The Angels of North Elementary

Today we got to dress up for Halloween. The entire school participated and there are so many cute costumes. We in the office decided to be Angels. Thank goodness our halos didn't fire up when we put them up. heee. Here are a few pictures of us. The nurses dressed up as devils.

Texas Tech Road 10k Race, Tech Homecoming and Kid's Visit

Last week was one busy week at Schwertner Country. The kids(Janet, Justin, Cole, Natalie and Jessica and Matt) came down for the Tech homecoming. I ran in the 10k run at Tech on Sat. morning. The temperature was in the 40's, yes it was quite chilly for the first mile, then the long sleeve shirt came off. I ran the whole 10k without stopping or walking and it took me 1:05 to finish. Not bad for an old lady like me. That evening we all attended the Texas Tech/Kansas State game. We tailgated for a little while before with some friends and then headed for the game. It was a great game. Sheffield is something else. Way to go Tech and Sheffield!! Cole had such a great time too. Natalie got to stay with great granny and great aunt Suzanne.

Jessica left on Sunday and Janet and Justin stayed till Wed. and took Bryan back with them. He'll be coming back today or tomorrow. I miss them all already.

Today I ran my 8 miles and did pretty good considering I didn't run all week. I've got to get back to running and following my schedule. The marathon is in less than 4 weeks. I'm getting so excited but I'm ready for it to come and go on the other hand. I would like to run when I want and not have to follow a schedule.

Race for the Cure

Today Danielle and I participated in the Race for the Cure run. Danielle walked the 1 mile walk while I ran the 5k(3.2miles). I cannot believe how many people actually take place in this event. It is all for a good cause. I think there were about 8500 that participated. That is just unbelieveable! I was very proud of my run I didn't even stop or walked once. My time has gotten better. I cut at least 6 min. since my last 5k in July. Not bad for an old lady like me I guess. I"m now really looking for to the Rock N Roll 1/2 marathon in San Antonio in Nov.

Here are a few pic of the race. On one picture I'm running along Kenny and Brian Maines. I did not know they were right there til I looked at the pictures, Bryan who was taking the pic did not know either he was taking a pic of the Maines. I thought it wa so funny to see all three of us together.

Some Cooper friends before the run.

Balloon launch.Amy, LaEtta and Mary Ann before the run.Brian and Kenny Maines and MaryAnn. Bryan did not even know that he was also photographing the Maines. How funny is that that he caught us all together. LOL!! I did pass them at the end though.

Fifteen Years Ago Today

Sweet little Danielle on August 18, 1994

THEN

NOWDanielle our youngest of three daughters was born 15 years ago today. Danielle was born on August 18, 1994 at 2:01pm weighing 8lbs 7oz and was 21 1/2 in. Danielle was named after the character Dani on "The Man in the Moon" starring Reese Witherspoon. She was such a joy and still is. She is keeping Bryan and I very busy by either driving her to Athletic training every afternoon or by taking her to her friend's house at a last minute decision.
In one year she will be driving and then we won't have anything else to do. I guess that's we will grow old. Hopefully she will be getting her driving permit within a month. Our little girl has really grown up alot in the last few months. She will be a sophmore this year. It seems like it was just yesterday that I was dropping her off at Preschool(Future Generations).

Danielle was surprised today with a chocolate chip cookie cake at the Athletic training building today. I wanted her to celebrate with her training buddies. According to Danielle they all had a blast and enjoyed the cookie.

Tonight we celebrated her b-day with a home cooked meal(meatloaf, mash potatoes, gravy and green beans) and a pecan pie instead of a b-day cake. I did not have the number 5 to go along with the number 1 so Bryan cut out a 5 and placed it next to the one. Yes, very redneck style. hee. She was all laughs thought and I guess that's what really matters. Pictures of today's birthday to come at a later date.

Happy 15th Birthday Daniellie!! We love you so much, Momma and Daddy

My Last Day of Summer Break! :(

I cannot believe that today is my last day of Summer break. Tomorrow I will go back to work, I"m excited to see all my co-workers but am stressing about when will I ever find time to run. I will not be able to run before sun up because I live out in the country where it's pitch black at 5 or 6 in the morning and by the time I get home it will start getting dark early, well that really won't start til Oct. but still I prefer to run early when it's cool. Oh well, I'm sure I'll figure something out. I"m so excited but nervous about running in the 1/2 marathon come Nov. I could sure use all the prayers if you have any extra. Please pray that god will give me the strength and courage to finish. Thanks to all of you who have supported me in this. It really has meant alot to me. God bless all of you.

Babysitting Fun!

This past weekend we got to babysit Cole and Natalie while Janet and Justin took a little vacation by themselves. We had so much fun with them. They are a handful and you forget how close you have to keep an eye on them especially little Natalie, but it was lots of fun and we would do it again in a heartbeat. I now know what Janet go through everyday. Or could it be that were just old grandparents.

On Friday we went fishing at a playa lake, there Bryan and Danielle fished while Cole pushed around Natalie's stroller and fed some baby ducks. Natalie and I sat under an umbrella playing with my cell phone.
On Sat. we stayed home and played in the little pool I bought. Natalie just loved it and she also loves playing "If You're Happy and You Know It Clap Your Hands". Cole and Bryan spent lots of time on the little garden tractor. Cole just loves those tractor rides with grandpa.

On Sunday, we went to church and they did great! Thank goodness for the knights of Columbus sitting right behind us, they kept Natalie quiet, she was taken in by there feathery hats. She would just stare and not say a word. Cole on the other hand played with in tractor and trailer and kept to himself. One time his grandpa warned him that if he acted up he would have to take him out and spank him. I doubt that that would have ever happened. We ate lunch at great granny's, and Cole of course could not wait to dig into the green frozen jello. He quickly ask for a bowl. It wa so cute!! Natalie had some mash potatoes and gravy...her favorite and some jello as well. She's such a big girl.

On Sunday evening we saw that mommy and daddy were driving up so I took Cole and Natalie to the door to look out and they saw Justin's pickup pulling up and they both started yelling and screaming Mama, daddy!! It was the funnies thing to watch. They could not wait to get ahold of their mommy and daddy. Natalie did go to Janet which I was so glad she wanted too. All weekend she wanted just me to hold her. If anyone wanted to take her from me she would throw a big fit. She may be just 9 months but is very fiesty.

All in all it was the best weekend with have had with them. Thank you Janet and Justin for trusting us with your babies. You may call on us at anytime.

Like Father, Like Daughter.Danielle's big catch of the day.

Grandma and Natalie in the shade. Hello Mommy and Daddy!These little duckys went out to play one day. Cole feeding the ducks.Water fun.

Gotcha Auntie Dani.If you're happy and you know it clap your hands. Playing in the sand.Cheese!!Brother and Sister.

On the tractor, Cole's not to happy when sister in on the tractor. That's only for grandpa and him.

Cole loves his grandpa. Watching a show together.

American Idol and 1st Annual Girls Weekend!!

This past weekend my three girls and I had our 1st annual girls weekend together. We stayed at Jessica's apt. in Plano. First, Danielle and I attended the American Idol concert in Dallas, thanks to my sister in law Melanie for having two extra tickets. The concert was awesome!! Adam Lambert was the hit of the concert. I have a goofy picture of us with a picture of Adam. Hey what can I say, it's okay to act young again isn't it?

Danielle, Melanie and me back at the hotel.

Crazy ladies after concert .

After the concert Danielle and I headed to Jessica's apt. where her and Janet waited for us. Janet had flown in that evening was already in bed(Party Pooper). On Friday morning we slept in and had pancakes and bacon for breakfast. We then started our weekend with a pedicure, shopping at the mall, having lunch at Panera(sandwich place). Jessica also showed us a model her new apt. It's a very pretty place. That evening we ate at Taco Diner and I met Jessica's new guy in her life. Matt seems to be a pretty neat guy. The fact that he was very relax and was himself around us made us very comfortable.

On Sat. we went to the 1/2 price bookstore warehouse where I picked up some birthday and thank you cards. The girls bought books. Then we went to Ikea home furnishings. It's wasn't what I expected but it was nice to look around at all the stuff. We also went to Sam Moon but only had about 10 min. to look around because they close at 7pm. How dare they!! I got me a new wallet(zebra print and red). All and all we had a great time together. We will definately have to keep this up every year. I love my girls and am happy that we can spend time together and all get along. Yes, we do have our little differences but that is what keeps our relationship strong. These little differences teach us about one another and how we can become to understand one another better. I love you Janet, Jessica and Danielle. Most of all, thank you god for giving me these wonderful ladies. They are my life!

Janet, Jessica and Danielle. My little girls!!