Slacker

Hey Kids,
Daddy here. Well, I've been meaning to post for a loong time and just have not got around to it. I've missed a bunch of stuff, not the least of which is Christmas and New years, Al's b-day, new school year, Superbowl, and a million great photos. I'm making a new commitment in 2014 to post more often. So I'll just catch you up on where we are right now.  Just spent a lazy weekend inside since it was pouring rain and mama got sick, how not fair is that?! We are getting ready for the play this year, where Al will play CAPTAIN HOOK!!!! I'm sooo excited and proud of you big guy. You do such a great job every year in the school plays. Jake will be playing one of the lost boys, and I'm sure he'll steal his scenes, like always. And the dang ol stinky will be playing a junior fairy with her bestie, Mackenzie Reagan. Jake also has begun alter serving and has done a great job. Whoever said he'd burn down the church has been dead wrong (so far)! Anywho, you guys are such a joy for mom and me, even tho we seem stressed out all the time and sometimes don't seem that fun. Trust me when I say, we'd rather have things exactly the way they are than any other thing in the entire world. We love you guys so much. I'll post again soon......swear.

I love you guys,

Daddy

The Little Mermaid

Hi Kids, Daddy here. Well St Joesph School put out their annual musical and this year it was, "The Little Mermaid". The boys both wanted bigger parts and tried out and Jake nabbed the role of  a seagull and Alex snagged what I believe to be the best part in the whole play! The role of Sebastian! I called Texas Rob to tell him and he was super excited for Alex. And by super excited, I mean he said, "Well good for him." with that slow southern drawl that he has. Anyway, Mom got to see it twice and I got to see the special Friday night show and dinner. Most of the family was there for the big night. Grammie & Papa, Tia & Uncle PP, Grandma and Mom and I. Father George and even Bishop Soto were there too! Alex worked long and hard on his Jamaican accent and did such a great job with the accent and the part. We were so proud! You killed it, boy! Papa said after the show, "Man I can't take 2 steps without someone telling me how great he was." Jake just about stole the show as the highlight of all the gulls and his "Squuuaaaakkk." Mom and I had a great time and are so proud of you guys. We love you so much.

Daddy

Seabass addresses king Triton

Alex as Sebastian

Madhouse

Hi Kids,
Daddy here. You know, sometimes when I update the Blog I have an important event to cover, like a birthday or anniversary or something (Mom and I celebrated #14 a few weeks back). But sometimes, just sometimes, we have an entry like today. The other night, nothing special was happening and I decided to shoot a little video. This :45 clip cracks me up soo much, because it's a such a great example of why this family is so great. Enjoy.

I love you guys,

Daddy

Madhouse

Hi Kids,
Daddy here. You know, sometimes when I update the Blog I have an important event to cover, like a birthday or anniversary or something (Mom and I celebrated #14 a few weeks back). But sometimes, just sometimes, we have an entry like today. The other night, nothing special was happening and I decided to shoot a little video. This :45 clip cracks me up soo much, because it's a such a great example of why this family is so great. Enjoy.

I love you guys,

Daddy

The Midway of Fun

Hi Kids,
Daddy here. After all that we've had going on latley it was time for some relaxation. What better a place to to do that than the annual Mansfield family tradition of.....The Midway of Fun!! It rained the whole time we were there, but we didn't let that stop up from having a blast! 

Awww Dad! It's all wet!!

SteveO is all set for the Flying Bobs!

Alex and Jake ran the Indiana Jones obstacle course about 1009987 times and loved it and started timing themselves. We had a great time, next year Iz will come with us! I love you guys,

Daddy

Jesus

Hi Kids,

Daddy here. In April, Daddy was asked by Father George to play Jesus in the Passion play at Church. I got a lot of very nice compliments from people. After the Passion play the next week was Holy Week and Daddy got confirmed and welcomed into the Catholic church, so no more folding me me either! We went to Church Thursday, Friday & Saturday. Lots of Church that week, lol. I love you guys.

Daddy

Izzy's Nice Pictures

Hi Kids,
Daddy here. So we're getting ready to go for a walk the other day and I asked Izzy to take a nice picture for Tutu. Then, this happened.

Seriously!? Look at that tongue! Anyway, after we got to the park I insisted she take a nice photo and she sure did.

That's my girl. What a cutie. I love you guys.

Daddy