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Sunday, July 05, 2009

4th of July

Sorry for not posting last weekend. It turned out to be an overwhelming weekend. My mom was in town, which was a saving grace because she was able to keep Jackson while we signed all the paperwork to put in an offer for a new house, which was accepted! She was also able to help us pack some things to be put into storage so we could get our house ready to sell, and she kept Jackson while Ross took me to the ER for one of the worst migraines I've ever had!

This weekend was a little less stressful and a lot of fun. We made our way to Leakey, TX to visit with family. While we were there we participated in the Leakey 4th of July parade. Ross, Jackson, and I were crowd control for the Frio Spring Lodges' Float, which was a huge roller. Crowd control was needed because the float was not only throwing beads and candy but also popsicles! They were a huge hit on such a hot day, but we didn't want anyone to get squashed just for a popsicle! Here are some pictures of everyone getting ready for the parade. I don't have any of the actual action, but there are a bunch in the album.

Here are Ross and Jackson ready to go!

Jackson & Ross ready for the parade

This is Ross' 1st cousin once removed, Dick, that owns the lodges and drove the roller.

Dick driving the roller

After the parade, we made our way back to the Stepladder Ranch where Ross' Dad, John; a family friend, Buz; and Dick smoked some cabrito. Here are the guys enjoying the shade.

Dick, John, and Buz

Aunt Leslie and Uncle Philip introduced Jackson to Noel, and then Jackson got to go on his first horse ride!

Leslie & Philip introducing JD to NoelElizabeth and Jackson riding Noel

Then he had fun playing outside in the dirt. It was a great day!

JacksonJackson

Many thanks to Leslie and Philip for hosting us!

Leslie, Philip, & Noel

We hope everyone had a wonderful 4th of July!

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2 Comments:

Anonymous kammy said...

what a fun weekend! sorry to hear about the drama from the previous one, but sounds like 4th of july made up for it... thank goodness for mommas - they sure do come in handy!

July 6, 2009 1:29 PM  
Blogger Mom/Kathy said...

Dear Ross and E and Jackson, I am always so glad to read your blog to keep up with you. I have been praying for you lately and will continue. Excited about the new house and your life in general! Elizabeth, hope the migraines are gone. Glad your mom could be with you and help out. Love to you all. Kathy

July 21, 2009 8:59 AM  

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