Sunday Best

Church clothes didn't look too bad, even after a beignet run to Cafe Du Monde.

Dance Recital

I often wish I had the mad photography skills of my friends Malesa and Dana, or that I could atleast keep the camera cord out of the pictures. But I don't. Luckily I have some beautiful models that overcome my shortcomings.

This was our best dance recital ever. Makes me think tht my little girls are getting big too fast.

Welcome Summer

Welcome back summer! Oh, how we have missed you.

Longwood Gardens

My sweet friend Malesa and I now share a pass to the Longwood Gardens. So guess where I will be taking each and every one of you who comes to visit me?
It is beautiful and there will be many posts to come from this amazing garden. This picture is from Arbor Day (I think.) There was this awesome tree climbing experience that the kids could participate in. Jacob was not too happy that Cece was higher than he was!

R & R

If you are HOPING for a weekend of R & R do not go to Erin Richer's house. But if you are hoping for a weekend of kids playing outside until they can not form complete sentences, fabulous food, loving on a sweet baby, inspirational stories, amazing hospitality, and enough laughing to make you belly hurt, I would highly recommend it.

Things to come

I have been inspired to blog by active friends everywhere. So this is just a taste of PA blogging to come. I usually only do it during deployment, but happily, it has been a while...so I am going to start sharing again.

My bologna has a first name...

it's o-s-c-a-r. My bologna has a second name it's m-a-y-e-r.

Going strong .....

In case you are wondering what 60 years of marriage looks like, here it is. 4 children, 14 grandchildren, and 8 -ooops, 9 great grandchildren later. Welcome Baby Arabelle! Geaux Mimi and Bubba!

We went to Cece's field day at school this week. I still can not believe that they have a $60,000 atrificial turf that they actually let the Elementary School have Field Day on. The team also has practise on it. I think all of my fellow STA alumni know this would have never happened at The Pitt.

Easter Train

We went to see the Easter Bunny at lakeside while we were in New Orleans. I was gong to take a picture, but Jacob said, "OK, we saw him, let's go ride the train." Jill ran off behind him. Cece had already informed me that there were no more Bunny pictures in her future. (I'm hoping I can still get Santa pictures?) So we rode the train and pocketed the difference!

First Communion

Cece made her First Communion at Holy Thursday Mass. She was so excited and we are so proud of her. More pictures to follow soon. She looked like an angel!

Kangarooz

We had a great time today with Gina and Connor at Kangarooz in D'Iberville. It is an Indoor Family Fun place. Cece had never been before! It was great fun and lead to great naps! (Martin- they have those "Crooked Houses" like on John and Kate)

It's fun to play at the...

These are pictures from our last week of Flag Football at the YMCA. Cece cheered, Jacob scored a touchdown, and Jill got her own chair. They were all very happy.

First Reconciliation

On Saturday Cece made her First Reconciliation.

Stonewall Braud

Granny has a new Grand-puppy, Stonewall. She never really sees Jenny's dogs, so having Stonewall in for the holidays was a new experience. My kids love that BIG guy. He is 75 pounds of fun for Jacob. Jill was also fearless. Sometimes I was having to hold her back off of him. Cece liked playing fetch with Jason and the dog.

It was wonderful to spend time with Jason, who is a great godparent, and his fabulous wife Jackie. They are so much fun and always take a real interest in the kids. Hope to see you guys again soon.

Donaldsonville

We finally made it to Donaldsonville, the morning after Christmas. The kids had a great time destroying Maw Maw Dot's tidy house. We played outside some and had a delicious post-holiday breakfast on the 26th.

Thanks Santa!

All of the kids sure love this new trampoline. It was their gift from Santa. Jill will run around in it all day saying "ump, ump" Pops was right when he said that it is a huge play pen for her. We can't wait for Da Da to be jumping with us soon.

Naughty or Nice?

A few days after Christmas my Dad took us to the Mall of Louisiana before it opened to let the kids run. We found their Santa psture area. They called in Santastic and is sure looked it. Right down to the Naughty and Nice Meter. We had a fun outing and it was the best time to be at the mall....when you can't spend anymore money.

Da Da, we're hoping your on the Nice list this year.

Nettles Christmas

We opened presents in St. Amant around noon on Christmas Day. The kids and adults were all happy with their gifts.

Merry Christmas Da Da

Merry Christmas Da Da. We miss you and can't wait to see you. We hope that you get some fabulous Christmas Sushi and have a wonderful day. You'll be home in time to put the toys together and haul out the tree. Love, Sally, Cece, Jacob, and Jill.