Water Park

Lawton has a water park that is perfect for little kids. Carsyn LOVES it. There are special slides for the younger kids. Carsyn has no fear. (And no time to stop and take pictures.) I remember coming here in junior high and not feeling sure about going down the big slides. I’m glad she is so confident and doesn’t have that hesitation. I’m also thankful that she wears her puddle jumpers the whole time too. Takes a lot of pressure off this momma.

Party Prep

Gagers had his first birthday this weekend. One years old!! It was a pool party in Granny and Papa T’s backyard. Good news is Carsyn was up bright and early to get the prep work started.  First was the pool. Carsyn dug right in and started supervising the filling of the pool

 

What a pretty little worker bee. She owned that water hose.

 

A good supervisor knows when the situation is under control and it’s time to move on. As you can see she wasn’t afraid to really see the job through, even if that meant she got a little wet.

 

 

Finally. Enjoying the fruits of her labor. A small diaper change and drink later, Carsyn was ready to relax. For about 5 seconds. Then momma had to relax, then Carsyn, then momma, then Carsyn…

It’s a Party

Gage is ONE and we’re excited! Carsyn was so excited that as soon as we walked in the door from the water park she was looking for his presents. She really needed him to open them up.

Carsyn was even kind enough to help break the toys in for Gagers. Some bubbles, cool building blocks and some fun letters for the bathtub.

 

Gage, the Birthday Boy! Gagers loves him some balloons.

 

Everyone loved the balloons. Quite the hit will all the kiddos.

We moved the party outside to let the kids play in the water. Watch out for that Shark! No worries. It’s just Gage. How cute is his little swim outfit.

 

Gage is attacking the wrapping with his mouth. His plan was to eat the paper away.   

The Happy Jung Family.

Somebody loves his momma and daddy! Gage got a little guitar so he can rock out with his dad and uncle Brent.

Carsyn is trying to give Roslynn a high five. We’re working on how to treat our friends. Give hugs, kisses and high fives are all good options. Way to be a good friend Carsyn.

 

What’s a party without cake, cupcakes that is. Yummy!

Way to go Misty. The party was great and everyone had a great time!!

Kennel

Momma, come in the kennel with me.

 

How could I resist? We read a book in the ‘kennel’ or tunnel. You know. Whatever works.

Sweet girl’s imagination is starting to come alive!

Potty Training

So, we’re on the potty training train. It’s not my favorite. It’s time. Carsyn is ready. But she is also stubbornly independent and in a ME DO IT stage. Clearly that lines right up with potty training. IF she wants to do it. And for the most part she’s on board the potty train. But when the mood changes to ‘I na like it’, then I’m riding the train by myself.

 

We’re using a chart and sticker method. Considering switching to an M&M reward method. At least I’d get excited about that.

Shorts are no longer necessary. Boots on the other hand are still fashionable. In Texas. In June. In 100 degree weather. Some people are just slaves to fashion.

A Horse is a Horse of course of course

 

So. Here’s the deal. Carsyn likes animals. In the ‘I want to kiss you puppy’ kind of way.

Jerrye has a dog. But he chases Carsyn so Dexter is not her favorite. Sunday evening as we were packing up to leave, she spotted the horse.

Leaves me standing by the Callie car, scrambling for my camera, walks over to the corral to have a chat.

 

 

 

  They had their moment and she walked away saying bye horse and waved. So polite.

 

Jerrye came and lifted her up to pet the horse. Not scared. Very friendly.

 

Whoa buddy. Getting a little close now. Carsyn likes to be the one that makes the moves. She’s bossy that way.

Bye Bye Daddy

Tony is gone for the summer. He’s on a work detail in DC. It’s a good thing for Tony. He gets to try on a promotion for size and see if it fits. That’s kind of cool. He’ll be gone for what seems like forever, but it will go by fast. Ask every teacher or student how fast summer break goes. Carsyn and I took him to the airport on Sunday afternoon. It was a little sad. Tony will get to come home 1 weekend a month. I’ve already got a trip to DC planned and hopefully Carsyn and I will go out together sometime later.

Down on the Farm

Growing up Uncle Jerrye was the best uncle. In just one afternoon we broke into our own house and almost caught the kitchen on fire. Great memories. He doesn’t disappoint now either.

 

Carsyn and I dropped Tony off at the airport and then headed north. The drive to Wichita Falls had a dull purpose. 1. Get Carsyn to my parents. 2. Highlights for momma. Carsyn is spending the week at my parent’s house. I still have a few late nights ahead of me for work and it was VBS at my parents church. Good timing.

 

While I was getting my hair done, Uncle Jerrye inflated a 9 foot water slide. Of course he did. Because that’s a fun toy and he just happens to have fun toys on hand. I think Carsyn was a little too tired to fully enjoy it. She was concerned about all the grass in the water. She kept calling them bugs. We’ll have to come back and try again.

 

Next up…watering.

 

 

Totally makes me think of summers at my MamMaw and Granddaddy’s house. I’m so happy for Carsyn to be making the same memories.

 

  Done with the 9 foot water slide? Over watering the plants? Let’s see what else Uncle Jerrye has. A Mickey Mouse sprinker. Sweet.

 

Mickey looked sweet. Now he’s just spraying me with water. I’m outta here.

 

Finally. The best water experience. A water gun. Now she controls where the water goes and who gets wet.

Thanks for such a fantastic time Barby and Jerrye!

Carsyn’s World

Just a few fun pictures that Carsyn took.

 

Splish Splash

Carsyn and I headed out to the splash park in Colleyville on Saturday morning and joined our friends the Harvey’s.

It took her a little while to warm up. There was a large birthday party there, so lots of kids. Now that I think back on it, I’m not sure if she realized she was supposed to get wet. 

 

Carsyn ran around and around in circles. Laughing and having so much fun.

 

 

 

Little umbrellas just their size.

 

 

Here’s cutie Cason. He was kind enough to share his toys and snacks with Carsyn. True friend right there.

 

 

Carsyn turning the water back on.

 

She really didn’t want to leave, but it was time. Momma was hot and forgot to bring water for herself. I drank most of Carsyn’s. It was time to go. But we’ll be back.