Mini me

If its not this tennis racket... its his golf club.

So true to his mini-me style.... Hayden got his very own golf set.

He enjoyed his dinner at the driving range before unleashing his inner "tiger woods"

Karaoke

Karaoke gathering with some of the Dinh cousins and nieces/nephews. It was a lot of fun! The little ones did most of the singing while we hung out and enjoyed each others company.

Steve and I sang one of our favorite duets by Jason Mraz & Colbie Caillat. We love this song.

Thuylan holding Hudson with Jason.

Cindy, Mien, & Tina.

Thu Thao & Vivian

All of the nieces and nephews.

Vivian & Haley.

Diane & little Langdon

Dan chillin'

Thu Thao & Vivian

Phi & Phong

Thomas the Train

Hayden is going through his train phase and of course Daddy had to get the entire set. I was hesitant at first because of its size... but the smile on his face is priceless.

Oh yeah... Hayden's expression is pretty cute too... hee hee.

I heart these two....

We took Hayden to the pool today, grilled some mini-burgers for dinner and wrapped up the evening by relaxing by the tv. Steve was beat today and fell asleep on the couch much earlier than usual. After brushing Hayden's teeth and letting him tire himself out before bed.... I went upstairs to get a couple of things when I find him snuggled up to his daddy..... sound of asleep.

At the end of the day.... I have a wonderful life and grateful for all of my blessings.

Little boys and highlighters....deadly combinations.

Hayden was in the office today and up to no good....but I love him. He runs around the office, watches his videos, and in this case....got into the highlighter and pen drawer.






I don't know why they make white toddler clothes....and I always say that when I put him in white. When will I learn! That highlight was allllll over him!

Hayden sleeping in his own bed

Potty training....check.

We felt pretty confident at trying the 'sleep in your own bed' thing

So we tucked Hayden into bed and waited until he was fully asleep before we felt comfortable in leaving him to sleep alone. We turned on the light in the closet as a night light and left our growing boy (*tear *tear).

At 5 in the morning...Hayden was crying. We ran over to his room and climbed into bed with him to comfort him.

Screw the sleeping alone thing.... Even if he was ready for the next big step, I don't think mommy and daddy are.

Canyon Lakes - June 2010

Amanda was going away to college at West Point....what a wonderful way to send her off and get the entire family together. Chi Tram's family drove all the way from San Diego.....and we all drove in from Houston and Austin to Canyon Lakes-close to New Braunfels. We enjoyed great barbecue, late night chats, fun in the sun....just good quality time! Definitely not a good time to loose my camera charger...urg.... Well these are the pic I have to capture the weekend.

Austin waiting to go out to the lake.

Uncle David gave Nic a 'bug home' thingy....they found the coolest little critter - an insect that looks like a branch- a walking stick. Sorry no pics.

Luke's ready!

Kids inspecting bugs....ew.... Uncle David looking on and not ready for this picture moment. Sorry Uncle David.... I didn't want to crop you out of the picture.

Paulina looks so tired going out to the lake. Don't worry P, you're definitely like your aunt....don't get me out of bed before 10 please....

Who knew there was a body of water in Texas so clean!

Nic....

This boy won't leave home with this racket!

All of the lovely young ladies striking a pose....


Trying to get a pic of all the boys wasn't easy.... especially with Hayden running out of every pic after I throw him in the middle of the group and try to escape....Gotta love it.

Steve flying kites with Hayden, Nic, and Paulina.


Anh Vinny-the best assessory to any camping or outdoor activity. His marinated Korean beef ribs were delish! And as you can see....he's been working out. Chi Trang, you lucky girl...(haa haa)

more pics on

Lisa's blog: http://www.lisalonghorn.blogspot.com/
Chi Tram's web: http://www.bertisan.com/
Chi Thu's blog: http://thulovealways.blogspot.com/
or Melissa's blog: http://www.melissanguyen.blogspot.com/