Christmas 2006

The boys pose for a quick picture after church so they can change back into their comfy clothes. Christmas was spent at the Coady household in Hebron (the first time in several years). With two new grandchildren it made for a full house (in Coady standards that is). It was nice to spend Christmas with everyone under one roof and to have plenty of time to enjoy everyone.

Molly Madness

At 21 months, Molly is loads of fun and adorable too. The four older grandkids wore her out, and nobody could resist those baby blues.

Cecilia meets the bunch

The newest member of the Coady Clan, Jon and Amy's daughter Cecilia, got plenty of cuddle time with everyone, as we all took turns holding her and commenting that she has the Coady lips.

The Foursome

Christmas morning was a little delayed, as the kids got up at 6:30 and we made them wait about 4 hours to open presents. Still, they handled the delay quite well (except Owen who asked every few minutes if he could get started). Here they are wearing the knitted hats from Lillian.

Owen and Santa

Owen decided that he is not too big for Santa, at least if he wants to get anything for Christmas. Pierce, of course, stood on the sidelines and made fun of him.

Candy Cane Kid

Owen got to be the hero in this year's program by saving Christmas as the Candy Cane Kid. He really wanted a speaking part and spent a lot of time practicing, even before he got the part. I have no idea where he gets his enthusiasm for the stage. 

Confirmation

Pierce was confirmed this past November and got to meet the Bishop. 

Godparents

It was a Dougherty gathering, as Mike and Cheryl (Pierce's godparents) came for the event. 

Sponsor

Phillip Dougherty serves as Pierce's confirmation sponsor. 

Halloween

The picture speaks for itself. 

Homecoming

Owen tries to win the T-town tradition of seeing who can come up with the best black/gold outfit during the school's Homecoming spirit week. He made it himself . . . 

More Mr. T

...Complete with a T on the back of his cape. 

Pumpkin carving

Halloween is still weeks away, but Owen already carved his pumpkin, and he did so all by himself (scary to think of him with a knife, I know). He was so proud of himself that he wanted his picture taken outside with it and insisted on having the ratty, old skateboard in it too. Go figure!

Pierce and Spenser

Pierce and his pal Spenser pose after their last football game (yes, it was sunny). The boys both finished their season 3-1 and had a lot of fun. This was Owen's first year playing, and he enjoyed playing, even though it was never long enough for him. He always had a funny story to tell at the end of the game, like how he tackled some big guy (not), threw another over his shoulder (definately not), or sacked the quarterback (absolutely not). I think he has a little of his dad in him when it comes to telling stories :)
 

Owen and his buddy Mason

Of course Owen wouldn't cooperate, especially since one of the moms passed out Mountain Dew. 

Crazy Owen

Owen thinks an action photo would be better for the blog. 

What you lookin' at?

 

Close-up

Pierce really looks grown up in this photo. His hair was starting to get really long too, but fortunately, Mom got them haircuts this week, and he is back to a "clean cut" boy. 

Kickoff time

Pierce (15) is still not as big as the 6th graders, but he grew about 4 inches this summer and is right at 5 feet tall. Look out Mom, only another year and he will be taller than you! Yikes!

Intent on watching the game