Bat Outta Hell

So the end of the world didn't hit on Saturday, but something sure did hit me.  Right between the legs in fact!  It was a bat outta hell.... literally!

This damn bat flew right between my legs when I was sitting at my sister-in-law Brianna's College Graduation Party at a State Park.

I'm sitting there cross-legged, minding my own business when I felt something fly into my leg.  I'm thinking it's a big moth or some other flying insect.  Not a freakin' "rodent"! (and before you correct me, I know bats aren't really rodents, but this sucker was!)

After that heart attack the sucker climbed/flew into the tree where everyone else had a chance to witness my batman.  By the end of the night, we were telling stories about how "my bat" had a 5 foot wingspan.  In reality the sucker was about the size of my fist.  I'm scarred for life regardless.

All together now... ewwwwww!

It Pays to Behave

Because Drew was such a exceptional child this past weekend for Auntie Lisa's wedding (Thursday - Sunday) I figured he deserved to get a little something special. Someplace where they let a kid be a kid.

So I was a good Mama and took him to Chuck E Cheese. On a rainy day. And we had dinner.

He was awesome the hour-fifteen we were there too - didn't argue with me when it was time to leave. He ate all his dinner.

I almost don't recognize this child, but I really do enjoy him. I'm hoping he sticks around for another busy weekend!

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Dancing Machine

Yes, more wedding tidbits....

Before I get to the fun dancing pictures, here are a few more of our family pre-ceremony.

Great shots... all courtesy my cousin Jodi!

Once we ate dinner and the dancing began, hardly anyone was on the dance floor.  It was only Drew and I, and Jimmy's Brother, Sister-in-law and their 1 year old daughter.  Mind you there were nearly 70 wedding guests.  Since it was slow on the dance floor Drew requested one of his favorite songs, hoping to get people moving and shaking... Eye of the Tiger by Survivor.

Drew put on the moves!  Starting first with his "funny dance". 

And then he really had the Eye of the Tiger... and had to do his Rocky push-ups.  (Did you notice he switched into his "Rocky shoes?")

And then while dancing with Mommy (a.k.a. Adrian) he had to practice his Rocky moves on Daddy who was trying to interrupt the dance.

Poor kid was so exhausted that night he fell asleep in Dave's arms around 9pm and then slept the rest of the evening next to Aunt Connie on the booth chairs in the dining area.  In the words of Drew... "It was a BUSY weekend".

Here Comes the Bride

Since Lisa's safely on her honeymoon, I figure I'll post some of the pictures from her wedding - all of which were taken by our cousin Jodi... and yes were posted on Facebook.  But here's the behind the scenes information you didn't get on Facebook.

All day we were watching the weather reports.  There were threats of rain, and it was an outdoor wedding.  While it was cool, cloudy and windy, it proved to stay dry for photos and the ceremony.

Here's the Koch family pre-ceremony.

L-R: Matt, Kady, Mom, Lisa, Dad, Me, Dave, Drew

And they were sisters.....

The bridesmaids!

L-R: Me, Lisa, Nicole (Jimmy's sister-in-law), Rana (Matt's fiance)

The boys...

L-R: Matt, Danny (Jimmy's Brother), Jimmy, Dave, Drew
I love seeing Drew trying so hard to be a big boy with his hands in his pocket!  He never once complained about the cold and wind.

The Groom with the Ring Bearer

Jimmy and Drew

After pre-ceremony pictures, it was time to go back into hiding for the big moment.  The girls were in a bridal room waiting for the cue, all the while watching the guests arrive and take their places.  Suddenly the sun broke through the clouds and what seemed like seconds later we got the knock on the door... signaling it was "time".

It couldn't have been planned any better!

They said their "I do's" and that was it.  They were married!  Let the party begin!

They Were PERFECT!

If you were under a rock... or perhaps you just stumbled on this blog... my sister Lisa got married this weekend.  Drew and Lisa's 2 1/2 year old daughter were the ring bearer and flower girl respectively.  With kids this age you expect a few "priceless" moments as they walk down the aisle.  You know one child screaming, refusing or doing some other hilarious antic.

Friday we had the rehearsal at the golf course and all the prepping we've been doing paid off!

And then it was the big day....

The two of them were so well behaved early on. Cooperating for the most part for the "millions" of pictures that were taken.  (Drew was asked at one point by the photographer how many pictures she was taking.  In the quick wit of the three year old he told her "millions", managing a giggle or two.).

 

Finally the big moment was here, what will they do?

They handled the walk down the aisle and ceremony amazingly!  Of course once we reached the altar, Drew was off to the side swinging the pillow - which was just show, no attached rings - and Kady handed all her rose petals to Grammy, GrampC and GG. But they remained pretty quiet considering.

Seriously they were fantastic that whole evening - and the days leading up to it.  Dave and I couldn't stop telling Drew how proud we were of him.  At one point he told Dave, "I was just following instructions!"  So for a little reward I told him I'd take him to Chuck E Cheese tonight.  I completely expect all  this great behavior to hit it's wall at some point this week, because after all... he's THREE!

I'll snag more pictures from my cousin Jodi and give them to you in pieces this week... they're all on Facebook (well not all 760... but a nice sampling), so I'll give you a behind the scenes.  Here's a family shot to tide you over.

Homemade is Better

Growing up, my Mom always said the homemade gifts we made in school were extra special to her.  I thought they were cheesy and not as great as something perfect picked up at the store.  Well - I get it now...

For Mother's Day Drew made his first school gifts.  And you know what I love them!  Here's the card he made for me, with a picture of me and all...

And the present he made that was all wrapped up...

A stained glass votive candle.  Isn't it beautiful?!  I don't know what was better, seeing the project he made just for me, or how proud he was to give it to me.  Both were priceless.

Choir Boy

On Mother's Day Drew's Sunday School class through 6th grade sang in the children's choir. It started out so well with an excited little guy...




Since the choir loft is on the opposite side of the church from where we normally sit, I saved a few seats closer to our kiddo.

He did as well as can be expected for waking up at 4AM and sitting with 20 other kids. That is until it came time to sing. He suddenly got a "tummy-egg".

Imagining him puking on his friends or all over himself I pulled him out. He suddenly was fine but refused to go back in. Grrrrr

It's a miracle. After they stopped singing he felt better. (stage fright?)

He did go up to the front at the end of the service and sang a Mothers Day song. So I did get to hear that cute voice.

Several in the congregation told us how adorable he was, and reminded us he was the smallest/youngest of the bunch.

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