Since I hold on for dear life just about every day, I haven't had time to update the blog.
Here's some pictures of my 6 lovelies, courtesy of family photographer Ellie and her new camera.
Saturday, February 04, 2012
Egan is 6 months old!
It's hard to remember life before Egan (but I DO remember the swollen feet). He's a happy, content little guy who loves the life that happens around him. In our household, there's a LOT of life being lived every moment of every day! Each of the 5 older siblings have special things they do with and for Egan and it's fun to watch them dote on him. He's started to eat solids and roll over (when he is down on the floor long enough). We're working on sitting up. The only problem with sitting alone is that Egan likes to rock when sitting and no one wants him to hit his little head on the floor by rocking back. Here's some pictures of our sweet little guy.
It's hard to remember life before Egan (but I DO remember the swollen feet). He's a happy, content little guy who loves the life that happens around him. In our household, there's a LOT of life being lived every moment of every day! Each of the 5 older siblings have special things they do with and for Egan and it's fun to watch them dote on him. He's started to eat solids and roll over (when he is down on the floor long enough). We're working on sitting up. The only problem with sitting alone is that Egan likes to rock when sitting and no one wants him to hit his little head on the floor by rocking back. Here's some pictures of our sweet little guy.
Thursday, December 15, 2011
Nutcracker 2011
The girls have 6 roles between the 2 of them and will perform 4 times this weekend. Emma is excited to have her first solo role as the wind up "Kissy Doll" from the party scene. And the red shoes...magic marker...yes, she was a bit loopy when she was finished.
My Kissy Doll/Snow Corps/Spanish Corps/Waltz Corps and my Soldier/Chinese Tea Corps
Elisha had to strike a pose with his favorite Kissy Doll...
The girls have 6 roles between the 2 of them and will perform 4 times this weekend. Emma is excited to have her first solo role as the wind up "Kissy Doll" from the party scene. And the red shoes...magic marker...yes, she was a bit loopy when she was finished.
Wednesday, November 30, 2011
A new look...
For quite some time, Emma has wanted a new hairstyle. I needed a haircut (it's been 4 months), so we went this morning to see my cousin Rachel at her salon.
She can't stop looking at herself...She was beautiful before the cut. It's hard to improve on that, but wow!
For quite some time, Emma has wanted a new hairstyle. I needed a haircut (it's been 4 months), so we went this morning to see my cousin Rachel at her salon.
Before...
Very satisfied after...
Those curls are NATURAL!
She can't stop looking at herself...She was beautiful before the cut. It's hard to improve on that, but wow!
Saturday, November 19, 2011
TOTALLY COOL NEW PLAYGROUND!
A few weeks ago, a new playground opened up. The kids wanted to go, I decided the best time to go was during a schoolday, since the playground is across the street from an elementary school. We went this past week and have made all kinds of plans for what we'll take the next time. Erik and Doug loved the brand new basketball court, and I tried out the walking path with the stroller.
I wonder if I can get them to do their schoolwork at the playground...
Check out this insane rock-wall-twisty-climby-thing! That's Ellie in the yellow shirt.
Emma loved this playground. My high school freshman begged to know when we could go back...she loved these rings...they were all independently suspended...so they move when you climb on them.
Elisha has some interesting poses for the camera!
Everson enjoyed climbing on this 'rock'. Good thing he thought to pack his army gear...he actually tried out his parachute!
A few weeks ago, a new playground opened up. The kids wanted to go, I decided the best time to go was during a schoolday, since the playground is across the street from an elementary school. We went this past week and have made all kinds of plans for what we'll take the next time. Erik and Doug loved the brand new basketball court, and I tried out the walking path with the stroller.
I wonder if I can get them to do their schoolwork at the playground...
Check out this insane rock-wall-twisty-climby-thing! That's Ellie in the yellow shirt.
Emma loved this playground. My high school freshman begged to know when we could go back...she loved these rings...they were all independently suspended...so they move when you climb on them.
Elisha has some interesting poses for the camera!
Everson enjoyed climbing on this 'rock'. Good thing he thought to pack his army gear...he actually tried out his parachute!
Pictures of Baby Egan, Sir Poopypants, Egan-boy...3 1/2 months old
Egan loves to suck on his fingers and hands, especially the little chubby part at the base of his thumb
Everson thought that Egan needed to try on the Green Lantern mask...he makes a cute superhero!
He is especially cute when his face is all wrinkly when he cries. And oh, the size of his tears!
Just this week, Egan was introduced to the Bumbo. What a great invention! In no way is he strong enough to sit by himself, but this little rubber seat is so supportive. Mr Egan can sit and enjoy his siblings and all their theatrics. I'd give anything to know what he thinks of the insanity that goes on here!
Sunday, October 30, 2011
Ellie is developing her own fashion style. These ruffled leggings were begging for a matching top...and Emma's pincurls made for tight ringlet curls. A little fashionista!
This little cowboy can't resist a laid back pose for the camera...especially in his cowboy duds!
Elisha said, "Me too!" Then turned around and struck this pose! Yes, I DO have my hands full!
Come back soon for pictures of Egan!
Saturday, October 22, 2011
Glimpses of October
Everson and his best buddy David at the Wooly Bully
Everson and his 2 best buddies, David and Sam...these boys were born within 6ish months of eachother, are homeschooled and go to the same church...thick as thieves!
Armstrong kids all "Texified"
(note Elisha's flip flops...after 2 weeks of intense boot-wearing, he seems to prefer his flip flops)
A cute, but blurry closeup of Baby Egan.
Thursday, September 29, 2011
WAR PAINTED FOR A BALLET DRESS REHEARSAL, " A CLASSIC RENDEZVOUS"
Ballet is a big part of Emma's life.
She will have 4 parts in the Nutcracker this year... all en pointe.
She seems especially excited about her role as the "Kissy Doll".
This year she is teaching ballet classes at the San Angelo Civic Ballet too.
Wednesday, September 28, 2011
8 WEEKS OLD...
Mr Egan is such a joy. He's plumping up. Enjoys his bouncy seat. He just might like the swing, if I can remember to get some batteries, that is. The kids love holding him...except when he is crying. Which tends to be often. When he's not crying, though, he's a complete joy. He's starting to smile and respond to us when we talk to him. And when he crosses his eyes, the kids come unglued LOL Oh, and he has started froth at the mouth and drool. He's also stretching his nighttime sleep out to several hours. Which makes this mommy very, very happy.
Mr Egan is such a joy. He's plumping up. Enjoys his bouncy seat. He just might like the swing, if I can remember to get some batteries, that is. The kids love holding him...except when he is crying. Which tends to be often. When he's not crying, though, he's a complete joy. He's starting to smile and respond to us when we talk to him. And when he crosses his eyes, the kids come unglued LOL Oh, and he has started froth at the mouth and drool. He's also stretching his nighttime sleep out to several hours. Which makes this mommy very, very happy.
Sunday, September 25, 2011
National Museum Day
Yesterday was Free Day at the museums across the country. We have 3 museums in town that participated. Only 1 was interesting to my younger set...the TRAIN MUSEUM.
The Santa Fe Railroad ran right through our town and had a headquarters here for quite a time 'back in the day'. The first floor had some great artifacts from original trains. But upstairs...oh upstairs was where the fun was hiding!
The little kids had never seen so many train displays before. At first, Elisha didn't know what to make of the trains and displays. But after he realized he could look into buildings and see tiny people, he was hooked. Ellie and Everson played I Spy with each display. We had a blast!
Outside, the kids could climb on actual engine cars and the caboose. I went up with them...wowzers, those train conductors must have been skinny folk! The kids can't wait to take Poppy to see the trains when they come back to see us this year.
Yesterday was Free Day at the museums across the country. We have 3 museums in town that participated. Only 1 was interesting to my younger set...the TRAIN MUSEUM.
The Santa Fe Railroad ran right through our town and had a headquarters here for quite a time 'back in the day'. The first floor had some great artifacts from original trains. But upstairs...oh upstairs was where the fun was hiding!
Sunday, September 18, 2011
WOOLY BULLY
For several months now, I have heard via my mother about a rodeo for children held monthly in our town's historic district. My Great Uncle Polo has been telling her that we need to get "those boys of Deja's" in the Wooly Bully. Needless to say, it was NOT something I was going to do during The Summer of 2000 Degree Days, while pregnant. It was supposed to be cooler yesterday, but ended up in the 90s. I couldn't say no to this face...
Or this one...
My mom got the little boys all outfitted in cowboy gear. We've lived here SIX years and our kids finally look the part ;-) Erik and Ellie ended up getting boots too. My mom followed a family tradition in getting the kids boots. My great grandfather used to buy boots for my mom and her brothers. My grandad (mom's dad) passed away this week at the age of 88 and in his memory, my mom bought boots for the kids.
Anyhow, Everson AND Elisha participated in the Bully. Stick Horse Barrel Racing, Boot Scramble, Steer Roping and Mutton Bustin. Actually, Elisha just did Barrel Racing. On a RED wooden horse. He picked it out and watched it all afternoon until it was his turn.
Love love love this picture of Ellie and her very cowbow looking little brother...he looks like he just stepped out of a PBR arena!
My photo regret is not getting a picture of Mutton Bustin. Basically, you but protective headgear and a hard vest on the kid, lay them down on top of a SHEEP and tell them to hold on for dear life while the sheep runs away. Most kids only make it about 10 feet. Everson's sheep fell down.
The surprise of the day...Everson won the All-Around! All the finalists won a belt buckle (Everson's dream!), and he won a trophy! Just now he exclaimed, "I think I'm better at Mutton Bustin than basketball. I wonder when the next rodeo is..." Oh. My. Word...he's been bit by the West Texas Rodeo Bug...there is no antidote... The sweet little girl is AnnMarie. She's my cousin Tulisha's daughter. This is Uncle Polo's granddaughter...I think he wants her to be a rodeo superstar ;-) He also wants to wait a few years and get Everson to start riding broncs...help me.
For several months now, I have heard via my mother about a rodeo for children held monthly in our town's historic district. My Great Uncle Polo has been telling her that we need to get "those boys of Deja's" in the Wooly Bully. Needless to say, it was NOT something I was going to do during The Summer of 2000 Degree Days, while pregnant. It was supposed to be cooler yesterday, but ended up in the 90s. I couldn't say no to this face...
Anyhow, Everson AND Elisha participated in the Bully. Stick Horse Barrel Racing, Boot Scramble, Steer Roping and Mutton Bustin. Actually, Elisha just did Barrel Racing. On a RED wooden horse. He picked it out and watched it all afternoon until it was his turn.
The surprise of the day...Everson won the All-Around! All the finalists won a belt buckle (Everson's dream!), and he won a trophy! Just now he exclaimed, "I think I'm better at Mutton Bustin than basketball. I wonder when the next rodeo is..." Oh. My. Word...he's been bit by the West Texas Rodeo Bug...there is no antidote... The sweet little girl is AnnMarie. She's my cousin Tulisha's daughter. This is Uncle Polo's granddaughter...I think he wants her to be a rodeo superstar ;-) He also wants to wait a few years and get Everson to start riding broncs...help me.
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