Another Busy Saturday!!

McKenna had individual and team photos this morning at 9:15, followed by the game at 10:15. Not cold this week, but overcast and WINDY! But McKenna had a great game! She played goalie for the 2nd quarter and no goals scored on her! Yea!! And then in the 3rd quarter, McKenna scored! We were so excited!! So that's 2 so far this season for her! Awesome!! And they won, even though we don't officially keep score. Go Gator Girls!
We had about 25 minutes after McKenna's game, before Caris's game was scheduled. So we ran and got the girls a quick bite and got back to the fields. Her pictures were after the game...all windblown! Caris really hustled and she scored her very first goal! And then she scored another one!! So two for her today! Caris was soooo excited! And we were so proud!! And her team won as well! Go Doodlebugs!!
Now we are off to the carnival at school. Caris would like there to be a roller coaster, but she's out of luck. Nothing that elaborate!
And then to dinner...Caris gets to pick since she scored today. And guess where she picked to go??? Pappasito's! I just have to laugh, because I didn't put her up to it~she just loves it too! So a great day, followed by a great dinner. Sounds like a pretty wonderful day! Hope everyone else has a great weekend!

~Beth

We have been so busy the last few weeks! Soccer has started. Caris had her first game and McKenna scored her first goal this past Saturday It was a wonderful day...until they both started running fevers that night. Not so wonderful! Caris has been fever free since yesterday, while poor McKenna is still running a fever and I finally took her to the doctor this morning! She is not herself and is really missing school. Her class has 6 out today! I will be glad when we free of sickness!
On a positive note, the girls and I are heading to KC for spring break. We are excited to see Great Gigis and just spend time with our family. The girls are crossing their fingers for snow! My cousin's wife, Michelle, is having a baby shower the day before we arrive. We're sorry to miss it, but hopefully we will get to see her and Jay before they head home! They only have a few more weeks before their world changes, but totally for the better!! Best get back to nurse duties!! Have a great day!

~Beth

Family Time!

It has been a whirlwind of activity here the last few days!

Out to dinner with my Mom on Friday evening, while my Dad was in DC. Saturday morning began early as I drove to NHS to administer the SAT-good times! Then it was of to Casa de Miller in beautiful Euless!
We celebrated Gram and Callie's birthdays with everyone! Callie, Nicole and Brent flew in from Florida on Saturday morning, while Doug, Laura, Camry and Adi drove in from Big Sandy. The sister-cousins were so excited to be together again! They played, watched movies and engaged in alot of silliness and on Saturday evening had a giant sleepover! Nicole, Laura and I spent a good amount of quality time walking through the aisles of Target. While the boys bonded while sitting in the dank RV and then headed out for a delicious(ha-not!) meal at Panchos. Yesterday, we all celebrated Callie's 8th birthday with a party at The Main Event. We bowled and played laser tag-so fun!! Unfortunately, Caris is still to small to play tag~I know she would have loved it! Then we had cake, opened presents and then hit the game floor for game time! Caris won two toys out of the machine with the claw! All by herself! It was very exciting. She also bowled a spare, with the help of some bumpers. All the girls had so much fun together! At the end of the day, we were sad to say farewell to the East Texas Miller's as they headed back to prepare for the new week. The rest of us went back to Gram and Grampy's for a rest before heading out to dinner at everyone's favorite, Pappasito's. I was giddy~we had eaten there Friday night too! Great food, great conversation and great family time! We headed for home and within moments Caris was fast asleep, while McKenna asked questions the entire ride home. Sounds about right!
I hope everyone had a wonderful weekend~I know we did!!

The Sister-Cousins

Laura, Nicole and Me

~Beth

KLTY...

McKenna's class will be reciting the pledge next Wednesday on KLTY! McKenna is so excited and has been talking about it since they recorded it several weeks ago. She always has news updates at breakfast from the station, so she thinks it is really exciting to be on the radio! In fact, she's talking about it right now..."We're gonna be famous"...is her direct quote! So tune in at 6:45 am and 8:25 am next Wednesday!

~Beth

Happy New Year...

a little late, I know, but things just haven't settled down yet.

We had a wonderful Christmas~spent lots of time with our family, ate a ton of food and made alot of memories! We also experienced some sadness as well...Chris's Grandma passed away quite unexpectedly. She was 93 and lived an amazingly full life! We are so thankful that we spent time with her this summer as we toured the Midwest. Grandma Miller made wonderful sticky buns and even went four-wheeling with McKenna. We know that she is in a much better place now. Here is a picture of Grandma and the girls...



Chris surprised me with a trip to Vegas for our anniversary. We celebrated 10 years of marriage in November and were finally going to get some time for just the two of us. We left after Christmas and had a great time. We didn't have anything planned out, but we did have tickets to see Mystere at Treasure Island on Sunday evening. The rest of the time we spent shopping, eating, walking, some gambling and just enjoying each other's company. It was nice to have "us" time, but we were also glad to get back home.
Now we are just trying to get back into the routine, but Chris has been sick, so its been challenging...he throws my routine off! McKenna went back to school yesterday and Caris was back today. Chris has been home and he hopes (and I do too) that he will return to work tomorrow. Of course, I can feel my throat starting to hurt...big surprise there...it will just keep making the rounds through the family until we've all had it!
No resolutions for me...I never keep them. However, I do need to start exercising again and cut back on my Dr.Pepper intake. These will be challenging!
I guess that's all for now...hope everyone has a great start to the new year!

~Beth

Shopping is done!

I have officially finished all of the Christmas shopping! Now all that's left is the wrapping. I am currently beating Chris in this endeavor, 18-6. We still have alot remaining.
Tomorrow is the big program at school! Caris is super excited. She has been practicing her songs at bedtime each evening. She always says, Mommy-you do the motions. But what are the motions? Its dark and I can't see what she is doing. Our neighbor Brenda brought over some banana nut bread this evening and later while we were eating dinner, McKenna suggested that we take something to her in return. I replied that I was already trying to think of something. Caris piped up with...maybe we could take her some cornbread. Its not as funny when you type it, but it totally cracked me up.
McKenna had her ears pierced last Friday and was so brave. She chose her birthstone and they look great. We went to Sweet & Sassy and the girls were very nice and patient.
Guess that's it! Have a great evening!
~Beth

Shopping...

After dropping Caris off this morning, I spent a fun day with my friend Mindy. We had a great time...roaming the aisles of Target and then we headed off to the mall. The mall was flooded with kids~they were performing Christmas songs in front of Macy's. I was able to get several names crossed off of our list, but it seems we still have a ton of gifts to buy. Then we headed back to pick up the girls. It was freezing when we came out of the mall!!! Thanks friend for a great day!!
I have to get started on cards and wrapping gifts. I told Chris that my goal was not to wrap all of the gifts on Christmas Eve! On Saturday, Mom and I are going to finish up the last batch of coasters, which means I have to make a trip to Home Depot before then. It seems that time is running out before school gets out!
I also have a box taunting me to open it...from my SS on Simply Obsessed. I can't wait to open it and see the goodies inside. I have really slacked on scrapbooking the last couple of months...its gotten so hard since school started. The days just get away from me!! I'll have a ton of pics from the holidays to scrap, including our upcoming trip to Vegas!!! So excited!!
Hope everyone has a great day!!
Beth
Can't wait to see our Huskers in the Gator Bowl! Go Big Red!!