The Adventures of Austin

I jotted down little things the kids have done or said over the years and most are pretty funny or just plain cute. Well, I’ve been slacking a lot over the years but decided to pick it back up again…

I jotted down little things the kids have done or said over the years and most are pretty funny or just plain cute. Well, I’ve been slacking a lot over the years but decided to pick it back up again…

I started writing funny or cute incidences for Devin when he was very young. However, in the midst of my terribly busy life, I failed to do the same for Braden. I didn’t start back on these logs until he…
When Devin was first born (all the way back in 2008!), I had started a little log of some of the funny and cute things he did. As new parents, we thought everything was special and adorable. Well, after reading…
I want to explain how proud I am of my three boys: Devin, Braden and Austin. Let’s start with Devin. Devin is going to be 13 in April. And he’s managed to do a lot in his 12 years. First…
We were so excited for this year’s trip. After such a rough year, it was nice to get out of the house. The kids has such a great time! We played Yatzee! and the kids enjoyed the outdoors with several…
2020 has been a difficult year to say the least. We’re lucky to not be directly affected by covid, but this year still had it’s challenges. But instead of dwelling on the negative, let’s think about the positive. And in…
I know, I know. It’s early. Thanksgiving is next week and our Christmas lights are already up. But hear me out. The weather around here can get nasty after Thanksgiving. So we’ve learned over the years that it’s best to…

Again, 2020 has not been a great year. But one of the saddest things we’ve experienced is the lost of our darling Beagle, Bailey. Our first pet as a couple. Our first kid. I am terribly saddened by her death,…

This is a picture I took many years ago and failed to finish the post that went along with it. Well, here it is! One of Braden’s first goals. He deserves recognition. Go, Braden!