The Lopez Girls

A Lopez Christmas

2011-01-04T17:46:00.008-06:00

So we were very excited this Christmas, because this was the first one that Zanna would be old enough to really open her own presents with next to zero help from anyone else. So with out further ado...

Here is Zanna with Hama and Grandpa opening some clothes from them.

Whilst enjoying Grandpa's company, she helps Grandpa with a smile.

She loves Little People and their accessories!!

And here she is admiring her booty!

Grandma had a nice shirt created by the Lopez Ladies...

Mom got her fair share of cool kitchen gadgetry to further the greatness of her cooking (and Dad's diet)!!

And Not-So-Little-Anymore Miss Poey was very pleased with her take, as you can see with the wry smile, that she knows good stuff is about to happen.

She was very happy to finally get an MP4 player, and though Dad thought this would eliminate his having to hear more teenie bopper music, not he just gets to hear Zo sing it acapella while listening on said player...oh well.

Love this picture. It makes me smile. :-)

So until next Christmas...MERRY CHRISTMAS!!! (Outfit from Grandma...nice one Grandma.)

Some more Christmas Eve Pics...

2011-01-04T01:28:00.005-06:00

These are from the Lopez Manor, taken mostly by our little Poey...save for the one of Grandma and Little Sis'. (Note the cameo of Zoey's arm.)

Here we see the pose of cuteness....

Alas, Grandma and Dad are beat, but can't rest now, as the Bubb family has graced us all with there kindness, and gifts!!

Hello Bubb Family!!

Christmas Eve is here again...

2011-01-04T01:06:00.004-06:00

So as usual, there were big doings at the lovely home of Mr. & Mrs. Castillo, and for those of you who missed thids year's festivities, I hope you can make next year, as once again the Castillo's did a fantastic job of hosting, and fun was had by all.

Here we see the excitement in 2 of our elder children as Mom and Pearls open a gift that Mom won in the raffle.

Zoey helps Grandma open up a raffle win that is eventually traded for a non-Cowboy (and not as awesome) mug.

Dad Needed help picking his raffle winnings, so little Zanna and her Cuz helped out. (It was quite the take home for the Lopez family this year in the raffle if you couldn't tell.)

Finally, we had to take at least one shot of the absolute cuteness that is Zanna in an outfit picked out completely by Dad...in my defense, a dirty pillowcase couldn't eliminate the cuteness of that child. :)

Dont miss her next year!!

Be my guest....player!

2010-11-06T23:33:00.003-05:00

So, our not-so-little-anymore Zoey has gained the attention of some teams and was asked to guest play on the field with one of them. In order to get her some field time, we decided to let her guest play, and here are some recent pictures from the past 2 games she has played.

Just a little pre-game shoot around.

That poor girl never stood a chance.

This is going on the back of her soccer card...do they have those?

Breaking some poor girl's ankles.

By the way, this post was dedicated to "more Zoey". :-)

There should be more soccer shots come mid-November, so stay tuned Little Buddy.

Lightning McZanna Rides!!

2010-11-06T23:17:00.003-05:00

Zanna got her first trike today. She picked it out at Target as an out of the box mark down, and rode it all the way to the check out.

She then proceeded to ride it when we got home. Her feet can't reach the pedals yet, but that didn't stop her.

By the way, that squeal at the end is Suzanna. Also, I realize that it has been so long since I posted, that a slew of you are unaware of the fact that she is running now...sorry. I'll try to update a little more often now that our internet connection has been kicked up a notch.

I know, I know...it's been a while.

2010-11-06T22:57:00.004-05:00

So I realize that it has been forever since we updated this thing, and as you know, when I do update after a long hiatus, I like to let the pictures speak for themselves...

Happy Birthday Zoey

2010-05-01T18:17:00.006-05:00

Yeah I know it's been awhile, but here is a nice little post of Zoey's birthday bash at Chuck E. Cheese.

The first person we ran into was sweet little Suzanna.

"What? You talking to me?"

And here is a short video to enjoy.

Who wouldn't want to go to a "bat" mitzvah?

Next we have our princess Zoey enjoying some pizza.

mmmmmmm.

Of course Suzanna wasn't going to be left out.

Having been elevated to Queen Zoey for her birthday, she is about to blow out the candles.
And yes she is happy about it.

There is that smile.

Here we have her posing with the Chuckster himself.

Afterwards they decided to do some dancing.

Now that's entertainment.
It was a fun birthday party enjoyed by all.
Let's do it again sometime.

Get Along Little Doggies

2009-09-23T21:40:00.024-05:00

This past weekend we headed to historical downtown Garland for the Wild West Roundup.
And per Cinco's request....More Zoey!!

Someone is happy to see that Uncle Mike and Grandma are back from their NY trip.
So after our hello's it was time to head to the Roundup.

Here we have a smiling cowgirl with her brand new Stetson...."Yeehaw!!"

Later on we found some Cowboys who didn't mind a little company.

Here we see our Cowgirl trying to rope a steer....

Success!!

After roping a steer she decides to jump on her trusty steed and head on down the road.

"Why are we not moving? Did I leave the parking break on?"

Of course you can't have a festival without a face painter.

And here is our finished art work.

While Zoey was getting her face painted our baby cowgirl was showing Grandma how to do the sitting Texas two-step.

"Hey big sis, you're not the only one who looks cute with a cowboy hat on."

Well it's time to go and someone decides to ham it up for the camera on the way to the car.

"Peace out..."

The Super Mega Awesome Post

2009-08-12T21:59:00.001-05:00

Hello everyone. This post is going to have a few pics so I hope you enjoy.

Time for a little bit of fun. Let's start with the game "let's see how everything on this thing tastes."

Someone decides to make a hand cameo. "Hey what's going on? I feel a strange presence behind me...."

After all the fun it's time for a nap. Apparently all that is needed is her Ellie and a spot under Grandma's arm.

Later that week we take a road trip to mom and dad's soccer game. Someone just woke up from a nap and is still trying to figure out what's going on.

"Hey Uncle Mike, what's up. Do you know where we are headed?"
It was a tough game as the Fusion was unable to pull out the victory. Unfortunately I was carrying the girl the whole game so there are no pictures during the game, which is probably a good thing.

"So they lost huh....well at least you didn't have to do any diaper changes during the game Uncle Mike."

Of course there was no need to dwell on the negative and it was time to liven things up, so big sis helps to put a smile on Pearly Sue on the way home.

Let's get a close up of that great smile.

Still not close enough.

There we go, that's much better.

After the game it was time to go home and eat.
Here we see Zanna Banana getting ready to chow down.

"Alright Grandma I'm in the chair, got the tray, and the bib is on. Make with the grub."

See the concentration on the face. Playtime is definately over.

"Keep it coming Grandma, I'm not done yet."

If you pay close attention you will see that not one drop of food was wasted. Nothing like a clean tray and bib.

Finally a Texas Hold 'Em tournament was held to benefit Zoey's soccer team. Your's truly came in third place. What do you think about that Suzanna?

"Huh?...did you say something.........."

"....zzzzzzzzzzz....."

Well that's it for this post.
Hope you enjoyed it. I will leave you with this final pic of Suzanna.

"Aha!!"

Just some extra photos...

2009-06-24T22:26:00.002-05:00

What?

Don't judge me...

"Diaper-Head" was Mom's idea...you ain't right Mom.

Please don't drop me Dad.

This is why Zo is not allowed around a camera.

Just hangin out.

Zzzzzzz...Zzzzzzzzz....

2009-06-24T21:55:00.004-05:00

A post dedicated to the greatest pastime aside from Baseball...

Need I say more...

Happy Belated Birthday!!!

2009-06-24T21:24:00.007-05:00

I realize this is really late, but we've been busy...deal with it :)

So April 17th, 2009, marked the 8th Birthday of one Zoey "Poey" Lopez!! To commemorate the momentus occasion, Mom and Dad hired Zoey's soccer coaches to bring and operate a bounce house, and invited plenty o' children to join Zoey in her day of aging with food and merriment.

Here is Zoey opening her present from Hama and Grandpa...it's a Razor Scooter!!!

Notice the huge Hannah Montana pinata in the background that seemed like it weighed 50 lbs.

The bounce house was a huge success...

and as it is well known in the Lopez household, nobody loves a bounce house more then Mom!!

You will notice cousin Sabrina and the frizzy haired cousin Chaney.

Mom was so looking forward to this even before we had the baby. :)

We would like to thank all the family, even though they are not pictured here, for coming, and thank Coach Tony and Coach Lidia for finally showing with the bounce house :p

Can't wait until both Lopez girls can bounce as one!!!

Zanna and the singing bear...

2009-04-08T13:54:00.002-05:00

Some choice pics of the kiddos

2009-04-08T13:13:00.008-05:00

Here are some pics of the favorite past time of the littlest Lopez...

Here taking a nap...

and of course her favorite...

taking a nap with Mom!!!

Did I mention big sister enjoys a nap every now and then, too :)

"See, while I got your attention with the right, I Judo chop to the chest with my left!!!"

Chilling with Ellie the Elephant.

And yes sweetheart, your daddy does rock. :)

The most beautiful sisters in the world!!!!

A day out at the pitch...

2009-04-08T13:02:00.006-05:00

So just this past weekend, Dad and the elder Lopez girl took in some free soccer at beautiful Pizza Hut Park, where we saw A.C. Milan get hammered by Manchester City 0-4. Milan couldn't overcome despite the blonde cheerleaders bold claim that "Red (A.C. Milan) goes to college to get more knowledge!! Blue (Manchester City) goes to Jupiter to get more stupider!!" Below are pics from that windy night in Frisco:

Ahhh, Good Times, Good Times....

A Little Check-up for a Big Little Girl

2009-03-11T14:10:00.008-05:00

So here is another update, after being scolded for not updating in forever, of our sweet little 'Zanna who went for her eight week checkup a week late. She received her shots today, and Mom said she did awesome!!

Here were her stats @ 4 weeks:

Weight: 9 lbs. 13 oz.
Height: 22 1/2"

Her stats today:

Weight: 13 lbs. 2 oz. (97th percentile)
Height: 23 1/12" (90th percentile for length and head size)

Her pediatrician said she is basically the size of a 4-month old right now, but very healthy. Apparently someone took some pointers from her cousins. :)

A little reminder of when she still had her umbilical cord...with her monkey.

And a few days ago, with the monkey, trying to decide what she was going to have for dinner that night.

A few more pics for fun:

And finally, a piece I like to call, "Can't Wait to Meet the Smith's"...enjoy:

Until next time!!!

Finally An Update

2009-03-04T21:36:00.007-06:00

Yes it has been awhile but here we have the long awaited update of the Little Lopez Girls blog.
Here we start off with our both girls enjoying a good book after coming home from the hospital.

However it looks like someone is ready to box anyone who crosses her. This will be theme throughout the blog.

After calming down in the arms of her soon to be favorite uncle, she begans to dream of a future Cowboys championship. Maybe it's the sweatshirt.

"What's up holmes? I'm just chillin' here at the crib." A month old and already taking charge.

"Hey sis I'm down here. I'm the star and not the TV"

Time for a nap and time to sport the new duds thanks to Aunt Veronica. Nice ruffles chica.

Here we have big sis getting ready for her soccer game. Looking good champ.

Of course not everyone can see the game. "Excuse me, would someone please turn me around so I can see the action..."

It was a bit chilly that day. Nothing like a little sun to warm the bones...mmmmm.

Another Sunday, another game. This time it was warm enough to leave the stroller. "Say pop, what's the score?"

"Look either you tell me what's happening, or I'm gonna let you know what the score is."

After the game it was time to go home and take a much needed nap with grandma. And get a picture of the tummy. Notice how she is throwing the hand out there trying to stop me from taking the picture, but is too tired to stop it.

"Ahhh...free and easy with just a diaper and Mom making me smile. Good times."

"Let's get something straight Uncle Mike, I call the shots. Now come over here and pick me up."

"You see that Grandma. I set him straight." How can I say no to that cute little girl.
Well that's it for now. Hopefully it won't be so long before the blog is updated again. In the words of the great Don Cornelius....

"Peace, Love, and Soul"

Oh Suzanna!

2009-01-03T18:39:00.008-06:00

After a long and painful bout of contractions she finally has arrived. That's right say hello to Suzanna Pearl Lopez, or as Uncle Walter calls her "Pearly Sue".

7lbs. 9 oz. and 20.5" long born at 11:22 a.m on 1/3/2009. She is the same length as her cousin Miss Es when she was born, and exactly 6 months younger.

Here we have the happy and proud papa with his little girl.

This little girl has one great set of lungs, sorry mom and dad.

They finally moved mom and baby to a room and here we have the two enjoying a moment.

Time to pass the little one around and grandma gets to hold her first.

And then grandma gets to hold her...it's like deja vu all over again.

Finally big sis gets her chance and is very excited. Uncle Mike got to hold her too but he was the one taking pictures so there currently aren't any pics of him and his new niece. Stay tuned for further developments.

Turkey Week

2008-12-04T18:56:00.012-06:00

That's right this is the Thanksgiving post. I have been scooped by the bean review but that will not keep me from adding to the fun. Please enjoy these wonderful pictures from our trip to Miss Es and Cinco's home for turkey and fun.

Here we have the excitement of our first plane ride. She was a bit scared when the plane was getting ready to take off but once it started all apprehension turned quickly to glee. Not even when we were landing and I claimed we were gonna crash land did that upset her. It just elicited a big smile and a hearty "alright!"

Here we are meeting our cousin Miss Es for the first time (and we are not even in St. Louis).

The following day was even more exciting as Zoey finally had her first experience with snow.

So what is the first thing you do when you go out in the snow? That's right, you make a snow angel.

Here you see a pretty innocent picture but what is actually happening is a team effort to trick Uncle Mike. First the boy distracts me with his cuteness and charm while the girl reaches down to get some snow to make a snowball to throw at me. It should be noted that this tactic worked several times.

The next morning we brought donuts to enjoy for breakfast. Someone was enjoying them more than the rest of us. Luckily Zoey was keeping a watchful eye so as not to be unwittingly pilfered by the donut crazed maniac.

Later that day we decided to go to the zoo. Yes that's right, 40 degree weather and we were not the only ones there. Here we are looking at the giraffes, oh wait that's Uncle Walter.

Here we see the great archaeologist Zoey "Poey" Lopez making her way across the rickety bridge in the Amazon rain forest.

"I just wanna say you are the best driver I've ever had. How much would it cost to retain you? I know Dad would pay."

From the zoo we headed to Chuck E. Cheese, or as the boy calls it Cookies or Cookie Keys. Here we see Zo telling him to "get on the bus Gus".

Of course you know he can't say no and gets on for fun and merriment.

Miss Es sits by watching the thinking "those two are some crraaaazzzyyy cats".

Here you have the worlds best bedtime time story reader thinking it was probably not a good idea to have him sit in her lap while she read. Of course she may also be wondering why she no longer has any feeling in her legs.

Finally it's Thanksgiving morning and we have the now joined at the hip pair enjoying the Macy's Thanksgiving Parade on TV. Sorry there aren't any pictures of the meal, we were to busy eating. Mmmmmmm...turkey.

2008-11-24T08:19:00.003-06:00

It was a glorious day for the oldest Little Lopez. A day like no other she had ever experienced. It was cold that weekend. The girls rolled to victory in their first 2 games flexing their collective muscle in order to earn the opportunity to come back on Sunday to play for soccer immortality. The game was a close one ending in a 1 all tie. It was time for a shoot-out...18 shots later the girls were crowned VICTORIOUS!!!! They would not be denied!

ALL HAIL THE CHAMPIONS!!! (BTW, if you couldn't tell it was windy that day so leave'em alone...or they will CRUSH YOU!!) :)

The Spoils of Victory!!

2008-10-28T09:19:00.006-05:00

What do a 50 lb. 7 year-old, and her 160+ lb. dad have in common: "Me and Dad are meat-eaters, Mom!"

I taught her everything she knows!

After clutching victory from the jowls of her competitors, the Huntress is ready to enjoy the gains of her labor. Those wings never had a chance. I'm so proud of my little carnivore!!

Side note: after devouring like a dozen hawaiian wings, she had a couple of helpings of fries and 3 or 4 celery sticks for good measure.

Boo!

2008-10-20T14:29:00.009-05:00

Well it's late October and it's time to get into the spirit of the season. And what better way to do so than carve a pumpkin with your favorite uncle. So I hope you enjoy these pics as much as I enjoyed the carving.

For starters you have to clean out the pumpkin, and it seems this a rather fun activity for both the young and not old.

Next comes the drawing of the face....

We're almost there and apparently this carving has taken on quite the serious tone. No time to mess around uncle, let's finish this bad boy. (By the way notice the large amount of seeds we were able to get for roasting...mmmmm, can't wait)

Yeah, almost done. One last step before we have our first full blown official carving.

Thats right, a little light and now we have a happy jack-o-lantern. Now that the pumpkin is ready for the event I wonder what our little headache will do the commerate the coming holiday.
Check in later and maybe we will have the answer.

Hello Pardners and Welcome...

2008-10-09T23:22:00.003-05:00

What do October, a 100 gallon hat, and fried food have in commen? That's right, it's Fair time!
So just follow the sign below and enjoy the fun that is the State Fair of Texas.

Hmmm, I do believe I've seen this picture before. But somehow it looks different.

She ate that cotton candy so fast that it's just a blur.

You have to enjoy the rides when you're at the fair. Right Dad?

Well it was a long day with shows, rides, food, and fun. So we bid the Fair ado and begin counting the days till next October when we will do it all over again. And maybe, just maybe that cow will have a another face to greet us. Stay tuned.

Happy Day After

2008-09-30T23:26:00.004-05:00

So the day after celebrating her induction into the Lopez family our heroine decides to spend the day after to, that's right you guessed it, celebrate some more by attending the Rangers game with her uncle and new grandma. The game took a back seat to the fireworks display after the game as evidenced by the pictures below.

Mugging for the camera during the game.

What could she be looking at?

Oooohhh, aaahhhhh....

Cute smile but aren't you missing something?

That's right more exciting fireworks.

Finally, a word of advice kid. Never take your eyes off grandmas...they are a sneaky lot.

It's Official

2008-09-19T22:56:00.003-05:00

That's right, the newest Lopez is the great Zoey "Poey" Lopez. You can tell she is a Lopez by the those fantastically fabulous matching sandals....anyway here is a lovely pic of the happy family below, courtesy of her new official favorite uncle.

Make Sure You Get My Good Side

2008-08-11T20:49:00.002-05:00

It has been awhile but here is the Baby Lopez in her first feature film (and definitely not her last). Please hold your applause till the end of the show.

Hello To My Future Fans

2008-06-24T22:58:00.005-05:00

With inspiration from the original bean review, here is my attempt at blogging about the soon to be headache, I mean bundle of joy, for P and J. So without further ado, I give you the newest Lopez.