What to do when it is 108 degrees?

What to do when it is 108 degrees? Naturally, you build a model rocket and launch it. Yeah we are crazy! Record setting heat this weekend at 108 degrees. WOW. Jody bought Colton a $8.00 model rocket to build. The $8.00 rocket turns into a $75.00 rocket very quickly once you buy the launch pad, rocket engines, wadding, paint and glue. Thats Ok, Colton and I had a blast building it and we launched it over the weekend. His rocket reaches altitudes in excess of 1400 feet. How exciting. The last launch, the wind caught it once the chute opened, and it landed about 1/4 mile away. He also has a black one that is about 3 feet tall, it only goes about half the distance as the smaller one. I can remember building them when I was a kid. Everytime we launched one, I would hold my breathe, when the rocket peaks it will fall, then poof, the parachute opens up. I am always worried that the parachute won't open. For just one moment, thats all that matters in life, hoping the chute opens.

Kids having fun

These kids are so photogenic! They had a blast at the beach, riding in the dunebuggy, and hanging out together. Huddy looks like he's going 100 mph sitting still on Colton motorcycle. I think he will be ready to race next year! Jesse and Colton happen to have the same PJ's. Enjoy the pics.

Cailtins Graduation 2008

We had a fun day at Caitlins graduation ceremony. There were approx. 650 in her class. We are so proud of her and excited to see her move on to bigger and better things in life, like going to TCU in the Fall. All the kids did great, there were 7 kids six years and under. We all headed over to Paul and Lisa's house after for some pizza and relaxation.

The Foxes came out in full force and we all had a great time visiting and enjoyed there company. Audrey and Colton were attached at the hip. They played so well together. Tatum is a little princess, and Huddy, well he just wonders around trying on everyones shoes. What a cute little guy. I wish we could spend more time together.

A day at the beach

Jody Colton and I spent the day at her sister Tina's house. She lives walking distance to the beach. Her boyfriend Robert and his son Max was there as well. We had a blast on the beach. The weather was incredible, not too hot, not too cold. Colton played in the waves and on the boogie board.

On Saturday, we went to the local race track for a friends birthday. We took the motorhome and the bikes. Colton had fun. I had fun until I crashed going off of a table top jump. I got banged up pretty good. The biggest injury was I twisted my left ankle pretty bad. I am hobbling around though.

Hope everyone is doing well!

Trying Something New

I borrowed a CRF 50 from a friend to see if Colton was ready for a bigger bike. I started it, clicked into 3rd gear, and off he was like he had ridden one before. He is ready for this size bike, but the power isn't as responsive as his 2-stroke PW50. He rode it for awhile, jumped it a couple of times, then asked to ride his. He rips it up on his little bike. He is now pulling up as he goes off the jumps, and gains a few inches in the air.

The date is getting close for the new addition. Jody went on disability as of today. She is getting more and more uncomfortable, but she is doing well. We are almost done with the babies room. I will post some pics of the room when it is done.

Practice Makes Perfect

Every minute Colton gets he wants to ride his bicycle. So the the other night, Colton asked me take pictures of him riding wheelies. He must of done this 50 times that night. Thought everyone would enjoy the pics. Colton is such a character!

Race On!!!!

OK, We got Colton ready on Sat to go practice at the local track. Conveniently, the weather decided to reach 100 degrees both days. He was super excited to get on the track. He did amazingly well at practice. It took him a few spills, and some slow speeds, but once he got the hang of the track he did great.

RACE DAY:
We pulled the motorhome in about 7:30 am, got everything set up, and did some practice laps. Coltons first race was at 10:30. Boy was I nervous, but very confident he would do good. One of the videos below is his first start. Out of 10 riders, Colton came in 4th!!! Awesome for a first timer. Thanks to Mamaw for showing support on the sidelines. He was the youngest racer of the day. He was racing against kids that were 7 yrs old and younger. He did lay it down once during the first race trying to get around a downed rider. I know he would have placed a few spots better if he didn't lay it down. How exciting it is during the final 5 minutes before the gate drops. Revving engines, last minute adjustments, going thru the course with the rider, the race starter goes down the line pointing at each rider to see if they are ready, then BAM!, the gates drop and there off. Pure adrenalin, at least for the Parents. Colton ran great in his second moto. He had a better start and was in the middle of the pack as they hit the first turn. He really pushed hard on his second race, and was giving it his all to catch the riders in front of him. After the checkered flag dropped, all of the riders lined up and received a trophy for a job well done. I don't know who is more proud of that little trophy, Colton or Jody and I. As we were packing it up to head home, Colton said he would like to race again. That's my boy!!!