Family Fun Night!

What is better than swimming at the local rec center and then coming home for a little Pie!! The kids picked the activity and decided to make pie for another reason!

Jamie was very excited to put pie in her dad's face!

Lexi drew my name. What a special moment we shared!

Jared got it good! He doesn't even like cool whip!

What comes around goes around! Dad got a chance to get back

at Jamie when he drew her name!

Jared was really careful with his little sister! Lexi loved it!

We had a blast! We will never look at pie the same again!

Just Another Day in Paradise!

We had a great time at Lisa and Dave's lakehouse! It really is a place to bring families together! Thanks guys!

Tender Mercy

I am luckier than most in my life. I did not have to come to this earth alone. One of the tender mercies my Heavenly Father has given me is allowing me to have a twin sister. We have a bond that is not easy to describe. Growing up we felt more whole when we were together. She could read my thoughts just as I could read hers. We felt and sensed each other's pain and happiness. I am blessed to have someone I love so dearly and so deeply. I believe my twin was placed in my life to guide and take care of me until it was someone else's turn. We both have found husbands who have in a way taken over those places within us. We are no longer whole together. We have that oneness with our spouses (as it should be). This summer I felt that change. However when I see or talk with or think about my twin she will always be a woven part of my existence. Nothing will ever break the bond we have! I love you Traci! Happy Birthday!
p.s. I must humbly admit you are a little stronger than me at arm wrestling!

July 4th extravaganza!

We had a great July 4th this year! we spent a few days in Paradise (Jameson's lake house). It is always nice to spend time with family (especially when they have a boat and jet skis....just kidding we would love spending time with you regardless of your fun toys!)

Jared, Tyler, and Lexi ready for a sugar cookie Lisa!
Uncle Dave and Jared jumped off the boat to cool off. I don't know who was more excited about the fireworks Dan or Jared!Connor and Lexi chilling on the dock!The sparklers were a big hit! Boys will always be boys when it comes to matches and explosions! Dan, Dave, and Scott were like kids in a candy store when we were looking through all the Fireworks the Slay family gave us. (Thanks Tammie and Audrey)
After our time at the Lake we rushed over to the FC Dallas stadium to watch a soccer game, fireworks, and to hear the "Temptations" music group live in concert. Jump back -yes we said the "Temptations". We know there is a bit of jealousy when reading this.