Been a while.

It's been a few weeks since I visited the family BLOG.  What can I say?  Things have been pretty busy.  New baby, vacation, work, trips to Mexico.  OK.  Don't feel too terribly sorry for us.  We're having a great summer.  We celebrated Lucy's 2nd birthday.  That was exciting.  Ella is sleeping almost through the night.  Hurray.  And the addition to the house is just about complete thanks to our great contractor and architect.  Nice job.  Things are going well.  

I have a few images to post.  You all enjoy.  See you soon.

Studio Update

It's coming along. Not much longer to go. This is the dry-wall guy who proclaims to be the best in the South. I'll agree. Great job. AND, he beat me big time in a jalapeño eating contest. OUCH!

A budding artist.

Lucy has really taken off as an artist. Presently she prefers water colors and, well, water mixed with paint. Yum.

Ella McIntyre Carroll

It's been a busy three weeks.  Lauren, Lucy, and I welcomed the newest Carroll June 6th.  Ella Mac was born at 2:42 PM weighing in at 7 pounds even.  She was 20.5 inches long.  The last three weeks are sort of a blur but we're all doing well.  Lucy is managing the changes really well with lots of hugs and kisses for her new little sister.

Lots to update

Lots of new stuff going on at Hacienda Carroll.  This is our favorite time of the year.  We spend every minute we can out doors.  Just take a look.  1.  The pool opened.  2.  The garden is doing great.  3.  And, the studio has passed rough-in inspections.  We're so happy to share these new images.  Things continue to move forward on all fronts including Ella's due date...TODAY.  We'll see if she decides to keep us waiting or not.  Everyone take care.  We'll see you soon.  

The Long Road

We're finally nearing the end of the rough in construction to the new studio. It's been an easy path so far. This is the father/son team working out new plumbing. Top notch guys willing to get dirty. Thanks guys.

What a doll!

What can I say? This doll was a gift from Phillip and Leslie, friends of ours, to our daughter Lucy. You have to know the story. Phillip picked her up at an abandoned child care and brought it home for his dog...a Pit Bull. Hopefully Pete, the sweet Pit, doesn't decide he wants it back. We've accepted this hideous doll and now often enjoy sharing a glass of wine with her. Never liquor though. She gets mean when she drinks liquor.