Hyrum and Zyra Return - Days 5 and 6 with Mom and Dad Too

These wonderful young people are opting for a quieter, closer to home day.  Words that make my heart sing.  However, tradition still must be upheld and that means a coffee shop visit is first up today.  It's a little chilly out so the walk is let go, but the visit is just as wonderful.

Hyrum and Zyra Return - Days 3 and 4

Hello to Day 3 with these treasures.  Saturday means no work for Grandpa and that means the whole day can be spent together.  My grands decided to save the zoo for a day when Grandpa could go too and today -- we are off bright and early for time with the animals.

We are making a beeline for the crocodiles as it is a member morning and the keeper talk starts any minute but a stop along the way to watch the penguins swim fits right in the route.

The keeper talk is really good and we even watch the feeding which only takes place every now and then.  These big guys just don't eat all that often.  I am so caught up in what I am learning that my camera stays put.  Oh well, trust me -- it was fun.

Hyrum and Zyra Return - Days 1 and 2

The house is clean, all the chores are finished and I'm oh so ready for time with some grandchildren.  It has been an extremely long year without them and I am super excited that is has worked out to have Hyrum and Zyra come visit for a few days.  Did I make that clear?  I am THRILLED!

In fact, I am so excited that I go to the airport super early even though their flight is delayed.  Up to the desk I go to get my pass in order to pick them up at the gate and, for the first time ever, have an attendant that is just not nice.  Apparently I look like a terrorist today and they have no concern over whether my son and his wife make their connection on -- even though it is on the same airline.  I have ALWAYS been able to go in to pick up kids.  After giving them my best logic, I am stuck in baggage waiting for the plane to land.  As soon as it does, I know that they will have about 10 minutes to drop the kids off, catch the Skylink, and make it to their gate in another terminal.  Not risky at all.  Argh.  I've texted all the information I can to my son and he lets me know when they are at the exit doors where I open the door, tick off the guard and stand firm until he send the kids into my waiting arms.  Crazy, but real.  At any rate, my babies are in my arms finally.

Grandpa is home working, but by the time we drive home, he is ready to call it a day and the kids have requested walking down to get pizza for dinner.  All requests must be met, of course.

Great Fall Displays at Huffines Art Trails

Just a quick post with some eye candy that I want to remember.  I do so love this time of year.

Halloween, Red-Hatters, and Babes Chicken Dinner House

Boo!  Are ya scared? Ah come on now, let me have just a wee bit of fun, won't you?

It's red and purple time again.  I have been away so much lately that it almost feels like I'm the newbie once more, but in reality I'm over a year old.  Crazy.

It's Halloween Season and that means the annual trek to Babes for the Big D Re-Gal Red Hatters.  I finally get to use the costume I bought for the June Sock Hop and then had to miss.  I have used it once for a costume at Brazos, but today it finally is fulfilling it's ultimate purpose in life.  RED HATS!!!   Oooooooh.

Jen's Birthday and Grandson's Swimming

With an early morning rise, the car is plowing through the fog and off to Abilene for the day.  It's a multi-purpose day.  Jon has a swim meet and we also want to celebrate Jen's birthday.

Anniversary Escape

It's crazy, but EIGHT years have come and gone since we boarded a catamaran on Lewisville Lake and said, "I Do."  Each year we try and at least have a small getaway to enjoy a few days with just each other - no internet, no work, just us.  This year we are not running very far at all and will hopefully discover some new little Texas fun.  Yes, we did go out for dinner ON the actual anniversary date (picture on left), but it's the season, right?

Texas is under a water deluge right now and as we leave, it looks as though the rain will be with us all weekend.  So be it -- fun can be had no matter what.

I know that Mister has a destination in mind, but I have not been privy to the information so sit back and enjoy the drive south.  Our first stop is in Lancaster, which we both love so much.  It has that small town feel, but is truly only minutes out of Dallas.  They are trying to have a little event in their town square, but the rain is not helping.  I'm a little sad, as there used to be the coolest spinning shop here and I miss it.