The Krueger Family

Cousins!

2010-09-11T06:56:00.001-07:00

SLEEPOVER!!

1st Day of School

2010-09-11T06:41:00.000-07:00

Wyatt looked very dapper for his first day of school, he loves his new teacher, Mrs. McCullough, and he has another Wyatt in his class this year (different from the Wyatt last year). I had jury duty the same morning so I said my goodbyes full of hugs, kisses and smiles at the house, this approach saved me some tears. Wow - how did he get so big - he is 4 going on 30 :) -Wyatt had a wonderful day and Will and I couldn't be more proud.

Rocket Launch

2010-09-11T06:36:00.000-07:00

Wyatt and Hannah helped Will build a rocket - it was a "blast" for all involved! I couldn't get the countdown music to cooperate with the video but you will still get the idea :)

Our Sweet Kids

2010-08-29T07:54:00.000-07:00

Our SWEET children - just can't get enough of them!

Hannah came out of my bathroom and from a distance I thought she was bleeding...she had only applied her "lip-licks", a pretty good job if you ask me!

The Gray Ranch

2010-08-29T07:26:00.000-07:00

We made a stop at the Gray Ranch on the way home from Wyoming. Wyatt, Cady and Tucker all took turns on the horses but Cutter and Hannah refused all attempts! Wyatt and Cutter also found a rope and were determined to catch and rope the chickens. We had a blast - Wyatt loved the pigs and chickens but he was most excited about riding the horse "all by myself" - I have to admit I was pretty proud and very nervous - he looked so tiny riding solo on the saddle.

2010-08-24T19:51:00.000-07:00

We had the whole family in the TINY town of Lusk, Wyoming for Grandpa Taylor's funeral. Although it has been hard to say goodbye it was wonderful to spend time with all of our family -we shared lots and lots of wonderful memories. As you can see below, Grandma and Grandpa Taylor started one HUGE family!!

Grandma Taylor with all of the grandkids (9) and spouses Sisters - Mom, Kari and AlisonThe Lange FamilyAunt Alison and her family Aunt Kari and her family

Mom and Dad

Our attempt at a family picture

Colt, Mindy, Cutter and Cady

Tay, Kendra and Tucker

The 5 out of 8.5 Great Grandkids that would participate for ANOTHER picture

Some of the last few pics were from the gathering after the funeral. It was a beautiful night with a wonderful sunset and quality time spent with family and friends...a perfect cap for an emotional day.

2010-08-12T19:27:00.000-07:00

We took a trip to Arizona in June to spend some time with "Grandpa Great & Grandma Great"...Grandpa (my moms dad) was battling cancer and it was important to us to go and take the kids to "squeeze his neck" and let him know how much we love him. We spent three days in AZ and had other family visitors too - cousin Cooper scored brownie points with the kids. We moved grandpa so he could watch the water fights through the windows, we read books, told stories and sang all of our favorite songs (ABC's and the Wheels on the Bus). WE LOVE GRANDPA GREAT!

Grandpa Great went to Heaven and that is very hard to explain to a 4yr old...

Wyatt: Mom where is GGreat?

Mom: In heaven

Wyatt: How did he get there?

Mom: The angels

Wyatt: When did they take him and how?

Mom: Angels can come at all times of the day or night and they have God's magic to help

Wyatt: Can he come back to see us?

Mom: In our dreams and we can talk to him when we say our prayers at night.

Wyatt's prayer later that night : Dear God - thank you for today, thank you for keeping a safe world and tell Grandpa Great I want the angels to bring him back - Amen.

Mom: Crying :)

Big Bob's 50th - (aka dad, gramps, big foot bob)

2010-08-11T21:05:00.000-07:00

We took a family trip to Mexico to celebrate Dad's 50th birthday - we ALL had a blast!! We were joined by my dad's three older sisters and their families...we had cousins and their babies to play with!! I hope to get some more pics of the fun posted soon - I know I am missing some of the cousins in the few posted here and we have so many memories to share!!

2010-07-06T20:02:00.000-07:00

The kids picked out their "working clothes and boots" to help daddy in the yard.

Hannah is THREE!

2010-06-07T20:50:00.000-07:00

1 month

1 year

2 years

3 years

Hannah turned 3!! WOW how quick they grow!!

We had a small family gathering but a HUGE time!

SUMMER FUN

2010-06-07T19:44:00.000-07:00

SUMMER FUN!!!

Easter

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T-Ball - Let the craziness begin!!

2010-04-15T06:09:00.000-07:00

The kiddos are so dang cute and believe it or not, they improve with each game! Wyatt is on the Fighting Illini and they play twice a week - let the craziness begin!

2010-04-15T05:43:00.000-07:00

Bright and early - Midland Memorial - Wed, March 31st, 2010 - TubesHugs for daddyLittle bit loopy from the "amnesia meds" which also caused an allergic reaction

Coming out of surgery - mad - but the operation was a success!

By later that afternoon Hannah was back to her normal happy self.

We have been illness free for the last two weeks - the longest time span for 2010!

Woo Hoo!!

2010-03-22T16:33:00.000-07:00

We had a great day at the park UNTIL Hannah got "hosed" with a full coke! The pictures are a bit backwards but definitely tell the entire story!!

2010-03-22T16:26:00.000-07:00

Yes, this is my darling daughter. Yes, she is dressed in her big brothers clothes. Yes, her daddy dressed her right down to the ruffled socks! Priceless!

2010-03-22T16:18:00.000-07:00

Texas Independence Day!

"SNOW!! Mommy you gotta see this!!!"

2010-02-23T15:15:00.000-08:00

The kids were tickled to wake up to a yard full of snow! They used the snow to build a snowman, a fort, played baseball with "snowballs", and chased daddy around the yard. Hannah loved to eat the snow and would try and run but usually end up face first - she would get up just giggling. You can see the twinkle in Wyatt's eyes - he thought it was magic! Fun Fun Fun!

FUN with Gran at the park

2010-02-23T12:58:00.000-08:00

Mom took Wyatt, Hannah, Cutter and Cady to the park, needless to say they ALL had a great time.

2010-01-08T14:08:00.000-08:00

Merry Christmas!

Warming up by the fire and "cheesing" for a picture! The kids helped Will build a snowman the first week in December - they ALL had fun playing in the snow!

The kids putting out cookies and reindeer food on Christmas Eve.

Santa brought a helicopter along with other goodies - Wyatt also got a policeman costume and Hannah got some makeup that she put on "all by myself". We loaded the kids up for a hay ride and then bundled up that night to look at Christmas lights - Gramps drove the polaris and blarred Christmas carols - it was cold but very fun!

2009-12-24T04:28:00.000-08:00

HAPPY 4TH BIRTHDAY WYATT!!

Cutter, Cady and Hannah helped Wyatt celebrate his 4th birthday on December 8th. Hard to believe he is 4 - what a cutie! TRAINS and more TRAINS was this years theme...Chug a Chug a Choo Choo!

Thanksgiving...

2009-12-17T14:54:00.001-08:00

Thanksgiving 2009

To Catch You Up...

2009-11-11T07:59:00.000-08:00

WOW, we have been incredibly busy and here are a few pictures to catch you up...

Bath Time Fun

While the house was under construction we didn't have toys...On October 26th our nephew Tucker Thompson Lange was born, he weighed in at 9lbs 5oz and was 22in long. He is so precious and we ALL adore him!

Halloween! 1 meerkat, 1 pink panther pretending to be a meerkat, 1 pumpkin, 1 train engineer and 1 baby lobster!!

Wyatt and his teacher, Snow White (aka Mrs. Kelly Hullender)-Wyatt loves her!Nana and Grandpa Richard came in town for Daddy's 30th birthday and while they were here we enjoyed the pumpkin patch and pumpkin carving.

Hannah and Cady - best buds- cutie pies!!

2009-09-28T21:04:00.000-07:00

Make a Smilebox slideshow

Both Ears on Both Kids!

2009-09-21T11:05:00.001-07:00

Both kiddos making up for last nights lost sleep...they are obviously exhausted. Wyatt and Hannah have ear infections in both ears - Ouch - they have been such troopers despite the pain!

A picture of Hannah with a SMILE!!

2009-09-21T11:00:00.000-07:00

SWEET SMILE!!

2009-09-11T15:13:00.000-07:00

Reminder: Come check out the fun home decor and holiday items ---wholesale prices!!!

Head to mom and dad's house: Lisa Lange, 116 Solomon Lane, 79705!!
Friday night and Saturday, September 12th 9:00am - 3:00pm

Bring a friend and come shop with us - we will have wine!!

August Fun in the Jumper!

2009-09-03T15:45:00.000-07:00

We really did have fun in the Jumper - not sure why I can't get a picture of Hannah smiling! The kids get so hot in the jumper, ready for the weather to cool off a bit so they can really enjoy it!

Dress-Up Fun with the Cousins

2009-09-03T15:20:00.000-07:00

Sea World with Granny and Grandpa

2009-08-25T07:47:00.000-07:00

While Will and I enjoyed the cool weather in Jackson Hole, mom and dad took the kids to San Antonio for swimming, the zoo, and sea world! Wyatt and Hannah had a blast and are still talking about their trip with Granny and Grandpa.

Lis and Nic say "I DO" - Jackson Hole, WY

2009-08-14T11:39:00.000-07:00

We had a wonderful time in Jackson Hole, WY - a beautiful wedding! I hope to post more pictures of the Wedding weekend soon!

Brick Fireplace Mantle vs Toddler....

2009-07-27T23:02:00.000-07:00

And the winner was Brick Fireplace Mantle by TKO!

Surprisingly everyone stayed calm and no stitches were required!

OUCH!!

And the ice cream made it better!

Sweet Baby Girl!!

2009-07-27T22:51:00.000-07:00

Batter Up!

2009-07-27T22:15:00.000-07:00

Today's lesson...baking and decorating cupcakes

2009-07-27T21:57:00.000-07:00

Tomorrow's lesson, JIGGLERS!

Christmas in July

2009-07-27T21:45:00.000-07:00

The kids had a blast wearing the "wee bit small" Christmas pjs. My how they have grown since last Christmas :)!!

Miss Priss and Mr. Fix-it....

2009-07-27T21:35:00.000-07:00

wait...Mr.Priss and Miss Fix-it!!

Helping Daddy

2009-07-27T19:14:00.000-07:00

2009-07-22T18:40:00.001-07:00

It has been a really really long time since I updated the blog!!! Below are some pictures from the 4th of July, a wedding shower for some friends (more pics soon I hope) and the kids hanging out. We hope everyone is having a wonderful summer!

Grandpa Jerry's Ordination Service - First United Methodist Church in Midland

2009-06-17T20:04:00.000-07:00

Grandpa Jerry was ordained last Friday (June 12th) and everyone was in town to celebrate and participate in the service. Great Grandma and Grandpa Krueger came in from San Antonio, Uncle Mike, Cassie and Uncle John were in from Austin and of course Jerry was here from Albany. Jerry has moved to Lubbock to be a pastor at Lake Ridge Methodist, he starts this Sunday. Congratulations Grandpa Jerry!

Hannah is TWO!

2009-06-03T15:26:00.000-07:00

Hannah at 1mo, 1 year, and 2 years old!
We had a small family gathering for Hannah's 3rd Birthday but had a huge time!

Now that my teeth are fixed can I have...?

2009-06-03T15:13:00.000-07:00

Wyatt went to Midland Memorial Hospital last Thursday to get his "teeth fixed", he had 16 out of 20 teeth capped and was under anesthesia for 2+ hours. He was very brave and such a trooper. The first thing he started asking for when he was feeling better..."Mommy, can I have juice now that my teeth are not broken, or maybe just sugar free treats?" Click on the picture above or the link below for some pictures of the big day at the hospital.

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Memorial Day Fun!

2009-06-03T10:19:00.000-07:00

Kenny Chesney (aka Cutter Bug), Willie (aka Wyatt) and "The Girls" enjoying an awesome Memorial Day at Gran and Gramps!

Transplant Twittered

2009-05-20T11:41:00.000-07:00

I am so excited to share the news of a successful transplant! I have attached a video in the right corner of Amanda in her interview with Fox News. Chris, Johns daddy, gave little John one of his kidneys and it is working beautifully. John is doing excellent and will be in Children's hospital for several more days, however Chris is having a bit of a hard time and needs our prayers for a speedy recovery. I will keep you posted. You can also go to the Children's Hospital of Dallas website and see pictures and the script from the actual surgery - it was amazing!!

SLEEPOVER

2009-05-15T10:58:00.000-07:00

Cutter spent the night with Wyatt and Hannah - so stinking cute!

Clean Bill of Health

2009-05-14T11:25:00.000-07:00

Just wanted to share the exciting news from Hannah's last Urology appointment; Hannah's ovaries are CLEAR! No more cysts, no more pelvic ultrasounds and no more pediatric urology visits to Lubbock! Dr. Vordermark said she looks great and he is no longer concerned about Hannah.

When Hannah was born all of the doctors and nurses caring for her explained that Hannah, like most preemies, would be a bit behind developmentally until she was 2 years old. On June 1st, less than a month away, Hannah will be TWO and she is PERFECT! Now that we don't have to see the urologist we no longer have any signs, symptoms or issues that may have been caught or caused because of Hannah's prematurity. We are so lucky, blessed and in awe of our little miracle (who by the way loves shopping and shoes!!).

Mothers Day Weekend Project

2009-05-11T08:15:00.001-07:00

We had a very busy Mothers Day Weekend - We painted the outside of our house (3 coats of paint on the brick and 2 coats on the trim) and cleaned the front flower beds. We could not have finished this huge project without help from Colter, Mindy, Mom and Dad! See below for the before and after pics...

BEFORE (May 8th,2009)

AFTER (May 10th, 2009)

WE LOVE IT! GOODBYE ORANGE!!

We are going to add shutters and hopefully get the flower beds in shape soon!

NANA'S Visit to Midland...

2009-05-02T14:35:00.000-07:00

The kids had a great time with Nana, they painted pictures, read a ton of books, built forts, baked muffins, went to the park, colored pictures, played with "static stickers", sang songs and danced the week away. Are you tired yet? We were ALL exhausted! Hope to have more pictures soon but meanwhile, RELAX and enjoy the pictures :)

Our Climber

2009-04-23T13:00:00.000-07:00

Wyatt shut himself in my parents pantry and climbed to the top shelf, we heard him yelling for help but we couldn't find him. When we opened the pantry door he said "I can't get down"!

Believe it or not there are three shelves not visible in this picture!!

Our Little Buddy

2009-04-16T21:07:00.000-07:00

Below is a picture of my good friend Amanda holding her son John (Wyatt's first little buddy) and Wyatt...

Many of you have heard me talk about this precious family and know what a miracle John is. Click here to read John's story http://www.carepages.com/carepages/JohnChristopher/updates/2092854

John, like Wyatt, is now 3 years old and just had his second major surgery. They removed one kidney in February and the second kidney today, he is due to recieve one of his daddy's kidney's this May. He is such a trooper and has such an amazing family - Mommy (Amanda), Daddy (Chris), and Big brother (Cody) - our thoughts and prayers are with them all!

Here is a picture of John from a recent trip to CO.

We are thinking of you John!

Exciting Easter News

2009-04-13T15:46:00.001-07:00

Four Best Friends/Cousins + One on the way!!!

Taylor and Kendra surprised everyone with the "baby news" at brunch on Easter Sunday. Below is a picture of the surprised grandparents. Everyone is so excited and anxious for "baby Lange" to make his/her arrival early this November! Congratulations Taylor and Kendra!

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Our failed attempts of getting a nice Easter picture of the kids...

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The Easter Bunny was very busy and left great treats!

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The kiddos getting ready for the Easter Bunny...

Finally Uploaded Some Video

2009-04-08T22:58:00.000-07:00

I finally figured out how to get my videos uploaded and I have posted two of them. The first video is the kids opening an Easter Package from Nana and the second is the kids creating a poster for Great G&G Taylor. Enjoy!

Poster for Grandpa and Grandma Great!

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Watch the kids make a poster for G&G Great! Hit Play!

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Wyatt - January 2009

We are waiting on Hannah's picture...

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The Krueger Family - January 2009

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Hannah's latest...
Immediately following dinner Hannah walks towards the bathroom while attempting to undress herself and repeats..." I want bubble, I want bubble"

2009-03-30T13:23:00.000-07:00

Wyatt knows we mow our lawn on Saturday's and therefore everyone must mow their lawn on Saturday. We were jogging on Thursday of last week and saw one of our neighbors mowing their lawn, Wyatt said "Is it his Saturday?"...

2009-03-30T13:17:00.000-07:00

Daddy's little helper

2009-03-27T06:34:00.000-07:00

Hold on Hannah!

2009-03-27T06:30:00.000-07:00

John Deere (aka Wyatt) was giving free tractor rides!

What a goober!

2009-03-25T08:07:00.000-07:00

It has been really nice outside and I told Wyatt if he wanted to go outside and play he needed to go in his room and get a pair of shorts, a hat and his shoes. When he came out of his room he was wearing his winter hat, his boots on the wrong feet and he forgot the shorts completely! What a goober!

2009-03-25T07:58:00.000-07:00

"Operating at his normal pace!"

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"All Smiles"

2009-03-23T15:29:00.000-07:00

Happy St. Patricks Day!!

"Sweet Pea"

2009-03-23T15:12:00.000-07:00

The safety glasses might protect the eyes (if they had plastic lenses) but they won't stop you from stuffing a green pea up your nose! Hannah successfully got a pea up her nose last Saturday at dinner but after a visit to the pediatricians office today we are "pea-less"!

We have been inspired...

2009-03-23T14:46:00.000-07:00

Welcome to our blog! We have several friends who have inspired us to create our own blog and I can only hope we manage it as well as they do. I will do my best to post pictures, fun stories and maybe tackle a video or two...the future remains to be seen! Enjoy!