Columbus Day 2020

Jeff took off Columbus Day so he could hang out with us! We were craving a good hike, but it's Texas... so settled on an 'ok hike' with 'great company'. :) Texas is many things. But it is not known for beautiful hiking. Nevertheless, we were happy to have a break from school and work. And being outside as a family is something I will always be thankful for. The Cross Timbers trail had great tree cover, some fun ups & downs, and a view of the Red River. We could even see all the way to Oklahoma from the trail!

On the Lake- in October!

 Who would have guessed we would be on the lake in mid-October. That's the great thing about a Texas Fall. The water was a little cool, but it was so warm outside- it felt great! It was Rocky's first time on the boat and he was so well-behaved. He is a good little dog. 

Maisy's 11th Birthday Party

We threw Maisy a ‘Halloween themed’ birthday party!

This girl loves any opportunity to dress up. This year’s costume- Scarlett O’Hara. We set up spooky mystery boxes (cold spaghetti noodles = zombie brain etc), had a costume contest, and the girls put on a talent show. Such a fun night celebrating our girl!

Hall's Pumpkin Farm 2020

 The cutest pumpkins in the patch! COVID can't stop the pumpkin farm! We wore masks and had to submit our email addresses for 'contact tracing'. But whatever! We got our pumpkin patch pics! Maisy and some of her 5th grade friends went one day and Afton and her friends went another. I think the years of going as a 'family' are over.

It's Almost October

The Wednesday Night Supper Club continues. We hosted again, the girls felt weird about getting too close in a pic this particular week because Volleyball had been 'shut down' for the week due to a positive COVID test. Every week is different. Some better than others. 

Rocky continues to be a bright spot in our lives. Everything he does is so cute. 

And with some encouragement from Maisy, we got the ole' Halloween decorations down from the attic. What would we do without our Maisy? 

And for those wondering about our 'remote learning.... There have been many pros & cons with the ‘learning from home’ instructional model. Eating lunch together, playing in the yard for recess, lots of puppy time, and wearing slippers all day — definitely show up in the ‘pro’ category.

GHS vs CHHS Red Rail Game

High School Football is back!! Red Rail Rivalry - GHS vs CHHS. This year’s rivalry game was played at the old Globe Life Park. Football on a baseball field? Sure. Why not?! It’s #2020- anything goes! Made us all SO happy to see so many friends in person.