Summer Zoo Fun!

What a fun day at the Dallas Zoo! Today Auby and I tagged along with our sweet Fantlet friends, Kristin's sister, Jenn, and Jenn's little lady at the zoo. While the weather forecast had previously predicted rain, it was absolutely bright and beautiful. It may have ended up on the hotter side, but it was still a fun outing with friends, and not crowded at all.

Once, we arrived (thanks again K for driving), and after a bit of traffic, we had arrived. Parking was a cinch when you arrive early.  So with baby hat (a little on the big side), Georgie the G-raff attached by rings to the stroller and all "essentials," we were ready to hit the ground running. We saw lots of animals including lions, leopards, giraffes, and even some slithering snakes and poisonous but adorable dart frogs. Bryson was very sweet to make sure that the crocodile didn't scare Aubrey too much. Oh how I love this bunch of kiddos.

{Emily, Madelynn-16 months, Ellie- 18 months, Bryson- 4 years, and Aubrey- 8 months}

After long walks, lots of animals, and a delicious picnic lunch inside the cool restaurant air, we decided to make a stop by the carousal for Bryson before our exit home. He was such a big boy. He was so excited to ride. I mean seriously... aren't these babes just adorable.

Thanks again to our sweet friends for the invite. We had a blast stroll'n with you at the zoo. We look forward to our next little outing together.

Jesus Loves the Little Children!

All the children of the world!

This past week, I had the privilege of teaching 11 preschoolers at VBS. I think my Facebook status said it best, "Last day of VBS at the Heights. Praying for all of these sweet kids this summer and all that God has made for their journeys ahead!"

This was my first summer to teach Vacation Bible School. I am so thankful for this opportunity to see how God moves in the lives of His children. I had so much fun working with these sweet friends from my ABF, Erin and Julie. They too are teachers and love kiddos.

So here's to a summer filled with fun! To loving our God and to all our adventures along the way!

End of ESY Yogurt, Pizza, and Pool Day Celebration!

This past Wednesday, Julie and I celebrated our last few days in ESY Summer School by enjoying an afternoon of pizza, yogurt, and pool time. This trip Michael, her husband, was also able to come with us and enjoy his very first experience at Yogilicious Yogurt Shop in Allen! It was delicious!

What a fun afternoon with my carpool partner and a great way to celebrate the end of our summer school experience.

SpLaSh PaRk FuN!

This morning I had such a blast hanging out with Kristin and Bryson at the Splash Park in Allen. Around 8:30AM I met up with my sweet Fant friends. After a yummy Chick-fil-a breakfast we quickly left for Celebration Park. We explored the playground, splashed in the water, and enjoyed a fabulous morning of fun in the sun. Here are some cute pictures from our morning at the park:)

Kristin I had so much fun with you and the little man! He is definitely a climbing machine:) I am so look forward to many more exciting adventures.

A Taste of Summer 2010!

"Focus on the journey, not the destination. Joy is found not in finishing an activity but in doing it. "
- Greg Anderson

It is amazing how quickly time flies by when you're having fun! This weekend was just that!

Enjoy this weekend wrap up post! I wish you all such a wonderful week ahead and as always look forward to catching up with you! ENJOY!

Friday afternoon at work, one of my co-workers brought in Dimples Cupcakes for a supervisor's birthday... shall I say YUM! It was one of the best cup cakes I have ever eaten.... and it was carrot cake! AMAZING! Now I am simply waiting for the next birthday because I must go purchase more of these yummy treats!

Friday Night Date Night

After I returned home from work, Ray and I had decided on a date night. We went to see Shutter Island at the dollar theater in Plano. We actually missed our original time and bought tickets for the 9:40PM showing instead. While we waited we decided to venture over to the closest Starbucks for some fun conversation and hang out before the show! I even got Ray to try a Carmel Frap! The thought of cold coffee had always grossed him out, but he actually loved it! Score for me:)

Shall I say the movie was actually really good. I hadn't really heard anything in reviews and did really enjoy it; however, it was a pretty long show and as soon as we returned home it was lights out for this girl!

Early Saturday morning we met up with the Brushwoods to help move James to his new place with his wife! :) Everything was so well organized. The weather even cooperated as it had been overcast and not too hot.... so it was a pretty simple move!

We had even put some furniture pieces in Ray's car... this was just too funny so I had to take a picture. It does not do justice for the situation. Ray drove all the way to the apartment with the seat pushed all the way to the front and the steering wheel in his lap. Absolutely hilarious... no worries... we were driving about 25mph! ha!

After the move, we stopped for a yummy lunch provided by James and Kaylan to thank us for our help! We would do it again in a heart beat:) After lunch we enjoyed some pool time. That overcast sky quickly turned into such a beautiful day... and boy did I get some sun!

Kaylan & I at the Village Pool:)


James and Ray on Pool Day!

Thank you guys for such an amazing day! What a relaxing end to a fun day with friends!

This weekend was also Taste Addison! On Sunday after Ray's monthly half marathon (ran with Michael at White Rock) and a great service at The Heights Baptist Church, Ray and I decided to make our way out to Addison Circle for a fun day of great restaurants, wine tastings and tours, and cooking demonstrations.

Addison Circle was packed with so many great restaurants and activities.

Of course after circling all the booths and on such a hot day... of course we had to sample some cookies and cream gelato at Paciugo! And while it did melt as you can obviously see within the picture... boy was it AMAZING!

We had also heard about some wine tastings and decided what a fun activity to part take in. Plus it helped to beat the heat as well and was inside! Once inside we realized that they were doing tastings from a winery in Napa Valley: Robert Mondavi Winery.

Ray and I ready for our wine tasting! We sampled 4 types of wines (2 red/2 white).

After the 30 minute wine tasting session, we then watched a cooking demonstration for quesadillas and salsa. The viewers were even given samples. It was so yummy!

What a fun ending to such a great weekend! A weekend filled with activities from fun in the sun, movie watching, yummy taste testing and wine tours, to catch up time with friends. I am so excited for what this week holds and am so excited to be meeting with family for a fun time of rest and relaxation!

I wish you all such a wonderful week! Look forward to many more updates to come...

Until then,

Love,
Alicia