Fireproof

"Fireproof" is the new movie out September 26. It comes from the same church in Georgia that created the movie "Facing the Giants." "Fireproof" deals with marriages and how difficult they can be. Kirk Cameron and Erin Bethea are the lead characters.
On Sunday, my parent's church (FBC Edmond, Oklahoma) started a new series called "Why women love Jesus." Erin Bethea gave a 15 minute testimony to start off the series. I didn't realize who she was until after watching the trailer of the movie in church. She had a minor role in "Facing the Giants" and is the lead actress in "Fireproof." She works in Orlando for Disney World at her dream job acting in one of the shows. (She wouldn't divulge too much information about it.) By the way, did you realize that the actors don't get paid in this movie? They have no idea how well it will do! God blessed her by opening up doors for her to get her dream job that wouldn't have opened up otherwise.
I am excited about seeing the movie! David and I enjoyed the first movie and I'm sure we'll enjoy this one, too. Mom & Dad said it was a great movie and recommends any marriage in trouble see it. Don't get any ideas - we aren't in trouble just like see a good christian movie. :)

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Dinosaurs!

Last Monday, we drove to Glen Rose to see all of the dinosaurs! It was a hot day and everyone made it through all of the heat We started at the actual dinosaur tracks left at Dinosaur Valley State Park. The water was nice and cool. Drew was the one with dry diapers packed but John David is the one who kept falling into the nice cool river. :) Crossing a river holding a 21 month old and a camera is not easy. Drew wanted to do everything his brother did - puddles, wading, climbing, etc. After falling in, John David never complained about being hot.



Afterwards we went to Dinosaur World to see all of these dinosaurs outside. It was really neat & fascinating! Drew fell asleep thankfully after some screaming. Kenny (our resident Creation geru/expert) was able to point out the false information scientists believe about dinosaurs. It was quite the learning experience. We disagreed with the dates and some of the so called evidence of the life of dinosaurs. Thank you, Kenny!

John David got to visit the huge store and let Grandma buy him a new dino egg that hatched over the next 48 hours in water. I think Mom may have gotten him some dinos for later, too. ;)

First Day of School

Well, the new school year has come fast! The boys and I headed to our first official day of preschool this morning. We left very early since we missed the last two days because of John David's fever last week. John David has Ms. Chrsiti this year and Drew has Mrs. Stephanie and I am teaching one of the four year old classes. John David seemed ready but not too sure about his teacher. He wanted Ms. Kristina from last year. After I talked to Christi later, she says he talks all the time to her (when I am not around). Drew had a good time today, too. Although when I walked by his room at one point he had pushed a chair to the table and was climbing to lay down on the table. I had a stressful day filled with anxiety. I had a new age group and didn't feel confident in my lesson plans or schedule. Did I mention my room wasn't finished? I made it through the day and stuck to my original schedule and some of my plans but decided to change things for Thursday.

Here is John David with Ms. Christi.

Here is Drew with Mrs. Stephanie.

Here is Drew when we were changing his clothes tonight. He wanted his shirt off but it got caught on his head. He thought he was so cute with his "hat" showing it off to everyone at home.

Here John David with a silly face. He doesn't usually ask for his picture to be taken!

Move over Aunt CC

John David has a new woman in his life! Grandma has come into town! When she first arrived on Friday, it took John David about 30 minutes to talk to her but he hasn't stopped since then. Every meal involves her, every minute of playing involves her. He even went grocery shopping with us today so he could be with Grandma! We went to Walmart today to get something for lunch & John David has been dying to spend his money (coin change) collected from his grandfather over the past few months. I suggested buying a small (cheap) Hot Wheels car but that is not what he found. He found a pirate ship and wouldn't stop thinking about it. She made sure he got it. ;) Grandma was with him so John David "paid" for it with her help. They have had a blast playing with it all day!

Drew hasn't been left out. She has spent many minutes keeping up with the toddler who is constantly talking and on-the-go!

Grandpa hasn't been forgotten either. Drew is fascinated with his beard and constantly touching it. Grandpa has been adding to the pirates treasure of coins. Everyone has been playing the Wii, too.

Monsters?

"Mommy, why does God make bad people?", asked John David yesterday. I answered, "God doesn't create bad people but people make bad choices. You and I make choices everyday - some are good and some are bad." He then asks, "Why does God make monsters?"

What do you say?

Dallas Cowboys

David called me Wednesday very excited because he had gotton two tickets to the preseason Cowboys game against the Texans. I was OK with it. The Cowboys aren't my favorite - I prefer hockey but I thought I would go anyway. It is the last season of Texas Stadium. David called me about an hour later to assure me I didn't have to go. I wanted to go because it was Parent's Night Out at our church and I was looking forward to a date night with my husband! David told me Kristin and Adrian were also going. I was in after he mentioned those two names. I enjoy hanging out with his co-workers.

We met at OTB for apps before heading to the game (all 4 of us). We were on the goal line about 38 rows up. It was very hot & sticky but we had a great time. We arrived towards the end of the first quarter and stayed until the end of the third quarter. We went back to OTB for more food. David and Adrian sat next to each other because they like to watch football and not talk to each other during a play. Kristin and I enjoyed talking during a play and it didn't bother us. We all had a wonderful time.

I am looking forward to hockey starting up in October. Go Avalanche & Stars!

Playdate

Last Wednesday we had a playdate at the Gilbert's. We had a great time playing outside-painting, driving cars, snacking, getting sandy, sliding, and hitting the ball with a bat. Oh, I forgot coloring! The boys prefered playing with cars while the girls finger painted! It was cute to see the differences. ;) Drew showed everyone how loud he could be by yelling at me most of the time. He wanted me to see him climb and hit the ball repeatedly. He is very loud! John David had fun to playing with toys but wanted to go inside most of the time. Thanks for hosting, Lisa!