Connor's First Football Game and More

Connor had another fun week, and it ended with a bang. Today, we took Connor to his very first football game. We went to a Houston Texans game at Reliant Stadium. We were brave enough to do it, because we had access to a suite and we figured he could run around if necessary, but it turned out he was captivated by the game or at least something going on around him, because he mostly sat on Jeff's lap, quite content the entire game. We ended up leaving with about 5 minutes left in the game, not because Connor was fussy, but because we wanted to beat some of the traffic. It was amazing.

Now, we both agreed, we're still not ready to take him to other sporting events, because the suite was so fantastic and I think that's what helped. We had lots of space, food and drinks available at any moment, room to set our drinks and our bags, and room for Connor to stand in the aisle or in the main area if necessary, plus we were a safe distance from any unruly or vulgar NFL fans. At an Aggie game for example, you don't even have a seat back and you're touching your knees to the person in front of you's back.

Connor got to have a yummy and very sinfully delicious lunch complete with potato salad and a chocolate chip cookie so if he were smart, he'd want to come back to a football game really soon. He also got to run off some energy at half time as we ran up and down the hallway where the suites connect. We worried after his taste of freedom, he wouldn't want to sit back on Jeff's lap to watch the second half, but he did great. He also didn't seem to mind the noise, including the cannons that go off when the Texans score. He was a champ.

In other news, Connor also got his second haircut on Saturday and looks like a little man. We also went over to a friend's house who was having some ladies over with their sons. These women are all actually wives of men that went to A&M together with Jeff, but now we women have become friends. Anyway, it is always fun to see us now years out of college with children and it's funny, because we all have boys. They played, ate dinner, and had a good time.

Connor has a little bit of a runny nose, but I'm hoping he powers through and we have another good week. I'm here to give him TLC if he needs it though.

Connor was in a bit of a "mood" one day this week, so I brought out the big guns..."the bag of 100 balls." Imagine Connor's delight. As you can see, it turned his frown upside down in a hurry.

I tried to get a video, but he also "kicked" a ball for the first time intentionally. At first it was an accident, but then he was doing it on purpose and it was really cute. I haven't really been able to get him to repeat "kicking" but we're working on it. He loves to throw balls, but kicking is not in the cards just yet.

We had to pick up more dog food for Maizey so we did some sight seeing in the pet store. Connor was fascinated by the birds.

Saturday morning, Jeff took Connor to McDonald's for breakfast and then out to do some shopping and go to the park. They had a fun morning and Mommy got some time to relax.

Later, Jeff drove to College Station to watch the Aggies beat OU and I got to see Michigan beat Illinois. It was a good football day in our house.

Connor got his second haircut like a seasoned pro.

I put him a cute fall outfit, but I couldn't get him to do much posing (surprise, surprise). You get the picture though.

Here we are at Annie Icke's house. Connor is dining with the other kiddos. As you can see, the other kids were thoroughly entertaining Connor. He loved it. There was one three year old that cracked him up.

Playing in the play room.

Have you ever seen this many kids posing so well at once. We couldn't believe it! It's a miracle. What cuties.

Jeff and Connor ready for the Texans game at home.

Practicing their high fives.

Walking up to the huge Reliant Stadium.

Is that bull trying to head butt Connor?

Go Texans! They lost to the Chargers, but it was still fun.

We had a great view from our suite on the 45 yard line. Cool!

I love football!

Having some lunch and watching the game.

This picture sums it up. As you can see, he clearly was memorized by the action. I guess it was inevitable that Jeff and I would raise a football lover. Ha! What a fun family outing.