Dad's Bike Race #2

This time, Jerry entered a 12 hour race with one other partner. Again, the race was scheduled on a weekend that turned out to be even hotter than before---a high of 107 degrees! The boys and I could not go this time, as Eli had a football game that morning---in 101 degree heat.

At the start of the race, participants had to run with a wheel and attach it to their bikes, then hop on and be on their way. Below is Jerry all suited up and ready to race. Bike riding has become quite a hobby for this active guy! Jerry looks forward to competing in future races...

Ce-le-brate Good Times, Come On!

July also marked my 31st birthday, so Grandma treated us to my favorite restaurant, PF Changs! That night, Jerry and I went out to a movie while Grandma and the boys decorated a "robot" cake for my birthday :)

At the end of July is another important day.....our wedding anniversary! This year we celebrated 11 years by attending a Rascal Flatts concert. Neither of us had been to a concert in over 10 years, so it was pretty awesome!

Among those performing were Kellie Pickler, John Rich, and of course Rascal Flatts. The concert was hot and humid, but worth every minute :) I can't remember the last time I was up so late at night! Reminded me of the old days.....

4th of July

Grandma Cathy was with us this year for the 4th of July! Our rainy morning started out with the Plano Independence Day parade, which we went to last year as well. The boys were thrilled with all the free goodies and candy!

That afternoon, we attended the Frisco Freedom Fest, which quickly got rained out. Due to the high winds/rain, all the guests were taken inside of City Hall until the weather improved. After about an hour, the festivities were back in full swing despite the constant drizzle. We were still able to enjoy the bouncehouses, bungee jump, and fireworks.

The next evening, we took Grandma to go watch a Frisco Rough Riders baseball game. Grandma spoiled us with plenty of nachos, hot dogs, soft pretzels, and root beer! Our 4th of July ended with glow sticks and an awesome display of fireworks over the stadium.

Flag Football

This summer, Eli joined the Lobo Blue Flag Football Team. After the first month of practice, he began to understand the game of football a little bit. Games began in the August heat, and boy was it a scorcher!

Eli's team has won 4 out of 7 games so far and currently holds 3rd place. He has enjoyed playing as a lineman on both defense and offense. This Wednesday, Eli will also get to ride in the Homecoming Parade with his team mates!