Birthday Pics

We had a small family birthday party for Brandon's 25th birthday. It was a little late...but didn't stop us from having a great time!

Brandon & Megan









Brandon & Mom










Brandon & Grandpa Ezra









Brandon & Nanaw Margaret









Mimi & Momma "sandwich" Hudson


Yes, my friends and family...Brett WAS at the party. But as usual, he is always the one behind the camera. He does a great job taking pictures, but he is missed in the photos :(

Four Generations

Photo of four generations (Mary Dell, Kelly, Hudson & Megan).

Saturday evening we had a birthday party for my grandmother, Mary Dell Daniel. She turned 91 on Saturday. Her sister, who lives in Texas, drove up with her care taker to help celebrate. My grandmother still drives to church, goes to the salon to have her hair and nails done, and still takes her friends out to eat (or cooks for them), on a regular basis. I hope I am this active, and look this good when I'm 91!
KB

HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!!

Brandon:
Twenty-five years ago today (October 3, 1983), God blessed me with a beautiful baby boy. I was twenty years old and just a baby myself. I was so naive, and didn't have a clue how to raise a child. But I loved children and knew I wanted a large family. Did I mention, I had married Brandon's dad July 9, 1981, and didn't care anything about going out with friends, or for that matter, going to college. I had a good job and was ready to start a family. SO...at 2am, October 3rd, I woke up and knew it was time to head to the hospital (he was due Oct. 1st). I got out of bed, showered, put on my make-up, rolled my hair...with Scott yelling at me to hurry the entire time. haha We got to the hospital at 4:30am and I was already dialated to a 6! I hadn't even had a pain yet. At 8:36am, I had a 9 lb, 3oz, baby boy with a head full of hair! He looked like a catcher from the beginning :) He was a perfect baby - I know all mothers say that. But he really was. From that day forward, I knew I was hooked. I am so proud of Brandon and what he has accomplished in his life. And he has a great future ahead of him. Even though I didn't stay married to Brandon and Megan's dad,we had two wonderful children. Now they are blessed with a great step-dad, and step-mom. Happy Birthday, Brandon!

Mary Dell Daniel:
Tomorrow, October 4th, is my grandmothers 91st birthday. She is such a great role-model in my life. She has not only been a great grandmother to me, she is a wonder grandmother to all 4 of our children. I love my grandmother beyond words...and I am so glad she is a part of my life.
Happy Birthday, Nanaw!


Mary Burleson:
Tomorrow is also my mother-in-laws birthday. She came into my life on July 23, 2004 and I feel so blessed to have her in my life. I never dreamed I would have an extended family as fun, loving, and accepting as I do. I look forward to holidays when the entire family is together - which is unusual for most families. And I truly love and admire both Mary and Paul (Brett's mom & dad). Mary is a very strong, independent, smart person, who loves her children and continues to grow in her relationship with all of them. I really admire that. Funny, Brett always tells me I'm a lot like his mom. I take that as a compliment :)
Happy Birthday, Mary!

Two Cuties!

I know I'm a little prejudice, but aren't these just the two cutest kids you've ever seen?

Just wanted to share a couple of photos of the kids. They always like dressing up for school. In fact, they always want their picture taken! I seriously think Pierce is going to be a model. He posed about 10 different ways.

On a funny note...yesterday Pierce got in the car after school and threw his back pack in the back seat. He looked at me and said, "I have to change schools" haha. I asked what happened and he began to tell me how a little girl in his class pulled his Iguana (key chain we got him in Mexico) off his back pack and scratched him. He wants to go back to his old school. Whew...every day is a journey with Pierce. That's why we love him!

KB

Falling behind

I know I have been falling down on the job keeping this blog current. But not sure life has been so exciting lately. Don't get me wrong...life is GREAT! But just not sure it is anything out of the ordinary, and don't want to bore everyone :)

This week I have had the opportunity to keep Hudson. He is adorable and I will attach a few new photos. Pierce is beginning to like school a little better. At least he doesn't dread going...but not thrilled about it either. He is riding his bike all over the neighborhood, and he and Sierra got new air guns. I know, I know...I wasn't in favor of them in the beginning. But we have STRICT rules about goggles, where they can shoot one another (shoulders down), and a laundry list of other rules. Plus, all the kids in the neighborhood have them so it has become a huge game for them to run around and shoot one another. The bb's are plastic - but they still sting. Both kids say they don't hurt. It's hilarious because Sierra is the only girl in the group. The rest are boys, and most of them 9 years and up. Pierce hangs in with them and holds his own. They have a blast playing with them! Last night, when Megan came to pick up Hudson, Pierce put on his goggles, got his gun, and proceeded to follow her around pretending to shoot her...in the buttocks! haha She tried to be serious, but couldn't help but laugh because he was so serious. She threatened that he wouldn't see his next birthday if he shot her, which he didn't understand...but he waited until she loaded the car and started backing out of the driveway - then it was over. He shot her car all the way down the street! haha Did I mention his gun is an automatic? Didn't hurt her car, but she said it sounded loud from inside. He knows he is not allowed to shoot cars (including ours), but Megan doesn't seem to mind, and he has caught onto that. After dad got home, they all (including the neighborhood kids), put on black clothing, waited until it got dark, then played hide-and-seek outside. They had so much fun! I sat outside and watched, plus gave a few hints along the way.

Thursday evening we are having our first annual neighborhood cookout. One of our neighbors took it upon himself to plan it. We are all meeting at the community pool (parking lot - since the pool is closed). They have huge grills and are going to supply all the food. Will be fun, and will give the kids (and adults) a chance to meet everyone in the neighborhood.

Last, our "little" Pudge lost his manhood yesterday. Brett was really sad and felt sorry for him. He came through the surgery just fine and I think will be better for everyone in the long run. Pierce cried when we told him, but then Brett explained that he would be just fine. I keep telling Brett he is going to bark like a girl now! haha He doesn't think it is funny. :)

I'll attach a few photos of the kids. Hope everyone is enjoying this great weather!!