The Henegar Family: August 2008

Oh Deer!

Tony and I have recently been fighting a battle to keep both of our kids well for 6 weeks now - everything from pink-eye to strep throat - downside to daycare. I decided to get them both out of the house one Saturday afternoon since Allison was getting a little cranky from being cooped up, so we picked up Aunt Taylor and we went to Hueston Woods to see the deer. Allison was so excited that she was going to see the deer. The last time we went, they were lying out of sight and probably didn't much feel like visiting a 3 year old yelling "Deeeeeer! Come out deer!" - she was so upset that she didn't get to see them and talked about "deers not coming out!" for weeks!

This time we could see them, but once again they didn't seem interested in seeing us. As soon as we turned to leave, one got up and started walking over and the rest followed. Allison loved feeding them crackers even though see was a little hesitant at first.

Growing Pains

My youngest sister Taylor:

I'm not sure where the time has gone, but Taylor is now 12 years old and started her first day of 7th grade yesterday. I feel like she was just a toddler a couple of years ago! I remember waking up with her in the middle of the night - b/c she was a colic baby - taking her into my room and letting her fall asleep on my chest. I was in high school then...16 years old!

I just wanted to take time to say:

Taylor,

I want you to know I'm very proud of you, your accomplishments and who you've become. You've grown into a smart and beautiful young lady that I'm proud to have as a sister and aunt to my children. You bring happiness to the people around you with your witty sense of humor and smiling personality. You're always a great help to me with the kids - They love Aunt Tay-Tay! - and I appreciate you for that. I'm thankful that you're my sister and it's been hard watching you grow up so fast. Just remember that you're never too old to be loved on by your sisters! We love you fully and unconditional just the way you are, so don't change for anyone!

You're growing up...but you're still our little sister!

Love,

Kristin

A Weekend in Indy

Tony and I took the kids up to Indy this past weekend so they could enjoy the Indianapolis Children's Museum. We met up with some friends and their kids Saturday and spent the night in a hotel and went to the museum the next morning. This is Allison with her daddy enjoying the pool at the hotel. She loves the water and wants so desperately to be able to swim on her own!

Allison digging for dinos...