Time, once again, to catch up!

Inside that panther mascot costume is Connor Rapp. He was asked to be the Paratus Panther for a field day. Collins and Holden love Connor in or out of costume - look at how they are holding on to him. Sweet to a momma's heart!

We experienced our first Houston Astros game and it was a hit! All the kids had fun and we paid too much for ballpark snacks. The best part of it all is how we got the tickets. A few months ago, Todd and Colton were out in the front yard playing catch. A gentleman who was driving by our house stopped and told Todd that he loved seeing a dad play ball with his son. This stranger, who works for the Astros, told Todd that he would give our family free tickets to a game - and he did! Thank you!

Mom and dad at the ball game - with Connor holding the popcorn bucket behind our heads. 

The many antics of Connor. He makes our family more fun!

Big enough to touch the top of this space at the church - Collins is growing into a lovely little lady.

 Most of my kids are really glad it is the season for sweet corn on the cob. They enjoy it so much!

Ah, this stocking cap was perfect for a hot day in Houston. Holden found this in our attic and wore it for most of the day last Wednesday.

Connor presented his 7th grade science project. 

This picture was taken at Colton's baseball game. Holden must have been bored. 

I was on my way to clean a bathroom (bleach wipes under my arm, glass cleaner and a rag between my knees) when Collins wanted me to take this picture with her baby, Emily.