Fall kept us busy. The kids swiftly fell back into their school routines and both took on soccer. So, our Monday/Wednesday/Saturdays were dominated by practices and games (when it wasn't torrentially raining in Austin).
In addition to family happenings, I spent the Fall and Winter planning for my next career move. After nine meaningful years at PSW, I decided to start a team with two colleagues. We signed on with Compass and have been over-the-top busy setting up the new business. It's been chaotic but also fun, knowing this new venture is all ours.
As we reflect back on this Fall, we remember those that we lost and cherish the wonderful memories we had with each one of them: Kay Jayaram, Sharon Johnson, Cinnie Fisk, and Jim Fisk.
We kicked off Fall with my 20 year high school reunion in Kansas City. Fun time reminiscing and catching up with old friends.
Lindsey and Meredith... so much history here:)
Meanwhile, Bama and Papa held down the fort in Austin. Peter Pan Mini Golf for the WIN.
We snuck off to Horseshoe Bay Resort with The Dennises for some pool and lake time. The kids kept busy foraging rocks and building this horseshoe wall.
Sums up this boy.
Lila and Fish
We sure do miss Cinnie. Mom was able to take her to Kansas to spread Grandpa's ashes before she passed.
Field trips galore for Fisher this Fall. Luckily I was able to go on all of them... never been more exhausted than after a day with 16 four year olds. His teacher is a SAINT!
First field trip, first nap on a bus... tired boy.
Hooray! Laura and Ryan are back from London. Such a sweet reunion.
Chiefffffffffs!
Fish is very proud that he can now write his name unprompted.
Banana bread baking help
More field trips! This one to the Wildflower Center.
Our friends who designed our backyard designed a super cool fort exhibit.
So much personality in this sweet class.
Eleanor babysitting Ruby!
Fisher takes a spill on a bike ramp. Luckily, our friend and Mathews' parent is an ER doc and glued him up at her house just three blocks away.
The kids had a blast playing soccer this fall.
Eleanor dominating
Birthday boat outing during ACL weekend.
Music + friends + sun = good times
Thomas Brothers
That face...
My girl...
ACLing weekend two with The Dennises
He actually wakes up like this. How in the heck does he create this in his slumber???
Trip to the San Antonio Zoo with the Hack and Dabiris.
Off to a Halloween party at Canopy with Nana
Fisher and his bud, Charlie. Every time these two hang, they're dripping with sweat.
Clarksville Halloween decorations
Outing for pumpkins the week of Halloween... better late than never?
Daddy took on this project solo while I volunteered for Octoberama at school.
School carnival! I was fortunate enough to have the opportunity to be a chair for the carnival, raising over $22,000 for our amazing school. Such a rewarding experience!
Surprise lunch visit with Ellie Girl
Happy Halloween, before the torrential rain! Pinnochio, Geppetto, a dragon and a rainbow
Assessing the loot
TULUM! The most relaxed I've been in a looooong time. So much fun - what an incredible place.
We hopped to different boutique hotels each day... so quaint and peaceful
View from breakfast at The Real Coconut... quite possibly my favorite breakfast of all time.
Brian, Justin, and Tim
Me, Meghan, and Ellen
Ceviche, guac, and fish tacos - delish
My cute little turkeys!
So grateful
Thomases in town for the festivities
Kid crew! Eleanor insisted on making Thanksgiving party favor bags for all of the kids. Love my little hostess.
Lawrence Gals
Remembering Uncle Jim
Another Fisher field trip. So lucky to be so involved in such a sweet sweet school
'Tis the season!
Ice skating at Whole Foods.
Park play date with Grant - best buds, these two
Found this little gem... someone was excited for Christmas at the beach:)
In the spirit
Fisher's creations he showed off at his holiday learning celebration.
Art by Fish... our family and house. Such a proud Mama!
Making a beaded candy cane ornament
Fisher and his friend, Sameena
Eleanor's family photo and poem. Love this girl's heart.
More work from E...
Baking and decorating cookies for Daddy's clients.
Trail of Lights at Zilker Park never disappoints.
Holiday sleepover at Kiki's!
I always made fun of my mom and her obsession with holiday cards. I'm now that person... so giddy going to the mailbox during the month of December.
Christmas card 2018
Off to the races! Kelly, Danielle, and I signed on with Compass in January and are so thrilled about our new venture!
