The Olympics

Eric and I are watching the opening ceremonies for the first time. It's pretty fun to see all of the countries represented, find where they are on a map, and identify which one's that Eric has been to (because I've only been to Mexico). I'm looking forward to watching the games and checking out all of the new Olympic info on the app I downloaded. (I really feel a little embarrassed at my opportunities for insight on the Games)!! Who knew there was canoeing? Canoeing!!

Now Hiring

Our company has an open position & we've advertised through Craigslist.  Within a week I've received 150 resumes.
Here are some of the highlights from my Resume Review experience:

• One candidate's favorite motto listed on her Facebook page:"You can't have a conscience in the pimp game".

• 'High School Diploma' listed as an Award received.

• Dates of Employment,  10/30/10 - 10/31/10  (really....1 day??)

• Various unfortunate god-given names that I just don't feel will be a good fit. ie: Princess

• Various typos including:  'ello' instead of 'hello'; 'Knack to manage others'; 'Personal Assistance' is not the correct term for Personal Assistant.

I only made it through about 30 of the resumes before wanting to walk off of a cliff. Now to setup interviews....

A weekend with Cuzin Ezra

Aunt Nell & Uncle Logan got to spend a few days away so Ezra was able to tag along with us for the weekend.  We had a great time out in Glen Rose.

Addison, Ezra, Preston,  kicking off the weekend with a trip to Grumps.

Starting the day off with some coffee and some games

We took a drive out to Dublin, Tx to check out the Dublin Bottling Company and take a factory tour. This used to be the Dublin Dr. Pepper Factory until a recent lawsuit by Dr. Pepper.  This location is no longer allowed to sell their pure cane Dr. Pepper, but they are still busy bottling other sodas and running the Soda Shop.

Preston & Ezra at the Bottling Factory tour

A Sand Castle built outside of the Dr Pepper museum

Preston & Ezra, tasting some cheese samples at Veldhuizen Cheese.

Taking a little rest after a few hours in the pool. We were all this worn out!

Addison & Ezra, enjoying some Fuzzy's



What've you been up to?

I get asked this alot and my answer is usually, 'not much'. By that I mean not-much-out-of-the-ordinary.  I started looking through my phone today and realized that June was actually pretty eventful. Below are some pictures from our June in no particular order.

Here are a few shots from Preston's All-Star game. This is the first season that we have allowed him to tryout for All-Stars. It's hard for all of us to commit to this summer team but we were told the season usually doesn't last very long for the Midlothian team.  And the coaches were right.  After a few weeks of practice, Preston missed the 1st game because he was at the beach. That was the 1st loss of a double elimination season.  So we made it to game 2, in 108 degree heat, to watch a 13-0 loss. So we are not terribly upset that the season is over and are glad that Preston was able to participate on the team.

Preston's 1st All-Star Baseball Game

It was a loss for us, but you couldn't tell by this face.

Midlothian All-Stars

 Next up, look who has some new metal in her mouth! She started with the top braces and a plate in the bottom of her mouth. She will likely get her bottom braces on too. It should be a 2 year process.

Eric and I have spent 2 weekends in Glen Rose, the first by ourselves and the 2nd with the kids (blog post to follow). We don't usually spend much time out there this time of year but we now have access to a great pool down the road which makes a BIG difference when dealing with some dry, hot weather.

Eric & Lucky

At the beginning of the month, we took a girls trip to the Kimball Museum of Art to see the Impressionists exhibit. 

Rose, Addison, & Reagan

Eric & I spent a day in the Oak Cliff area, wandering around the Bishop Arts District. We had a yummy breakfast and then strolled through the few blocks they have filled with boutiques, specialty items, a bicycle shop, etc. It was a beautiful day and a fun change of scenery.

Eric recently installed a wall-mount for a TV on the patio so we've been spending alot of time outside at night, watching many Texas Rangers games. 

Lucky & Addison enjoying some family time in the pool.

Eric testing out some Agave Tamale Company dishes.

And finally we have come to the 4th of July.  Traditionally we have the kids during this time every year, but our schedule was adjusted a little this summer to accomodate their mom's school schedule. 

The City of Arlington held several Indedpendence Day events. We went to the North Arlington fireworks display last night.  Today we enjoyed some breakfast tacos at the Marquez Bakery, did a little Houseboat-vacation-shopping, and spent some quality time lounging in the pool.

A fabulous day to soak up the freedom we enjoy and think of those who have done so much to preserve those freedoms and liberties that we have.

Eric & Francie, a self-portrait

So that's some of what we've been up to. We have a SUPER FUN July ahead of us with Tennis Camp, a Houseboat Trip with friends in Hot Springs, Arkansas, a Ranger game, and wrapping up the month with a week at Camp Thurman.  I'm so ready for some 'kid weeks' and some vacation!