Well, another great fall weekend. We had a busy but really fun weekend. We kicked off the weekend by going to see Preston's Jog-A-Thon at his school in Highland Village. He did a great job and was so happy to see us. It was really special because my grandparents were able to come to watch with my mom. So the kids got to see Gramma, LaLa and GaGa! My kids are really close to their great-grandparents and I am so thankful for their relationships. Friday night I took Greyson to the Frisco Storytelling Festival. Those of you that know Greyson really well know that he is very dramatic. He can tell a great story! We enjoyed the time spent together. I can not remember the last time I was able to spend one on one time with Greyson. It was a special time. On Saturday morning, Greyson had an 8:00 soccer game. It was cold! He had a great assist to his new friend Kason. It was Kason's first goal ever so it was very exciting. The Monstars continue to win and are really coming along. It is really fun to watch! Saturday afternoon we went to our neighbor's birthday party. Merritt (neighbor) had her party at a new bouncing place that also had a dance floor. Grant really got into to the dance floor. On Saturday evening, Greyson carved pumpkins with Ashlyn, Bailey and Merritt. He had a great time but he was not thrilled about getting the pumpkin insides on his hands! He does not get to spend time with the Martins very often so it was a really good evening for him! Saturday night, Neil and I got a babysitter and went to dinner (dressed as Luke and Daisy Duke). Let me explain... it was my sister and Chris's annual adult Halloween party. They had a great turn-out and we had a good time. On Sunday, Neil and I took the boys to the new Wiggly Play Center. It was so much fun. The boys loved it. It was a nice family day. I even cooked a real dinner. (Shocking, I know.)

 

Greyson had his 5 year check-up this morning. He is still 90% on weight and height. He has grown an inch since August! Crazy! You can see some photos of our weekend below.

 

Greyson had a soccer game yesterday. He has not made a goal yet this year and it was really starting to get to him. He was having a rough game yesterday too. Then in the last quarter something clicked! He starting hustling, getting in position, just truly going for it. We were so excited to see him getting into the game. Then the best thing happened. Greyson scored the most awesome goal!! He kicked it from about 10-15 feet away and it was awesome. He was so thrilled and I was jumping up and down and clapping. (Seriously) It was just the best thing to see our son so happy. I will never forget the smile on his face.

 

Then another great thing happened... Neil's mom took the kids to her house in Temple for the rest of the weekend! Neil and I went and had a nice dinner at Chamberlain's and had a fabulous time. Today we worked in the yard (in the rain) and worked around the house without having to worry about the boys. It has been so nice and I am sure they are having a great time too. But now we are ready for them to be home! It is awfully quiet around here without them.

 

 

 

 

Hi Friends and Family,

Neil has been encouraging me to create a "space" for awhile. He is excited about Microsoft's Windows Live Spaces and really wanted us to have a family space. SO... Here is my attempt to create a place for you to keep up with our family through blogs and photos. I think it will be fun and I hope you will enjoy it too. Please sign in as a friend and check back every now and then. I hope to keep it updated every few days.

 

I guess I will start with today. Neil took Grey to school today since it is raining. Yes, you read that right. IT IS RAINING! I am not sure who is more excited the people or the plants. Grant and I are hanging out inside and watching Barney. I am really watching Barney. Grant is pushing the kitchen chairs around.

 

Grey had a soccer game last night. He is really improving. We are so proud of him. His little friend Kaitlyn came to watch him play last night. He told his coach that he had to play his best because his girlfriend was there to watch him!

 

Grant and I are getting ready and then heading to his My Gym class. He takes gym every Tuesday with the little boy that lives behind us, Beckett. It is super cute to watch.

 

Well, here it is... My First Blog.

Ashley