Go SkyRockets!

We have had such a fun time gettin' us some Wellington football. And I have to say it sure feels like home sitting in the crowded bleachers under those Friday night lights. This week we initiated ourselves into true Rocket fans and wore our red loud and proud. Oh how giddy our crew gets when Fridays come!

County Fair

Our first take at the annual Collingsworth County Fair. And one thing we are loving about our small town, there's always a familiar smile in every corner and on every float.

The parade.

The Phillips' ladies.

Luke-man's favorite float was Mr. Billy and his tractor.

Go SkyRockets!

Luke's "Paul-paul" makes sure he gets some sugary goods.

And oh man, were there goods! Like I have never seen before.

Abigail right before she prepares for inventory and the lovely Miss Kelsey.

We love our Tara!

Picnic at the Park.

Miss Harriette's homemade butterfinger icecream was a hit.

Oh my these two are quite the pair these days.

Go Boys!

Brisket is in the oven and we're getting ready for some FOOTBALL! Welcome Hannah, to your first Cowboys season.

Sermons from FBC Wellington

Tory is preaching through the book of Matthew on Sunday morning at FBC Wellington. Last week, he arrived at the Sermon on the Mount. We have had some requests for audio, so as of tonight, you will find them on the right hand side of our blog beginning with his first sermon from the Sermon on the Mount - Blessed are the Poor in Spirit.

Adrenaline Junky

Abigail accidently threw Luke's shoe on top of the house. So when, Tory said, "Well, you are going to have to get up there and get it," Abigail's eyes lit up with excitement. I'm afraid she thrives on the adrenaline rush she gets out of tackling the unknown.

Grillin'

Let it be known that my man LOVES to grill. In fact, we both like it very much. (Mostly I just get to purchase the slab of meat...I don't even get to dress it.) Thanks to this absolutely beautiful weather this week we have been back at the grill again. And The Man has taken it to a whole new level. Check this out. Our Family night pizza was needing a new kick and I'm thinking Tory nailed it. In the words of our Hannah, "Tas-ty!"

Class in session.

Excited to start the new school year today. We will continue with My Father's World 1st grade and Kindergarden curriculum again this year. Though the day started a little rough with Little Man waking with a stomach bug, we are very thrilled about the adventure we have before us.

"My did it! My did it!"

Those are beautiful words of potty training triumph in the Giddens' house this week. For our little Luke that is. But if you have ever potty trained a little tike before you know it takes the WHOLE crew. From teaching the process with "Baby Jack", to getting excited with him when the timer goes off for another potty break, big sister reading to him while he "sits it out", to encouragment with the accidents, and rejoicing BIG with every success. And our stats after Day 2 were 5 SUCCESSES, 2 ACCIDENTS AND dry after nap both days!! Way to go Pooks!

So that is why I've been away from blogging for a while. And we have been working hard to get our school room ready to begin tomorrow. And I am very excited about this school room...can't wait to show pics of our first day. Let's just say, the power tools were involved in the preparations of our new classroom. So make sure you come back for more of us Giddens' tomorrow!