Picking Blueberries

Out of the blue I decided to take the girls to Moorhead's Blueberry Farm to pick some blueberries. Paul was off of work because of jury duty so he was able to go too. Boy did we pick the wrong time of day to go though, it was steaming outside. Guess going to pick blueberries at noon is not a good idea. Anyhow, the girls had a good time. Misty was eating more than she was keeping! We managed to pick about 3 pounds in about 30 to 45 minutes, before the meltdown began and we had to go. I ended up with 9 cups of blueberries when we got home. That night I made a yummy blueberry cobbler, who knew it was so easy!!! This may just become a new summer tradition!!! To check out Moorhead's Farm go to www.sayblueberry.com

Beth picking blueberries!


Misty picking blueberries!


Paul picking the ones up high!


Daddy and Beth in the middle of all of the bushes!


3 pounds of yummy fresh picked blueberries!


My homemade blueberry cobbler with vanilla ice cream...YUMMO!!!!

Girl Scout Brownies Kemah Trip

Misty's Girl Scout troop decided to go on an end of the year trip to Kemah this year. Misty was so excited. They got to ride all of the rides, eat at the Aqarium, feed the stingrays, and play in the water fountains. Misty loved the wipeout ride the best. The stingrays were so cool to feed. They almost jumped out of the water. I think this will be a trip the girls will always remember.

Misty and Emma on the Wipeout!


The girls...


Dinner at the Aquarium




Feeding the Stingrays


Misty and Emma

Mother's Day - Walk to Empower

This is the third year I have participated in the Walk to Empower for Breast Cancer. I lost my mother in 2001 after a long battle with cancer. This is my way to continue to support her and everyone that has to deal with this horrible disease. One of my good friends, Lisa Jones, from High School got me started. She is the leader of Team Ya Ya and is so supportive of us all!!! It was a nice walk this year. Shorter than last year, but still so moving.

Team Ya Ya

Paul and I





Jennifer, Lisa and I


The finish line...


In memory of my mom!

Beth lost her first tooth!!!

Beth has finally lost her first tooth!!!! She has been wanting to loose a tooth for so long now. She wanted to be able to fill it in on the tooth chart at school. She didn't like it too much while daddy was trying to pull it out, but once she found out it was out, all was ok!!! The first thing she said was "I have got to tell Ms. Roux!!!" Ms Roux is her kindergarten teacher. What a big girl...

Girl Scout Pinewood Derby

This year Misty and Beth participated in the Girl Scout Pinewood Derby! I don't know who was more excited, the girls or their dad. The girls both picked out the colors for their cars. They also helped dad with the design. Beth didn't place at all, but Misty placed 1st in the Brownie Division and 2nd overall!!! She was so proud and so was Daddy!!!! We have big plans for next year...so watch out!!!

The girls and Daddy


The Brownie Division - Misty


The Daisy Division - Beth


The girls are ready for the races to begin!


Misty and her 2nd place trophy!

Paul's 40th Birthday!!!!

Paul turned 40 this year!!!! I like to call him my old man. I had a small get together for him at Bill's Cafe in Kingwood. His buddies showed up along with a couple of friends. I didn't want to do anything too mean...you know payback is hell. I think all in all he had a great time hanging out with his family and friends, while learning that 40 isn't all that bad after all!!!!

Paul and his WOW buddies!


Me and my old man!


Paul and his parents!


Heather and Jason


Paul and his yummy cake.


Andrea and Sean

Girl Scout Mother/Daughter Camp

This year I ventured out with the Girl Scouts to Mother Daughter Camp at Camp Cullen. The girls and I had a great time. We were a little worried when it was raining the first morning. But we still went horseback riding, shot rifles, did canoeing, archery, and the screamer. Horseback riding was a challenge for me since they gave me a finicky horse, Cowboy! The girls loved it though, especially Beth who is in love with horses. Beth loved shooting the rifles. She must take after her mom on that one! Beth was the only one that would brave the canoeing. I did pretty good at archery, got a shot in the center. We all loved the screamer!!! Nothing like putting on a harness and being hoisted in the air and let go...too much fun!!! Jennifer was the mom of the group, helping with everything and making sure we were all sanitized...gotta love her! It was a great bonding weekend for the girls and I.

The girls and their best friends: Beth, Emma, Madison, and Misty


Misty on her horse.


Beth on her horse.


Me on Cowboy!


Beth shooting the rifle.


My best shot!!!!


The girls....


Misty on the Screamer!


Beth on the Screamer!


The mom's of Cabin 3.