It's all good.

Jenni is at home recovering from her surgery. The surgery went well and she is doing fine. She is still in a lot of pain, but Dana, Toney, & Jacque are doing a great job keeping her comfortable and helping her get around. She will probably go back to school on crutches on Tuesday 9/5.
Candice had her first class on Monday 8/28. She said it was long and the professor went pretty fast, but all in all ok. This is rush week and she is very busy. I think she is having fun adjusting to her new life. Jacque and Brik are doing well, and Jaxon gets bigger by the minute. My best friend Sherri Merchant just informed me that she and her family will be moving to Alabama in three weeks. They are looking for a slower pace of life and her husband Charlie has family there that they visit every year. More on this later when I get to spend some time with her. For and update on football go to Charlie's blog, there is link to the right. He has a picture of our new team, or all the players who were at our first practice at least.
Love to all,
Kim

WE LOVE YOU JENNI

Jenni is having knee surgery on Thursday morning at 7:45. I will update everyone when she gets home. Jen, this is a little scary I know, but just think how great it will be after your recovery not to have the worry of your knee going out all the time. I know this was a hard decision for you, but I think you made the right one. They will give you great stuff right before the surgery, so try not to say anything embarassing, you know like "THICK AND SPICY"!! They won't get it. I love you, I am praying for a quick and full recovery and looking forward to watching you march in your senior year! I can't believe you went to work tonight, knowing you have surgery at 7:45 in the morning. That shows true dedication and strength of character. I feel so blessed to have young people in my life that still inspire me to do better in my own life. I'll see you after the surgery.
I Love You!

GOOD LUCK CANDICE!!

She has had a very full year. A very dramatic and hurtful move, tears & betrayals. Through all of that though, she has had Love, support, hard work, bonding with family & hopefully a new knowledge that she has several people on her side ready to fight for her! Candice is leaving today for college and we know she is nervous. Sweetie, you have worked very hard to get where you are. Not everyone could go through what you have and still manage to graduate High School with Honors a year early! You have an inner strength that will help you make all your dreams come true. Don't forget how strong you are. This will be difficult at times, but you've worked too hard to stop now. You have a wonderfull and bright future ahead of you and a family that loves you dearly. Remember that those who are not supportive, are not worthy of your attention or your tears. Anyone that truly loves you will support your decision to continue your education, your desire for a happy and full life, and will help you through the difficult times that may be ahead. Embrace your college life, your new friends and go into this with a positive attitude. I don't know ANYONE who regreted going to college, but I know MANY people who regret NOT going! I love you very much and I am just an email away if you need me!
Good Luck!
Aunt Kim

It's So Hot!

They were very hot this day. Then again what day has not been hot? I can't believe how big my boys are getting. Brik is now tall enough to ride the Superman at Six Flags. He went down one of the tallest water slides at Hurricane Harbor, you know the one's us girls were never meant to ride! Jaxon will be one year old in just 2 months. It amazes me. I think we are having a birthday party for Dad this Sunday. He will be 60! Sorry Dad, now everyone knows.




Here is a picture of Jaxon laughing at his papa.
Dad, you may not have been mistaken for Elvis while mowing the yard in while, but at least now you have enough money to have someone else mow the yard anyway. Not a bad trade. I think one indication of a great dad is how your adult children look at you. When I see you walk through my door or when I walk through yours I still feel comfort. Comfort, safety, love, respect, relief. I am 36 years old and I still feel like a child that no harm can come to when I am in your presense. I can only pray that my children will feel the same way about me when they are grown. Then I will know I did a good job.
I love you Daddy!
Kim

This is a family portrait that Brik did last year at school.

We had a great time yesterday at the water park. Jaxon loves the water just like his big brother.
he was really cute.
Quick update on everyone:
Brik is getting ready for 3rd grade to start on Monday. We have a week off before football starts.

Jacque is getting ready for 6 th grade! Her last year in elementary school. She and Brik will be seperated after this year until high school. Brik gets very sad when we talk about it. He loves having Jacque in his school.

Jenni will be a junior, and made varsity marching band. Sadly she will have to wait until her senior year to march because she will be having knee surgery this year. Dana will give us more info on that in the near future. We will all be praying for a succesful surgery and a quick recovery. I plan on keeping her supplied with horror movies during recovery. (she loves them)

Candice is getting ready for her freshman year Midwestern State University. Mom and Dad will be driving her to Witchita Falls in a couple of weeks. This summer she attended an orientation there where she helped row her boat crew to a 1st place victory. I know she is going to miss everyone, but we are all really proud of her and know she has a great future in store.
Love to everyone.

We Won!

Our Team won last night 8 to 6. We are first place champions! Brik and Charlie are very excited to have won. I had to stay home, as Jaxon goes to bed before 8:00 pm and the game did not start until 8:30. I am very proud of all the boys! Brik was very tired this morning but happy! We are having an end of season party at the Bad Konigshoffen water park in Arlington on Saturday. Love to everyone.


Jaxon's 9 month picture. He will be 10 months on Monday 8/14.

My hubby Charlie! He is a very proud Dad and of course coaching everything for Brik. I am trying to train Jaxon to love being a spectator until he is big enough to play!

My boys, Brik & Jaxon.

Brik is 8 years old and about to start the 3rd grade. His baseball team is playing for first place tonight at 8:30. His first football practice is 8/21. Last year they made it to the semi-finals. He is very busy of course.

Jaxon is almost 10 months old. He is pulling up and trying to make words. He showed his temper for the first time at his daycare yesterday! He was very upset that he did not get to go on the first buggy ride of the day. He went later but was not happy about having to wait.

More to follow, Hope everyone has a great day.

Just getting started. Pictures of my handsome boys will follow as well as updates on all of our activities.