Brazos Bend State Park

Over Spring Break we went with my parents and Aunt Midge to Brazos Bend State Park.

We went in the Nature Center after we ate lunch and the boys got to pet a little alligator and a snake.

When we left the center, Jackson said "I'm so glad we came. This is so interesting." 

Headed out on our hike to look for alligators.

Brian ran up the tree and the boys followed suit!

 Stopping for pictures along the way!

We found some alligators, 29 in all on our hike!!

It was so cool to see them and a little freaky too!

On the top of the lookout tower!

More alligators!

Such a fun, beautiful day!!

#hartzeveryday2017 Week 11

Day 71: They made it! We're excited to spend the week with them!

Day 72: Got to meet up with my love for coffee, Costco, and lunch after my doctor appointment! Love time with him!

Day 73: Beautiful day at Brazos Bend State Park!

 Day 74: Selfie at the park! I love these guys!

Day 75: We made mint brownies for St. Patty's day but couldn't wait to eat them!

Day 76: Movie with the boys and Pedicures with the girls!

Day 77: Great morning! Love that I can work my business from literally anywhere!

Jackson's 8th Party

 Pokeball cake for a Pokemon lover!

He loves his cake!

We all love Jackson!

I can't believe my little boy is 8!

Bowling party with 8 friends!!

Great group of boys! They had a blast bowling together!

It was a great day celebrating our 8 years old!

Master Bedroom Makeover

While Mel was here back in January, we decided to redo our Master bedroom.

We painted out dark brown walls a grey and added a ship lap wall behind our bed and painted it white.

We added valances that matched the bedding,

and went shopping for new decorations.

So much lighter and inviting!

Before and after!!

We love how it turned out!

Memorizing Scripture V4:6

Psalm 119:37, "Turn away my eyes from looking at worthless things, and revive me in your way."

I chose this verse because I want to be more present with my boys and those that I am living life and not be consumed with Social Media. I love the phrase "revive me in your way". Jesus will give me new strength or energy and transform my life. I am going to put my phone away from the time I get home after school until the boys are in bed and be more conscious of my time on Social Media. I want to LIVE my life, be present, and revived by HIM!

#hartzeveryday2017 Week 10

Day 64: 1 on 1 game time with Jackson. 

Day 65: I'm excited for Brian to finally have a truck!! He's feeling like a real Texan now, and thanks to me he got a great deal!

 Day 66: Lots of goodies waiting for me today! Loving my Level 2 bracelet!

Day 67: Date Night watching This is Us!

Day 68: Safety first!

Day 69: Two nice catches for Jackson!

Skipping school was worth it!

Day 70: The rain caused us to cancel our plans for camping, but Jackson did get to play his last basketball game. Most points on his team for the season!

#hartzeveryday2017 Week 9

Day 57: Feeding ducks and rock throwing!

Day 58: Jackson and I went to support my former students at the Name the Book competition, and they won 1st place!

Day 59: We are jumping for joy, because I paid off my student loans!

 Day 60; This sweet boy is no longer wearing diapers at night!! PTL!!

Day 61: Thank goodness I had some Menchies to help me analyze Benchmark data.

 Day 62: Happy 8th Birthday Jackson!

Day 63: Party Day!