The Zoo

The Zoo Was Fabulous!

It totally lived up to my expecatations except for a few slow walkers and too many heat complaints! We are in Houston, yeah, it's hot!


For some reason I remember it bigger, I'm glad its not, but crazy enough I kinda felt like "that's it"? I know Addison on the other hand was totally overwhelmed with every moment being filled with a new experience! We started off in the Aquarium, she was so excited staring into the glass as fish passed by! She screamed and ran in place to show her enthusiasm!


Next, it was onto the birds... not so cool... and the hooved animals... again not real exciting, but Addison pressed on intently, like she new there was something amazing ahead!


We got to the Childrens' Zoo which was probably the best part! They have a small water park Addison would have enjoyed if we had her bathing suit, and they have a petting zoo full of sheep. There is a little covered park area and other random animals in this part as well.

So, below is Addison checking out one of God's other beautiful creechers!

"How you doin'?"

They were both totally flirting with each other! Daddy didn't see it, thank goodness!

We were sure to see the elephants and giraffes. The monkeys were okay, but anything you have to try to find in a cage, loses our attention pretty quickly!

BTW- the gift shop is great too!!

We were all exhausted and ready for a nap by noon! Josh and I have decided to make this a yearly tradition!

~Thanks Ashlee~

Oh Yeah, I meant to personally thank Ashlee for helping me get out of the mundane! I am sorry if any of you are still there, but try to spice up your page! Ask Ashlee if you need help!

It's the Weekend!

I am so excited the weekend is here! Not that I had a bad week, just a full one! Saturday we are going to the Houston zoo! That's right, Addison's first time at the zoo! Are we crazy for taking her at such a young age? She is only 16 months, but she is so observant and interested in the world around (except for when it comes to learning her countries)! She loves animals (she calls most of them puppy) and she has been learning names and sounds, so what a perfect weekend event, especially since the weather is supposed to be wonderful (still hot, but no rain) and she gets to share this new experience with her Mimi, Abuelita and Papa Joe! Can't wait to share the pictures! Have a great Memorial day weekend!

The Office

I love my job! There are so many cool things about what I do, I plan on sharing them periodically! Today, you are going to get a look into where I work! Yes, about 1/3 of the time I am out on job sites or meeting with vendors, but the other 2/3's I am here... in the building shown below!

This is not your typical office building! That is why I love it! It is an old warehouse conversion, there is a residence, architect's office and another office that I have not fgured out exactly what they do... and Croix Custom Homes! We are right off of Main street just past the Univeristy of Houston downtown Campus (Just in case someone wants to bring lunch!!!). About 3 minutes from Minute Maid Park.

This is kinda embarassing, but its' my desk! Guess I was busy the day I took the picture! Excuse the mess! We actually just put another little table behind my desk to give me some more work space... I promise it's not always like this. Half the time I am in the showroom (not pictured) with buyers or putting together the Spec houses.

Later, I will post some pictures of our current projects!

I know you can't wait! Thanks for acting interested!

Pics From Mother's Day

Thought I'd share some pictures from our trip to Oklahoma for Mother's day. It was hard not having mom for the occasion, but it was so good to share this day together. I am incredibly blessed with a wonderful family!

Here are all the kiddo's! It was pretty hard to get a good one!

Me, Josh and Addison

Dad, and the Wilfong kids
(miss you mom)

Donut Hole Theif

This morning I decided to treat myself to donut holes! Yes, there is a Shipley's right next to Addison's school, and every day I pass by thinking "I'd like a donut, but maybe someone brought them to work today", and every day, there are never donuts waiting for me at work... so I was tired of getting my hopes up and being let down... that is why I treated myself today!

Upon arriving at work, I am greeted by our office cat. This happens pretty much on a daily basis, but today she wanted me to share what-ever was giving off that heavenly scent from within the paper bag. I sat down and shooed her away, but she wouldn't leave! She really thought I was going to share my donuts!

Leave it to this crazy kitty to get what she wants on her own! I went to go check the fax machine and when I got back, found her with her head and paw in the bag fishing out a donut hole. I was too late grabbing my camera and taking a picture of the kitty thief in action, but I sure did get one of her enjoying one of MY donut holes... Guess I will have to get a full donut next time- donut holes are the perfect size and weight for kitty-theifs that like donuts!

Reason #237 to have a kid

So there are many perks to having kids. Of coarse, the overwhelming love towards another human being and their love reciprocated is a wonderful feeling, as well as the pride in their achievements big or small... but there are other little things you don't exactly think about before the baby is out of the tummy. No I am not talking about the tax deduction for children, I am talking about the fact that most restaurants have a "kids eat free" night one day of the week! This is the best! I don't know why I am just now figuring this out. As a full-time worker, I don't go home and cook. I hate dishes, and honestly I hate cooking in my tiny kitchen with no counter space... so needless to say, we eat out quite a bit!
Last night, Josh and I enjoyed dinner on the patio at Ninfas. We were enjoying the evening when Josh looked up at the marquis and found that Addison would be eating for free that night. He looked at the children's menu and decided she would probably like the chicken fingers.

We liked the chicken fingers in addition to our shared plate of fajita nachos (Addi enjoyed them too)!

I need to figure out all the restaurants that have this deal, and what nights it occurs- dinner plans now depend on where and when Addi (and mommy & daddy) can eat free!!