Celebrating Colton

Ryland partied at a hunting party for Colton.  They shot play guns and bow and arrows at the animal decoys set up around the yard.  This was a true boys' party, and Ryland really got into it.  Any opportunity to wear camo and hunt thrills him.

Hunting Ranch

John Chris and the boys finally have a place to go have fun all decked out in camo.  John Chris found some hunting land south of Graham, Texas that was perfect for some boy time.  We signed yesterday, and the boys were out there today.  I think it is safe to say they were excited. 

Charlie's Birthday Party

The boys were so excited to go to Charlie's hunting party.  They had a great time playing in the backyard and jumping over the creek.  There were fun hunting games set up where they could shoot a bow, roast marshmallows, and lots of other fun things.   The highlight was the hay ride around the neighborhood.

Silly camo

The boys were playing upstairs in the game room this morning.  I carried some laundry up to their rooms, and I peaked in to see what they were doing. Those silly boys had dressed up their favorite stuffed animals in their camo clothes.  They lined all the animals up on cushions and the toy tractor to pose for a picture. I love to see them play together and use their imaginations.

Ryland's birthday party

Ryland has been waiting for his birthday party for months.  He was so excited to gather his friends and celebrate at Bass Pro Shop in Grapevine.  He had a big group come to have a little cake and do a little fishing.  He was thrilled to wear his camo gear, too!

After everyone finished the cake and treats, we all headed out to their stocked pond.  All the kiddos had a fishing pole, and lots of corn to bait their hooks.  Lots of people caught fish, and everyone had a great time.

This also was the first time that my dad met Ridley.  They had some sweet bonding before it was time to hit the road running.

Party Time

The boys were so excited to attend one of their friend's birthday party at Bass Pro Shop.  They both wanted to wear camo and were ready to party as soon as they woke up.  When it was finally time to go, I couldn't keep up with how quickly they were buckled in the truck.  

The kiddos went on a scavenger hunt around the store, checked out all the animals, and had a blast putting together their hunting and camping pins.  After cake and ice cream, the little hunters had an opportunity to take aim in the virtual shooting range.  I have to admit, I was pretty proud when both of my boys knew how to old the toy rifle.  

The party was a great success, and Ryland is looking forward to his birthday party at Bass Pro.

Christmas PJs

The boys loved all the cool things Santa brought, but they were ready to get out of their matching pajamas.  They were ready to build forts and play with the new hunting goods.  The cute jams came off, and the camouflage went on.  I made them both hold on just a bit, so I could take a quick picture of them.  Gotta love boys!

Camo

 

I was celebrating my friend's birthday when I received an adorable picture text of Ryland decked out in camo.  John Chris had taken the boys to Academy for a warm jacket for the hunting trip this weekend.  He ended up buying a hat, gloves, pants, and a jacket for Ryland.  He looks so big and proud - such a big boy.

I love Reed's expression in the background.  He is all smiles.  I asked what camo he got, and John Chris didn't buy him anything.  Poor baby needs some camo too.  I will have to take care of that when John Chris and Ryland go hunting.  It will be just Reed and I, so we will have a blast.