Tony Romo Jerseys

This afternoon a box came in the mail from Grandpa and MJ. It was a Valentine box, and it was so exciting to open. Each kid received an adorable Dallas Cowboy jersey...of course, they were all #9 with "Romo" on the back. Wow, they looked so cute! Jude promptly went outside to play football (he really loves football), and Jacob was soon to follow. Grace toddled around with them and Corey and I decided that a jersey in her size is beyond all imaginings of perfection! We snapped some pictures and then took them to Chick Fil A because you can't keep kids that look that adorable in doors...you MUST show them off!

The Last One to Wear The Hampshire College Shirt

It's funny how, all of a sudden, as a parent you will find yourself randomly sentimental. This happened just the other day when I put a "Hampshire College" onesie on Gracie Grace. I realized that Jacob had first worn the shirt that is from Aunt Dycee. Then Jude wore it, and he wore it for a LONG time. Now Grace can wear it and look adorable and cool in it just like her brothers did...and then...well, then it goes in a box in the attic until someday when I show it to the kids and tell them how small they once were. And that is the thought that makes me super sentimental on random afternoons in February. Enjoy the cuteness!

Jude had Surgery 8 Hours Ago!!!

Jude had a little surgery today. He had his ear tubes redone, and his adenoids removed. I'm waiting for Jude to realize that he had a little surgery today. He is, however, Jude...the nonstop, neverending energy kid that could withstand any amount of pain for a little bit of play. So, take this moment to ponder Jude's ability to keep on truckin'!

Where Did January Go???

How do I ever begin to apologize enough??? Sorry this is so belated, and full of information and scattered thoughts. January did happen at the Hooks House and it was a BIG month. Grace turned 1 year old on the 5th and had a smashing birthday party, friends came over and played, time was spent at Mama's House, there was much dress up, a new tradition was started with Pajamas and Pancakes and Grandad came to visit to put the icing on the cake of January! During January we found out that Grace really does like to wear her pink fur coat with everything including pjs! January also lead us to the confirmation that Jacob and Jude would prefer to wear their Spiderman and Batman costumes than normal clothes and that Jude in sunglasses is the cutest sight ever! January 2008 has been a great door to open, and peek inside the amazing new year that lies ahead. If January is the prequel to what awaits in 2008, then we know this year will be fun, exciting, full of laughter and graced everyday by three wonderful angels that keep us in stitches. I want everyone who reads our crazy sporadic blog to know that Corey and I truly recognize that we are living a dream. We are blessed beyond measure with wonderful family and friends who make the day to day more than daily. Thank you.

More Fun with the Tent

It is still super cold here in Arlington so, we had another day with indoor camping. Jacob keeps trying to convince me that we are going "real camping" soon with "Jacob, Jude, Grace, Mommy, Daddy, Grandaddy, Mama, Ryan and Paige". I'm not so sure about that. The most fun today was with the static electricity and Grace's hair. Here are some pictures to make you smile.

Happy 2008!!!

We started off the new year by putting up the boy's tent in the living room today and taking down all the Christmas decorations. We were going to "go out" and do something fun today, but it was too cold and Corey and I realized it would be just as much fun to go "camping" in the living room. Everyone has had a great time all day going in and out of the tent. Jude will announce that he is "Going camping, Mommy. Bye. I love you." Jacob has been the landlord of the tent taking Grace out of it every so often and zipping up the door so Jude cannot enter. Grace has mainly just tried to get into the tent with little success. Felt like the tent might be a commentary on our family dynamics.

Happy New Year to everyone! Hope all stayed warm and cozy and thought about all the wonderful things that 2008 will bring.

Aunt Jeanne's Presents

Aunt Jeanne sent presents this year from California. I snapped a few pictures of the kids opening them and being excited...one last post about Christmas!