Well, Batman and Wild Kratts are no longer kings in this household. Although Robert has worn batman once this week, he has chosen Transformers and Star Wars first. Wild Kratts is still fun, but William is loving Magic School Bus more these days. The winds of change are here. Hannah still loves dress up and playing with her brothers, so at least she is still somewhat predictable (as predictable as 14 month olds can be, lol).
Friday, The kids and I drove up to Abilene. It is a 4 1/2 hour drive, but we took longer because we made a stop at Chick-fil-a to stretch our legs and eat. We made it late afternoon and arrived where my grandparents (Jamama and Japapa) live. Hannah got to meet Jamama for the first time. Among her mutterings, she kept asking, "didn't I meet her yesterday?" in reference to Hannah. I didn't think much of it, but she kept saying, "Here sweet Hannah" while looking at her. Finally toward the end of our visit, Jamama looked at Hannah reached out her arms and said, "Come here sweet Hannah. Come here!" in the sweetest tone. I teared up and walked Hannah over to Jamama and she touched Hannah's face. The boys and Hannah loved on Japapa while we were there, and we all made a walk around the pond there (Jamama in the wheel chair). William dazzled Japapa with all of his new found knowledge and the afternoon was one I will replay in my mind for years to come. As we left, Robert without hesitation ran up to Jamama and give her a big hug and kiss. She stroked his cheek and smiled. The kids all hugged and kissed on Japapa. We made plans to meet the following day. We then drove over to Rebecca and Dave's house. The kids stayed with Rebecca's mom and sister Rachael that evening while Dave, Rebecca and I got to attend SING. I'm not sure who had more fun: the kids playing with Rebecca's son Jonas, or us!
The next morning, Rebecca, all for kids and I headed to campus for HSU Homecoming. I got to see a few old professors, and way more of my former classmates than I thought possible. It was good for my soul to catch up with so many people in person, including a couple I knew from when we lived in Austin. We even ran into my future brother-in-law Kevin, which really confused William. It was so out of place and he couldn't understand that Kevin is living in Abilene since we only ever see him in Dallas. Japapa joined us a little later, which was a blessing as he was able to help me keep an eye on the kids during Cow Poke Posse. The kids jumped on inflatables, rode horses, got their hair colored, did crafts, got balloon animals, and got fake tatoos. Hannah particularly loved the horses. She tried to jump the line to climb on one. After her horse ride, she spent much of the rest of the time following around the miniature horse and petting it. When that wasn't happening, she was cuddling with Japapa. She was quite taken with her great-grandfather. All the kids were, in fact. When he wasn't holding Hannah, he was getting hugs from or playing with Robert or he was listening to a story from William. We all had lunch in the cafeteria. The kids thought it was so cool to be eating in a COLLEGE cafeteria. William got a crepe and the man behind the counter should get raise. He made the crepe into a production adding all of the toppings and fruit William could ever want. As he passed over the crepe to William he said, "If you come here for college, I'll make you this crepe every day in the cafeteria if you want." William was instantly sold. There was a piano man there and Robert and Jonas had a delightful time bustin' a move to the music. Hannah joined in occasionally but was way more concerned with their selection of ice cream. We then took Japapa and Rachael to the HSU cowboys football game. It was hot and the 'boys were winning handily, so we left just before half time to head home. Seriously an amazing trip. I am so glad the kids were able to spend time with their great-grandparents and my good friends. Francis met us in Temple on the way home for dinner and then graciously drove the kids the rest of the way while I drove his car.
Sunday was Francis's 30 birthday. We had donuts for breakfast, and then he got to open his gifts. The kids got him some model rockets for them to build together and his parents and I got him 4 tickets to the A&M football game on October 29. He is going to get to go with his dad, Gershom and another friend. I think it was a nice surprise. After church I surprised him with a birthday lunch at the Browers house. Audrey came over too and after lunch the adults got to talk while the kids played. After AWANAS that evening, I had Francis's favorite meal, lasagna, all ready and waiting for him. It was some of the best lasagna I've ever made. Happy Birthday, Francis! We are so blessed to have you in our lives!
Yesterday the kids and I went to the Children's Barnyard event at A&M. The kids ran around and learned about all types of livestock, climbed on a tractor and generally ran around. Then we did story time at the library which just happened to be about farms. Score one for educational moments! After that, my kids STILL did not nap. I know 'm just fooling myself, but I keep hoping that if I wear them our they will nap...nope!
Today Francis had to be at school and I had MOMs so I had someone babysit William at a park while I went. The girl is actually someone I babysat when I was younger. She's a senior at A&M now and turning into an amazing lady. She walked with William around the park for 2 hours to play Pokemon Go. William had "the best time ever". At Moms I made a cotton wreath. It was confirmation once again that I 'm not crafty and cannot make bows. The end result came out ok though!
That's all for now.
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