Happy Halloween from Bob Ross, Gwen Stacy, and one handsome hot dog

Celebration of Life

Today were blessed to celebrate the life of Frank Sammons. Frank and Kathy moved next door to Nana/Papa in 1991 when I was just 10 years old.  Through the years, our families have watched each other grow, laugh, grieve losses and became family with each other along the way.  A few years ago, Frank and Kathy moved to Magnolia, TX and wound up building a house just 10 minutes from us!  In the last few years, Frank's health had been declining.  As his health declined, our family was blessed to spend time with Frank and Mama K. Sometimes it was assisting around the house, but most often simply visiting with him. He was a man who loved his wife, nature shows (especially Shark Week), the Jets, and sharing stories. The memorial today was a wonderful event at their home in Magnolia and was attended by people both near and far. Nana and the Blevins family drove in from Round Rock to help celebrate Frank’s life. Mama K did an amazing job organizing everything and shared some very loving words and memories about Frank. Charles was blessed to be able to share a little bit about Frank as well and give the blessing over the food. He will be forever missed, but we know we will see him again.  We smile every time Cade wears a pair of his boots or shoes that he was given.  Thank you Frank for all the hugs, chuckles and memories.  We love you!

Baylor Homecoming vs Kansas State

Since it was Baylor's homecoming, we had the joy of having a brief AXO reunion with just a few sisters last minute at halftime.  After the game, we grabbed a Commons Grounds coffee and saw the eternal flame on campus.  We ended with a drive by my first dorm Collins (Room 607), and Charles apartment at the Athletic "Quad" (Apt 69). It's a great day to be a Bear!

Grapeland Peanut Festival

Growing up I always looked forward to going to the Peanut Festival with my grandparents after they moved to Grapeland, TX. It has been many years since I have been able to attend, and the family has never been. Well, the wait is over, and everyone made it this year! On Friday night, Grampee, Cade, and I attended the Grapeland Sandie Homecoming Game. Then the next morning started the parade. There were old tractors, old cars, horses, and as always, the Peanut Queen contestants themselves on floats. After the parade was over, we drove to the fairgrounds. There we shopped the booths of vendors selling all types of items. Whatever you are looking for from arts and crafts one-of-a-kind items. Cade bought himself a practice switchblade and I am pretty sure Stacy and I got swindled when purchasing a raffle ticket for a golf cart. What hit the spot though were the giant smoked turkey legs. They were delicious. Grampee and I even found ourselves registered in a washers tournament. Despite giving it our best, we lost in the first round to the team that had won the championship in prior years. It was still fun though. It was fun to simply relax with the family and enjoy the live music throughout the day as various groups, singers, and musicians performed.