Friday, August 17, 2012

The all American sport

Preston got to go to a Cardinals game, and loved it. Of course Papaw spoiled him rotten :) Preston came home talking about how the Cardinals lost, but he wanted them to win. He also talked about how the kiss cam that would show people on the screen and they would have to kiss, but some people didn't do it. His favorite souvenir was Fred Bird that he is holding in the picture below.  Papaw also bought him a base ball bat and ball and so far Preston has loved hitting the ball in the yard. 



                                        What game is complete with out an overpriced hot dog!

Friday, August 10, 2012

Illinois visit at a glance

Preston had a fun time picking tomato's and cucumbers in Nana's garden. 
Papaw taught Preston how to play baseball before they went to the Cardinals game. I'll post pics of the Cardinals game when I get them off Papaws camera.

 Fun times meeting up with Granny (Tim's grandmother) It had been almost 3 years since Preston last saw her. She is 89 years old and as sweet as can be.
 Fun times with cousins. The girl holding Isabella is also named Isabella. They are 2nd cousins to Tim.

 I have said it before that Isabella is a total mama's girl. However, she found a friend in Papaw. She has loved being held by him. Actually he is probably one of few people that she will let hold her while I'm in the room.
 Always good times on the Ranger out at the shed and more fun with cousins
 Amers and Bella bonding and getting to know each other. Amy was the first family member Bella met after she we born.
 Water fights to keep cool in the hot summer weather.

 Of course a photo shoot with PaPaws fire hat on the fire truck.




 Nana has been so gracious to cook so many meals for us. We have had  a blast reconnecting with family and eating some good all American food.
                                                                    Out at the cabin
No trip to Papaws would be complete without catching fish. Actually Preston decided to just watch after he threw in his line and caught Tim's leg instead. He kept count of who caught the most fish. Nana and Papaw tied with 6, Kyle 2 (but quit early), Jamie 4, and Tim with ZERO thats right folks NONE. Better luck next time Tim :)