family of five: trip to Abilene

Saturday, April 18, 2009

trip to Abilene

Last week the kids and I went to Abilene to stay with Cookie and Papa for a few days. Ami, Kiran, and Ellery flew in for a visit and Ma & Pa, and Grandma & Gramps drove down too so we had a bit of a family reunion! The kids played so well together this trip and had a ball pretending to be superheros, dressing up, playing in the backyard, going to the zoo, seeing childhood friends, and just spending time with wonderful family. Here are some pictures from our days! Love you all!

5 comments:

Val said...: What fun - you sure can tell all the kids are related!! Doak may be as big as Addie in a year or so - he is getting so big. I bet your back is killing you carrying that big boy around!! I think Chris may put him on the recruit list now!!; Sunday, April 19, 2009 at 5:36:00 AM PDT
Mardi said...: Looks like a fun time was had by all! Hope Doak is feeling well. Lve to all.; Sunday, April 19, 2009 at 8:23:00 AM PDT
annalee said...: what a sweet trip. the cousins are getting so big!; Sunday, April 19, 2009 at 1:12:00 PM PDT
Jodi said...: Good times in Abilene! We just got back from there too. Isn't it good to go home?; Tuesday, April 21, 2009 at 5:00:00 PM PDT
Bicky said...: hi natalie - good to see that you guys are doing so well! doak is getting so big... and he really looks like you!; Wednesday, April 22, 2009 at 8:31:00 PM PDT

our kids

The life of a coach and his family is one not understood by many. My favorite coach is one I'm proud to stand behind, cheer for, and work beside. I'm thrilled to haul the kids and all their gear across Texas every Friday night in the fall to be there for him. And I'm blessed that he wants us there. I love the way he searches the stands for us before every kick off, signing 'i love you' before he turns his attention to the field. I love watching him during games. I've seen him run the sidelines as his running back breaks for a touchdown. I've seen him embrace players who have just made big mistakes. I've seen him 'bump' guys that have made winning plays. I've seen him passionately discuss with other coaches. I've seen countless numbers of players come up to him after every game for a hug and a pat on the back. I've watched as young men from years past drive in from college to watch a game from the sidelines and see Coach T. And when I see all this, I know this crazy life we have is not just about winning games or going to the playoffs. It's about perseverance, integrity and character. And it's about the kids. My husband may not work at a church, but he is in the ministry and I'm proud to be the football coach's wife.