Saturday, March 31, 2012

Caleb


 Happy 10th Birthday, Caleb Aubrey James!
Hard to believe Caleb is double digits!  He's been so excited to turn 10 years old.  No matter how much I begged him to stay 9, he insisted on turning 10.  Caleb enjoys school.  He especially enjoys math and history.  He seems to soak up random historical facts just like his father.  Each day I get my own history lesson when he gets off the bus.  He also enjoys reading and is on the final book of the Harry Potter series.  Caleb spends his afternoon walking the dog, playing video games, and playing outside with the neighbors.  Four nights a week he swims at the natatorium with the LISD swim team prep group.  Again, he seems to be a lot like Steve.  Caleb is timid when it comes to trying new things and much prefers to be around small groups of friends.  He is developing opinions and can be short tempered when it comes to his brothers.  I'm catching the occasional eye roll when I ask him to do something he is less than enthusiastic about doing.  I'm sure this is just a glimpse into his teenage years. :-) I'm blessed to call this boy my son and I look forward to what the next year holds!

Friday, March 16, 2012

Grammy and the James Boys

Swim Meet, 50 Free

Caleb is in lane 8 (top lane against the side).  The 12 year olds (in the middle lanes) jumped out ahead and smoked the younger ones.  But, Caleb ended up coming in 3rd (1st in his age group). 

Swim Meet, 50 Breast

Caleb is the top lane.  The 2 in the middle are 12 year old who swam much faster.  The breast stroke is Steve's least favorite.  I don't think it's Caleb's favorite either.  But, he did beat the other 9 year old.

Swim Meet, 50 Back


 Caleb had a swim meet a few weeks ago.  Steve entered him in several events.  I think it was rather surreal for Steve to watch his son compete in swimming just like he did years ago.  Caleb did a great job overall.  He was competing against kids that were up to 3 years older than him.  Best of all, he loved it.  I see many more of these in our future.
Caleb's 50 Back.  He's in the top lane... he won.

Soccer


Carter is starting his 8th season of soccer.  He's been with the same team and the same group of friends.  These boys have improved so much and really understand the game.  Steve and Shereda came to visit us and got to see Carter score a goal!
 Brenner and Grandpa cheering on Carter.
Grammy enjoying her boys.

Thursday, March 1, 2012

Future Baylor Bear

Sic 'Em Brenner!