Kennedy Christmas in Houston

The whole gang (except Baby Benjamin who was soundly sleeping through all of the raucous.)

The Stone Family

We also celebrated Gram-Gram's 80th birthday.

Wheeling and dealing going on during the gift exchange.

Baby Ben and Uncle Joe taking it easy.

Nancy trying out Gram-Gram's new Wii. What a hit!




Bettie & Gram-Gram

Papa and Kennedy telling secrets

We celebrated Christmas early in Houston with the Kennedy family. It was a great weekend and we hope to continue the tradition. Lots of swimming, scrabble playing, wii-ing, eating and drinking.

More from Kaden's birthday, on the real day...

It was quite a party at school. Pizza, cupcakes, and the calendar song.

Yummy cupcakes. Dad & Kaden made them!

Dinner at the Spaghetti Warehouse. It's becoming a family tradition.

Even the Milonovich family joined in.

Kennedy's first haircut

A chilly weekend in San Antonio...

Posing below the Tower of Americas. Brrrrrrr!

Sibling love...at least for the moment.

Our day at Sea World was a lot of fun, but short-lived. They closed down early for the chilly weather. Can't wait to go back!

Just random pics and things to blog about:

Did you know candy cigarettes no longer go by that moniker - they're now "candy sticks."

Ah, the good ole days!

Had to share this picture. Those that are familiar with my culinary skills will be impressed that I created this delicacy.

MORE BIRTHDAY FUN!

Grannie & Papa hit it big with a bike. (Always a struggle in the morning now trying to convince Kaden it's not practical to ride our bike to school - 10 miles away). And how do you like the new Spiderman pjs?

Uncle John spoiled Kaden - real light sabers from Star Wars!

KADEN'S BIRTHDAY CELEBRATIONS BEGIN!

Uncle John, Kaden & Papa get a little stickball in.

Kaden & Papa practicing the proper batting stance.

We met with a few friends & family to enjoy the rides at Kiddie Acres.

Thanks again, Ginger, for another incredible cake!

Can't believe our turkey baby is almost 4!

HAPPY HALLOWEEN!

The girls were more than willing to pose for the camera. Zachary was easily bribed with candy. Yet, Spiderman (Kaden) was AWOL. We had a great time trick-or-treating in the neighborhood. All four were totally into it this year - the moms had to keep a quick pace to keep up.

HALLOWEEN PREVIEW

JACK-O-LANTERNS

Uncle Jim lends his artistic talent.

The adults did the carving and the kids did the painting (although they had more on themselves than on the pumpkins).

FALL FAMILY FUN

All aboard!

Aunt Nancy and the boys checking out the ducks, fish and crawdads.

Ice Cream break after the train ride. Gram-Gram, Uncle Dave, Aunt Monkey and Zachary enjoying the beautiful day.

Chloe showing off her ice cream moustache.

The Clements and the Milonovichs spent the day with Uncle Dave and all in New Braunfels. Here's pics from the great park.

WEEKEND IN WYOMING

Congratulations to Rod & Krissy! Kaden & Jeff were in their wedding in Cheyenne. It was a fun weekend catching up with friends and family. It even snowed - shocking for the Texans now!

We had a great time with the Hayes Family. Thanks for letting us bunk up!