Sweet Sunday with a Sweet Sixth Month Old!

This past Sunday, Ray and I spent the afternoon with this super sweet six month old!

We had a fabulous time catching up with both Mama and Daddy Duke on life and of course on this sweet little boy. Well I guess I can't really say "little" anymore as baby Jacob has gotten to be such a big boy. By the end of this month he'll be 7 months old. I cannot believe how quickly time flies. He is so sweet and loves to babble. I love his sweet smiles! I cannot wait until our next visit with friends.

The Ultimate Night Out!

Tonight Brown rivaled Purple in an

"Ultimate" Showdown.

Even with playing a man down,
Brown was up 8-7 at the half.

And while Brown gave it their all,
it was Purple who came out victorious.

Second Place still looks good!


Battle wounds will of course heal.

But a celebration will be had by all.

Here's to a great Frisbee Summer Season...
as Fall Frisbee League will soon begin.

Daddy's Favorite Kiddos!

I love these sweet faces! These puppies for sure love their daddy as daddy loves his kiddos.

Safari Park Play & Adventures!

Today I spent the morning with Kristin and Bryson at the indoor Safari Park in Plano. As a first time attendee... all I have to say is... it was AMAZING! This place was filled with indoor fun and adventure including a safari train ride, "animal rides," jungle gyms with slides galore, ball pins, climbing areas, put put golf, and so much more. Here are a few pictures from my morning with my fabulous Fant friends.

What a fun morning of Safari Park play and adventure. Bryson enjoyed every inch of the park and wore himself out. After our time at the park, Kristin and I enjoyed a chick-fil-a lunch and hang out time. It was definitely a fun morning with friends and filled with exciting safari adventures!

A Very Happy Hour at Casa Ritas!

With days standing between the end of summer and the beginning of the next school year, the husband and I decided to enjoy an afternoon happy hour.

With tasty $3.75 house margaritas, absolutely amazing portions of fabulous food, and cool a/c... what could be better than celebrating our happy hour at Casa Ritas in Frisco!?! I definitely enjoyed a great afternoon of food, drinks, and hang out time with my favorite boy! Here are some pictures of our afternoon happy hour together.

After a few hours, some strawberry cheesecake, and a change of waiter (wow the time flew by ha)... we called our Fant friends to join us. Kristin and big boy Bryson or B-Rice as the husband refers to him as arrived first as Michael came directly from work. We enjoyed a fun afternoon with this cute family of three. We had great conversations, sang several songs with the little man, played games with B, and of course had to have a fun photo session.

The ladies and Bryson
(I love that I am in the middle of laughing)

Ray playing games with B

The Gents!

It was definitely a fun outing with Ray and our Fant friends at Casa Ritas. I will for sure miss our mid day summer afternoon adventures. But here's to celebrating fun summer days and many happy hours ahead.

First Week of August Updates Presented by Facebook!

Disclaimer: This post is just for me to remember some of the fun activities and happenings for the last few weeks of summer. If you follow me at all on facebook you've definitely already read these posts.

Monday, August 1:
Today is day one of being back at the gym. I should not be this out of shape this summer: Is it horrible to be out of breath walking up one flight of stairs?!?! Ha!

I am so glad to have worked out this afternoon. Goodness this girl is out of shape. Now it is time for dinner, Target errand, and will be walking the pups again tonight.

Tuesday, August 2:
Took me four episodes on Netflix to get this lazy bum off the couch. But the gym I will go!

The husband and I are going to pick up dollar icees from Burger King and free movies tonight!

Wednesday, August 3:
I am excited to meet sweet friends from our ABF for a Chuys dinner tonight.

Thursday, August 4:
I really wish that people would not enjoy going to the pool at her apartment complex between 3-5AM. For some reason the lack of sleep makes her grumpy...

I can't wait to see my sweet friend Sally today for lunch at Chilis.

Plans have changed... Today I will enjoy making some crafts and watching some shows on Netflix.




I am wishing Ray a fabulous Frisbee game. This girl just can't take the heat! PS: They won! Next Thursday is the championship!

I just had the greatest conversation with my best friend from Arizona tonight. It absolutely made my day.

Friday, August 5:
I get to see my amazing friend Sally for lunch today. I have so missed this girl.



Is going to the dollar theater with the husband tonight to see X-Men First Class and then enjoying a relaxing night at home with the pups. Tomorrow we will be leaving bright and early and heading to Austin to see my great aunt, mom, and dad for lunch.

Tomorrow... chick-fil-a breakfast... four hour and fifteen minute drive there and again on the way back... But the chance to have lunch with my family and see my great aunt out of the hospital is priceless!!



Saturday, August 6:
Totally worth it!

Sunday, August 7:
It's 3:30AM and I just reminded the 7 kids downstairs at the pool the time and that there are families trying to sleep. Thursday I asked the same kids to turn down the music. Today I was laughed at. I have never felt so old. Boo

I definitely need a day to relax since I was up all night. So we just got back from getting some icees and driving around to look at neighborhoods. Now I am just blogging and updating pictures while watching movies in bed with the family. I love lazy afternoons.

Next week is my last week of summer. I am looking forward to several more fun activities and days with Ray as he will be on support next week. Wishing you all a wonderful last week before we go back!

Daycation in the Country, Lunch at Logan's, and Family Blessings!

Today, the husband and I packed the car, enjoyed a chick-fil-a breakfast, and made the four hour trip to San Marcos, TX to have a special family visit. For a few weeks my mom and I had been planning a day trip to visit my great-aunt Alice in Wimberly but recently several health issues had sent her to the hospital. What a blessing it was to hear the day before we left that she would be getting out of the hospital and arriving home!

Upon our arrival to San Marcos, we met up with my mom and dad at their hotel. From there we traveled to Logan's Roadhouse and enjoyed a very tasty lunch, a fabulous time of catch up, family fun, and photo opts. It was definitely such a special time with my family.

It had sadly been too long since I had been to visit Wimberly. It was interesting to see all the different changes that had been made to the town. It was also amazing to be reminded how beautiful living in the county truly is.

When we arrived to my great-aunt's home in Wimberly, look what we found in her backyard...

...deer waiting for their afternoon meal. Yes my family feeds a family of 15 deer by hand each day. Seeing and spending time with my great-aunt and family was such a blessing and absolutely worth the trip!