, the qualities of trustworthy, responsible, respectful, fair, caring and a good citizen, and sets a good example for others. Great job Sissy!!

On honor roll too

Thanksgiving 2010

Well, I'm running behind posting pictures and blog posts since Thanksgiving. This is just a busy time of year. I can not believe Christmas is less than a week away!

We went to Grammy and Papa's in Lubbock for Thanksgiving. AND, Daddy's Uncle Faun, Yolanda and Ethan came too. The kids had such a great time playing with their cousin. Everyone had a great time, great food (thanks Grammy) and great time away.

I made a quick trip over to New Mexico to see Mimi, who had surgery on her wrist. I got to see Dad for dinner also. It was great to see them both. I'm happy to report that Mom is doing well! My sister and I got Mom a Keurig coffee maker for Christmas. I took it to her for an early so I could set it up and she could start using it while in a cast on her Right arm. She likes it (I liked it - jealous).

So much I'm thankful for, but I think that will be a separate post. :) Momma Wolg

Grammy had a fun activity planned...decorating 'turkey' cookies.

Ethan is getting a little help from Yolanda.

Here's JT with his cookies. Mom even helped make a 'batman' cookie.
Sissy, the big girl, doesn't need any help. :)

The chocolate icing was good!

The gang for Thanksgiving dinner

The weather was so nice we got to spend some time outside playing.

Beautiful Fall Trees in Grammy & Papa's yard

Buddy, 1 of Grammy's 3 cats. He is by FAR the biggest!

Buddy Budah

Here's Clyde, the lion

Gracie, the beautiful black cat, is people and camera shy.