Katie-bug is Six Today!!

Happy Birthday Katie-bug!!

Our baby girl is six years old today!! She is the sweetest little girl. She always has a hug and a great big smile for everybody!! We are so proud of our little girl!

To me Kate's looks don't really change from year to year her arms and legs just get longer. 

At six years old Kate has many many favorites. She likes ponies, zebras, unicorns, the color purple, slushies, tomatoes, black-eyed peas, candy, fruit snacks, fruit, school, swimming, gymnastics, riding bikes, taco soup, and puppies.

Kate will start First Grade in the Fall. She has said this summer that she wishes school would last longer. I hope she still feels that way in a few years.

This girl loves the summer and everything water related. She waits all year to go swimming and be able to go to the waterparks. It makes me smile to think how happy summertime makes her.

Kate wants an ipod touch or a DSI for her birthday. She is also really into Barbies right now. She has always been hard to buy for, so I am excited she actually wants something.

At six years old Kate is 52 pounds and 49 1/4 inches tall.

We are excited to celebrate your day with you today. I just wish time would slow down so we could keep our little girl little for awhile longer. Kate you are so sweet and loving and such a blessing in our lives. Keep smiling baby girl!! We love you so much!!

Wade and Wayne Finally Meet

While we were in Galveston we had a few visitors. My Aunt Barbara and Uncle Alton and Cousins Gary, Lindsey, and Wayne drove in to see us. We had not seen them since my cousin Dawn's wedding back when Kate was about three months old. We were really excited to get Wade and Wayne together. Wayne turned three in June and Wade will be three in August. Both boys love to play with cars. 

Wayne with his PawPaw (I think that is what he called him). Doesn't he have the prettiest blue eyes?!?

The boys did play a little. I think if they had more time to get acquainted they would be great friends!

Me with my Aunt Barbara.

We are so glad we got to meet up with them on our trip. The kids were sad the visit was short. They wanted to play with their new little cousin. Hopefully, next time there will be more time.

Galveston Beach

We headed to Galveston from Lake Livingston. We figured if we were this close to the beach we could not pass up the trip. The big question on my mind was, "How will Wade like the beach?" Last year he did not enjoy the beach at all. He did not like sand or water....he and his daddy spent a lot of time in the air conditioned condo. Don't worry they were both happy. Well a year sure made a difference in his feelings about the beach!! He loved it!!

Before everybody got wet and dirty we took a few pictures.

The kids found something interesting crawling around. But daddy was the only one brave enough to pick it up.

We actually found three of these hermit crabs. I found one lots lots bigger, but I did not have my camera with me at the time. The kids wanted to bring him home with us. "NO WAY!!" 

Self portrait.

We went to the beach again the next evening. Everybody was so excited to get their feet wet again!!

Goofball...

This girl loves anything and everything summertime. Love that smile.

Rachel found a great way to ride the waves.

Mermaid Man Luke

Wade loved the water at the beach and finding sea shells. One time he did get a mouth full of wave and he told Chris, "Yuck, the water is bad." The sand was still an issue with Wade. Every time he had sand on his hands or legs he would run back into the water to wash off. He spent a lot of time running back and forth to the water. He did like knocking over the sand castles though. We all enjoyed out time at the beach this year. It was so much fun!

I did snap a few pictures on my early morning walk on our last day.

Lake Livingston

We made our annual trip to Lake Livingston the last weekend in June. We had a blast as always!! We always have so much fun playing in the lake, fishing, visiting with everybody, and just relaxing. I was not sure how Wade would like the lake. You never know how Wade will react to anything new. Luckily, he enjoyed the lake as much as we do!

Luke showing Wade a little fish.

Pretty little girl!!

Grandpa and Ian just relaxing.

Look at that Wade in the lake! I actually helped him a little, but no tears!!

Aunt Cara with sweet Mac.

Momma with her sweet boys.

Chris with his hands full of boys.

Ian's turn with his Momma.

The rope always keeps us entertained. The kids have become almost experts now.

Uncle Aaron with Miles.

Miss Madison in the baby pool.

Cousins having fun!

Uncle Beaubie's turn at the rope.

Uncle Aaron is a pro.

1-2-3 jump!!

Tenley and Rachel

This is how I intended to spend my time in the lake, but I ended up getting all wet which to tell the truth made it more fun! I am soooo white!!

Grandpa even surprised us with a swan dive into the lake. We were all excited he joined us.

Grandpa, Grandnanna and Baby Kate

Luke wanted Momma to jump in with him.

After all these years, I finally did the rope swing. It was so much FUN!! Chris likes this picture, but I am not so sure. After about 15 swings on the rope, I was so sore for a couple of days. I guess I stretched some muscles I am not used to using.

Wade enjoyed pushing people off the pier. I doubt he would have the same reaction if somebody pushed him into the lake.

This picture is stolen from Aunt Cara. We tried for a kid picture as always. This time was a success!! Look at those precious babies!!

We want to thank Carol and Cecil for hosting us each year!! It is always so much fun, but I know a lot of work goes into it. Also, Grandpa and Grandnanna for the Sunday House. We really appreciate everything!!