Park Partners

I took the Brister brothers to the park on Sunday for a bit of playtime. The weather here is still very hot so we only lasted about an hour. I managed to snap a few pictures during that time. The fun including a game of chase all over the park (Patrick was doing the chasing, although I'm not sure he realized it), see-saw, swinging, sliding, and everything in between. They had a blast!

Pi-Booooo

In completely, totally unrelated news, I'd like to wish my beloved bride a Happy Anniversary. And not just any! 10 years!!! It is hard to believe that the time has passed so fast. I am very proud of my wife, the best mother that I could've ever asked for. She is a true blessing in my life. Happy Anniversary, Su!

And now a gift from Patrick, to the blog world.

Finding Nemo

This is a great video that is a couple of weeks old. You may remember the neighbor's cat, Nemo, who used to come around the house quite often and bother George. We rarely see him anymore. However, one random day, he paid us a visit. Patrick was very excited to see him.

School Daze 2011

Yes, seriously, Patrick is now in school. Today marked the first official school day of the year. As a refresher, this is a mother's morning out program at one of the local churches. Jacob has been going since he was one year old and now it's Patrick's turn.

Suzanne was given a good report by the teachers of both boys. Patrick was held a lot and was flirting with falling asleep for periods of time. He did not eat lunch until she picked him up. But he made it through the full day (9AM-1PM), which was a "win" in our book.

Jacob was a bit shy, which is not unusual. It takes a while for him to warm up to new people. Once he does, he is very sociable. One of his teachers was moved up from the two years class so she brings a familiar face.

Here are some pictures taken just before loading up for the ride to school! They look very official, I think.

August Ramblings

A special "hello" to my grandmother Granny who I know has been waiting patiently for a new blog post. This little global economic crisis has prevently me from doing much of anything other than work. Although the issues have not died down, I figured I needed a breather! The month of August is almost over and I've not gotten one picture on here. So the following is a collection of happenings from the month.

Jacob before heading to the pool on his "cell phone"

Patrick looking "buff"

Perhaps my favorite picture of all time. The boys waiting on their daddy to come home from work. The best feeling I have every day!
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Two weeks ago, we took the boys to Hammond to a quaint, but new and nice, children's museum. There were plenty of great activities for kids their age. They had a blast.

Patrick checking out his guns

Jacob listening to some music from up above

His favorite. Playing cashier at Middendorf's a famous seafood place about 40 miles away.

This is not real Middendorf's food :)

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The day after the Hammond trip, we were invited to join Reece, Porter, Mack, and Lindsey at Mack's mother house in The Rigolets, also about 40 miles away. The Parnells came and the kids enjoyed themselves. The real winner was dog, Jake, who got to eat up all of the table scraps dropped by seven children.

Back on the homefront, Patrick is really growing up. He tries to do everything his older brother does. Here he is eating with his fork. He does *not* like for you to help him.

And he LOVES George. I wish I had the video camera here. He's likely saying. KITTTYYYYYYYYY. HIIIII, KITTTYYYYYY. And if any of you know rough George, it's a minor miracle he hasn't swatted him. Patrick is not afraid, regardless. And George allows both boys to have their way with him. They're a tight knit group!

Jacob's Birthday Part 3

Here is the grand finale to Jacob's birthday week. Cake and good times with friends and family!

Jacob's Birthday Part 2

After viewing this post, I fully expect you to understand why it's taken so long to post pictures. I only took 195 of them! I have to admit that I am a bit disappointed in how they turned out. My camera was not "behaving" like it should and a lot of them came out blurry. Still, though, I hope I captured the excitement.
All in all, Jacob had a wonderful time. About 15 youngsters showed up to Gymboree on a gloomy Saturday. Thank goodness for the indoors! I will comment below the pictures as appropriate.

Pops is trapped

Now you see why! Gavin and Jacob doing the dirty work

Friends, Reece and Deacon

Two future athletes, Patrick and Porter

Su with friend Rochelle and baby girl, Camille

Lila, Reece, Jacob, and Gavin

We'll wrap things up tomorrow with Part 3. They include the cake celebration and a special birthday dinner with Nana, Pawpaw, Bebe, Pops, and Aunt Colie!!!!