Hurricane Gustav and our visitors

It's been a while since I've posted. Things have been a little out of sorts to say the least. My Mom, Mom's parents, and my sister along with her family all evacuated here for hurricane Gustav last Saturday. While I've enjoyed the unplanned family time, it has really been hard on them. They keep worrying about imposing on us, but it is the least we can do. They are the ones suffering with their homes in disarray, unable to return there, because after a week, they still don't have power. Most of the men are back there trying to begin the repair process as well as they can. Food, gas, and supplies are scarce with few stores open. Those that do open have limited supplies and operating hours. All of the damage is mostly from the wind. Roofs messed up pretty bad with some water damage, but no flooding.

On the brighter side, Nana has had much quality time with both her girls. It has also been so great for Kegan to spend time with Ava. They are really cute together. they are so jealous of each other when Nana is around. She can't hold one without the other, but don't think she minds for a bit. She loves the attention from those little rascals.

Proud Nana and her girls!

After a week of being stranded at my house, we decided to give Evan a break and head to Six Flags for the day. It was Kegan's first trip there. She did so good. We were so proud of Evan. He went on the Tony Hawk ride and Judge Roy Scream. He has a history of being a little chicken when it comes to rollercoasters. Happy Birthday Kirk!!!!! We are so sorry to have such a good time on your birthday while you are stuck without electricity for the 3rd day since you've been home. We really were thinking about you. Thank you for being such a great Dad and husband and protecting and repairing the homestead for Jen.

Kegan happy to be at Six Flags!

She passed out for her morning nap shortly after we arrived. Note the left leg over the side. She gets that from me and her Pawpa! We can't sit straight, it's obviously genetic.

Evan and Jen riding on the Batman jets

Kegan checking things out on the train. Kegan really enjoyed the train ride in the park. It is a real train, noises and all. We sat just in front of the conductor, so Kegan had a great time watching him and waving at him. She stood up the entire time checking everything out.

Kegan and Daddy being silly at the train depot. You can see the conductor in the background letting people on and off the train.

Daddy stealing sugars before the train left the depot.

Crawling around with Mom on the train.

Oh my! That train whistle is loud!!!!

It was hot, we were tired and sweaty, so about 4 or so, we called it a day. It was some Texas festival something or another, at Six Flags and they had hometown vendors set up everywhere selling their little mom-n-pop stuff. Just outside the entrance we came across someone selling kettle corn and had to stop. Next door to that booth, was a man selling little pine children's and baby doll furniture. We came across this little swing and just had to get it for the girls. Aren't they so cute in it!?

Kegan and Ava sharing the swing.....well, sort of!

We also got this little wagon (you can see part of it at the bottom of the picture). It has a leather pull string and works well for pulling blocks and other toys around. Ava has tested it out for it's pull-ability and it works great. Kegan is still a little small for that, but will be there soon.

Had to throw this picture in because it is so darn cute. Kegan sort of reminds me of this.....