I am so far behind at posting pics and things about life. I am going all the way back to the fair. We always go on Wednesday night because it's the best night and mom still gives away a scholarship in my step dad's name. So, it means a lot for us to be there for that. Robert loved the fair and all the people. And honestly, some of the best people I came into contact, were those people at the fair, specifically, those who dealt with livestock.
Zadie had a blast and wanted to ride all the rides, the big, scary ones included....she did ride the ferris wheel with her daddy, not me this time!!! Garrison just hung out in the stroller...he wasn't too amused with anything, but the animals in the petting zoo. We also ran into Zadie's friend Leah, they were so excited to get to ride a ride together!! Hopefully, next year brother will want to join in on the fun!!
Zadie and her friend Leah
Soccer is in full swing, after our first game got rained out. When Alex asked Zadie if she was sad they weren't playing, she said, "No, because I really didn't want to sweat." She is totally my child...I hate the heat, and I hate to sweat. The first game came and although she would do great in practice, she stood in one place for the 2 whole periods....yeah, so , she's not going to win MVP...but the last 2 games, she has down great. That being said, most of them just run after the person with the ball and then aren't sure what to do with it when it is kicked right in front of them. She likes the social aspect of it, I know...2 of the boys on her team, also go to school with her, so they are all buddies. A good friend described watching this age group play soccer, as "herding cats." And yes, those are cows in the picture of her playing...it's outside of town, and they are pretty much an old cow pasture to begin with. Go Wildcats!
My cousin on my dad's side got married on 10/10/10 in Keller, so the kids and I headed up to spend some time with my aunt and other cousin and her little boy. Gavin and Garrison are three months apart, and I still can't believe I didn't get any pictures of them playing together...they loved entertaining one another, that's for sure. It was great to hang out with my aunt and uncle and spend time with my cousin. She and I used to hang out when we were younger and had some great times! I am posting some pics of the kids at the wedding. It was at a beautiful country club. On my dad's side there are 8 little cousins...so, if my grandparents were still alive, they would have 8 great-grandchildren. It's been a while since we have had them all together for a picture, so the photographer's pics were hopefully better, but the few I got are okay. They range in age from 2nd grade to 2. Since it was so pretty there, I also tried to get some pics of them together...ha, wrangling kids for a picture is a joke. No wonder a photographer that works with kids charges so much!!
Out of about 5 takes, this one is the best....and they both have goofy faces!!!
Two pretty girls here. Her daddy and I are 1st cousins and our children look just like us!
My handsome, sweet boy...
The whole gang, Kacie, Ryleigh, Braden, Bryson, Gavin, Garrison, Zadie and Caleb...
Not sure what had Garrison so tickled here...silly boy!I was super excited about having a new post because I thought I was going to announce baby Harper number 3. You can imagine my heartbreak and disbelief when I went to the doctor 2 weeks ago to find out that wasn't actually the case. I had indeed gotten pregnant, so was going for my first check-up. We were talking about everything under the sun, and she started to do my sono to check size and exact due date...she got awful quiet, and my heart immediately sank. I knew one of two things...there wasn't a heartbeat, or there wasn't a baby at all...it was the latter. There was a beautiful sac, but it was empty...no baby at all. I felt tears welling up and was trying so hard to be strong, but for who...I was by myself...the doctor, like she was going to care if I cried or not. She was so helpful and answered the questions I could think, when I wasn't fighting back tears. This was the perfect timing for me...baby was going to be due in May, so I wasn't going to miss much school...the kids were going to be 5 and 3 in March, so perfect timing. God had other plans, and I am dealing with this one day at a time. I have to say it's easier to deal with knowing there wasn't a "baby", just a sac...but still, I cried a lot those first 2 days. My doctor said, "Amanda, there is no perfect timing for a baby." And those words have stuck with me. Just because I feel it's time, doesn't mean it's HIS time for me. I have had so many e-mails, cards, and friends there to give me hug, let me know they have been praying for me, etc. I truly believe that has also helped me get through this. As hard as this has been, I truly believe we are supposed to have a third child. After talking to someone, she said after debating about another one, she said they came to the conclusion that they would NEVER regret having a 3rd, but they might regret NOT. Thanks to all of you that have thought about me, prayed for me, or just been wondering. I really appreciate it.
This weekend is Halloween and the kids are super excited. Here are some snapshots at mom's. She goes all out on decorating because her neighborhood has a trick-or-treat event...we will be attending, and it's always lots of fun...with lots of candy too! Happy Halloween everyone. Have a safe one. I can't believe Christmas is just around the corner!
Well, the pics will have to wait...blogger keeps telling me there is an error, and it's bath time around here! Guess I will save them for next time!
