Our Family

Some Of Our Week!

2026-10-16T10:18:00.000-05:00

Happy Birthday Ben!!!!!!

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We really enjoyed the beach and a sunset boat ride taking in the salty Gulf air.

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After being away for three and a half months, it feels so good to finally be back at

our little piece of paradise in Crystal Beach, Texas.

We spent the evening enjoying a beautiful sunset over the water, breathing in the salty Gulf air.

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Some Of Our Week!

2026-10-13T19:37:13.332-05:00

The best day with Sophia! 💕 Shopping, antiquing, lunch, and lots of laughs. So glad she had the day off so we could spend some quality time together. 🛍️🥰 Nothing better than a fun mother-daughter day making memories! ❤️

🏡❤️ So glad to be back home! We’ve hit the ground running with school and life, but Steven Richard wanted a Cracker Barrel lunch, so off we went for some good food, shopping, and yummy snacks! 🛍️🍪 And of course, I couldn’t resist this adorable Snoopy! 🐶❤️ Nothing like being home sweet home!!!!! 🥰🏡

❤️ A little beach breeze, amazing sunsets, and the sweetest reunion with my husband, my best friend and favorite person. After time apart, being back in his arms makes my heart so happy! 🌅💕 Beautiful migrating birds, including a pink spoonbill 🦩, Willow loving life on the water 🐾, and Mom’s lilies blooming when I got home. 🌸 Soaking up every moment and feeling so blessed! 🌊❤️

❤️ Nothing sweeter than being back together with my husband! Holding hands as we walk along the beach, enjoying boat rides, chasing beautiful sunsets, and making little memories together. 🌅💕 We explored our own little island, enjoyed a wonderful lunch at the marina, and even celebrated a Texans win! 🏈🌊 My heart is full, so thankful for this beautiful weekend with my love. ❤️

Some Of Our Week!

2026-10-09T15:42:00.000-05:00

Just hanging out with the amazing 53rd Weather Reconnaissance Squadron, better known as the Hurricane Hunters! Christopher gave us a behind-the-scenes tour of where he works and showed us all around Keesler Air Force Base. It brought back memories of bringing Steven Richard here with Uncle Tony when he was just a baby, and now getting to experience it all again with Christopher.

We wrapped up the day with a wonderful seafood dinner on the water in Biloxi near Keesler Air Force Base, followed by delicious homemade ice cream from The Scoop. It was such a special visit and a great time spent with Christopher. ❤️

Some Of Our Week!

2026-10-02T15:39:00.000-05:00

We had a wonderful time at Manatee Springs State Park in Florida!

The crystal-clear spring water was amazing—70 degrees year-round and refreshingly cold.

We were lucky enough to see sturgeon leaping completely out of the water while feeding,

along with turtles and even a possible manatee.

The beautiful forest scenery made it such a peaceful and memorable stop.

And of course, we couldn't pass through without picking up some delicious Georgia peaches along the way!

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Some Of Our Week!

2026-09-28T12:41:00.060-05:00

Always grateful for beach days, boat rides, good friends, and making memories together.

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Some Of Our Week!

2026-09-25T15:34:00.000-05:00

The sunset on Clearwater Beach the night of our 21st wedding anniversary was an absolute celebration.

It felt like God was painting the sky with magical colors and fireworks just for us.

We enjoyed a wonderful dinner with our toes in the sand—fresh oysters, drinks, grouper, and plenty of delicious seafood. It was such a beautiful evening, we ended the night dancing and heading to a rooftop bar to take in the sparkling views and celebrate a little longer.

A truly wonderful and unforgettable anniversary.

❤️🌅🥂💃🕺✨🍾

Some Of Our Week!

2026-09-22T15:00:24.800-05:00

So Cute!!!!

So excited for this!!!!!!

We had a great time at the Melissa Ethridge concert Friday night

and then the UFC fight Saturday night was awesome! Go Van!!!

Golden Nugget did not disappoint.

We enjoyed a wonderful long weekend!!!!! 😍❤️🎉

Some Of Our Week!

2026-09-18T15:30:00.000-05:00

We had such a fun time in Tarpon Springs, learning all about the famous sponge divers and

the town’s rich Greek heritage. It’s such a charming little community!

We enjoyed some of the best homemade baklava from a local bakery

and spent the day exploring the waterfront and shops.

My parents took me here as a little girl so many fond memories!

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Some Of Our Week!

2026-09-13T18:17:48.007-05:00

Willow was on high alert watching our boy go off to class at U of H!

Then we were off to the vet and running errands! 🤣😂📚🎉

After class today in Houston, we got caught in one crazy thunderstorm! ⛈️🌧️ We made it safely back to Sugar Land, and then Steven Richard asked if I wanted to go out to eat.

Of course! 😂❤️ Gringo’s it was! 🌮

Just love this boy so much and treasure these mom-and-son moments. 🥰❤️

We’ve had so much fun being home, getting all of our fall decorations out, and filling the house with the best fall smells! 🍂🍎🏡

Homemade apple banana bread 🍌🍎 and peach amaretto cobbler 🍑—both absolutely delicious! 😋

It’s been so nice slowing down, enjoying home, and soaking up these simple little moments. ❤️🍁

South Texas ranch days! 🌵🤠 Hot Texas heat, mesquite, dove hunting, and plenty of laughs! 😂

We worked hard getting the ranch ready for hunting season, spotted three tortoises 🐢, got caught in a Texas rainstorm 🌧️, and had way too much fun on that last evening dove hunt! 🕊️😂

I may have had a little run-in with the mesquite, but that’s just part of the ranch experience! 😂🌵

So thankful for these days, these people, and the memories we keep making together. ❤️🤠

A beautiful day out in the country! 🌾❤️ We enjoyed a nice drive and spent some time visiting Dad and Grandpa at the cemetery in Hallettsville. Then we headed over to Splashway for a little lazy-river fun. 🌊☀️

Of course, the scattered thunderstorms decided to join us too! ⛈️😂 But it was such a nice visit and a fun day together. Already looking forward to doing it again next year! ❤️

Some Of Our Week!

2026-09-13T17:47:26.802-05:00

🎣🐟 What a day offshore! We had the BEST time fishing and landed the biggest red snapper we’ve seen in years! 🙌🎣

So glad Steven Richard and Will got to enjoy the adventure together. Good company, good times, good vibes, awesome fish, and SO much fun watching the dolphins play alongside us! 🐬💙

Days like this are the best—making memories, laughing, fishing, and enjoying every minute on the water! 🌊☀️🎣

My heart! ❤️ It’s like a lake out there today! 🌊☀️ So excited to head offshore with even better weather and good times ahead! 🎣🛥️ Let the adventure begin! ❤️

🎣 Fishing Day Two! 🌅🐬

We had SO much fun fishing and watching Steven Richard and Will enjoy another back-to-back fishing day! What a blast! 🎣

We loved seeing Shrimp Diva and Pops, taking in that beautiful sunrise, catching live bait with the cast net that morning, and enjoying the smooth, beautiful ride out. The water was so calm, the visibility was incredible, and then… the dolphins showed up and made the day even more amazing! 🐬💙

Such a fun day filled with sunshine, good company, great fishing, and memories we’ll be talking about for a long time! ☀️🌊🎣 What a day!

Some Of Our Week!

2026-09-11T15:26:00.000-05:00

We had a wonderful day in Clearwater, Florida! We spent the day walking the beautiful beach, then enjoyed a sunset dinner right on the sand with piña coladas, fresh grouper, and key lime pie. There’s just something special about eating dinner with your toes in the sand!

We even stumbled Hulk Hogan’s shop, visited my favorite Freaky Tiki Surf Shack, and ended the evening listening to a talented saxophone player right off the beach as the sun set over the Gulf. Such a fun day filled with great food, beautiful views, and unforgettable memories!

😍❤️🏖🍹🐠🌴⛵️🌺🌼🎉

Some Of Our Week!

2026-09-04T15:21:00.000-05:00

Clearwater, Florida, has been so much fun and absolutely amazing!

We've stayed in the cutest places and have loved every minute of exploring this beautiful area.

From the gorgeous beaches and stunning sunsets to the relaxed coastal atmosphere,

it's been such a wonderful getaway filled with great memories.

We are truly enjoying our time here!

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Some Of Our Week!

2026-08-28T17:28:00.000-05:00

A beautiful, relaxing weekend at Crystal Beach! 🌊☀️ We got to watch the Elissa sail back home, which was such a fun and exciting sight! We enjoyed mornings sitting outside, talking with Sophia, visiting with Willow, and watching the birds. Rode down the beach, soaked in the salty air, and simply enjoyed being together. ❤️🏖️ Sometimes the best weekends are the simplest ones—full of little moments that become the sweetest memories.

What an absolutely wonderful day in Houston! ❤️ We loved visiting Houston Police Federal Credit Union, where Grandma retired. It made us so proud to watch Steven Richard adulting and taking care of all the banking things—one more reminder that our boy is growing up! ❤️

We had fun driving around our old Houston stomping grounds and seeing all the incredible growth and changes. Then we enjoyed a wonderful meal and even better time together at B&B Butchers on Washington. The food was amazing, but the time with Mom and Steven Richard was the best part. ❤️

Just one of those beautiful days filled with family, memories, laughter, and gratitude. And now we’re looking forward to Steven Richard starting at U of H next week! 🎓❤️ So proud and excited for this next chapter! Go Coogs! 🐾

What an incredible day offshore out of Galveston! 🎣🌊 We had an absolute blast aboard David and Diana’s new 43-foot Freeman—they are truly two special people! ❤️ We limited out on red snapper, caught several grouper, and I even caught a shark! 🦈 We had so much fun seeing the dolphins and the “saltwater Eiffel Tower” along the way. Beautiful boat, amazing fishing, and such a fun day on the water! We especially loved visiting and enjoying their company after the fishing trip. ❤️🐬🚤

We enjoyed watching the eclipse!

So excited and so proud of Steven Richard! ❤️ He had a wonderful first week at the University of Houston! 🎓🐾 Watching him grow, learn, and take on this next adventure makes our hearts so happy. We are so proud of you, Steven Richard! ❤️ Go Coogs! 🐾❤️💙

Some Of Our Week!

2026-08-28T15:18:00.000-05:00

We had a wonderful time on an airboat tour through the Florida Everglades!

So much fun gliding across the water!

The last time I was on an airboat was in the Louisiana swamps.

So many great memories made and another Florida adventure to add to the books!

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Some Of Our Week!

2026-08-21T15:13:00.000-05:00

Had such a wonderful time in Key Largo and the Florida Keys —

boat diving in those beautiful turquoise waters, incredible sunsets every evening, and some of the best key lime pie ever. Steven got me flowers and we went to the same place we took the kids with us 5 years ago for our 16th wedding anniversary so fun to go back! Many amazing memories made.

We are definitely going to miss the laid-back island vibe and beauty of the Keys.

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Loved this condo on the canal!!!!

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Some Of Our Week!

2026-08-14T17:00:00.000-05:00

Sophia had such a wonderful first week of 8th grade! 📚✨ We’re so excited for all that this year has in store. From journalism to French and everything in between, it’s going to be such a fun year of learning, growing, and making memories! 💕🇫🇷📰 Here’s to an amazing year ahead! 🎉

Oh my goodness, what a week! 🚗❤️ From practicing parallel parking and refreshing all those driving skills to the BIG moment—Steven officially got his driver’s license! 🎉 We are beyond excited and so incredibly proud of him. He’s officially legal! 😊

May God bless him, guide him, and keep him safe on every road ahead. 🙏❤️ Here’s to this exciting new chapter and all the adventures to come! 🚘✨

Some Of Our Week!

2026-08-14T15:08:00.000-05:00

Exploring Islamorada, oceanside and bayside, we loved all the beautiful art.

Every stop felt full of creativity and island charm.

We also enjoyed a wonderful oceanside dinner while watching a beautiful sunset over the water.

Such a fun and beautiful place to explore.

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Some Of Our Week!

2026-08-07T15:04:00.000-05:00

We have really enjoyed our stay in Key Largo. The condo on the canal has been so fun watching all of the dive boats go by from the balcony, along with spotting all of the wild iguanas everywhere. We have also loved listening to the live music every evening from the balcony — such a relaxing and beautiful place to spend time together in the Keys.

This afternoon we are excited to go diving off the boat at the Christ of the Abyss and the City of Washington wreck dive, which should be an amazing adventure!

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Steven bought me these wonderful flowers

that have lasted over 3 weeks!!!!

Some Of Our Week!

2026-07-31T15:01:00.000-05:00

So much fun in Islamorada, Florida at Bud N’ Mary’s Marina, exploring Bass Pro, and seeing the replica of Ernest Hemingway’s boat. We also stopped by Islamorada Distillery for some delicious spiced rum and had an awesome time at the Miami Homestead racetrack. Such a fun day enjoying all the tropical Keys vibes and making memories together! 😍❤️🏖🌴🐠🌼🌺🐟🐡⛵️⚓️

Some Of Our Week!

2026-07-24T14:56:00.000-05:00

Driving through the Florida Keys has to be the best kind of traffic —

endless views of absolutely beautiful emerald water, little islands, bridges stretching across the ocean,

and that laid-back tropical feeling the whole way. Such a fun and unforgettable drive.

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Fred the Tree!!!!

Sombrero Reef!

Some Of Our Week!

2026-07-22T20:54:46.186-05:00

So incredibly proud of Steven Richard! ❤️🎓 His orientation at the University of Houston is officially complete, and this exciting new chapter is just beginning. Watching him work so hard to reach this milestone has been such a blessing. We can't wait to see all that this school year has in store for him. Keep reaching for your dreams—we'll be cheering you on every step of the way! Go Coogs! ❤️🤘🐾📚🎉

Steven Richard got accepted into the Cullen College of Engineering at University of Houston where he will be working on his Bachelor of Science, Technology Leadership and Innovation Management

Such a wonderful day with my sweet Mom! ❤️ We started with the most delicious breakfast downtown, then spent the afternoon watching The Odyssey at the movies. 🍳🎬 It was the first time either of us had been to a movie in quite a while, which made it even more special!

We made such wonderful memories and even managed to have a little adventure with the parking garage. 😂 Some of the best days are simply spent together. So thankful for this precious mother-daughter time! 🥰💕

Had the sweetest day with my Sophia! 🛍️💖 We got LOTS of back-to-school shopping checked off the list, enjoyed a delicious dinner together, and made so many wonderful memories along the way. There's nothing better than spending quality time with my sweet daughter. I treasure these days more than she'll ever know! Love you, Sophie! ❤️📚🛍️🍽️✨

Some Of Our Week!

2026-07-21T13:51:16.796-05:00

Mom and I had the sweetest lunch date in downtown Richmond! 🥰❤️ We absolutely love Gino's Italian Joint's new location and menu... and let's just say we already have plans for our next visit and what we're eating! 🍰🍕😂

We enjoyed the beautiful flowers (especially the plumeria from a dear friend that is over 20 years old), relaxed on the patio, sipped tea, and solved just enough of the world's problems to call it a successful mother-daughter date! 🌸☕💕 There is something so special about spending time together, making memories, and dreaming up our next trips and adventures. Life is simply sweeter with my beautiful mama by my side! 😍❤️✈️🌎🎬🎉

New Braunfels camping!!!!!

What an AMAZING day offshore! ❤️😍🐟🎣 We all caught our Red Snapper limits, watched pods of dolphins putting on the best show as they leaped out of the water, and even had a pelican fly so close to our boat I thought he was coming along for the ride! 😂🐬🦅

To top it all off, we jumped in and enjoyed swimming in those beautiful Gulf waters. Days like these are the best—great fishing, incredible wildlife, lots of laughs, and making unforgettable memories together! ⚓️🚤🌊☀️❤️🎉

Yesterday, as we watched the sunset on our ride in from offshore, I received the heartbreaking news that my dear friend of more than 33 years had passed away.

My heart is hurting. It's hard to imagine a world without our conversations, the laughter we shared, and the friendship that meant so much to me over all these years. Some people come into your life for a season, but a precious few become part of your story forever. You were one of those people.

Thank you for 33 years of friendship, kindness, and memories I will always treasure. You will be deeply missed, never forgotten, and forever held close in my heart.

Please keep their family and loved ones in your prayers as they navigate the difficult days ahead. ❤️🙏

A wonderful dinner tonight filled with great food, priceless memories of our dear friend, a few happy tears, and plenty of laughs (because they would've expected nothing less! ❤️). A special thank you to Steven for reminding us of so many wonderful, funny memories that had us all smiling and laughing.❤️ Life has a funny way of reminding us to treasure every moment and every person at the table. I just love this kid so much! ❤️🍽️💕

Some Of Our Week!

2026-07-17T14:31:00.000-05:00

It’s been such a great day in Key West — visiting the Southernmost Point of the U.S., just 90 miles from Cuba, soaking in all the tropical beauty, and walking through the colorful streets and lush landscapes. We also stopped by Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum, which brought back so many memories. I remember visiting there as a little girl, then taking our kids five years ago, and now getting to experience it all again together.

One of our favorite parts has been watching all the roosters, hens, and tiny baby chicks wandering everywhere and casually crossing the streets like they own the island. 😂 It has been so much fun making new memories in one of our favorite places. 😍❤️🏖🌴🐠🌼🌺🌸🦋⛵️🐟🐡🐓🐔🐣🎉

Some Of Our Week!

2026-07-14T14:22:42.247-05:00

Offshore exploring, ships, rigs, sunrises, sunsets,

the biggest angel fish schools, and red snapper limits.

Absolutely awesome day with my love!!!!

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We had so much fun enjoying the sunset,

a boat ride, and tubing!

Such a fun visit — it’s always a great time with this crew!

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Beach days, salty kisses, sandy toes, and sun-kissed noses...

we're pretty sure Crystal Beach has stolen our hearts all over again! 🌴❤️

From breathtaking sunrises and gorgeous sunsets to beach walks,

pelicans flying by, boat rides, ice cream sundaes, and plenty of snuggles,

we've been soaking up every sweet moment together.

The only thing sweeter than the ice cream is spending this time with my favorite people.

Here's to making memories, laughing until our cheeks hurt, and never wanting vacation to end!

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Some Of Our Week!

2026-07-10T14:28:00.000-05:00

Key West sunsets are truly unforgettable. Such a beautiful time together, soaking in the colors, the ocean breeze, and making memories we’ll always treasure. 🌅💛

And the nightlife is just as fun — live music, lively streets, and such a carefree tropical vibe everywhere you go.