We are Family!

Averi and Mom headed west to spend time with the Wegman's and to meet Averi's newest cousin, Foster.

Averi and Hunter spent the afternoons in the pool. Just look at that smile!

We also went to the local science exhibit. Here are Averi and Hunter playing with Uncle Drew.

The newest member of our family-Foster! What a cutie!

July 4th Events

Averi and Mom spent the holiday weekend at G2's place while Keith was working at the ranch. We had a busy weekend, including Sea World and visiting Nana and Popi!



Us by the shark tanks! Averi loved the aquariums.

Averi wanted to "ride the horsey"! She was a little fearful at times but in the end enjoyed it.

Sea World had a Sesame Street show, which was one of the main reasons we took Averi. She loves Elmo and Abby. Her face was priceless when Elmo and the others walked out on the stage. She sang and danced to all the songs; it was AWESOME! G2 got Averi some Abby souvenirs....thanks G2!

Averi chillin' with Nana in the swing!

Of course, it was hot and there was no wind, so Averi played the wind chimes herself!

Beginning of Summer

Summer is here, and it will be a busy one! Averi has started her new school two days a week. She LOVES it and is doing great, which is a big relief! The other days she is home with mom. She posed for a few pictures over the weekend when G2 came to visit. We may have seen the end of her camera shyness!


Being like Daddy!


She looks so grown up!

Mommy's girl!

Marcie Beat Cancer Party!

One of our dearest friends, Marcie, was diagnosed with thyroid cancer last fall. She is now cancer free after undergoing surgery and treatment! She and her family held a party over Memorial weekend to celebrate beating cancer!



Averi and Brayden (Craig and Marcie's son) are playing together in the sandbox during the party. They also enjoyed the bounce house and water activities. It was a great way to celebrate life's many blessings.

Happy 2nd Birthday!

Averi is TWO! She had a healthy two-year check up weighing in at 30 lbs, 4 oz (86%) and 2 ft, 11.25 inches (87%) tall. It is amazing to watch her grow into a young girl!


Averi had wonderful family and friends gather for her 2nd birthday. We had pink cupcakes with white polka dots on them for our "Minnie" celebration. She needed a little help blowing out the candles!



Averi loves her Minnie Mouse balloon. She gives it hugs everyday!

Easter Camping

We went "camping" this Easter at Oak Thicket Park with the Ross Family. I put camping in quotes because we stayed in a great cabin with A/C, a restroom, and satellite TV! We did spend lots of time outdoors though....Averi would not have had it any other way! She had a blast exploring the new scenery.

Averi hunted for Easter eggs. After being pointed in the right direction, she did a great job locating them!

As I mentioned before, Averi is hard to photograph these days. Here she is putting the lens cap back on the camera as her picture is being taken.

Here is a family photo! Keep in mind we have been in the woods for two days!

Beautiful bluebonnets!

Averi and I went out to a bluebonnet field a few weeks ago hoping for some good pictures. Averi has not been cooperating when we try to take her picture, because she just wants to see the screen or play with the camera! We have lots of activities planned for the upcoming weeks and months, so I will get everyone more pictures soon.