Josh and Jaxon attended the November Cub-n-One at the McGimsey Scout Park this month. I don't think either one realized how much work it was going to be. All campsites were at least a mile from the parking area and for those who didn't have a wagon to haul their equipment, that was a long walk. (We don't have a wagon) Imagine Josh with a 70 lb. tent, a suitcase with sleeping bags and lanterns, an air mattress (you would take that too!) a cooler and two backpacks, not to mention a 7 yr.old! They did so many things that Jaxon earned 6 belt loops and a patch for marksmanship. They had an awesome time and Jaxon can't wait to go again. (There is one this month too.) For all who would love a good story, call Josh and ask him about his extra tent mate! Boy did he get in trouble!!!!!!!!!

Who would have thought that at 83 my Grandmother would be in rehab and then get in bed with my husband?! Sounds like a Jerry Springer show, doesn't it? Mimi will be staying with us for a little bit. She was injured in a car wreck and has had a short stint in RIOSA here in San Antonio. She is becoming quite self sufficient and hopes to get back to Abilene as soon as possible. (We want her through Christmas, but she is the Queen Bee and will make up her own mind.)

This is my latest creation. I have to say, I received the best compliment on this cake. I made it for a friend who loves to hunt. He joked about a dead deer being on the cake, so I thought "What the heck!". This fella is a private, reserved person. One who once told me,"Do not call me honey, baby or sweetie. You aren't my wife." He liked his cake so much, he gave me a hug! That is the whole point of doing cakes. It makes other people happy. THANK YOU FOR AN AWESOME TUESDAY FRIEND!!!!! p.s. Notice the awesome blood pool under the deer's head. Cool huh?!

The Nifty Fifties

Skye and Jaxon had the "50th" day at school last Tuesday. There is nothing I enjoy more than a challenge, so when Skye came home on Monday and asked if I could make a poodle skirt, you bet I said yes! I whipped it up in just under 5 hours. Thank goodness Jax had an easy costume! It was fun and both my kids are beyond adorable. (I'm not braggin',I'm honest)

Since Josh and Jax have a Cub Scout camp out next weekend, we thought we would practice in the back yard. We set the tent up, made a fire, ate "cowboy bean, hard tack and well water" and did some sleeping. Ok I will admit to being under the weather and only making it until 10:00 PM., but Josh and the kids made it all night. IT WAS COLD!!!!!!! Hope you like the pictures.

Halloween Pictures! Again, you will notice that Josh didn't want to dress up! Well, I am gonna change that next year! We all piled into Uncle Grumpy's pickup for a hayride around the neighborhood. Some of the neighborhood kids joined in. All I can say is, we have enough candy to last the year through. (PS -- Uncle Grumpy is my brother Marc)

Pumpkin carving time!!!! They both did an excellent job on carving this year!