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| Hallie's Baptism |
1.06.2008
Hallie's Baptism
So, Hallie was Baptized today. The same day, one year later than Keith. Keith was baptized in Lawrenceville at St. Edwards in a solemn yet bueatiful service on the last day of Christmas. The service suited Keith's style; traditional and reverent, etc. Garrison was also Baptized in Lawrenceville at St. Edwards but in June. This service also suited Garrison's style; it was Pentacost and lively,feiry colors were in abundance. And so today, it seemed right that Hay waited to be baptized in Katy. Today was joyful, colorful just like Hay. Amen
12.28.2007
12.26.2007
First Texas Christmas
We love that it's Christmas time in Texas and we can enjoy the outdoors day or night, often in a pair of shorts. This year we enjoyed a bueatiful Christmas eve service at a local church and then came home and enjoyed a nice nighttime stroll with Tipper before opening the traditional Christmas eve Jammies!
Christmas arrived early (5:30a.m.) to the sound of Garrison singing loudly in the front room...we finally woke at 6a.m. The kids declared this was the best Christmas ever and enjoyed several really nice gifts...some SANTA gifts included a new bike for Garrison and an Ipod Nano for Hallie. Other nice gifts included a wonderful new camera for Hallie and a Nintendo DS Lite for G; both gifts given courtesy of the Horton Gparents and Keith and I. Keith and I enjoyed new cycling shoes for the mtn bikes from Gary and Sharon and each other and Wyoming wear and pictures from my parents. But, let me tell you the greatest gift of all was given to me by my honey...it's a gift that keeps on giving and started in July when we left Georgia and he quit smoking. Keith and I enjoyed one of those mtn bike rides that leaves you wondering if you are really on earth or perhaps already in heaven...After all the visible gifts were open Keith and I got on the bikes and headed down to the Bayou for an awesome ride. I really did feel blessed to be riding with him on Christmas day knowing that each day since he has quit his body is becoming healthier and more in tune with nature, his family and himself. What a gift to be doing something I enjoy so much with someone I love so dearly!
Christmas arrived early (5:30a.m.) to the sound of Garrison singing loudly in the front room...we finally woke at 6a.m. The kids declared this was the best Christmas ever and enjoyed several really nice gifts...some SANTA gifts included a new bike for Garrison and an Ipod Nano for Hallie. Other nice gifts included a wonderful new camera for Hallie and a Nintendo DS Lite for G; both gifts given courtesy of the Horton Gparents and Keith and I. Keith and I enjoyed new cycling shoes for the mtn bikes from Gary and Sharon and each other and Wyoming wear and pictures from my parents. But, let me tell you the greatest gift of all was given to me by my honey...it's a gift that keeps on giving and started in July when we left Georgia and he quit smoking. Keith and I enjoyed one of those mtn bike rides that leaves you wondering if you are really on earth or perhaps already in heaven...After all the visible gifts were open Keith and I got on the bikes and headed down to the Bayou for an awesome ride. I really did feel blessed to be riding with him on Christmas day knowing that each day since he has quit his body is becoming healthier and more in tune with nature, his family and himself. What a gift to be doing something I enjoy so much with someone I love so dearly!
11.28.2007
Biking in Georgia; Memories
Lately, I find myself closing my eyes on bike rides(scary huh?) or when I am on a cardio machine(which I hate) imagining I am in the North Georgia Mtn's on my bike. Honestly, the North Georgia mtns are like I imagine heaven, quiet, serene, fresh with breathtaking views. The climbs are often slow, steady hard work and the fast descents are exhilarating.
I managed to find some old photos and even a Coach Coy video of the last several years rides and found many of the GAP rides. It's cool to think I rode the same roads as Lance Armstrong,Tom Daneilson,Nathan ONeil, Ceasar Grajeles,(I have actually ridden with Nathan and Ceasar; the later actually changed a flat for me; he's adorable) Dave Zabriske, and yes, Floyd Landis. I am sure something like the GAPs exists in Texas and I look forward to discovering such a place.
I managed to find some old photos and even a Coach Coy video of the last several years rides and found many of the GAP rides. It's cool to think I rode the same roads as Lance Armstrong,Tom Daneilson,Nathan ONeil, Ceasar Grajeles,(I have actually ridden with Nathan and Ceasar; the later actually changed a flat for me; he's adorable) Dave Zabriske, and yes, Floyd Landis. I am sure something like the GAPs exists in Texas and I look forward to discovering such a place.
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11.23.2007
Thanksgiving 2007 Houston
So, Thanksgiving has come and gone and with it all the family has left the house. Great memories remain in this place and we look forward to sharing more good times with the Texas family. Enjoy the photo's contained below and visit often; the door is always open.
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| 2007-11-23 |
11.21.2007
11.12.2007
Updates, long overdue!
Hey all...Here is a mess of pics...Pre and post house pics...halloween, silly backyard pics, extended family fun, Houston downtown museum district and other goofy stuff. We have been busy with the house and Keith's extended family...all his aunts, cousins and of course parents live down here. We have also been busy traveling to see Hay in her xc meets. Hay is of course busy with friends, football games, and parties. G is kicking butt in school, killing his 1 mile time, building and riding to school and home every day. The family has been riding and running together lots and the plan is for all us to do a 5k on Thanksgiving. Post race; 19 family members from the Houston,& the Austin area will converge on our Walnut Drive house for Turkey and fun. Miss you all.
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