Horses and Hayrides

In honor of Grandpa Lambert's birthday last week, here are some pictures of his newest hobby:
Prince and Barney.
It has been his dream for years to own a team of horses like these.
Even though we were freezing,
we all bundled up, drank hot chocolate and went for a good old-fashioned hay ride.
Great times!
Thanks Grandpa Lambert for the fun rides.

Winter Weather?

Yesterday and today we have been taking advantage of the uncharacteristically warm January weather. Last week we had an ice storm and early next week they call for highs in the teens. So, outside we go while the weather is in the SEVENTIES!

What?!?

I'm sure everyone has given up on me ever updating this poor, neglected blog, but finally I feel like I can take a moment and record some of the goings on in the Lambert home.

I will break the bloggin' silence with a couple Anna quotes.

She had gotten a present from her Awana leaders that included a party hat and had it on her head as we piled in the car to take Jake to preschool. I never know what in the world that sweet girl is going to be wearing (at least she was fully clothed), so I let it go. I asked her to do something and she replied:

"Sure I can, Mommy! I have a party on my head!"

Another quote from a car ride, out of the clear blue:

"Oh, I wish I were a hot dog.....

or a witch."

I have to explain just a bit. :) This was during her "Wizard of Oz" phase. She really likes Glenda, the good witch. After I gasped and said *why* do you want to be a witch (as if wanting to be a hot dog makes sense)?? She explained she wanted to do nice things for all of our family and wear a really pretty poofy dress. Phew! I felt a little better about her wanting to be a good witch. :)
Oh, our little Anna! You sure keep us entertained.

What a Night

We decided to stay home from the Sterling College game tonight. Since Caleb had a game 45 minutes away this morning, we thought it sounded good to watch the game on the internet instead. We went to Chuck's office with Betsy and Jodi and had a good time watching the game on the projector. The kids all donned their warrior gear and we took our snacks and candy and pretended we were there.
It was a close game. We left in the fourth quarter to watch/listen at home. We got home and turned the radio on while I tried to get the live stream on the computer. As I was setting it up, I heard two scary-loud booms. We could NOT figure out what they were. I looked outside to discover fireworks being shot off over the lake. I can't for the life of me figure out why a whole show of fireworks was happening on September 25 (we guessed they had to use them up by a certain time since they didn't use them on the Fourth, but no idea for sure), but the three younger kids took advantage of our great view from inside. They pulled up chairs at the front door and ooooh-ed and aaaah-ed. In the middle of the fireworks, the game really started heating up. I was going back and forth between trying to get the computer to cooperate to the elated kids watching a fireworks display in September all the while listening to the game blaring on the radio. In the midst of everything I looked over to see my poor eldest son in agony on the floor silently rooting on "his team."He is such a football/Warrior/Dad fan. He could hardly take it. We did end up with a disappointing loss, but not from the lack of will of a certain 9-year-old!

Dream Come True

Ever since this boy was a teeny tiny thing, he has dreamed of being big enough to be in the game.
He has had the privilege that many kids his age haven't to be in the action, at practice and on the sidelines during games.
This year is the year that he gets to strap on "real" pads and play the game himself!
Even though it is just at the third grade level, he feels like he has hit the "big time!" He is having so much fun even practicing because he is able to tackle someone hard and not get in trouble for it!!Caleb and his good friend, Moises. They are trying to look tough but their cute smiles snuck through.Caleb and some of his teamates. They're so cute, I mean tough!

Cubby Buddies

Not only was it Jake's first day of preschool yesterday, it was also the kick-off night for Cubbies. Both kids were SO excited, but Jake had other things to take his mind off of it and, after all, he was an old pro since he went last year. Anna, however, finally felt like a big kid being included in Awana! She woke up a little before 7:00 and right away had to get her Cubbies vest on. She wore it proudly all day.


.They really are good buddies!

Football Practice Galore!

This week is finally "game week" and oh, are we ready! I don't know if the coaches or players are, but after four weeks of practices (for Caleb and Chuck) we are ready to watch the games!! Here are a few (more) pictures of the college practices.Our niece, Culley enjoying the nice day.
Jake was dressed just in case they needed him to step in.
The girls love to "help" the trainers.Some of the biggest fans!