Branson Cheer Competition

Our life from Nov-April is CHEER! Dance is going on as well but recital isn't until June...then we have a small break.

We were in Branson for a two-day competition this past weekend. The girls did a great job...we got first...but it was close.

One of Kylie's cheer friends, Haley, was with us because her mom was unable to go. It was good because it kept Kylie busy.

Here are a few pictures from the weekend...












Kylie and Haley with the trophy


Kylie and one of her coaches


lunch at Macaroni Grill...YUM!

Field Trip

The boys LOVE being with me at work (well, not in my class, but the school). They have learned so much! They go on neat field trips, too. Last week their class walked over to UCA's Cafeteria and took a tour (they are studying nutrition). Landon's favorite part was walking in the "biggest frigerator" and Gavin's favorite part was "eating pizza". I wasn't able to go with them but their teacher did snap a few pictures for me :)

First broken bone

I picked up the boys from daycare on Friday (Feb 13) and Gavin told me that he hurt himself at daycare. I said ok I'd look at his booboo when we got home. He was slow moving but they both are on Fridays and I didn't think anything of it. Later that night my friend Brooke tried to pick him up and he let out a cry. I looked closer and felt around and thought he may need to go to the ER. JD took him and they did an x-ray.....it was clear.......

BROKEN COLLARBONE


He has been doing quite well and I have noticed that he is more mobile with that arm/shoulder. He is one tough cookie! He did get a sling and a brace for around his shoulders.

Trip to Tulsa

I am aware that it has been way too long since my last post. I can't seem to find the time to download pictures and organize them so I am hoping to make several posts tonight.


The whole family traveled to Tulsa for a cheer competition. Now, this was a few days after our state was hit with an ice storm. We escaped any ice and didn't have to miss school (which I am STILL bummed about) but we were a little concerned with the road conditions in western Arkansas and Eastern Oklahoma. We made it there safe and sound (late but safe) and that is when a series of small disasters struck...

1. We quickly discovered that we left an entire suitcase at home. It happened to be the one that was packed with all of the boys clothes and shoes. So, JD raced to find a Wal-Mart at midnight and came back with some pants that were a tad big but managable.

2. We finally arrive at the arena only to discover a horrible setup. All the spectator seating was up high and Landon was scared. We had to climb several flights of stairs. Not great with two three year olds.

3. Of course, the boys needed a bathroom break soon after arrival at the arena. Long story short (and in Landon's words)...ONE piece went in the potty and it plushed and now its gone! In other words...one of Landon's lenses fell into the toilet. It was an automatic flusher and whoosh...away went the lens.


We managed to make it home with no more mishaps (and Kylie's squad got first place).

Cruise- Day 5-8

WOW...I would recommend a Disney cruise to anyone! We had so much fun! I wish it was longer. We have decided that we are going on a 7 day Disney cruise in the next few years and then go back to Disney when the boys are older and can enjoy it. It was relaxing, entertaining...just wonderful! I would go back in a minute!!

Hollywood Studios- Day 4

Our last day at the parks we went to Hollywood Studios. They have a new 4-D ride, Toy Story Mania, that was so much fun! It was a good ending to the first part of our vacation because we were tired and this park was more relaxed than...oh...Magic Kingdom. We ate at a WONDERFUL Italian place there for dinner.

It was a little sad going back to the lodge knowing it was our last night. We ended up doing some laundry and re-packing.

Epcot-Day 3

I know, I know...we have been back from vacation for a month now but it has been a busy month! My plan is to finish posting vacation pictures and then post what we have been up to lately...

We went to Epcot on Day 3. I was looking forward to the World Showcase. I thought Kylie would enjoy "visiting" several different countries (and she did!). We did ride rides but spent most of our time in World Showcase. We were exhausted and turned in earlier than the previous two nights.