Another Update & Cute Pictures

Update...Jared did not get the job :( Right now he is taking a class to get his emergency certification to teach in the public schools. He isn't very hopeful in finding a job for teaching History though. He has talked to others who have their bachelors degree in History and they can't find a job. Right now there is a high need for Math and Science. As of now.... we will press on and work on another back up plan......

Daddy is about to go to his class for the day and Cal is getting ready for a dip in his baby pool.


Cute pictures after a bath.

Father's Day

We celebrated Jared's first Father's Day with all kinds of fun! Calvin gave his Daddy a book and cherry Jelly Bellys... Daddy's favorite! Mommy made waffles and we spent the afternoon with Grandpa Brown and the family. Last week Cal and Liam had so much fun taking A&M pictures for Grandpa! Somehow we didn't get a picture of Grandpa with the kids today :( Also, Cal crawled up the stairs today for the first time! Don't worry, Daddy was right behind him :)

Toilet Paper Anyone?

Jared Update

Jared had a follow up interview on Tuesday that went very well. He was suppose to hear back from them this week, but we haven't recieved a call yet. Just today Jared found out they are still working on it since one of the decision makers is out of town, so they will let him know next week. God sure is teaching us patience with this!

10 months old and Daddy's 29th birthday!!

Yesterday Cal and Daddy celebrated special days together! Cal is 10 months... big boy! I can't believe he will be 1 year old in August. Jared turned 29 yesterday, it's weird he's almost 30! These days Cal is responding to so much. He can kiss, clap, hug, wave hi or bye and the latest- dance!

Summer Time

Summer has begun yet the only thing that makes it feel like summer for me is the Texas heat! I am taking 10 hours of school... so lots of studying! Jared's mom, Cindy, is wonderful to watch Cal for me 3 mornings a week so I can get consistent studying done. There are days when Cal takes great 2 hour naps, and other days only 45 minutes. Jared is working part time at a summer camp in Grapevine driving the bus for field trips. He also has a follow up interview with Colleyville Christian Academy on Tuesday for a bible and coaching position.... let's pray it happens!! I feel like God continues to test us with this job thing, but it is comforting to know that God always takes care of His children.... so it will work out. I have to keep telling myself that when I stop trusting in God's promises to us. All in all it's a good summer so far! Here are some pics from this past week.


Cal is getting more teeth! The only one that has broken through is one on top.... pretty cute!


Cal and I had fun playing outside in this Texas heat.


Cal loves to crawl and pull up on everything! He's found the funniest spots to put himself in.... crazy kid.

If you look close you can see Cal's hair is getting longer.... it's almost a rat-tail again!

Growing Up!

Calvin really grew up this weekend. That kind of sounds silly when he is only 9 1/2 months old, but it's true! He learned to drink from a straw cup, went to sleep without his pacifier, and used is walker today. It is so neat to see him grow into a little toddler! He'll be walking and running before we know it!!

Kenz and Cal Fun

Kenzie and Calvin had fun hanging out at Grammie and PopPop's house. Grammie has turned their garage into an awesome play area.....

Kenz going up the slide.


Cal having fun at the water table.


Kenzie somehow ended up with both blankets... sweet picture.

Bubble time!

San Antonio

Jared and I had a great trip to San Antonio. We stayed at the Hyatt, which is right on the Riverwalk. Our exciting 2 night trip included:
-The Alamo.... I was not pumped but Jared wanted to go
-Laying by the pool
-Sleeping in.... only till 7 or 7:30... Cal has us on a schedule!
-Lots of walking around the Riverwalk.... early morning was the best time because it wasn't busy
-Watched some movies... Grand Torino and X-Men: Origins
-Afternoon nap
-Lots and lots of eating.... never a lack of restaurants on the Riverwalk!

Jared and I decided we definitely need a little trip like this once year. Even if it's just to down town Fort Worth. It was so nice to spend time together and not think about Cal's schedule!

Kenz and Cal pictures

My mom had professional pictures taken of Kenz and Cal on Sunday. We won't have them all for two weeks, but go the link below and you can scroll down and see a few. Too cute!!!

http://brandylewisphotography.wordpress.com/

What's Going On.....

I finished up work on Thursday... yeah! It was a great year and I'm going to miss the kids I worked with. This next year I will be at a different school so I can get specific clinical hours for my graduate degree.
Yesterday Jared has an interview at the school he really wants to work at. They have a coaching and bible position available. He feels pretty good about it, but we will see.
After Jared's interview we headed to Austin to see my family. We went straight to my sister's place so we could see our adorable niece. We babysat her while Kristen & Dennis, Grammie & PopPop went to a wedding. Kenzie is so much fun!! She can communicate so much now. She loves to read, play, pet Calvin and steal toys from him... then he steals them right back... what a good pair :) She likes to watch Barney, but Cal wasn't too interested. All in all, Kenzie was great last night, though her Cousin Cal was a mess. I think sleeping at a new place made it hard on him.
This morning Jared and I will be heading to San Antonio for a getaway weekend! Cal will stay with Grammie and PopPop for the weekend. He should have fun! I am borrowing my sister's camera, so plenty of pics to come!