I am trying to sail...

Due to our family getting so big and being all over the place, we decided to not have a normal family reunion weekend and those that were able went to a barbecue at my Uncle Neal's house on Saturday. It was so much fun! Between the kayak racing and the turtle hunting, we found time to eat BBQ, play with the babies and play some Martin style games. We enjoyed the windy weather and all got a little sun!

Neal and I trying to sail

Russell and Derrick decided to play underwater washers while the girls just lounged in the pool. Then we decided to play boys vs girls water volleyball but had a hard time keeping the ball in the water. Luckily, the ball was possessed and would generally come back into the pool when asked. It was actually quite freaky :) In the evening, we sat around the pond and hunted turtles. I was not successful but russell and meagan caught a little one. We enjoyed the windy evening and relaxing surroundings.

It was nice to sit around and enjoy each others company.

Russell and Meagan kayaking around the pond

Russell is trying to get a picture of some fish. The light from the pond made a cool green glow around him...

One Sunday, our immediate family went to the Astro's game. Russell had been wanting to take Eli to his first game, and of course Grumps, Honey and Aunt Mir had to tag along! The 'Stros lost, but we had great seats and enjoyed being there together. Eli was most enthralled with all of the lights. He did really good and did not fuss too much. I, on the other hand, enjoyed being with my brother and sister, my parents and the little guy. Russell took this picture of me during the 7th inning stretch- my favorite part of the game :)

The Stars at Night, are big and Bright..... clap, clap, clap...

After a feast of crab at Joe's and some cake covered in smores (yum :)) The family went to say hi to Grandpa who is still in rehab. He was happy to see everyone and immediately told Russell to give him Eli. That man is so proud of his great-grandchild!

All in all, it was a great weekend and I am so sad to see it go.

I will post more about how my school is going at a later time...gotta go write lesson plans and grade some papers :)



What did you do this weekend?