We Got A House!

Brent and I were very excited last week to learn that we will soon be home-owners again! At the end of this month, we will be relocating to Sachse, TX (pronounced like Saxy, or if your prefer, Sexy with an "a"- I know it doesn't look like like how it's spelled so I'm sure we can look forward to correcting all of you in the future. It is three bedroom, two bath - just the right size for our little family. I am so excited to get my things out of our storage unit. It will be so nice to settle down again into a home of our own. My first job will be to paint Annabeth a nursury! Brent is very excited to start work as an accountant for Ernst & Young, and I have accepted a position to teach private voice lessons part-time. We sure will miss Shreveport, but we know we will be home often.

Our new address: 7515 Vista Ridge - Sachse, Tx

Never Let A Dog Lick You

Those of you who know our dachsund know that he is a pretty rambunctious little guy. He has lots of energy and is always finding new ways to get into trouble. Since my parents live outside the city, Pedro has found all sorts of critters to chase around, including their cat. A couple of days ago, he surprised us all with his latest adventure. Brace yourself for this one:

I have to say that it was the single most disgusting experience I've had in a long time. The little monster killed a squirrel, ate the squirrel, and regurgitated its guts all over my mom's rug! How's that for disgusting? It was hands down the MOST revolting mess I have ever had to clean up-and Pedro makes a lot of messes! Needless to say, I haven't let Pedro lick me since then, and I don't know if I will ever be able to get those images out of my mind. I have had nightmares for the past two nights. Oh well-he's our Pedro and we still love him-squirrell guts and all.

Vacation With The Barrow Family

This past week, we were able to go to Gulf Shores in Alabama with the Barrow Clan. We had loads of fun playing on the beach, relaxing at the pool, playing putt putt, and just hangin out together. For those of you who are unfamiliar with my in-laws, let me just say that they are one lively bunch of people. That is definitely an understatement! When we are with them, it seems there is never a dull moment. Sure they are a little crazy at times, but we wouldn't have it any other way! Here are a few pics of our week.

Hangin out at the pool.

Fun at the beach. Brooke wore herself out and fell asleep in Amy's arms.

Annabeth spent lots of time in her carseat and did amazingly well.

Playing putt-putt together. Brent beat everyone twice!

Annabeth and Big Daddy at the pool.

All the girls on the beach.

Daddy entertaining Annabeth in the car.

Amy, me, and Mel

Annabeth wearing her cute hat. It was the smallest size I could find and was still too big for her head!

Update

Ok, so every time I get on to check my blog, I hear some new, strange Spanish pop music, and I think to myself "Now I know I didn't put THAT on my playlist." It turns out that Brent has been slowly adding his favorite songs when he's at work. I thought about taking them all off, but I guess it's good that he has taken an interest in our family's blog (even if it is only to listen to his weird music.)
Anyway-this weekend, Brent and I made the trip to Dallas to check out houses. We are looking in a small subarb called Rowlett. We saw a lot of houses we really liked, but after a while they all started to look the same. Buying a house is such a big decision so we are both a little nervous. If anyone has advice on what to look for, please post it! On Sunday, we visited the Rowlett first ward and really liked it. The people seem super nice, and we really felt welcome. I think we are really going to like it there.
Brent is especially excited because he only has three weeks of classes left. He will graduate Maga Cum Laude so I am very proud of him. We love Shreveport but are ready for him to start this new job in a new city. Both of us have always lived in Shreveport so we are jumping in feet first with our eyes closed! Dallas, here we come!

Indiana or Bust!

This past week, I was able to go to Indiana with Mom, Dad, and Annabeth to see Mandy and Andrew's new little addition. That morning, I had taken Annabeth to get her shots, and I think I cried almost as much as she did. She finally tired herself out and crashed. I felt so terrible for her but snapped this pic. She slept most of the way there.

Pics of Annabeth with her new cousin, Fox. He looks a lot like Mandy and Dad. This baby also likes to eat A LOT so I felt sorry for Mandy because she is literally an all night snack bar for the little guy. He sure is a cutie. Mom and I think he looks just like a little man.

Eden has the cutest, curly hair. It's a little wild but matches her little personality!

Me, Mandy & Fox, Mom, Dad & Annabeth, Eden & Andrew

Mandy, Eden, & Fox. (Eden loved to take care of the babies and always wanted to hold them.)

Ok, I know she's mine so I have to say this, but isn't she Gerber baby material?

Annabeth's Special Day

Just snapped this pic today. She is always happy when she wakes up in the morning.

Brent blessed Annabeth on Father's Day. It was a special day for both baby and daddy. She looked so pretty in her white dress.

We had a very busy day with both of our families in town. She slept through the whole thing.

5 Weeks

Last week, Holli convinced me to go to the lake with her family. We had lots of fun in the sun while Annabeth slept soundly in the shade with her Aunt Angie.

We invited mom and dad, but somehow they got lost on the way. After two hours of driving and arguing with each other, they finally made it. Mom didn't think it was too funny,but dad couldn'thelp but laugh about it. Once they had the baby in their arms, they were all smiles!

Aunt Tracy shows Annabeth some baby pilates on the ball. She seemed to really like it!

Ok Julie, this is the outfit you sent her. She wore it to church last Sunday. It is absolutely adorable. Annabeth says thankyou!

Doesn't she look like a fairy? She wore this to church yesterday.

Caroline, Carson, and Annabeth