First: You inspect the bag, verify that there are cookies to be eaten.
Second: Commence eating the cookies.
Third: Finish off the process with your own personal cookie dance.
September 6, 2025, Church near Court
4 days ago
Riding Shotgun With Dad
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Hey Little Bambino,
I really enjoyed hanging out with you all day on Sunday. We did some grocery shopping (which we successfully got all the right ingredients this time plus a few surprises for momma), we took you for your second haircut (which you hated and cried the whole time, but you look good) you got to "ride" shotgun with dad (while we waited for the barber shop to open, and yes, we were parked), we ate lunch with momma and learned the in-and-outs of air hockey (which you will learn to love in college), and finally we went to pick up Boo from the airport (she was really happy to see you).
We had a good day, and I enjoyed it. Glad you are my little man.Love,
Dad.
A Little Young
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Before he was wondering the halls causing mayhem and waking up all the residents from their afternoon naps, our little carjacker was trying to take a joyride.
Kids these days.
Cookie Monster Gets Assistance
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Jacob and Esther helped the cookie monster take in some more loot on Friday night.
Oh Bag Boy.
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I think I know what it would feel like being a celebrity. Having someone to carry your bags for you; of course, by the time this bag got home the clothes inside may have a few concrete burns or marks.
Thursday Boys Are An Inspiration
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Occasionally I will watch a movie, hear a song, or read an article that reminds me why I love being a parent and how much children can inspire and create beautiful moments and stories and the sacrifices that people will go through to be engaged with their children.
From time to time, while driving around the Fort Worth area, I have noticed stickers on the back windshields of cars that read Thursday Boys and would have names underneath that, I assumed they were children's names but I could never figure out what the Thursday Boys part meant. I figured it had something to do with the JV football team for Arlington Heights High School, since that is where I usually saw them and the colors were blue and yellow and JV teams typically play on Thursday night. But we all know what happens when we assume.
Stumbling through the Star-Telegram website this morning, I came across a picture that caught my attention and drew me into the article.
Please take a minute and read the article. I don't want to write about the article or preview anymore than I already have - I feel it may take away from the original article. Hopefully the article will tug at your heart like it did mine.
Link to their website...click here.
From time to time, while driving around the Fort Worth area, I have noticed stickers on the back windshields of cars that read Thursday Boys and would have names underneath that, I assumed they were children's names but I could never figure out what the Thursday Boys part meant. I figured it had something to do with the JV football team for Arlington Heights High School, since that is where I usually saw them and the colors were blue and yellow and JV teams typically play on Thursday night. But we all know what happens when we assume.
Stumbling through the Star-Telegram website this morning, I came across a picture that caught my attention and drew me into the article.
Please take a minute and read the article. I don't want to write about the article or preview anymore than I already have - I feel it may take away from the original article. Hopefully the article will tug at your heart like it did mine.
Link to their website...click here.
The Bruise Proves It
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So what if he is wearing a pink bow in his hair. If you look close you can see the bruise on his forehead from school today that proves he is tough.
So go ahead, laugh at him. I dare you.
Boys And Their Cars
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No matter what age, boys like toys. Big boys like big toys, and little boys like little toys. But no matter what age we are, we men/boys like cars. The only difference is when we get older, we are capable of wrecking the cars - so it's good to practice taking the cars into the shop at a young age.
Kostas brought his cars by the house tonight so that Jaxson could check them out and his momma brought food - would else could a man want. A friend with cars and a mom that cooks.Meeting Babies
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While some of us had to work today, other members of the family were able to enjoy the beautiful day and hang out with the Little Bambino.
Not only did mom and Jax get to enjoy the day with one another, they also got to meet Connor for the first time. Blake and Laura are the proud parents of a bouncing baby boy. Connor, who is part of the blogging community already, entered our world back on January 5. Today was the first time that they were able to get together and meet. Congrats to the new parents, he is a beautiful boy.
A Welcomed Evening
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As the cold air blew and the clouds made way for some much needed sunshine yesterday evening, we were indulging in a wonderful bowl of homemade chili and cornbread muffins thanks to Scott and Katy.
We spent the evening with Katy, Robyn's cousin, and her husband Scott. It was an evening of good conversation, Trivial Pursuit and card games (which Scott dominated most of the evening) and just sitting back and enjoying their new home; which is gorgeous.
Jaxson seems to enjoy letting Katy feed him. At our Christmas party, she helped fill his belly full of meatballs - and he has not forgotten. Each time he sees her, he clings to her - I think he is secretly hoping she has some more meatballs in her pocket, but that's just me and my thoughts.
We spent the evening with Katy, Robyn's cousin, and her husband Scott. It was an evening of good conversation, Trivial Pursuit and card games (which Scott dominated most of the evening) and just sitting back and enjoying their new home; which is gorgeous.Jaxson seems to enjoy letting Katy feed him. At our Christmas party, she helped fill his belly full of meatballs - and he has not forgotten. Each time he sees her, he clings to her - I think he is secretly hoping she has some more meatballs in her pocket, but that's just me and my thoughts.St. Valentine's Day Recap
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Nothing screams true love to me more than a good breakfast during the work week, and what better breakfast then an old Wheat family favorite - Egg Toast with a big glass of cold milk.
Basically, it is French toast with peanut butter and syrup - a weird yet delightfully good combination. My dad would make this for us growing up on the weekends, and it was always a treat. I remember countless Sunday mornings before church, scarfing down these little treats before heading to Sunday school. Not sure if he created the recipe or read it in one of his Boy Scout manuals, but where ever the hell it came from I am glad we picked it up along the way.I had to introduce this little morning goodie to Robyn; so the family tradition is extended one more generation.
To close out the day, Mimi stopped by for a bit to see the little guy. We finally got around to playing with the "Elephun" toy that we got from Boo for Christmas. It shoots out little pieces of plastic you are suppose to catch with the nets. Jaxson didn't get that concept, but staring up and giggling - he's got that down.
Before Mimi left, I think I caught her and Jaxson asking the mirror, mirror on the wall who the coolest dad of them all...
Before Mimi left, I think I caught her and Jaxson asking the mirror, mirror on the wall who the coolest dad of them all...
Bucking
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The stereotypes are true, everybody from Texas DOES know how to ride a horse (or whatever that animal is on the toy).
He did stay on for 8 seconds. All he needs now is some chaps, spurs, and a hat.
He did stay on for 8 seconds. All he needs now is some chaps, spurs, and a hat.
B-Ball With The Devils
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The boys had a night together. Just us, the t.v., and the Duke Blue Devils on ESPN.
By the way Casey, I won. You owe me 2, yes count them, 2 rounds of brewskis.
Uncle Casey and I had a reoccuring bet for the Duke/Maryland match-up. Casey is a fan of the Terps, where I am a life-long fan of Duke basketball.
This Big Kid Is Happy
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As a HUGE Dr. Seuss fan, with my favorite being Oh, the Places You'll Go, I am exicted to see this new movie coming out.
Jim Carrey leading the charge with Steve Carell as a co-star...I think it will be a good one.
Chinese New Year
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We celebrated the coming of the Year of the Rat with Gracie last night. Great way to connect cultures and communities from worlds apart.
Gracie looked like a million bucks in her authentic silky threads.
He Makes It Look So Good
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Carshon's in FW has THE best pies, all homemade and all from scratch. Big recommendation from this sweet tooth. Oh yeah, their sandwiches are fantastic as well.
Doesn't he make your mouth water.....
Doesn't he make your mouth water.....
Like A Primate
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Not sure if you remember the National Geographic videos that we all suffered through in elementary school; but, if you do - try and recall the one where the gorilla takes the stick and dips in into the ant hill and pulls out a little snack.....
Robyn Caught Off Guard
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Poor thing was just trying to get a good family photo during our train ride....
....funny thing is, she hates having her picture taken, and the one time she was willing to have it taken - it was the wrong time.
....funny thing is, she hates having her picture taken, and the one time she was willing to have it taken - it was the wrong time.
Riding The Train To Happyville
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Once again, the weather is spectacular here in Tejas. To celebrate the sunshine we decided to Forest Park and ride the miniature train, for $3 a person - you can't beat it. You can't tell, but the sign reads Forest Park Depot.
Winding through the Trinity Park area and with one stop to fill up on popcorn and soda; we couldn't think of a better reason to let the tracks take us where they may.
One more reason why I love Fort Worth.
Destined For Greatness
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I wonder if Tiger ever slept with his golf clubs??
He even has a proper grip on the club, that'a boy!
Popping On A Saturday Morning
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We all had them as kids, we all loved them as kids, and we still want them as adults.
Pop-Tarts!!!
What's better than a warm Pop-Tart fresh out of the toaster - home made Pop-Tarts.
While browsing through the internet yesterday, I ran across a recipe for home made Pop-Tarts. I couldn't think of a better way to start a weekend than some home made treats for breakfast while the sun creeps through the tree branches and across our kitchen.
For a first time around, they weren't too bad. There are a few modifications that I would make but they were definitely edible.
For a first time around, they weren't too bad. There are a few modifications that I would make but they were definitely edible.Is it 2011 yet???
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I stole this from one of my favorite blogs, but I'm sure they won't mind. All the details about the Cowboys new home and Super Bowl info. Enjoy:
You don't have to like football or sports in general to be impressed with the progress of the new Dallas Cowboy's Stadium in Arlington.
The Star-Telegram's website today highlighted the stadium and area as related to the coming 2011 SuperBowl. It's worth a look (make sure you click the "see stadium details" link).http://www.star-telegram.com/Multimedia/News
I happen to like buildings, architecture and sports so it's enjoyable for me to watch and follow.
When the SuperBowl arrives in 2011, Fort Worth will be ready with new hotels, boulevards and maybe even a train from the airport south and west (then again, maybe not). Grapevine's Gaylord Resort will get a big boost as will our Convention Center. Dallas and Fort Worth will get a lot of tourism dollars. Personally, I can't wait.In like news: Dallas - Fort Worth ranks No. 6 in fastest growing large metro areas according to Forbes magazine and reported in Yahoo news. Projected growth for 5 years: 20 %. Austin was No. 1 at 32%.
If that gets a big "so what" from you remember, property values climb the same way anything else increases in value: high demand, short supply = prices up. low demand, big supply = prices down. Cleveland and Detroit have the latter.Fort Worth has the infrastructure, available land, natural resources, and drive to be a growing, prosperous city.
I hope we can also maintain a certain virtue, a small town attitude and that common sense disposition of fairness to its residents and visitors, without which monetary wealth is of little value.
I don't know about you, but after reading that and looking at the websites; I may go set-up my tailgating spot this weekend and just sit and wait till the Big Dance comes home.....
Coolest, and scariest, thing about all this. Jaxson will be almost 4-1/2 years old. Greatest part about that is that he will be able to experince all the hoopla that goes on during the week. And maybe, just maybe, get to meet a few players while they are in town. And, since his daddy works in downtown Fort Worth, and one of the teams will be downtown Fort Worth...I may have to be a stalker for the week and bring Little Buddy along with me.
But, since the Cowboys will be in the Super Bowl that year, I guess they can just stay at their homes. (wink, wink)
You don't have to like football or sports in general to be impressed with the progress of the new Dallas Cowboy's Stadium in Arlington.
The Star-Telegram's website today highlighted the stadium and area as related to the coming 2011 SuperBowl. It's worth a look (make sure you click the "see stadium details" link).http://www.star-telegram.com/Multimedia/News
I happen to like buildings, architecture and sports so it's enjoyable for me to watch and follow.
When the SuperBowl arrives in 2011, Fort Worth will be ready with new hotels, boulevards and maybe even a train from the airport south and west (then again, maybe not). Grapevine's Gaylord Resort will get a big boost as will our Convention Center. Dallas and Fort Worth will get a lot of tourism dollars. Personally, I can't wait.In like news: Dallas - Fort Worth ranks No. 6 in fastest growing large metro areas according to Forbes magazine and reported in Yahoo news. Projected growth for 5 years: 20 %. Austin was No. 1 at 32%.
If that gets a big "so what" from you remember, property values climb the same way anything else increases in value: high demand, short supply = prices up. low demand, big supply = prices down. Cleveland and Detroit have the latter.Fort Worth has the infrastructure, available land, natural resources, and drive to be a growing, prosperous city.
I hope we can also maintain a certain virtue, a small town attitude and that common sense disposition of fairness to its residents and visitors, without which monetary wealth is of little value.
I don't know about you, but after reading that and looking at the websites; I may go set-up my tailgating spot this weekend and just sit and wait till the Big Dance comes home.....
Coolest, and scariest, thing about all this. Jaxson will be almost 4-1/2 years old. Greatest part about that is that he will be able to experince all the hoopla that goes on during the week. And maybe, just maybe, get to meet a few players while they are in town. And, since his daddy works in downtown Fort Worth, and one of the teams will be downtown Fort Worth...I may have to be a stalker for the week and bring Little Buddy along with me.
But, since the Cowboys will be in the Super Bowl that year, I guess they can just stay at their homes. (wink, wink)
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