The Tale of the Tooth

Walker is in kindergarten.  He's growing up fast, no doubt.  And, I love it.  I love seeing him learn to read and enjoy school.  So fun.  BUT, I got a bit sentimental when he told me that he had a wobbly tooth!  Seriously, is it already time for that?  That's for big kids!!  But, yes…. the boy had a loose tooth and it stayed that way for a long time.

Here's the timeline:

September 4th -- the tooth is wobbly

September 20th - we run into the kids' dentist.  He attempts to pull the tooth, but doesn't want to hurt him.  So, the tooth stays put.

September 25th - Daddy attempts to pull it.

September 27th - Bunny attempts to pull it:

September 28th - Bunny attempts again:

Bunny tried hard and almost had it, but that silly tooth wouldn't budge.  BUT, she did get it a lot looser. Because the next day I received this picture from Walker's teacher:

Yes, finally on September 29th that tooth came out!  It just fell out while Walker was eating lunch.  Super exciting!

The tooth fairy paid Walker a visit.  AND, he already has another loose tooth.  It's a fact, my baby boy is growing up.

Donuts With Dad

We've had a yucky bug around this house for the last three days.  NO fun.  Both kids missed two days of school and were absolutely devastated about it.  

Thankfully, they got to go back today.  And, I'm so glad they did, but it was Donuts with Dad!  They were so excited that Daddy was the one to take them to school and have a donut with them.

Check out these cuties:

Seriously, could she be any cuter or more excited?

Clark said Walker was more excited about playing with his friends!  (that's what happens when you haven't seen everyone in five days!)

And, here's a framer:

Oh my gosh, they are so darn precious!!!!! I love that Daddy could be there with them for a special memory!

Walker's First Play

Wow, we really have a kindergartener!  I can't even explain how much Walker has learned in his first month of school.  We are really, really proud of him.

And, I'm happy to report that we are very pleased with our decision to keep him at PDS.  His teacher, Mrs. Fox, is amazing and continues to build his confidence.

They recently did the play, "What Do Crocodiles Eat for Dinner?".  Mrs. Fox gave Walker the job of introducing it and thanking everyone for coming.  He was sooooooo nervous!  But, he did an amazing job.

Here's a clip of his thank you:

Proud mama! I can't wait to see how much he learns and grows the rest of the year!

Community Classic

I can't believe I haven't blogged about Crossfit yet.  I've been going for almost a year and no blogs.  I'm sure Clark is very proud me of that lack of blogging.  He gets tired of hearing about Crossfit.  I know… it is annoying.  BUT, Crossfit is an exciting way to fitness and it's just a way of life.  

Everyday is different and each and every day I'm pushed to a new challenge.  I'm doing things now that I would have never thought possible.  Hard core weight lifting.  Really?  Seems crazy.  I speak in weird jargon now.  Talking about double unders (jumping rope), the WOD (workout of the day), PRs (personal records) and maxing out.

Crossfit is as much, if not more, mental as it is physical.  It really has made me think about myself differently.  Of course, the ultimate goal is to be thinner and healthier, but it's also about being stronger. One of my coach's (Natalie) always tells me…. you're stronger than you think you are.  I feel like I'm slowly, but surely realizing that.

So, here's a look at weightlifting Deana:

That's not quite my back squat PR of 150 pounds… but, it's close.

Another AMAZING thing about Crossfit…. the friendships and community that I'm a part of.  I found an amazing friend in Sarah. We became fast friends and it's always fun to workout with a friend.  Especially one who pushes you!  And, it's not just Sarah.  Lots of friends, including our coaches.

One of our coaches has to have a hip replacement surgery.  He's 29 years old.  (His injury is due to a car accident years ago, NOT a Crossfit injury).  He has to travel to Denver for this surgery, so to help him with the cost, Crossfit Conore put on a competition to benefit Andrew.  I've never done a competition, but wanted to participate to help my coach.  My favorite partner and I signed up!

It was insanely intimating and scary, but Sarah and I pushed through!  We had two goals.  To NOT come in last and to beat the time cap.  I'm happy to report…. we met both goals!!  We came in more than three minutes under the time cap and we weren't last.

After:

And, here's something really cool.  I had my very own cheering section!!!!

How awesome is that!  Clark knew this competition was important to me, so he and the babes showed up to cheer me on.  (I may be putting words in his mouth, but I think Clark was impressed)

And, here's me and my partner with our favorite coach, Natalie:

Sarah and I really were proud of ourselves.  Again, pushing ourselves mentally and physically. 

Next month will be my one year anniversary with Crossfit Conroe.  There are still so many things that I can't do, but there are so many things that I have accomplished.  It's exciting to think about what will happen in the next year!

Nordstrom is HERE!

Woohoo!  We not have a Nordstrom at the Woodlands Mall.  SOOOO needed.  I have worn the same brand of makeup for 13 years.  I usually make two trips to the Galleria a year… just for makeup.  I was very, very excited to see that Trish McEvoy counter at our new Nordsrom!

Two days before the store officially opened, there was a gala benefitting Texas Children's.  So, a group of us got dressed up and took off to shop!

So fun to have a cocktail while shopping!

We spent a lot of time in the shoe department….

More fun pics….

As you can tell, Bunny, Debra and I all ended up with some shopping bags!

Such a fun night!  Surprisingly enough, I haven't been back.  Soon.  I will be back in that lovely store soon!