The Truong Twins Arrive!

Dzung, Xiu, and big brother Nicky welcomed twins, Lilyanne (bottom) and Lucas (top) on December 8th. Big sister, Lilyanne, was born one minute before Lucas. She was 5lbs 7 oz and he was 6lbs 5 oz. We're so happy that they are doing great and can't wait to see everyone when we visit for Christmas next week. Congratulations to Dzung and Xiu!!!!

Santa Cow

We went to Chick-fil-A on Saturday to see Santa Cow and Amy and Natalie met us there. Of course, Bodi and Natalie were scared to death but Emma jumped right in. Although she told me later that the cow was a little "creepy". I guess a 7ft tall cow dressed as Santa was a little weird. We're having breakfast with Santa at their school on Saturday, hopefully, Bodi and Natalie won't be too scared and we can get a good picture.

It's the Most Wonderful Time of the Year....

We finally got the Christmas tree up last week. We waited for the perfect time so the kids could join the fun but they did not get excited as we thought. I guess they decided it was "work" and went off to play. Bryan and I got the tree up and trimmed, and got emotional seeing all the ornaments from the past. We realized how fast time goes by and dread the year we trim the tree after the kids are grown and leave home. Until then, we'll do our best to keep our family traditions alive and make each year memorable.

Santa's little helper - We found the Santa costume while going through some of the boxes. Bodi loved the costume and even wanted to wear it to school the next day.

Thanksgiving

We traveled to Eastern Arkansas and Northwest Mississippi to visit Bryan's family for Thanksgiving. We don't get to see them as much as we would like, so we cherish every minute. The kids had such a great time in the country and enjoyed having lots of room to run and play.

Emma posing, as usual, Bodi's not into it.

Emma and Papaw Jack having a chat.

Emma and her cousins, Cheznie, Carson, and Buck having fun on the swing.

Emma, with Cheznie and Carson, stomping figs.

Emma, Carson, McKenzie, Cheznie, and Bodi

Thanks to everyone for making this trip so wonderful, we miss you all so much!

Christmas Pictures

We had our 2008 Christmas pictures yesterday. The kids did great and we were able to get some great pictures. Later this week, we'll make our trip to Eastern Arkansas for Thanksgiving with Bryan's family. We can't wait to see everyone!

Our little models...

Emma is such a "girly girl", she spotted the pink boa and just had to
try it on. Of course, we had to take some pics.

Emma's First Gymnastics Meet

Emma had her first gymnastics meet last Sunday. This was a practice meet to get the kids ready for competition season next year. Emma is part of the TNT1 class, composed of just 3 girls. She participated in 4 events - vault, floor exercise, bars, and balance beam. I was afraid that she would be shy in front of the crowd but she did great. The girls were not given scores since it was a practice meet, instead, they were given "comments". She received great comments from the judges and continues to practice.

Emma and her teammates. She's on the front row, fourth from the right.

The TNT1's - Lacy, Emma, and Katie

Emma during her beam exercise.

Emma's bar exercise.

Bodi's 2nd Birthday Party (Take 2)

We were able to celebrate Bodi's Birthday during the Starrs, Ngoi, and Ngoi Ba's visit. Bodi had a great time and the kids had a blast spending time with each other.

A trip down memory lane.....

Bodi makes his debut at 8lbs 1oz on October 20, 2006

Bodi turns ONE

I can't believe my baby boy is getting so big!