Sons are a heritage from the Lord, children a reward from Him. Psalms 127:3

Monday, July 25, 2011

Baby Sprinkle

It's an exciting time for my Mom's side of the family. My cousin Meghan is expecting her son Grady in August, my cousin Julia is expecting a baby in October, my cousin J's wife Erin is expecting a baby girl in November and Charlie and I are expecting in December. My mom, my Aunt Janice and I decided to throw Meghan, Julia and Erin a baby sprinkle/party. Here are a few pictures from the fun get-together!!




The ADORABLE cake my cousin Kristi made!! She included 4 babies (one for my baby too!!)

Julia, Erin and Meghan






Some of the party goers!!



All the gifts!!


The cute babies from the top of the cake. Isn't Kristi SO talented!



Julia opening some gifts!





All the girls opening gifts. My sweet family even got me some presents even though the shower was not for me!!

Wednesday, July 13, 2011

Camping at Jellystone



This year our family took a vacation to Jellystone Park in Waller, Texas. My parents bought a travel trailer in late spring so we decided to try out this camp grounds because we heard it was GREAT for small children. We were not disappointed. They have 2 pools, a mini waterpark for the smaller kids and 2 big slides. They also have mini-golf, a petting zoo, an outdoor movie theater, karaoke, a fishing lake, craft center and visits with Yogi Bear, Boo Boo Bear and Cindy Bear. We had a lot of fun at Jellystone.

They had rv, camper and tent sites but they also had these cute cabins to rent. We stayed in a "Cindy Cabin."




Boo Boo Bear


Yogi Bear




Miller rode on the BIG Slide!! Yikes!! But he LOVED it!!





I thought rule #3 and #4 were funny.
Miller, Daddy & Uncle Marsh waiting in line for the loopy slide!

Sunday, June 19, 2011

Happy Father's Day 2011

Happy Father's Day to all the Dads in our life. We love you so much and appreciate all you do for our family!!


Charlie's Dad-Pawpaw, Charlie and Jack
Daddy and Miller


My Daddy and me at a Pep Rally probably in 1981!!

Tuesday, June 14, 2011

Happy 8th Anniversary!

Eight years ago today Charlie and I were married. It's been the best 8 years of my life! We now have 2 boys and another baby on the way. Life is crazy but wonderful. I feel so blessed to have my husband and boys. Thank you God for Charlie and the life we have made together!

Friday, June 10, 2011

Back to Blogging

Hey World I'm trying to get back into blogging. Sorry I haven't posted in a LONG time but life has been crazy. I started working a full time job in August and just haven't had a lot of spare time to blog. After working for 9 months I have decided to go back to being a stay-at-home mom until I can get back into teaching. So here are a a few pictures from the spring.

My Mom and Miller


Check out Jack's curls!!


A rare occasion when Miller is doing Hook 'Em!! He's already been brainwashed by my Aggie family members!




Little Brother/Big Brother!

Relay for Life in McKinney!! Love You Manda!!


Happy Easter!


In other exciting news the Genella Family is going from 4 to 5. The initial news came as a SURPRISE to us but we are super excited to welcome a new baby in late December. It's going to be CRAZY at our house but we are looking forward to it and are trying to "THINK PINK!!!"

Monday, January 10, 2011

Family Pictures 2010

We had family pictures done for our Christmas cards/Jack's 1 year/Miller's 3rd. The day was nice but my boys were both in grouchy moods. The majority of the shoot Jack cried and Miller squirmed and smirked at the camera. I just knew NONE of the pictures would turn out nice but when I got the cd back I was pleasantly surprised. Now, I will admit some of the pictures were not great but the photographer lady got lots of good shots too. Some of the ones I am posting are my favorites and some are just funny. I love my family!!
Jack Jack!!
Miller Man

I LOVE this picture of my boys feet.
I know this one is not great but I just LOVE Jack's smirk!!
He looks like he is up to no good!!
Check out Mr. Curls!!
This is what happens when you ask Miller to smile.
He does this weird squint thing but it is still pretty cute!!
NOT HAPPY!!
Both boys are unhappy in this one but I thought it was funny!
This one cracks me up because Jack is about to fall asleep and Miller is being a little TOOT!!!
Brotherly Love or something like that!!!
We found a FROG to entertain the boys!!
I love this picture of my boys!
Let me explain this picture. The lady that took our family pictures found this frog in the grass. She thought if she showed it to Miller maybe he would cooperate a little bit better. Let's just say NEITHER boys were doing much cooperating during this photo shoot. She was so patient with my difficult boys. She even let the frog crawl on her camera and on her arm. Miller thought it was hilarious and it got him to smile in a few shots!!