Catching Up!

Wow, I am so behind on this blog! We have had a crazy busy past month. One of the biggest events of the month was Josh's graduation. There were lots of parties and celebrations, so I will start with those. The first event was Josh's graduation dinner at Cullen's Restaurant.

It was a beautiful dinner, everything was done really nicely. And it gave Josh and me an excuse to get dressed up and get out of the house. Avery enjoyed it too!

Most of Josh's graduating class were there with their spouses. Sean's wife Tara holding the baby.

Sean and Tara

Betsy, Josh and Menka

Chris, Aimee and Menka

The graduating class of Spring 2010!

After we left Cullen's we went up to my work to show off Miss Avery. I had to weigh her while we were up there. Big girl weighed 14#4oz! And this was a month ago, I can only imagine how much she is now.

I wonder if she was having de ja vu?

The following day, we went to Josh's friend Dustin's graduation party. I was a yatch club in Kemah, and it was pretty cold this day! Here is Avery staying warm.

Wearing our babies!

There was a big washers tournament. Washers is kind of like horseshoes, and its real popular out here.

Josh boiled about 400 pounds of crawfish! And of course they were excellent.

The following week, Josh finished up all of his requirements at school. Once he was done with all that he came home and celebrated with beer. He said this is how doctors drink beer (fancy beer wearing a button up shirt and tie)

The Friday before Josh's graduation, the WHOLE family came in. I made a ham, baked macaroni and broccoli salad for everyone. It was so nice for everyone to be together. Here is Avery with her little cousin Caroline.

Saturday April 17th was the big day. Josh became a DOCTOR!!!

He had the biggest cheering section there, and everyone was from out of town!

Dr. Brassard making his speech.

Avery was sooooo good during the ceremony.

Josh receiving his doctorate hood.

Joshua Alexander LeBlanc, Doctor of Chiropractic!

Jon making the salutatorian speech.

Ashley was the Valedictorian. So proud of our Louisiana people!

After the ceremony was picture time. Here is Mr. Chris and Mrs. Aleta with all of their grandbabies.

The Danford clan.

Josh and his grandparents.

The guys...three generations of amazing men.

There are a lot more pictures of the family...but they wouldn't load up! I will try to post them when it is working better.

After the graduation, we had everyone come over for a crawfish boil.

Josh with his cookie cake.

Grandma and her girl

The crawfish were so good!

Everyone enjoying the festivities.

Little baby Caroline...she weighed as much here, as Avery did when she was born. She is so tiny and cute.

Hanging out.

Jake and Angela bonding with the baby.

Tequila shot for the new doc!

The next day was Avery's baby dedication. It meant so much to us to have everyone in town for Josh's graduation, and we wanted to dedicate Avery with all of our family there.

Our family :)

Avery with her Mimi and Papa

Avery and Grandma

After the dedication, once everyone left, we packed up and headed into Louisiana for Josh to interview for his new job. While we were in we saw Julian and Aunt Jo.

Avery got to spend some more quality time with her Papa.

That was another quick trip in and before long we had to head back to Texas again. Avery is ready for her ride with energy drinks and candy :)

Once we got back from that Louisiana trip, I went back to work. That is why I am so behind on my blogging! Josh also accepted his job as an associate at All American Medical and Chiropractic in Covington! The doctor he will be working for, basically brings in new docs, he teaches them the business, and will eventually help them open their own clinic. Its an awesome opportunity! It also means that we are moving! I put in my two week notice last week, our condo is on the market and we have found a rental house in Mandeville. It is exciting and stressful all at the same time. But I am so proud of Josh and all of his hard work and dedication. I am looking forward to starting our new lives!

Happy Easter!

We went home to Louisiana for Avery's first Easter. We spent the beginning of the trip in Baton Rouge with my mom. On Friday, Jonnilin and Julian came up to visit. We we went to the park for a picnic and to play. Here is my mom rocking her baby girl. Josh testing out the swings.

Grandma with both of her grandbabies

Friday night the girls decided to go to Corks N Canvas. We painted, had a few glasses of wine and relaxed.

TaDa!!!

Josh was so sweet and watched the babies for us so we could hang out.

On Saturday we drove into Luling. Saturday evening we got ready for the Easter bunny by dyeing eggs.

After that Avery enjoyed a bath in Mimi's sink.

Avery's first Easter basket!

She got a few toys, some books and a couple of little outfits.

She was very excited when she woke up that morning, can't you tell!

Easter is hard work!

After breakfast we got ready for church. Avery was a little stinker during the Mass. I think she got hot and uncomfortable. We got a few family pictures when we got home for church.

She was much happier once we got her out of those clothes!

Uncle Corey and cousin Cole came over to play.

Cole was SOOO sweet with Avery. He was so nice and gentle with her.

Kissing cousins!

We went to Josh's grandparents for a late lunch of ham, sweet potato casserole, broccoli salad and baked macaroni. It was so good! Here are Corey and Uncle Glen passed out after eating.

Callie, Chelsi and Dane enjoying the beautiful day.

"pole to pole or hole to hole"

Cole finding Easter eggs, I can't wait till next year when Avery can participate.

Avery with her Great Grandma Audrey and Great Grandpa Obray

I love this picture.

Mimi gave Avery her bath Sunday night and styled her hair :)Monday, Josh had to return to Texas to work at the clinic. So Avery and I had a girl's day with Ms. Aleta and Summer. We shopped till we dropped! When we got home from the mall, Avery and I went to Jeff and Cristin's for dinner. Jody and Jenn were also there with their kids. I had to get a picture of Avery and their daughter Audrey. The girls we born a week apart, but Avery is about 4 pounds heavier than Audrey! They are both healthy, beautiful little girls.

They were not very happy!

We pretty much just hung out and visited the rest of the trip. I went back up to Baton Rouge on Tuesday to spend some more time with my mom. Josh came back Wednesday night to take his Louisiana state boards on Thursday. After Josh's test we came back to Luling for the night. Here is Summer hanging out with her niece.

Josh, Bryce and Cole playing football.

We came back home on Friday. It was a great visit, and I love that Avery is getting more interactive with everyone. They all loved her! Like I said, I can't wait for next year so she can hunt eggs and enjoy the holiday a little bit more.