It's Not Easy Having A Big Brother

I don't even know what the crying was for, but it doesn't always matter.

Trying to get a picture of Lainey in her cute shirt from Britney mimicking her hair style. Not always successful!

Carterism

Carter - "Mom, I have some news."

Mom (bracing myself) - "What is it, honey?"

Carter - "I have a girlfriend."

Mom - "Oh, yeah. Who is it?"

Carter - "Emily. From school."

Mom - "Well, how do you know she's your girlfriend?"

Carter - "She told me. Like you told Dad so many, many years ago. Man, y'all are getting old."

Elitch Gardens

The people at Elitch's certainly lose money each time they sell a family like us season passes. We're averaging a once-a-week visit by this time each year. Lovely weather, Halloween theme fun, nighttime arriving sooner.....all makes for a good night.

I haven't been posting a ton of pictures from here lately because it's starting to look like the same old thing. However, this past trip was filled with a few interesting details.

Lainey is starting to ride more and more each time we go.

And, our middle child braved the kiddie roller coaster for the first time!!!!! Here is Carter with him giving a kiss for good luck.

He's getting so big.

Not sure what is coming next.

There goes our little guy!

And, here is our big guy.

Daddy wrangling Jack.

This new ride has been the big anticipation all year long. Turns out to be a knock-off of the Buzz Lightyear ride at Disney. Cute, but no where close to as cool.



While the boys rode the new ride, I kept the babies busy. Lollipops help.

And, this ride, circa 1988, somehow made it into the park. I'm sure the Texas State Fair is missing it this year.

Finally, we ended the evening with an impromptu breakdancing routine on the main stage. Not one ounce of shy in this family.

Jack gets things started.

And, then Carter and Blake join in. Yes, that is a 33 year old man, father of 3, getting down. Have I mentioned they sell beer at Elitch's?

The boys LOVED it!

Fall Favorites

#3 - Just About Anything From Pottery Barn Kids. Their holiday collections are always so cute.

I specifically like this basket. I bought it about 5 years ago and have added liners for each holiday. Autumn, Halloween, Christmas, Valentine's Day, and Easter.


And, it's on sale right now!

Of Course This Makes Sense

Love this article detailing AIG's pampering after the big bailout.

Check out the invoice here.