April 2011
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Marriage License in hand
We went down to the courthouse and paid for the marriage license and I also picked up new tags for my car. The marriage license was more expensive, not sure what that says about the state of Texas’ fees.
Also picked out a nice new jacket, shirt, tie and pants to wear on our wedding day.
March 2011
8 posts
It's all about details now
Robin and I went over the list of things left to do and now it is all about the details. We have a few outstanding tasks, but I think we have almost covered most of the big details. Going to the courthouse tomorrow to get the marriage license and have a meeting scheduled with the minister tomorrow as well.
I started packing
My parents came down and picked up some big items that Robin and I don’t need so now I am in my apartment with no kitchen table, no couch and the boys bunkbeds are gone. Little by little I am packing up my life to get ready to move it to Robin’s
Rings picked up!
The date is just around the corner, I picked up the rings today and they look very nice. Briana asked why I didn’t have any diamonds on my ring and I just looked at her and said that is just how it is….the women get the sparkly stuff and the guys are stuck with a round piece of metal (just kidding)
Wedding Rings Purchased!
Robin and I finally found our wedding bands. Of course with her small fingers, we have to get hers sized and with my large fingers they almost have to do my ring custom. Hopefully mine will turn out ok. That is one more thing off the list. The rings should be ready by the end of the week.
Robin found her dress
After an exhaustive coast to coast search, Robin finally found her dress but she had to go to San Antonio to get it. Guess I will see what all the fuss is about on the wedding day.
So Much to Do, So Little Time
I think it has dawned on us both we have lots left to do. A little bit of stress is creeping in. Robin now says we should just go to Vegas. Should we let Elvis marry us?
Starting the Moving Process
Although I have until April 30 to move out of my apartment, I started boxing things up and decided to take a few things over to Robin’s house so I don’t have to deal with it all at once.
February 2011
6 posts
Have the minister
Robin confirmed the date with minister to perform the ceremony. We have a place, we have a time and we have someone to make it official.
Looking for Wedding Bands
Robin and I went looking at wedding bands last night. Found a few we liked, but I think we would have to take out a second mortgage to buy them. We will continue to look a bit thought and see what else we can find.
Not Much Going On
Not much going on with wedding plans today. Both of us having to focus on work and kids. Stay tuned….same bat time, same bat channel.
Nice place to get married
Robin and I looked at a small intimate place to perform the ceremony yesterday. It is outdoors so cross your fingers for great weather in April.
Wedding Plans
I proposed to Robin on Feb 4th while we watched the sunset in San Diego. We decided there is no reason to have a long drawn out engagement, so we have set a date of April 17th.
We will update our plans and all the fun and excitement here, so stay tuned.
January 2011
2 posts
Engagement Ring
Okay I picked it out and purchased Robin’s engagement ring, they need to size it…now if I can just pull off this proposal when we travel to San Diego
It's 2011
Robin and I rang in the new year together. I think 2011 is going to be “the year” for the both of us.
December 2010
1 post
Merry Christmas
On my way to my to visit my family for Christmas after spending some time with my girlfriend. So far I am having a great Christmas, so Merry Christmas to everyone.
November 2010
1 post
Boys Basketball Tryouts
Both of the boys made the JV squad for the high school basketball team, I know they have worked hard. They may not get much playing time, but this is what they wanted.
June 2009
4 posts
The boys at KWood Basketball camp
Kelby and Reid attended the Kingwood HS basketball camp. It was an opportunity to meet their coaches for next year and start playing with the new kids they will be with from Riverwood MS
Bri travels to Orlando
Briana, Grandad and Netta spent one week in Orlando at Disneyworld. Last year it was the grandboys turn, so this year the grandgirl got to go on a trip. She called home everyday to talk about all the fun things she rode and did.
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The twins at Rice University basketball camp
The twins spent the week at Rice University at their basketball camp. The boys were moved up from the 9th-10th grade camp and played with 11th-12th grade boys. The head of the camp, Coach Herndon, has worked with the boys most of the year and decided they were up to the challenge of playing with older boys. Reid won an award because his team won the camp tournament at the end of the week. They...
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Mammaw's Funeral
Today we buried our Mammaw. I had to serve as a pallbearer and my sons were honorary pallbearers. It was tough, but I realized that she had a long and fruitful life. She influenced not only her family, but everyone she came in contact with. Indirectly everyone that I influence and my children influence, she will continue to influence. Although she never traveled far from home, she has been...
May 2009
3 posts
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Sad Day for the Family
Today I found out that my grandmother and the kids great-grandmother passed away at her home. She was 91 years old and she will be greatly missed. Luckily my kids knew her very well and our last visit was for Easter.
This will be the first close family member that my daughter has lost and the last time the twins lost a close family member was when they were very young.
Creekwood Middle School Sports Awards Dinner
Kelby and Reid both won numerous awards at the 8th grade sports banquet. They were both recognized for all the sports they played in. Kelby won a special award for cross-country for finishing in the top 20 (out of 100 runners) at the district meet. Reid also won the “Colt” award for track and field. Both Kelby and Reid shared the “Heart and Hustle” award for basketball....
May 3 Basketball Tournament
The boys team did not win a game in this tournament. However Kelby took over as starting point guard and he did a good job. I hope this is the start of something great for him.
April 2009
11 posts
Ballerz win 3rd place in the New Caney Tournament
Sunday the boys basketball team pulled out a great victory to win third place in the New Caney Spring Tournament. With this win the team received an invite to the National Tournament to be held in Dallas.
Briana's Last Soccer Game
This week was the end for Briana’s soccer season. She played in one game on Wednesday and unfortunately missed the last game due to a scheduling mixup. However she joined her team for lunch and received a medal for her play this season.
April 25th Basketball Tournament
Kelby and Reid played two games in this week’s basketball tournament.
Their team won the first game, but lost game 2. Kelby and Reid both played great defense and are doing a great job taking care of the ball. In game 2 they Reid scored 6 points and Kelby scored 4.
They will play Sunday in the 3rd place game.
District Track Meet #2
Tonight the boys had the second night of the 8th grade district track meet. Overall they competed well, but it was a tough night. The boys team put up a fight all night but ended up placing 4th as a team. Reid competed in the 4 x 100m relay, 4 x 200m relay and 200 m dash. Kelby competed in the 400 m dash and 4 x 400 m relay. Overall it was a great season and they can be proud...
First Day of District Track Meet
Reid participated in the first day of the middle school district track meet which featured the filed events. Reid competed in the long jump and triple jump. Unfortunately he injured his knee during the event, but was able to finish and did not withdraw.
First Day of District Track Meet
Reid participated in the first day of the middle school district track meet which featured the filed events. Reid competed in the long jump and triple jump. Unfortunately he injured his knee during the event, but was able to finish and did not withdraw.
2.15.2009 Track Meet
The boys had another track meet held at Kingwood High School. Reid competed in the long jump, triple jump, 4 X 100 and 4 X 200 relay. Overall his relay team came in second in the 4 X 200 during this meet, however a dropped baton on the 4 X 100 meant they came in last.
Kelby ran in the 4 X 400 where the team finished second. Kelby also ran the 400 meter dash where he finished strong but was...
Track meet at Kingwood Park
Kelby and Reid joined their team for this weeks track meet held at Kingwood Park High. Overall the 8th grade boys came away in 1st place as a team. Reid competed in the long jump and triple jump. Reid came in 4th place in the 200 meter dash and his team picked up 3rd in the 4 X 200 m relay. Kelby came in 4th in the 400 m dash and his team was 2nd in the 4 X 400 relay. Kelby ran his...
Briana's First School Field Trip
Today Briana and her class took a field trip to the Houston Zoo. Dad joined the class and volunteered as a chaperone. Our group was able to visit the sea lions, red panda, giraffes, elephants, zebras, tiger, lion, monkeys and many other animals. Briana and Dad were able to stay behind and spend some time at the zoo together viewing the snakes and exotic birds. It was a perfect day.
Kelby and Reid’s team finished 1-2 in this weekends tournament with one of the losses coming at the end of the game. Unfortunately several of the kids lack team discipline and I feel we are in for a long season if this continues.
March 2009
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Creekwood Middle Track Meet at Turner
The boys participated in a track meet held at Turner Stadium this week.
Kelby participated in two events. He finished 2nd overall in the 400 meters and 1st overall with his team in the 4 X 400 meter relay.
Reid competed in 4 events. Placing in the top six in the long jump, triple jump and 200 meters. His team was disqualified from the 4 X 200 meter relay when during a handoff the team ran...
December 2008
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October 2008
2 posts
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September 2008
1 post
I just made “elite” status on yelp….I guess I am kinda of big deal.
July 2008
2 posts
Visiting the family
Just got back home from a visit to East Texas and my side of the family. It was an enjoyable weekend. Good food, fun and fireworks…what more could you ask for?
Happy 4th of July
Looking forward to a nice long weekend with the family. Planning a trip to Red Hills Lake.
June 2008
1 post
Finally set up my twitter account
Follow me at http://twitter.com/windstorm
March 2008
1 post
Spent the day looking bluebonnets around Brenham….pics soon
November 2007
1 post
IT Problem (very funny)
Dear Tech Support: Last year I upgraded from Girlfriend 7.0 to Wife 1.0. I soon noticed that the new program began unexpected child processing that took up a lot of space and valuable resources. In addition, Wife 1.0 installed itself into all other programs and now monitors all other system activity. Applications such as Poker Night 10.3 , Football 5.0 , Hunting and Fishing 7.5 , and Racing 3.6....
October 2007
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September 2007
2 posts
Reid returns an interception for a touchdown
My twins middle school football team won their first game on Monday by a score of 7-0. One of the boys returned an interception for 35 yards to score the only touchdown.
My twins first football game was yesterday. They lost 16-0, but they looked good on the field and both made several good plays. Video of their game will soon be posted on You Tube
July 2007
1 post
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