The twins 1st game Sept 5th 2009

Well we are off to a good start, we played the Fredericksburg Rams and won 18-6. Even though we had to travel for a total of three hours it was a nice ride with pretty views and gave Jamie and I some time to bond as well. The boys rode up there with their friend Corey and his mom, Jamie and I enjoyed the ride up, and the ride back was good because Ethan crashed out after he ate his lunch. It was a long day for us getting up by 7.30 am and returning around 5.00 pm., but I tell you I would not miss any of these moments. As I look at all my boys and see my three older boys, and how much they have grown and become young adults I realize that we have to cherish all our time with our kids. They grow up so fast, and everyday together are memories we will keep with us forever. I just want to also say that we missed you Lisa, the games won't be the same without you!!!!

Whoop Whoop, Judson Rockets!!

Well, the twins and I went to our 1st Judson home game the other night. It was very exciting as always and even though we got our butts kicked, and got some rain we had a good time. The boys had fun with their cousins and friends, and enjoyed the nachos.
I sure miss going to the games with the older boys, Marcus and Ryan were at work and Michael with his friends, but happy that I still have the twins to hang with me!!
I cannot wait to see the twins on that field one day as I enjoyed watching the older boys during football and track.

Their 1st Concert

The boys finally went to their first concert. We received back stage passes to see Demi Lovato (our cousins step-daughter), and drove to Dallas with Popo, Nane , Aunt Jamie, Aunt Christy and cousin Ella. Let's just say the drive up there was an adventure, the boys and Ella really try to get along. The show opened with my favorite and moms, David Archuleta he was fantastic and we always said he should have won American Idol. He was so cute and seeing mom when he came out was so funny ( this was her first concert also), she cried and we were so happy she got the chance to see him on stage. Demi, as the kids would say "ROCKED", she is really good in concert and we all enjoyed the show and the opportunity for the kids to see their "cousin".

When it was all done and over, we all piled into Lisa's car and stayed the night at her place. Mom and dad had the hotel room to themselves because we all wanted to see Lisa's place. It was really nice, the boys loved it. Ethan managed to find one of Lisa's robes and though he was a boxer.They especially enjoyed getting to snuggle with Aunt Lisa on the blow up mattress, and once they laid down they were out. We enjoyed breakfast the next morning with the Uncles and headed back to SA, this time the kids were so pooped from the night before they didn't have the energy to fight. They just wanted to sleep.

What will they talk about next?

Well, I'm not sure what brought this conversation up the other day, I'm assuming it started with Jamie saying she did not want kids. Jamie and I were talking about children and of course the twins were in there and as usual had to join the conversation. Ethan was saying that he only wants to have two kids with his wife. I told him that two was a good number, he then when on to say that if him and his wife are together for two hours then they would have two kids only. Jamie and I just started laughing, we couldn't believe what he was saying and that he was so serious. I told him with no detail that the hours had nothing to do with determining how many children you would have. That some people have no children, and that you usually only have one child , and maybe another one much later. Unless of course you become as blessed as me and have twins. Isaiah's response " if you have no children then it would be for nothing, then why do it"? Okay, that's enough of that conversation! :) Needless to say, they had me and Jamie rolling.

Our Family Vacation!!!

Well, I'm happy to say that not too much time has passed since my last Blog. I'll get better, let me start by saying that we had a GREAT time on our trip to South Padre. Though we have been there before every trip holds different memories. We had a really cool condo right on the beach, the water was wonderful and the weather was great. Our first night the kids had to go searching with flashlights for crabs, they had such a good time. Then it was two days on the beach, I learned that my Isaiah is NOT afraid of the water, and getting on his boogie board and having the waves drift him away was a blast for him and a nightmare for me. I finally went with him to where he wanted to go and then we were back where I felt more comfortable. We saw dolphins ( lots of dolphins) and Ethan was trying to convince me that they could be sharks, I think they like scaring me!! We all had a good time at the beach and at the pool, and we laughed a lot. The boys thought it was funny that a wave went over my head and that I lost my sunglasses because another wave hit the top of my head and they fell off into the water. They even teased me the next day that they thought they saw them floating in the in the water :) Fun times!!!

I know, so much time has passed,,,,

Okay, well I told Lisa this would be a challenge for me! I started working again in March and I have been super, super, super busy!!! With Marcus's graduation, the graduation party, the paperwork and information in reference to college, I can go on and on.

Well lets start with Marcus, my 1st baby is officially out of High School, he is working full time during the summer and will attend St Phillips F\T in the fall, he also wants to continue working F\T. Ryan is also working F\T for the summer and enjoys working at HEB, he is a Senior, yes back to back, I have a 2 yr break then it's Michael's turn. Lets not talk about the break between him and the twins! :)

Michael and the twins are enjoying the summer, Michael staying the night with friends and hanging out at the school gym, the twins trying to be in the pool everyday.

Marcus had a good track season, Dist Champs, Regional Qualifier, and State Qualifers. Michael had a good season in Soccer, the twins will finally be starting Football Season, but with a new team. More on that later.

Mothers Day was great, the kids made me breakfast, the twins washed the dishes and actually did a good job. We just had Marcus's grad party and we had such a good time with family and friends. Let me see what else has happened since March? Oh, our dog Brody is a daddy to 6, two boys and 4 girls.

We finally got the the Magazine of the twins from Ser Padres, whew. I like to talk but that was alot.

I will try my best to update our blog more often!!! :)

Beautiful!!

I asked Lisa to take some pictures of the twins for me in Marion one week-end and I have to say I'm glad she did. I have been wanting to update their pictures and Lisa did a wonderful job, she really is better than she thinks. Photographers are so expensive and Lisa and Christy take wonderful pictures. I'm already blessed to have them as sisters and so happy they have an extra talent in photography. Here are some shots of Lisa at work!

Thank You, Aunt Lisa!

Soccer, Soccer, Soccer

Well I have to say. I LOVE me some soccer!!! All my boys have played soccer, they started at age 4, Marcus and Michael were the only ones to continue soccer through their 7th grade year. They played for competitive leagues and they were good. Of course once they went to Junior High that all changed and they wanted to try football. Don't get me wrong, we love us some football. :) Anyway, for some reason soccer is not even a sport played in Junior High, but it is in High School. So, I asked Michael to try out and he did, and made the team. I knew he would go out there and play like he never stopped playing the sport. He was a little concerned that he may have lost some of his game, but when you have the natural talent, you don't lose it. He was good then and is good now!!

Go, Rockets!

For the Love of Track

So, it has started, Marcus had his first track meet Feb 21st. And Aunt Lisa of course came down to see him run and take pictures. Which I have to say her pictures came out wonderful!!! We were there all day, but the boys had a good time, including Jakob! Give them some room to run, food, candy and drinks and they are good to go. Marcus did very well that day, he placed 2nd in the 400 and in the relay they placed 3rd. Can't wait until tomorrow for the meet being held at Judson, hoping Nane and Popo can watch our boy run!!

First Car!!!

Marcus finally got a car!! It's funny how things happen, I actually took my car to the dealership because I was having some issues. I was told it would take about an hour on my car so dad and I went looking around. Of course there were eager sales people all over us before we knew it. We told them we were just looking around, and then PoPo asked" well we are looking for a used car with low miles do you have any?" Do we have any? We just had a Civic brought in, it's still on the lot, no price, want to take a look? Well we did, and the car was in perfect condition, low miles, very clean, a nice little car and the price was right. So, needless to say Marcus has a car. He was so thankful and excited. He never thought this day would come, thank you Nane, PoPo.

Happy Valentine's Day

Well, this year again I decided to make cupcakes for my boys, and decided to decorate the kitchen as well. I went out and bought some balloons and cards, the boys enjoyed the cupcakes and enjoyed the card. I received hugs and kisses and a ' Thank You Mom". We had plenty of cupcakes and even gave some to Nane's nurse, the neighbor came by the same day and brought over cupcakes she made. So, we had plenty. Then of course the boys came home with a big bag full of candies and Valentine cards from their friends. We also sent Aunt Lisa a gift, however she received it AFTER the holiday, but loved her gifts. Ethan and Isaiah picked out a rose that opened, and had a ring inside. They were so excited about this rose, Isaiah wanted to tell her about the ring sooo bad. But I told him it had to be a surprise.

Did they get it?

Well, it's been awhile since I've posted anything. I apologize, I just get wrapped up with so much. Not sure how I ever worked a full-time job and managed home? Amazing, anyhow we should be hearing something from Michelle ( Parent Magazine), I know the Photo Shoot was wonderful, they did hair and make-up on the boys, and they had a stylist for their clothing. I have to say the boys did very well that day, from what Michelle told me the twins were her favorite. As soon as she saw them on the Entourage Web-site she had to have them. The magazine is the April issue, it will publish mid March, so I will have more details then. This was by far a wonderful experience for Ethan and Isaiah, we will never forget that day.

Cover of Parent Magazine?

Well, this year has started out to be a busy one. Ethan and Isaiah we're selected to do a photo shoot for Parent Magazine, they are interested in them for the cover and possibly a story. " Michelle" from Parent Magazine is flying down from New York next week, their photo shoot is scheduled for the 22nd. So, lets keep our fingers crossed, this is a popular magazine and the experience in itself is great for the boys. I took them to their web-site so they could see the covers, and also had to explain that their our going to be people there that day giving them clothes and shoes to put on. Ethan was a little concerned with the changing out of his clothes and getting dressed in front of people, I told him he would not be completely undressed. He felt better, I also told them that they have to pay attention to the photographer. So, I think they will do great. This past Monday they both had an audition for a commercial with Church's Chicken, I can see that they are getting more and more used to what goes on with the auditions.

Good luck,boys!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Happy New Years!!!!!!

Well this year I decided to stay in and enjoy my New Year's with four of the MEN in my life. Marcus had to work, yes he worked until about 12.30 am. Lisa and I decided to rent movies and the kids wanted pizza, so they got pizza. We enjoyed watching a couple of movies and we all got a little scare when the power went out for about a minute, after that I couldn't get the twins off me. Aunt Jamie joined our little party, it was nice just laughing and relaxing, and of course some arguing . We all stayed awake until the New Year, except Ethan and Isaiah who tried but missed by 20 minutes. The next day, the boys had fun putting on the hats and beads Popo and Nane brought back from their little trip.

Happy New Year to everyone!!!!!!!