Catholic School's Week 2014

Well....it has been an exceptional amount of time between blog postings. Mommy's sincere apologies. Her excuses include (but are not limited to): bad weather creating chaos in schedules and excessive togetherness, Mommy's 21 day sugar detox which resulted in laziness, Mommy's volunteering to be the co-chair of Catholic School's Week creating stress and taking time....etc. BUT, now that all of that has passed, Mommy is ready to come back with a bang! So enjoy these pictures from last week's fun filled Catholic School's Week!

Wacky Tacky Day! They are wacky. And actually pretty tacky. They get it honest.

School Dance Thursday night. Jace was on the dance floor most of the night. Lexa...on and off. Preschool through 8th grade is a pretty big age range...and somewhat intimidating on a dance floor when you weigh 30 lbs.

Helping Mommy get the concession stand ready before the dance.

Group shot! With Lexa the floating head....

School Spirit day! Apparently Lexa didn't have any school spirit as she did not pose. Honestly, there are many mornings she doesn't have any spirit period.

Dress up day! Jace's tie didn't seem right. But he insisted it be worn on the outside of his sweater. And really, who is Mommy to argue with a kid who has TWO girlfriends?

And finally, not a Catholic School's Week activity, but pretty cute nonetheless.

Mommy is highly motivated to once again keep up with this blog. Check back to see how she does!

Jace's birthday....round 2.

Jace celebrated his birthday for the 2nd weekend in a row. Saturday at the rec center as he had a sports party with friends from school and Sunday with a visit from Nana/Papa and Grandma/Grandpa.

Bean was sick Friday but luckily was back to her usual self by Saturday and able to partake in the festivities.

Check out wild Hawkeye staying calm with a sick kid. He is a good dog...Mommy just recognizes it more when he is asleep.

Ahh. See, isn't he sweet?

Ready to party!

Jace's cake for his rec center party

The party goers. They had a great time playing football, soccer, and kickball!

Jace was in heaven as he was his team's quarterback. He is already planning next year so he can run different plays.

Blowing out his candles. Let's just say it was not quiet EVER with this group.

And he fits in well.

Sunday Jace sat on the saddle at Texas Roadhouse so everyone could give him a yeehaw!

He was proud of his black tar from Nana and Papa and his  Chiefs gear from Grandma and Grandpa.

The end. And one last Happy Birthday Jace!

Jace's birthday....round 1.

Jace turned 7 on Saturday! His first round of birthday fun included an impromptu visit from Erin, Keegan, and Kona, fun at the bounce house with Amiya, an awesome Hawkeye cake, presents, and eating at a place where they cook in front of you. Next weekend is more birthday party fun with his friends....all 16 that he invited. Yikes.

Hawkeye and Kona met for the first time this weekend. Mommy cannot thank Kona enough. Nothing.....NOTHING up to this moment wore this dog out. And then came Kona. Hawkeye laid on the couch for like 3 hours straight. Cue Hallelujah music.....

Jacer and Keegan enjoying some Sunday morning pancakes.

His favorite gift....a Hawkeye football uniform....complete with helmet! Story on the helmet later.

Ready to tear into the goods!

Mommy loves this picture from the bouncy house. Does she need to point out that Lexa was pouting?

Jace and Hawkeye doing a little snuggling while he plays on his ipad.

Some of you probably saw this on facebook but Mommy will tell the story again anyway.
So Jace wanted that Hawkeye football helmet in the WORST way. It was all he could think about. So Mommy decides to (against her better judgement) take Lexa along for the purchase. On the way they discussed how important it was NOT to tell Jace about the helmet.  A promise was made....a pinky promise to be exact. It was even sealed with a kiss! Serious business.
So...approximately 1 hour after making the 'secret' purchase...
Jace: Man, I wish someone would buy me that helmet!
Lexa: Oh they did! I just can't tell you until your birthday.

Gotta love a 3-year-old.

And finally, Jace, Lexa, and Keegan with his awesome (and massive) football cake!

To keep with tradition....Jace, at 7 years you:

*wear a size 7 on average. You weigh about 44 lbs and wear a size 1 shoe.

*live for sports. Right now it is football but as basketball begins for you your focus will likely shift. 

*you love the Gator Boys and your ultimate dream is to visit the Gator Ranch in Florida.

*you love school...some of your best friends are Jack, Hunter, Leo, and Frankie. Your teacher is Mrs. Rhomberg and she says you are a great student and a leader in your room.

*you are a great big brother. You and Lexa fight a lot but you also play great together. Some of your favorites right now are to act out Full House, Gator Boys, or the movie Air Bud.

*you love Hawkeye. You help clean up pee and feed  him daily.

*you are one of the most genuine, kind hearted people Mommy knows. Adults and kids alike are drawn to you because of your sweet, nice personality. Mommy is soooo proud of you!

Happy Birthday Jace!

Christmas 2013

The Christmas festivities are going to be presented in reverse order. Because Mommy once again got them from her phone. Don't worry, they are just as fun backwards. Enjoy!

Sweet birthday cake for Jace. Decorated by his ultra talented Mother. 

Isn't he just about the cutest thing ever? Decked out in Gator Boys gear to watch his new Season 1 DVD.

Apparently Aunt Cari is not only talented in the baking department....but hair dressing as well!

Snuggled on Grandma's bed watching a movie.

Cousins!

Doing a little pottery with the Auge cousins. Note her hand. She was holding on to the pottery piece and just went ahead and painted her hand too. Efficient.

Jace's finished product...a Hawkeye football player!

That is a lot of 'talent' at work.

Playing in the snow at Grandma and Grandpa's house.

Abby, Lexa, and Courtney on Christmas night.

Check out the Cadillac of dollhouses Aunt Rita sent for Lexa! She was thrilled to say the least!

And she sent Jace a plethora of gator gifts. This is him wrestling a giant stuffed gator....hence the super serious look. Gator wrestlers do not smile.

Santa brought him a Hawkeye football jersey!

Jacer, Lexa, and Ali on Christmas Eve

Nathaniel, Evelyn, Jace, and Lexa in their pjs Christmas Eve.

Jace and Uncle Keith in his new Tony Stewart shirt!

Papa made cow tongue. Cow tongue. And Lexa ate it.

So did he. Ew.

Jace and Bean with Grandma Rosie.

Opening presents at Grandma Rosie's house!

And finally...or actually the beginning....Lexa's beautiful curls for Christmas Eve. Those of you who saw her know she did not bathe for many consecutive days. The remaining curls were a dead giveaway!

The End!

First blog on Mommy's phone!

Ok...if this works Mommy may get many more blogs posted because she won't have the extra steps of getting the pictures from her phone to the computer and back to the blog! Happy day! Check out Jace and Lexa's recent fun!

Jace is obsessed with football. This is his touchdown dance....
If Mommy could get in on video she would because it is a trip.

Sugaa Cookiiiiies Oh YEAH!

Christmas party at school!

An attempt at a Santa picture with Hawkeye. Mommy thinks it is actually pretty funny. You can see Hawkeye is in motion (because when is he not) and his trainer's hand coming into view trying to grab him!

With Santa at Hy-Vee.

 She used an abundance of sugar. And most of you know an 'abundance' of sugar in Mommy's head is more like sugar coma to most.

Before her winter party at dance. They did a gift exchange and Lexa received a notebook and pen with 3 colors of nail polish. Pretty much perfect for Bean.
Ok so that is it for now. Just so everyone knows the phone post was a giant plop. It extended about 5 days until Mommy finally gave up and finished on the computer. So much for shortcuts. Until next time!