Hiding under a rock??

I'm sorry it's been so long since my last post. I was happy to see all the emails that I needed to update, I'm so happy so many of our family/friends use this site to keep up with us. I don't even know where to begin. Adam and the kids are doing great in school. Adam had test in both classes last week, he was really worried - I still don't know why! He brought home a 100 and a 90 something. Aiden is learning SO much SO fast in reading school, he has amazed us all. We just got word from Ryann's mom that her first report card came in and it was AWESOME! She is excelling in everything, but again; I'm not surprised! Ryann also finally learned to tie her shoes!! I can't wait to see her do it. We worked and worked on this a week or so ago, she was SO close; but didn't get the hang of it before we had to take her back to her mommy. I know she is so proud of herself, and so are we!!!!

If you've checked out our pictures lately you'll see I've been slacking there too. We've just been SO busy - I promise to try and do better. Last weekend we took the kids to the park. We played and had a picnic and feed the ducks and goose. Ryann was a little scared, but stuck it out and had a good time! She told me she was a little afraid because they didn't say "quack", isn't that funny!

We also went to Carson and Cambree's homecoming game. They were so CUTE!!! They both did a great job!!!


Aiden played his first game of "football" while we were there too. He is such a big boy! The kids that he was playing with were 4 and older... he did a great job keeping up, and he wasn't much smaller than any of them -I love my big boy!!!

I'm sure I'm rambling... that tends to happen when I haven't updated in a while...sorry. I've started scrap booking again. I didn't really know just how far behind I am. I'll get caught up one day. I just finished up his first birthday.... and I'm now planning his 3rd! I've got a lot to do!!

We're all ready for Halloween. Aiden is SO excited! He is going to be a spider. I can't help but think he picked it just to freak out his sister. You see, Ryann HATES spiders; and Aiden being a true little brother thinks that is SO funny! I told him he was going to be the cutest little spider ever, and he told me, "No Mommy, I won't be cute; I be very very scary!" Isn't that too funny? I have been enjoying my little boy so much these days. He is so sweet and smart, and FUN! He keeps me smiling, that's for sure.

I guess that's it for now... pictures are up - check them out!

Busy busy!

I don't think I've ever gone this "long" with out an update on here before. It hasn’t' been because there are no updates, but rather we've been far to busy to post. I don't even know where to start!

I guess biggest news first, Uncle Brent graduated!!!!!! It's a few days later, and we can officially call him Coach Nabors. How cool is that?!! Brent will be teaching ninth grade English and coaching soccer. Can you think of a better job for him? We are all so proud of Brent!

Aiden officially moved up to the level one class at gymnastics tonight. He did pretty well, better than I expected. This was his first class with his new coach(s) and Gamma and GG came to watch. I think he was a tiny bit preoccupied with that during parts of the class. Over all though he did very well.

As I said before, we've been busy. Ryann's had soccer games the past two Sundays. She is doing great. Still a little afraid of the bigger girls, but doing good; and most important having a wonderful time! We took the kids skating earlier this week. That was fun. Ryann got some inline skates for her birthday and couldn't wait to learn to use them. I don't have any pictures, but after a half hour or so she was doing it all by herself!!!! She and Aiden had so much fun; I think we'll try to go back later this week. Monday we went back to the water park. It was a blast! This time Carson and Cambree joined us. Adam was glade to have someone to ride all the big rides with, and Ryann was tickled pink to have a girl "her size" to ride with. Aiden was just happy to be in the sun and water! Adam and I are also in the middle of painting the house. I've decided I hate painting. I'll be so happy when we are finished! It looks great, but I'll be thrilled if I never see another gallon of paint, brushes, tape - you get my point!

Ryann's last soccer game is Saturday at three. We are still trying to get things worked out so we can have some type of celebration for her before/after the game. I'll email with details as soon as we get that figured out.

I FINALLY got all of July's pictures up. I really slacked off in the picture taking area the last few months. I'll try to do better! You'll also notice the link for Ryann's photos. Ryann got her first digital camera for her birthday, and this is where I'll store all of the pictures she takes. You can now see the world through Ryann's eyes. I don't think I like that camera much, I swear I look 15lbs heavier in the pictures. I should have some to add tomorrow. The kids are staying the night with Gamma and Papa, and they are going to the aquarium; Ryann was sure to grab her camera.

I guess that's it for now. We hope you are all doing great!

A new look...

For me and the house! I cut SEVEN inches off my hair! I LOVE it. It's so easy to fix! I'll try and get some pictures soon, but it's shorter in the back and comes to about mid neck in the front. The front of the house got a "make over" too. Adam and I spent ALL day working in our flower bed. I got rid of five shrubs that I HATED, and planted five new ones. We also got some dwarf mondo grass and dusty millers to line it with. It looks great!

We've been so busy this week. Seems like we haven’t been home except to crawl into bed every night. I did get to keep Dayln Thursday. She is getting so big! She is doing an army crawl all over the place, and pulling herself up on the furniture. I took a ton of pictures, and will try to get them posted soon. I guess that's about it for now. I'll update, when I have something to update you on. Until then, enjoy your weekend!

Been busy!

Whew, where did the week go?! I can't update you on much, because truth is - I can't remember much! LOL!!!

Ryann has been home for the past week, and it has been WONDERFUL! She really is a joy to be around. She is getting just too smart! We were driving around today, and talking about what letter words begin with. She was asking me and I would tell her, "Car starts with the letter C". Then I switched things up on her. She said something about the water tower, so I ask her what letter water started with. She sat for a minute... I said "Ryann what letter makes the Wh sound?" Another second passes..... Then with total excitement, "W, W says Wh!!!! Is that right?!" I was so proud of her. She knows what sound each letter makes. Just amazing I tell ya! We got her all signed up for soccer today. She'll be playing indoor, and couldn't be more excited! We don't yet know what team she'll be on, but should be finding out very soon. Daddy is VERY excited too!! The season officially starts June 22, so be expecting LOTS of pictures around then. Ryann is going back to her mommy tomorrow, but will be back real soon. We can't wait to have her here for EIGHT weeks starting later this month.

Not much new with Aiden, except have I mentioned how handsome he is? Oh my, I swear; (and I may be just a LITTLE bias) he is the best looking little boy I have ever seen! He is going to be SO jealous when Ryann gets to play soccer, and he is stuck sitting in the stands. Aiden LOVES sports, doesn't matter which one; if it requires a ball or running you can bet he wants to play! He loves to sing, and dance, talk - boy dose he like to talk! He loves coloring, painting, and he is DYING to get into my stamps! He is so much fun right now. I'm not ready for him to grow out of this stage. Speaking of growing, big foot is now in an 81/2 to size 9 shoes!!!!!!!!! Ryann is just now into a 9. We are going to have one big teenager on our hands if he doesn’t slow down! Crazy to think, he really is going to be a teenager one day.

I got some big news via email today! Jennifer Kravitz, (my cousin) is now engaged!!! She and John will tie the not January of next year in San Angelo! We are so happy for you two!! Take care of our girl John!

I've got lots of new pictures, I'll try to get them up tomorrow. Guess that's it for now. Hope you all have a great weekend!

Grades are in!!!!!!!

And of course Adam made all A's!! I'm not at all surprised, but I am extremely proud!!!! He starts back for the summer session next Tuesday. Only 2 and a half more years to go!

We have Ryann and her little sister, Kamri with us this weekend. It's been a lot of fun. Ryann is getting so big, and if it's possible more beautiful every time I see her. She is a living doll! Aiden is really enjoying having both girls here.

Adam and I are leaving Wednesday for San Antonio. I can hardly wait! Aiden will spend those days at Gamma and Papa's house. I know he is going to have a wonderful time!!

Lots of new pictures up!

Mother's Day weekend...

Sorry these post are so few, and far between. We are staying busy. Adam finished up school last week. We are trying to spend as much time together as possible before he starts back in two weeks. Grades haven't been posted yet, but I know he did fabulous! We're thinking about getting away for a few days next week. Not sure what we'll do with a little bit of time to relax. No kids, work, and school - I can hardly imagine!

Aiden is doing great! Getting SO big!!! It's amazing that he is no longer a baby, or baby like. And he is ALL boy! The day isn't complete if he hasn't thrown, kicked or hit a ball. He is SO funny too. The things that come out of his mouth keep us rolling.

Ryann is SO big! Can you believe she'll be turning FIVE in two months?!!! SHOCKING! Time has flown where these kids are concerned. Why couldn't they stay baby-ish for a little longer? Ryann is ready for school to start. She talks about it all the time. Not much new with her, except she continues to amaze us daily!

We had a wonderful Mother's day weekend. Adam had soccer games all weekend. 12 to be exact. Friday night Aiden and I went to a few. Aiden had a blast. He ran out onto the field twice. The first time he really didn't know that he shouldn't be out there, but the crowd laughed and clapped, so he did it again. Always a performer! Saturday Aiden spent the day with Gamma and Papa. He had a wonderful time! I helped Kay throw out the mounds and mounds of trash at her old house. Sunday Aiden and I went to lunch with Kay and Craig at Texas De Brazil; we ate till we were ready to pop! Then we all had dinner with Gamma and Papa. I had a wonderful Mother's Day. Got lots of goodies! Thank you everyone for making me feel so special. We'll celebrate mother's day with both kids this weekend. We've missed Ryann so much, can't wait for Friday to get here!

Hope you're all doing great!

Back Online!

Yay!!! Ug, that was the hardest week ever! I didn't realize just how much we rely on the computer. I had pictures I needed to get edited and back to a client. Plus just our day to day stuff... After being forced to buy a new computer we also had to get Adam FOUR new tires for his car. Discover is loving us this month!

Ryann has been home since Friday. She is getting too big! She can now right just about anything if you spell if for her. She still won't try my name, says it's too long, but she is doing great. She can right a few words w/ out any assistant. She has been able to write Ryann and Mommy for some time now. She can also write the word FOX, and her sister's name Kamri. I think she just about has Daddy down too. Aiden is pretty easy for her as well- just getting too big! Aiden has learned to write the letter A. They both blow us away daily!

Aiden has started an art class, and really seems to be loving it! They do some really fun crafts. He is doing wonderful at gymnastics. Last week his coach said if he were a few months older she would recommend he be moved to the next level, but since he is only 14 months they can't move him for safety issues. He really impressed me. Ashelynn may not be the only gymnast in the family!

School is just about over for Adam. Then it's on to summer school. He is doing great, but really; did anyone think he wouldn't?? Not me!

Life for me is full of choices right now. I'm trying to decided if I really want to open a studio.... I LOVE being a photographer, but the idea scares me. It would mean lots of hours at the studio, that means time away from my family. I'm just beginning to wonder if it really means that much to me. Plus the huge fear of failing... I'm getting more and more curious about going to school to be a dental assistant. No matter what I decided, I plan on going back to school once Adam is finished. I'm thinking about going back to work until then. So, with all that said, please keep me in your prayers, I really need to make the right decision for me and our family.

Hope you're all doing great! I'll try to get pictures up soon.

Amazing weather, and not a thing to do!

The weekend comes to a close. It was so strange; we woke up Saturday morning and didn't have a thing planned! This is very odd for us lately. Ashelynn had another meet, but Aiden wasn't feeling well, and we just didn't feel right about leaving him. SO, it was a nice slow paced day spent at home. Lots of quality family time! Today was much the same. We did get out and do the first of our yard work for the year. I think we've decided to look for a better mower. I love to cut the grass, and since I can't really push the one we have now - I think we're in the market for a new one.

Spring break is this week; it'll be nice having Adam home on Tuesday and Thursday night. He'll be able to attend gymnastics with Aiden, so that'll be fun. I think we're going to go to dinner Thursday with some of Adam's coworkers. The place looks like a lot of fun, http://www.jacksoffthewall.com/about.htm. Then it's off to pick up Ryann on Friday - we can't wait to see her again!

Aiden had a runny nose and cough for the past few days, but seems to be feeling much better now. He is getting so big! It's amazing how he has grown, just in the past few weeks. He tries to feed his fish on his own, which ends up in a huge fish food mess - but is very cute to watch. We have LOVED this amazing weather, been spending lots of time outside; sad to see it go. Hopefully this rain will pass quickly so we can get back out doors.

We hope you're all doing great! New pictures are up, even a few of Mrs. Nabors. I've heard you all - so I added a few of just me. See the photographer does get in front of the camera sometimes!

Too busy to slow down....

It's been a whirl wind around here lately! After three weeks, we took Ryann back to her mommy last night. It was hard to let her go, but words can't begin to describe how much she missed her mommy, sister and the rest of that side of the family. Last weekend Taryn had her first swim meet. She did great! It was so cute to watch her, she would start to laugh when she would hear us cheering for her... she is a "little" shy. Then Sunday we went to Ashelynn's gymnastics meet. She did great again! Seriously, this girl has a natural talent that makes me SO proud!

This past week was pretty normal. Ryann got to attend a gymnastics class on Tuesday, she had SO much fun. She did really great too, even got to ring the bell; which means she mastered something. I think it was the bars.... Aiden got to ring the bell too. He did a back flip all by himself!

On Wednesday we went back to Planet Pizza. Ryann's mommy and little sister met us there. Fun was had by all :)

Life is very busy these days. It warming up outside, so that means more work for me. I LOVE having photo shoots every week. I am also about to start working from home. Adam is doing great! He is currently working on his first school project. It seems to be going pretty well. I think he likes all the people in his group. Soccer season has started, so he will be gone a little bit more on the weekends. Life is crazy busy, but we are having a great time.

Hope you are all doing great!!!

New pictures are up, be sure and check them out! (new ones start on pg 6 in the Feb album)

It's COLD!

Burr, it's cold!! I hate when it's this cold! We picked up Ryann Friday, and had to spend the whole weekend coupe up inside. I was really looking forward to watching her play in our big yellow ball. I guess I can wait. She is really looking forward to playing with it. As I said we've spent most of the past few days hanging out at home. Papa and Gamma came by for a visit on Saturday before the weather got too bad. It was great to see them. The kids always have so much fun with them!

We took the kiddos to the dentist this morning. It was a SLOW drive, but we made it. Both kids got pretty good reports. We're still waiting on Aiden's two year molars to come in. Because his mouth is so wet, he had plaque build up on the back side of his bottom teeth. We'll start flossing, and that should take care of it. Other than that his teeth look great! Ryann has two teeth that the dentist is keeping a close eye on. Then there is her under bit, but all those things will be dealt with at the appropriate time.

Because of this yucky weather Ryann will not be going back to her Mommy's as planned. She is going to be with us the rest of this week! We are THRILLED! Very nice after not seeing her for three weeks. She continues to grow and amaze. You just can't believe how smart and beautiful she is!

Aiden is doing great too. He had another big step in potty training over the weekend. He had on underwear, and instead of telling us he needed to potty he went and sat on it all by himself! He forgot to pull down his underwear, but we are still proud! Baby steps! LOL!!

Adam starts back to school tomorrow. I think he's pretty excited too.
We hope you’re all doing great!

I'll get new pictures up ASAP!

Our little gymnast!

Okay, so maybe not. Aiden is doing incredibly well though! He gets SO excited if I even mention the word gymnastics. It makes us so happy to know that he really enjoys his class. Daddy got to go again tonight, so we were finally able to get some pictures. Check out our albums to see more.

Sunday we helped celebrate Taryn's 7th birthday... still can't believe that's even possible! We all had a great time. Aiden got to skate for the first time! He LOVED it!! We had them tighten the wheels, so it was more like walking than skating. It was easy to see just how proud he was of himself. I forgot my camera, but Jennifer let me borrow her camera to get a couple. I'll be sure to share those as soon as I get them.

Aiden is continuing to do great with potty training. Since our last post he has had a few accidents, but that is to be expected. It's so hard to believe that my BABY is doing these things!!

Ryann will be here for the long weekend, and we can't wait! She's been gone for almost three weeks, and it's wearing on all of us :( We'll have her two weekends in a row so that'll help! She continues to grow and get more grown up every time we see her.

Life continues to be BUSY, and we are loving every minute of it! Adam starts school next week. I have no doubt at how well he is going to do!

I think that's all for now. Take care!!

ABCD......

Aiden's been working on getting down the alphabet song. For the longest he's just been able to sing A-G. Saturday night we were all sitting around the coffee table, talking and coloring. Ryann said something about her ABC's and Aiden sang the WHOLE song! Some of the letters he kinda 'melts' together, but he gets most of them in there! It's about the CUTEST thing ever! He has the sweetest little voice!! He is also learning to recognize written letters and numbers. He knows A very well, and the number 8 is getting easier. He blows us away!

We think Ryann has developed a slight case of motion sickness. When I picked her up a little over a week ago she got sick in the car on the way home. She told us that long rides in the car make her feel bad. Driving to see Gamma and Papa Yesterday morning - it happened again. Poor girl! After she throws up she feels better, so I guess that's a good thing. She is doing great! She is getting SO big! When ever Aiden starts doing something new we think about when Ryann started doing it too - seems SO long ago :(

We've got a busy week ahead of us, but it should be fun! Saturday we're having the "Fuson" Christmas at our house! It doesn't happen often, but both my brothers, my sister and I, (along spouse and children) will be under one roof! Our cousin Jennifer and her boyfriend John will also be joining us. Uncle Frank and Aunt Brenda maybe making the long drive from San Angelo to be with us too!!! We can't wait! There will be 19 of us!

Hope you are all doing great!