Tractors, The University of Texas, and Theaters

As mentioned in past posts, we have been creative on outings this Summer while trying to stay cool. One such outing with hosted by the Pflugerville Community Library entitled, "Tractor Petting Zoo." It was a chance for kids to get their hands on all kinds of city trucks, tractors, and equipment. E especially enjoyed touching each and every lever, handle, and wheel. Nana was in town to experience the fun:

Check out Nana with John Deere Green!

E and I ventured to The University of Texas one afternoon as I felt like it is never to early to start the UT influence...while there we checked out the Tower and the Co-Op. I found a shirt that says, "Future Longhorn Arriving Soon." I have worn it often this Summer! While on campus, E noted all the longhorns and kept saying, "There is Papa's longhorn!" Too cute!

Here we are at the Bob Bullock Museum across from UT. We went to see the 3D Imax called "Born to be Wild." It was a great documentary which was just long enough to capture E's attention of all the babies in the wild.

At the beginning of the 3D movie, he was grasping to try to reach out for the animals...

W.e. Hiking Walnut Creek

W has been a trooper to get e out some evenings and usually gives him the choice of a hike, bike ride, or swim. Either way e choices, he can not go wrong getting time with his daddy! What adventures and tales they have to share no matter the length they are gone. Check out the images below from their most recent hike to Walnut Creek:

We told E to get his hiking gear on and he surprised us with this ensemble.

Thank God for camel-backs which hold water for both my boys!

Off to the woods they go!

"Watch out dad, we told mom we would be home by dark."

The most deserving dou for an ice cream treat! Not sure why I put a bib on e. Did you see how dirty his shirt was... Boys will be boys!

E and Baby G's ritual

The last few weeks we have allowed E to "paint" Baby G aka mom's growing belly with udder butter lotion. During this time we talk to Baby G and E always seems eager to speak into the microphone aka mom's belly button. Check out the hilarious video that shows our ritual:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YmvPT7rQJAk

Be ready to LOL!

Our Sea World Adventure Offered Killer Whales, Heat, and Crowds

After hearing that W's company picnic was at Sea World this Summer, we bought as many cheap tickets as we could for the fun to come. A & A joined us for the outing and were so cool despite the record heat and crowds. We ventured to the Shamu show, walked to see dolphins being fed, and made a decent attempt at the Lost Lagoon aka Rio LOCO! Uncle A promised to buy all dippin' dots once we were able to escape the water park. There were so many people that they were holding back the entrance way to the water park...needless to say, soon after lunch, we ventured back to our own exclusive attraction aka Gigi and Papa's Canyon Lake Resort and blow up pool! It was the highlight of our day!! Check out the pictures below of our fun that weekend.

Shamu Rocks!

Mom had on her best smile...it was still early on in our day...

What we got to come home to...Baby D and E...a new meaning of kissing cousins!

Such a neat friendship forming between the two! Can't wait for Baby G to join them...

Out to the pool for some clean water fun! Glad to have escaped the Rio LOCO.

Always grateful for Pa's amazing meals. Notice his three sous-chefs...

Here are some of our garden contributions to Papa's meals. We love steamed swiss chard!

To the waterfront they go. E has been quite the scavenger lately.

Gigi and E gearing up at the growing beach front!

Sizzling Summer

We are now at 41 days at 100*+ heat! The average is usually 13.5 days...Being pregnant during this sizzling Summer has not been fun. Despite the heat, we are trying to stay cool having fun indoors during the afternoons and outdoors as the sun goes down.

E with his girlfriend swimming in our backyard oasis.

This trampoline has been one of the best investments. Only E can jump on it as it is low to the ground and has a weight limit...He is getting higher and higher everyday.

Look who is just like daddy drinking straight from the cereal bowl!

It is nice to have another pregnant mom surviving the Texas heat. Baby Grover is due 1.5 months after Baby G. Excited for these new parents!

Papa had a birthday recently and we were thrilled to celebrate with him and Gigi at Green Pastures. The Sunday brunch is like no other is town. What a treat!

Here is our family photo of the 3 of us soon to be 4! Around 26 weeks in this picture and counting...

Independance Day Festivities

Happy July 4th! What a treat this holiday weekend has provided us as we have had two short work weeks, back-to-back. We have caught up on family time together and tried to stay cool in this brutal Texas heat. On Friday, our neighbors got together for a block party and on Sunday the Garrison side of the family got together in Temple. Check out the pictures from our family fun: What a crew!We were all thrilled to hear S. play the piano. It always reminds me of the beautiful pieces that she played for our wedding 5 years ago!Two beautiful ladies inside and out!

Baby D was such a trooper throughout the gathering. Love that handsome boy!

The last slide of photos are of E, GiGi, and Pa racing. (click on the image to see a larger view of the pictures) As you can see, E got away fast leaving both GiGi and Pa in the dust. At the finish line, he was set up and ready for the next race.

Happy Independance Day from our family to yours!

Our 'Lil Slugger

Ethan has picked up a new skill, thanks to Gigi and Papa!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tSibCmf0qrg
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ShYfEbiruTQ