So, it has been awhile. . .

Well, it has been awhile, since an email of pics or updates from the Waddills, so here is a quick recap of perhaps the past 6 or so months. Yes, they have been busy!

Well, enjoy some pictures of Braden's First Bday party, Halloween, Christmas, and just some recent pictures, if you want to. The slideshow on the main page will change from time to time, so be sure to check back at what pictures are circulating there. And, as always, please leave any comments on the by clicking on the comment tab on this post. If you aren't sure how to post, read on down, and I have instructions.

So, Braden is starting to talk now, and this communication is much needed for us. No more yelling (ok, not as much yelling). He and Briley love to play together, and he seems to be able to keep up for the most part. We enjoy watching him run like a true "Waddill" with a waddle, but he is much more stable and bruise free.

Rochelle is singing in "Carmen" at the Houston Grand Opera which keeps her busy and traveling the Houston Freeways. She teaches several students voice/piano out of the house, so she has quite a full plate. Doug is still searching for an AP job and teaching away. Counting down the days until summer.

And the big news on the horizon is AFRICA. On May 31st, we are going to Uganda. We are leaving the kids here for 16 days to go see Nice and Renee and fam. Our moms will be graciously and collectively watching the two kids. We are so excited. We have had our shots, listened to our Ugandian Language CD, and gotten passports ready. We are so excited to see the work there, and spend time with the Fouts.

Well, thanks for reading. Let us know how you are doing. Our emails are on the right column.

September News

Well, Briley turned 3!! And, she loved her dressup, make-up, and Karaoke party. She is getting so big and very independent. She goes to school two mornings a week and so far seems to really enjoy it. She is now wearing big girl panties and that is huge news for mom and dad!

Braden will be a year in just a few weeks, and he is walking around furniture and has taking a couple steps without holding on. He loves his sister, and he crawls after her and calls for her, if she is not around "Baaahh."

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Summer Pictures

Click on the link to enjoy our family pictures from the summer. Let us know your thoughts.

As for what is going on now, we are getting ready for the "real world" with Doug having to start full time again on Monday.