Astros Game

We try and go to a game once a year. While we prefer to watch the games from the comfort of our home, there's something to be said for the excitement of being in  the arena with the other fans, and the sights and smells of the ball park. This year we went early enough to see batting practice. It was our first time and I will always go early for batting practice from here on out. It was fun and relaxed, and so many balls get hit into the stands! Logan took his mitt, ready to catch a ball! An older gentleman gave Logan  one of the balls that was hit into the stands, so he left with an authentic Astros baseball. This was also our first time for dollar dog night, hot dogs for $1! And of course we had to get some Blue Bell.We used our GetOut passes for the game, and upgraded a bit to sit close to the fields, such a fun treat and so nice to not only have a better view, but also to be closer to everything, bathrooms, water, food, and team store. The game got exciting... we were losing. Altuve challenged the strike that got him out, it was overturned, and he walked to first, loading the bases. Then Alvarez hit a grand slam! And just like that we pulled ahead and ended up winning the game. So cool to see that in person. Such a fun night!

 

Ethan's Chicken update

 

The Tolman's visit from Mozambique

Pool Day at our neighborhood pool. I think the last time we went to this pool was with them during one of their previous visits! But we had a nice time, the kids all played games in the pool, which we had pretty much all to ourselves. We also took full advantage of the snack bar! It's fun when they visit, because it's like we've never been apartt.

The Tolman, Hatt, Jordan, Repasi, Theobald, Larsen, and Brown families

We hosted a party in honor of the Tolman's and invited all of our Kingwood friends. It was so great to see everyone. When they left, Doug commented that we've known many of them for twenty years!!

We also went to the trampoline park, Big Air with them, but I forgot to take pictures. Boo!

Lake Conroe with The Garner's

 

We were thrilled to be invited back on the late with the Garners. I love having time getting caught up with Sara, and my boys love time on the lake and the water.

Doug stayed home because we had some workers finishing up a project. He came up and met us for dinner at Mia's Table. All you can eat ice cream and lots of good conversation. So fun!

Harmony Yoga

 

Sheryl invited us to join her for her 200th yoga class! It was my first time doing a barre class. It was surprisingly challenging! I was a last minute (like in the lobby last minute sign-up) but I'm so glad I didn't miss it. I really enjoy trying new fitness classes and it was nice to support Sheryl. It meant a lot to her to have her friends support her in something that is so important to her.

Schlitterbahn - Galveston

Much to my delight, our Six Flags Passes are also good for Schlitterbahn - Galveston! We headed down on a Monday morning to find the park not busy at all. I love a good water park, and was not disappointed! Had we paid full price, I might have been. But as it stood, it was absolutely worth the hour and a half drive. There were a few elements reminiscent of our beloved Schlitterbahn - NB... mini versions to the Torrent River lazy river, and the White Water Rapid lazy river. 

Interactive Aquarium

 

For Father's Day weekend, we went to the Interactive Aquarium. We just wanted a family activity. It was our first time petting a giraffe, that was unique, and quite possibly a once in a lifetime opportunity!

Cypress Creek High Adventure 2026 - Canoeing the Buffalo River

Doug took the young men on a canoeing trip down the Buffalo River in Arkansas. Since our young men's group is small, and because Doug was going, Logan was able to go also. The boys had a great time. The river was moving faster than normal for this time of year, so they finished the canoeing/camping early. They stopped and mined for diamonds on the way home, and they still got home a whole day early.