Pictures of Mike

Here are updated pictures of Mike from Iraq:

After a 10K. He recently ran a marathon by himself. That takes determination. Great job, Mike!

Mike with the General.

Thankfully, he will be home next month. We cannot wait!

Enjoy!

Where Has the Time Gone?

One of my jobs since Mike has deployed is to update the blog. I have done it well, haven't I? I have done it as well as mow the lawn (I pay the neighbors) and clean the van (my father-in-law is doing that as I type.) So much has happened. In the words of my best friend, Terry, from her blog...crap.

Since I last updated we have had Halloween, Carter's first birthday, Thanksgiving and Christmas in Louisiana, my mom's visit, Carter's first steps, Ryan's success in soccer, Ryan's school closing and enrollment in a local elementary school, Mike's completion of a half and full marathon in Iraq, and my father-in-law's visit.

So, I will post some pictures, in no particular order, for you all to enjoy. These are until December. I will add more soon. I hope to do better in the months to come. I have a feeling Mike is passing the blogging torch to me.

Ryan played soccer for the YMCA in the fall. He will start again in the spring.

Ryan was not excited to take this picture with his brother.

Ryan with his teacher, Miss Anna at Treehouse Day School. She is a great teacher and we miss her!

Happy First Birthday, Carter!! We love you!!

The next three are at the Stone Oak Winter Festival.

Ryan with HEB Buddy.

Carter is not amused.Ryan is a pro with Santa. This was Carter's first picture with Santa. Let's just say that they did not get along.

Carter and Aunt Sharon.
A boy and his dog. Carter and Dusty.

Enjoy!