Texas Country Music

Randy Rogers Band

Wade Bowen

Jack Ingram

My favorite music to listen to is Texas Country. Ryan introduced it to me back in our Baylor days with the likes of Pat Green and Robert Earl Keen. We began listening to Jack Ingram the summer before we got married when we went to Austin to listen to the band that ended up playing at our wedding (The Harris & Ryden Band). Jack played after Harris & Ryden, and he put on an awesome show! Last Friday he was playing at a place called Mo's that was literally 5 minutes from our home. We were so excited! My parents watched Jack so we could enjoy the concert. It was so much fun! You will have to take a listen to one of his songs below. It is an acoustic version of "Good Night Moon;" one of our favorites! Listen also to the music by Randy Rogers and Wade Bowen...my 2 favorite Texas Country artists! When I was on their websites getting pictures I noticed that they both will be playing at House of Blues in Houston on November 17th! I want to go so bad! Maybe Ryan and I can find a sitter!

Halloween

A view from the top

The penguin with Mommy & Daddy

The penguin with Grandma & Grandpa

Cute Penguin!

Erin, Blakely, Jack and I at story time

Jack with Grandma & Grandpa at Story time

Jack and Blakely

We had a fantastic Halloween weekend and what made it especially special was the fact that my parents came into town for the fun! We started the weekend off at the library for story time where all the kids dressed up and there were lots of goodies to eat. Jack began as a bear, and I soon realized that I should never order a costume online because it turned out to be a little too hot and itchy; making Jack's already sensitive skin turn red. My mom and I found the penguin outfit on clearance, and Jack seemed to enjoy wearing it. He loved crawling around the front yard in his costume; watching the other kids come by for candy. We got many a good laugh looking down on him in his costume when you could not see his face! He really brought the costume to life!

Election '08

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A New Play Pen

Well, we were cooking out last night, and Jack was out with us enjoying the pleasant evening. He is now moving a little bit faster and is prone to getting into more mischief. So, we thought what better place to contain him than in the back of Ryan's pick up. We placed Jack back there with a few toys. You would hear noise coming from the back, then a small football would come flying out, and then Jack would climb up the side and pop up saying "football." It was so critterish watching him! Ryan, myself and the neighbors got many a good laugh out of it! We soon realized that this could not become a permanent play pen because his hands got awfully dirty from the liner in the back of Ryan's truck. It was a good thought though!

October Ranch Weekend

Last weekend was filled with a fun trip to the ranch. Jack enjoyed seeing Grandma & Grandpa M, and it was particularly special seeing his Uncle Michael. The weather was beautiful, and we had a fantastic time. Jack loved "cruising" around the patio and loved pointing to the cows, although he was a little frightened of the horses. Grandpa M taught him how to say "bull." He even said "rojo bull" because its red coloring.

Jack and his good buddy, Blakely

Jack loves his friend, Blakely! They had so much fun playing on Saturday!

Ryan turns 30!

Jack gives daddy his card.

Ryan made his favorite breakfast: chicken fried steak, eggs and grits

Dinner with our friends Marc (who also turned 30!) and Anna Catherine

Blake throws a fun celebration for Ryan on Saturday. From the doves, to the chicken fried venison, to the UT win, to Gary's mashed potatoes and Joanne's delicious cake....we had a great time!

We celebrated Ryan's thirtieth this past weekend! Enjoy the pictures from all of the fun and festivities. Happy Birthday, Ryan! We love you!