Joys Part 2

After Brent told me about Karson and the cars hiding (read previous post first), I went to lay down on Karson's bed with him as a joke. I told him I couldn't lay down with him because it was too lumpy. Then I took the cars out and put them in the tub. I did leave him one without telling him. No problem. Then Brent and I stayed up talking for awhile and I decided to give him back his cars as a suprise in the morning. (yes, I know bad parenting but it was too cute and Brent just laughed it off and no one got in trouble) So, he is asleep and I go back in there to add cars under his blanket with the one I left. When I lifted the covers up, I didn't find just the one I left but 6 others. He had gotten more while we were talking. What a sneak!! What do the teenage years hold for us?? Sad part is- he is sneaky just like his dad was and got away with murder. YIKES!

Joys of Boys

This week has been a whirlwind. We are always on the go. We spend 3 fun, long days at Brent's brothers house working on their Caterpillar so they can clear their land. Karson had a blast playing with Kambell and riding their toy gator. We get home at midnight and up again the next day for Library, errands, etc. Long days with limited naps. Then on Wedn up early to go help Brent at the farm and home for quick baths, nap, and to tumbling and church. Needless to say, the boys have been off any form of schedule they were close to being on and are extremely tired. When they get tired, they fight naps. This happened after the time change and has struck again. They will lay in bed and play for hours. They get busted, toys and scooters taken away, food treats taken away, tv taken away, books taken away, you name it. One day they had one toy and one book for three days. Nothing seems to work not even rewards. Then one day they will start napping again. Anyway, today was one of those days. They tossed and turned for hour and half. Korbin finally went to sleep and then Karson did after 2 and half hours. Then they sleep for 2-3 hours. Horrible being stuck for that long!! Then tonight I had to tutor at 8. The boys and I went on a late walk with MeMe so it was late eating supper. Basically, they fended for themselved and had cereal and bananas while I tutored. So as I am working with 2 boys, they are climbing the cabinents, food is everywhere, Karson even attempts to get the milk out. Then they begin to play screaming and yelling. At one point my kitchen floor is covered with dirt from my plants they were playing in instead of sitting in time-out. I am ready to pull my hair out. The whole time Kelton is talking and screaming loudly with them. Finally students leave and the boys go to bed-no book, no Bible, no tooth brushing. Just bed and prayers and screaming fit. So I go clean up the kitchen. Here is the joyous part of boys!!!
Brent finally gets home from Odessa with the horses. He goes in to tell the boys goodbye and notices something hard under the bed. Karson has put 10-12 cars under his blanket(toys are in time-out). Karson looks up at Daddy, smiles, and says "Shhh, I'm hiding them." What can you do for that??? Brent just laughs and showers!!

Happy Birthday Daddy

Happy Birthday to a wonderful, loving, funny husband and daddy. We love all the time we spend with you at home, the farm, or at horse shows. You always teach us a new experience everywhere we go. We love to cuddle, run, and wrestle with you. You are the best!!
We made daddy, green pound cake-YUMMY!!

Happy Birthday

Lots of help with the candles-check out Korbin!! Screaming "No don't!"

Fun at Abilene Zoo

On Thursdays, the Abilene Zoo has a special day for preschoolers. We went in Feb with Kambell and learned about opossoms. We even got to meet and pet one.
Meeting the oppossom

Korbin is a opposom

Karson is an oppossom too

Our favorite part of the zoo- Giraffes. Check out that LONG black tongue. The boys enjoyed feeding them.

All smiles with our new friend

Kelton just along for the ride.

Caged Monkeys

What a crew!! Karson, Korbin, Kambell take a break to smile for the camera.

Happy 8th Birthday, Cousin Kourtney

Kourtney turned 8 years old on Jan 4th and had her birthday on Friday, Jan 2nd. She had the party at the church gym and then we celebrated Christmas with the Norrises afterwards. The boys all brought their scooters, bikes, etc and had a great time.

Korbin taking a ride on his new 4-wheeler

Karson had to share his bike with Braxton and took off on the tricycle. When riding his bike, he kept up with the big kids, going in circles, stopping and didn't crash into anyone. He did a good job driving.

Aunt Jane spoils Mr. Kelton

Grandma and Aunt Louise taking in the action and sitting where they won't get ran over.

Birthday Girl!!

The whole gang ready for Hannah Montana cake. Happy Birthday Kourtney

10 Fabulous Years

Happy 10th Anniversary (late-2nd) to my Wonderful husband!! You are a great best friend, awesome dad, and true Christian husband. I love the times that we get to spend together- though they are not always alone. You amaze me everyday with your thoughts and actions-good and bad. I love how you are not afraid of other's opinions and willing to take a risk. When I see you play with the boys and their eyes light up when they hear daddy's truck in the drive-way, I am reminded of the true reason I married you. You are an awesome horse trainer and have come a long way from nothing. Everyday you get better and better. I know one day you will be one of those million dollar riders you dream about. Your good looks don't hurt you much either!! I love you and can't wait to spend an eternity with you!

MeMe and PaPaw Christmas

After patiently waiting, the boys finally got to open presents.

The wild gang- all 6 boys

Korbin has gotten the hang of presents and gathered all his up and sat in the corner with them. He was ready to open them. Can we say greedy??

Karson ready for some presents

Braxton says Cheese but really he says hurry up with the pictures so I can open presents

Brayson liked Korbin's 4 wheeler

Brazos helps Brayson open his presents

How come all the nephews run and scream with Brent??

New firetrucks- they are huge!!

Korbin helps daddy sort through all his money! We're rich daddy!!

Kelton got a new puzzle and is HAPPY

New rockers for their new house

Starting Christmas at MeMe and PaPaw's

Finally on Monday, Dec 29th, we were able to celebrate Christmas at MeMe and Papaw's. Andy didn't arrive until the 27th, we were celebrating with the Schmidts then, 28th-church and Beck family so 29th was finally our day. Brent had to go ride a horse and feed so it was late morning before we got started. Below are pictures of the boys playing as they waited for Daddy (Uncle Brent) to get home.

Mom makes Christmas sweet rolls every year for breakfast. It is my favorite and a treasured tradition. This year she wasn't going to make them since it was so late. However, when she heard how much I missed them, she made them for me. Isn't she a WONDERFUL MOM!! I love you!

Boys got new Lincoln Logs from Kyle/Lindsey. It included a train set which is their favorite right behind tractors. We had fun building houses and train stations. Thanks for the logs!!!

Kelton never quits smiling. He is SOOO Happy!!

Getting rid of all the bad guys in the fort. This is a favorite place for the grandsons. When mom/dad move, the fort is going to have to move somewhere. It has many memories!

Everyone played ball waiting for Brent. Even Brayson got a few kicks with dad's help.

Karson twisted MeMe's arm to give him a ride in the wagon.

Hard at work in PaPaw's garden

"What do you think we should plant here???" "Do you really think that will grow here??"

Trying to get a picture of all 6- FAILURE

Christmas Norris

We finally made it up to Lubbock to celebrate Christmas. We finished our last Christmas Friday night, Jan 2. When Andy's family goes to Paris for Christmas, we are always celebrating way into the new year by the time we make it to all the different families. We are just happy we all still get together and enjoy families.

Time for presents. Notice Robyn is here. She is feeling SOOO much better and was released to drive this week. Gracie is still in NICU but growing and improving everyday. She is up to 3 lbs so we are hoping she will get to go home soon. Also, her opening in her heart area is getting smaller so hopefully, no surgery!! YEAH!! Keep praying for herand the family!!

Grandma had a pile of presents!!

Korbin gets help from Kristi

Macy shows off her new purse. She was very proud of it!!

I didn't get hardly any pictures since it was so late and crazy. Maybe Neil or Lubbock bunch has more I can borrow!!

Beck Christmas

We are so glad to get together will all the Beck cousins still. We ate at Bill and Iva's with everyone. We just missed Kathy's family. The cousins are finally getting old enough to all sit together and play. More fun in future years!!!
All the great-grands together

Presents, Presents, and More Presents

Schmidt Christmas

Kyle and Lindsey came over Saturday night for Christmas. It is always fun to get the kids together and play. Brent also learns a little more about girls when Kambell and Addison come. He lifted Kambell up and spun her around. She immediately began crying and wanted down. Girls are nothing like our boys!!
Kambell loves to wear dresses and hats.

Kelton getting checked out by Kyle and Grandpa. No one can believe his birthmark above his eye and has to do a double check.

Two littlest ones enjoying some wiggle time away from the bigger kids.

What a face!!

"My Present?? I got a horse!"

Before everyone left, they wanted a last bit of chocolate cake. Of course, Grammy said SURE. Kambell really enjoyed it!! Where is your shirt and dress????