Fall Festival

Tons of Family Fun

So, we have had a TON OF FAMILY FUN.  Over the past couple of months, we have done a horrible job of not posting.  Sorry to those of you who look to this for updates.  So, we have now gotten a chance to sit down, get everything lined out, and get this blog posted and up to date.  So without further adieu, here is our months in review.

We had a first for our little kiddos this year.  It was their first wedding to attend.  Katie and Greg got married!!!  Alisha was very excited for 2 reasons.  She got to see two people who love each other very much, make a commitment to love each other for the rest of their lives and to cherish every moment they spend with each other.  The second reason was because Lubbock came to town!  I know you are thinking, "Lubbock? The whole city? Not possible."  Or is it?  Well, if you have ever been to Lubbock, you would know that everyone knows everyone and that statement could possibly be true.  The Altman's are pretty much Lubbock.  It is even evident here in Houston.  Rabbit trail: me and Alisha went out one weekend and saw a guy with a Texas Tech hat.  We started a side conversation with him, and come to find out his ex girlfriend was friends with Alisha.  Like I said, if you meet anyone from Lubbock, there is going to be some connection to the Altman family.  Just one of the things I love about my in-law family.

Alisha, Ashley and Marlo

MiMi even came to town to celebrate the festivities.  Avery has changed so much since her last visit.  We can't wait until the next visit.  He will probably be a crawling little boy.  Just today as I write, 10/26/2013, we crawled about a foot.  He is growing SO FAST!!

MiMi and Avery

Nonni missed Avery so much, that she had to sneak a quick visit in to love on this little chunky monkey.

Nonni and Avery

Then, we had a special surprise visit from my grandmother.  She doesn't travel a whole lot, so every time that she comes to town, we make a concerted effort to go and see her.  My Uncle Al, whom we haven't gotten to see in a while too, was there with her.  It was a great time for Uncle Al to get to meet Avery, which is another A.C., just like him.  Uncle Al LOVED that.  Now there are 3 A.C.'s - Alan Cain, Alisha Cain and Avery Cain.

Mammaw and Avery

Diva!

Now there was another surprise for myself.  My ONLY FIRST COUSIN, Tommy, surprised me by opening the door to the condo they were all staying in.  I was SHOCKED!!  The last time I got to see him was last year around my birthday.  It was great catching up with him and seeing how much life has happened between the two of us.  Guess what?  He has a girlfriend!!  Her name is April, and she is a PERFECT fit in this family.  It was so good to see them, and Reece even warmed up to April and wouldn't leave her side.  That is a good sign Tommy!! WINK WINK! 

Tommy and Avery

We then took a trip down to the pool and then on to the beach.  It was Reece's first trip to the "ocean", and she was fine until the water started hitting her feet.  But, when she was in Poppa's arms, she was more adventurous and kept making him go further and further.  As long as she felt safe, she would go as far as he would take her.

I love water!!!

Higher Daddy!

I am not real sure about this whole 'Ocean' thing Daddy.

(Insert musical overture here) We are family!

Poppa, over there!

Not too far Poppa.

Then Sunday came and we got to see Joey and Aidan.  Reece loves her cousins and any chance she gets to see them, she will not leave their sides.  The boys loved the ocean as well, and were more of the dare devils out of the cousins.  But, it wasn't but a short time ago when they were in the same boat as Reece by not liking the waves.  However, this trip was a completely different story.  I had to keep yelling for Joey to stay close, because he was wanting to go as far as we would let him.  But, he was a good listener and followed directions to the "T".

We LOVE Cheetos!!

As my grandmother gets older, her family keeps growing.  This time she had her first picture with ALL of her great grandchildren.  Maybe the next picture, there will be another great grandchild, not from this side, but from the Gray side.  Tommy?  You listening to this?

Mammaw and all of her Great Grandchildren.
From right to left: Joey, Reece, Mammaw, Avery and Aidan

Then, I got to take a picture with my grandmother and my son.  Not real sure where my dad is, because we could have had a four generations picture.  Anyway, I really like this picture.  I don't get to see my grandmother too often, but when I do, I like to make sure I will always remember it.  We all love you Mammaw, and can't wait to see you again.

Mammaw, Grandson and Great Grandson
Ryan, Avery and Colleen Cain

Ears, Lungs & Eyes

Today we took Avery to the doctor because he has had a croup cough for a few weeks. The cough has been getting worse over the last week. We tried giving him two rounds of steroids, but it didn't give him relief. Today the doctor decided to take some different mode of treatment. She sent us home with a nebulizer for daily breathing treatments. We are really hoping this helps his little lungs. 

The next problem we were also having is we all have red eyes, but Avery was getting bright yellow eye boogers. So Dr Jill gave us eye drops to clear it up! 

Finally, while we were at the appointment getting everything looked at we discovered that Avery also has a severe ear infection in one ear. We got an antibiotic, and have already started the medicine. He is taking it like a champ!!! 

To recap... We have a breathing machine- eye drops- and an oral antibiotic. I am praying that our adorable little man is better in no time!!! 

We Love Oatmeal

 

It is officially time to start solid foods... This week we have started trying out Avery on oatmeal. As we predicted he is definitely ready to start eating solid food. This Sunday Reece was very excited to have Avery in his high chair next to her as they aet their oatmeal together. They are both BIG fans of oatmeal. He is growing up way too fast! With every passing day They get bigger and bigger (and look more and more alike)!!!

Check Up Time

It is that time of year for Doctor check ups. This time Avery and Reece had check ups close to the same time. 

Reece had her 2 year check up and is doing great! She is hitting all of her developmental milestones. She is also a growing girl! 

Avery had his four month check up and is still growing at a rapid pace just like his sister! We are excited to see if the growth trend continues... We are counting on both of them being basketball stars!!! 

4 Months Old

Today Avery turned 4 months old.  It is hard to believe that he has been here for only that short time.  Some interesting things that he is currently doing are:

- Rolling over from front to back

- Grabbing items and moving them around

- Sitting in his bouncer and bumpo seat

- Drooling A LOT

- Being cute

and

- Loving life and being a great addition to the Cain Crew

 

What a heartbreaker he is going to be.

 



 

Look at those dimples!

 



 

And finally here is Reece wanting to get in the action.  We tried getting her to hold Avery, but that didn't go as planned, but we did get this cute pic of our toddler.  Hope everyone enjoys.

Much Love,

The Cain Crew

Chuck E. Cheese

This past weekend we had Another birthday party for Reece's 2nd birthday. We went to Chuck E.Cheese!!! This was quite an expierience! Almost all of Reece's cousins were there (we missed you Abby).  

Here is a picture of Reece and her cousins eating pizza. 

 

This is Avery and his friend Jack. Jack is 3 months younger than Avery and a whole lot smaller. I know these two will be great friends! 

Here is Gigi, Uncle Chris and Scarlett at the party. 

 

 We had a great time playing and opening her awesome gifts. We were so blessed by everyone. 

At the end of the party we were able to get some sweet pictures of the Cain cousins with Nonni and Poppa.