A Spontaneous Trip to Arkansas!

Many, if not all, people who know me, know that I am not spontaneous. I spend a lot of time planning and preparing for things. I like to be organized and to know what to expect. Well, this week I did something out of the ordinary. We had Fall break from school and we were originally going to have to stay because Cavin had a football game Thursday night. Well, on Monday his game was moved to Wednesday evening and I started to formulate an idea. I have been wanting to visit my sister Marisa for a while, but haven't been able to find a good time to make it work with the kids' schedules. I have been feeling a lot lately that I needed to go. Well, Ragnar left for Germany on a business trip and to see his parents, so I felt like I needed to take advantage of the unexpected 4 days and make a real quick trip to Arkansas. 

We left early Thursday morning and with the help of Ella driving, we made it in time to see Liam's football game. He got some playing time at the end and it was fun to see him play and see a part of his life. 

He got sandwiched pretty good at the end, but took the tackle pretty well!

His team won and #40 was fun to cheer. It was a beautiful night and a great facility they get to play on. 

Marisa's house is beautiful and the boys enjoyed the backyard and played a lot of football in the nice weather. 

Ethan taught Ella and Cavin how to play Risk and he did a little too well as Cavin won ;)

Channing was in heaven with Roma their dog and baby Grayson!

We played pickle ball, painted pumpkins, and made Carmel apples. 

Cute Grayson kept us entertained. 

We got to see the temple which is almost finished. 

Addie and Kate sure are silly!

We went to church together since they have very early church, and then hit the road. I was nervous driving as I have felt a little off, but Ella once again helped drive and we made it safely.

I was so grateful I got to see my sister and her family. I sure love her and her cute family and I really wish they lived closer!! I hope it isn't three years til we get back again! 

First stitches

Deacon showed off his new pants and slid on the tile and then ended up slipping and smacking his chin on the floor. Sadly the cut was deep enough he had to get stitches. I guess I feel pretty good about making it this long without a kid having to get stitches, but I sure wish we could have kept the streak alive!

Poor kid was so nervous to get stitches, but was so brave when the dr came in to do them. Honestly the dr was more nervous than he was. Her hand kept shaking and I was getting a little worried about how successful she would be, but she ended up doing a great job. 

I hope the scar is mild as his pretty face doesn't need any accessories. We sure love this boy and he did great through it all. 

Homecoming 22 and Ragnar's birthday!

Homecoming has come again for Atascocita High School. Ella decided to go with a bunch of friends this year and skip the dance portion. They took pictures, went to dinner, and then went to a friends to karaoke and hang out. They seem to have a fun evening.

She is beautiful in green.

Beautiful girls.

A fun group of boys..some hadn't made it quite yet ;)

These are two of Ella's best friends. Katelyn and Aspen. 

Ella and Beth who helped her organize it this year. 

She only has one more homecoming left :'( so sad! I'm glad for her to be making these high school memories.

The next day Ragnar turned 45!!

It was a simple celebration, but he is an incredible man. 

We had dinner and played games and just enjoyed celebrating his 45 years of life. 

Soccer Season Fall 22'

Soccer season is here yet again! Wahoo! Our soccer loving family is excited to have it back. Cavin and Ragnar are reffing on Saturdays and Ragnar is also coaching Channings team again this year. 

Channing is playing with many of the same players as last year and is the red phoenix this year. She is progressing and loves to have something in common with her dad and brothers. 

Deacon is playing on almost the exact same team as the past few seasons and just loves watching, playing, and thinking about soccer. 

The season is now half over and Deacon is still undefeated and has never lost a game. It will be an interesting day when he finally has his first loss! He is playing on the red skulls. They both are red this season and wear the same size, so it's a little annoying figuring out who's soccer socks and shorts are who's after laundry! 

Musical Talent

I love that Ella and Cavin share their love of orchestra/music and the cello with their dad. I enjoy listening to them play. They are both in orchestra this year and sadly Cavin had to miss his first concert because he had a football game that night. 

Ella also had began choir this year as well and is really thriving. She loves it. 

I loved her first preview of a concert. 

I'm looking forward to listening to their musical talents develop this year. Yay for music!

Football Season

Easing ourselves into Texas high school football is no joke around here. Cavin has so many practice hours each week and I miss having him around. Many nights he doesn't get home until 6:30 or 7. He has been working hard to get better as the kicker on the team. He plays on the freshman red team and we enjoy watching him play. 

Cute number 36!

It is a little nerve wracking as a mom to watch him kick as it's all up to him. He says it is up to the holder, the snap, the wind, etc. but all people usually see is if he makes the field goal or he doesn't. I'm proud of all his hard work. We are halfway through the season now and I love going to his games. Go Eagles!