Kaitlin's Sendoff

We took a trip to Lubbock to see Kaitlin before she left for Japan.  We are so proud of her and her commitment to the US Navy!

21st Cavalry Brigade Final Flight

 The 21st Cavalry Brigade was stationed at Ft. Hood, but trained here in Brownwood at Camp Bowie.  The Apache Brigade flew to Brownwood Airport one last time before they were deactivated.  We took the boys out to see a ceremony to honor the Brigade and watch them fly away one last time.  It was very impressive to see all of the helicopters and pilots take off all together.  Something the boys will always remember!

Young Scholars Camp

Thomas, Will, Cate and many other kids participated in Howard Payne University's Young Scholars Camp.  The kids had a great time learning about robotics, 3-D Printing, computer programming, music and physical activities.  

 The kids each earned a certificate at the end of camp.

 Cate and the boys ~ lots of fun memories!

Proud of our Young Scholars!

VBS

The boys, Cate and Evan hit the VBS trail again this summer!  The older 3 went to 3 different VBS's, but I forgot to take pictures at the last one!

 Will and Evan are excited about VBS!

 A great week wrapping up!

 The kids were detectives for Jesus ~ complete with hand prints!

These 3 have the best (and biggest) smiles!

Laquita's Birthday

Mother and I went to lunch at The Turtle and did a little shopping for her birthday.  We had a great time with each other ~ while Granddaddy was hanging out with Thomas and Will!

4th of July 2014

The boys made cupcakes to take to their grandparents, GG, cousins and Aunts.  They also made these 3 for their cousin Kaitlin who is in the Navy.

Dad had to work, but GG took the boys and I to lunch at The Hideout.  The view is beautiful!

We spend the day at the Country Club swimming and playing with friends.  Then we went home and cleaned up and headed back up there for dinner and fireworks!

Cate, Evan, Thomas and Will ~ Love these kiddos!

Thomas and his friend Ty

The best seats in the house to watch the fireworks!

Visiting Albany

My parents, the boys and I made a quick trip to Albany to visit my lifelong friend Susan and her kids Blake and Keeley.  We had a great visit!  It's so fun to see our kiddos playing together!