The Schwertner's Family Christmas!

MaMaw and Cole. More pics of the family to come.
Highway 287 between Vernon and Wichita Falls.
This Christmas will be a Christmas we'll never forget. We headed out to Childress on Dec. 23 to have Christmas with the Pierces(Justin, Janet, Cole and Natalie). We planned to go on to Plano on the 24th(Christmas Eve) to spend Christmas with Jessica. Unfortunately the weather made a turn for the worse. We stayed an extra night at the Pierces in hopes that the weather would clear up in the morning of Christmas to on to Plano. While there we attended Christmas Eve mass with them and got to see the happy faces of two little ones on Christmas morning. On Christmas afternoon we decided to go to Plano. Stopped to get gas and some lunch at the Allsup's. We left Kimmy our dog in the car and guess what. She locked us out. We did not know what to do. Our smart son in law asked if we had OnStar, in which we do and it worked. Thanks Justin!! The road between Childress and Vernon was clear. We were so excited that we had a great clear road to travel onto Plano. But to our surprise we ran into some ice/snow and very slow moving traffic 8 miles before we got to Iowa Park. Instead of taking only two hours to get to Wichita Falls it to us 6. Highway 287 was so bad that we decided to pull over and stay at a hotel. Our luck kept getting worse. Every restuarant was close on Christmas Day, so we settled for some sandwiches from the Stripes Conveniece store. Funny now but not at the time. So I give you permission to laugh now if you'd like. The Chinese buffet was open but we didn't eat there. If we would have we would have ordered duck. hee.. The next morning we decided to come on back home instead of attempting to travel to Plano. Our hearts were broken that we wouldn't get to see Jessica but we had to think about our safety. We will have Christmas again when we do see Jessica again.
Like I said before this will be a Christmas we will NEVER forget!!

Thanksgiving and on to Christmas.

Thanksgiving was great, got to spend lots of quality time with the family. The girls and I went out on Black Friday and had a blast. This is a tradition we started two years ago and I hope we keep it up. Now that Thanksgiving is over I can concentrate on Christmas. I love this time of year and cannot wait to be with my girls and grandbabies again. This year we will be spending Christmas with Jessica in Plano.. if the weather cooperates.

San Antonio's 2009 Rock and Roll 1/2 Marathon

Three little words: I DID IT!!!! I ran in my first 1/2 marathon(13.1 miles) after only training for 7 months. It was in San Antonio, Tx. I finished in 2 hours and 44 min. My daughter Jessica ran in the full marathon(26.1). She finished in 4 hours and 33 min. I never imagined that I would ever run in such a race. I'm glad I did. It was such an amazing experince. I think I'm ready to do another. hee. hee. I will post pictures later.

The Angels of North Elementary

Today we got to dress up for Halloween. The entire school participated and there are so many cute costumes. We in the office decided to be Angels. Thank goodness our halos didn't fire up when we put them up. heee. Here are a few pictures of us. The nurses dressed up as devils.

Texas Tech Road 10k Race, Tech Homecoming and Kid's Visit

Last week was one busy week at Schwertner Country. The kids(Janet, Justin, Cole, Natalie and Jessica and Matt) came down for the Tech homecoming. I ran in the 10k run at Tech on Sat. morning. The temperature was in the 40's, yes it was quite chilly for the first mile, then the long sleeve shirt came off. I ran the whole 10k without stopping or walking and it took me 1:05 to finish. Not bad for an old lady like me. That evening we all attended the Texas Tech/Kansas State game. We tailgated for a little while before with some friends and then headed for the game. It was a great game. Sheffield is something else. Way to go Tech and Sheffield!! Cole had such a great time too. Natalie got to stay with great granny and great aunt Suzanne.

Jessica left on Sunday and Janet and Justin stayed till Wed. and took Bryan back with them. He'll be coming back today or tomorrow. I miss them all already.

Today I ran my 8 miles and did pretty good considering I didn't run all week. I've got to get back to running and following my schedule. The marathon is in less than 4 weeks. I'm getting so excited but I'm ready for it to come and go on the other hand. I would like to run when I want and not have to follow a schedule.

Race for the Cure

Today Danielle and I participated in the Race for the Cure run. Danielle walked the 1 mile walk while I ran the 5k(3.2miles). I cannot believe how many people actually take place in this event. It is all for a good cause. I think there were about 8500 that participated. That is just unbelieveable! I was very proud of my run I didn't even stop or walked once. My time has gotten better. I cut at least 6 min. since my last 5k in July. Not bad for an old lady like me I guess. I"m now really looking for to the Rock N Roll 1/2 marathon in San Antonio in Nov.

Here are a few pic of the race. On one picture I'm running along Kenny and Brian Maines. I did not know they were right there til I looked at the pictures, Bryan who was taking the pic did not know either he was taking a pic of the Maines. I thought it wa so funny to see all three of us together.

Some Cooper friends before the run.

Balloon launch.Amy, LaEtta and Mary Ann before the run.Brian and Kenny Maines and MaryAnn. Bryan did not even know that he was also photographing the Maines. How funny is that that he caught us all together. LOL!! I did pass them at the end though.

Fifteen Years Ago Today

Sweet little Danielle on August 18, 1994

THEN

NOWDanielle our youngest of three daughters was born 15 years ago today. Danielle was born on August 18, 1994 at 2:01pm weighing 8lbs 7oz and was 21 1/2 in. Danielle was named after the character Dani on "The Man in the Moon" starring Reese Witherspoon. She was such a joy and still is. She is keeping Bryan and I very busy by either driving her to Athletic training every afternoon or by taking her to her friend's house at a last minute decision.
In one year she will be driving and then we won't have anything else to do. I guess that's we will grow old. Hopefully she will be getting her driving permit within a month. Our little girl has really grown up alot in the last few months. She will be a sophmore this year. It seems like it was just yesterday that I was dropping her off at Preschool(Future Generations).

Danielle was surprised today with a chocolate chip cookie cake at the Athletic training building today. I wanted her to celebrate with her training buddies. According to Danielle they all had a blast and enjoyed the cookie.

Tonight we celebrated her b-day with a home cooked meal(meatloaf, mash potatoes, gravy and green beans) and a pecan pie instead of a b-day cake. I did not have the number 5 to go along with the number 1 so Bryan cut out a 5 and placed it next to the one. Yes, very redneck style. hee. She was all laughs thought and I guess that's what really matters. Pictures of today's birthday to come at a later date.

Happy 15th Birthday Daniellie!! We love you so much, Momma and Daddy