A Tribute from my Cousin

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The One That Makes Me Wonder

I wonder how this could happen? Twice within six months, at the exact same eating establishment...I mean, who does the ordering of products?
On Tuesday, I pulled into the drive-thru of a fast food restaurant, famous for its colors of orange and white and the 45, 326 (or something close to that number) different ways to order its burgers...
I place my order and was told, in a very friendly voice, that this restaurant was out of my drink choice...Dr.Pepper. How is this possible? I mean twice in six months? Shouldn't every restaurant have Dr.Pepper stockpiled, it being the official drink of Texas? (Not that this is factual, but hey, Waco has a museum celebrating the wonderful soft drink.)
The first time, the girls and I walked out. This time, I said, "Ok, well, please cancel my order" and drove off.
I wonder, who drinks it all? Who orders the syrup for the machines? How many other people were disappointed that day? Did the truck delivering said syrup get lost? There is a big Dr.Pepper plant on 35W...I'm just wondering...
Yes, this might seem rather shallow and petty, given the state of our country today. I understand that...but I just really needed a Dr.Pepper. Those of you that love this soft drink as much as I do, will get it. Sometimes you just have to have a Dr.Pepper and nothing else will do.

I know that this post isn't profound or life-changing, but as I write this, I realize that there are somethings in life that just aren't worth compromising for...whether it be a silly Dr.Pepper, how you mow the grass, or standing up for something you believe in or have a passion for, how you raise your children or how you value relationships or your personal faith. So take the road that leads you to be uncompromising, unwavering in whatever it is that you believe in.

~Beth

24 Hours Ago...

it was sunny and 80 degrees. Now, it is cold, rainy and just slightly above freezing. As I told Caris, a great day for a nap! The weather is forecasted to remain like this through Friday evening/Saturday morning.
Tomorrow, I'm heading to The Cheesecake Factory with my wonderful friends Mindy and Vicki...oh and Rhett, Mindy's son, who is about 5 months old. He loves cheesecake! We try to go have brekfast or lunch once a month and we are totally splurging this time! And I can't wait...Orange Chicken and a slice of cheesecake...yummy!
Have a great day!

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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