The Underwood's World

Random Pictures

2011-07-17T14:20:00.000-07:00

Changes

2011-07-17T12:41:00.000-07:00

There have been many changes at the Underwood house since our last Blog. We moved to Amarillo. Jason and Rala both changed jobs. Rala went back to school as well. Schaeffer went back to school at Highland Park and Bishop started staying with Mandy. Here is an update on each family member:

Jason: Teaches and Coaches in Canyon. He stays busy with football, basketball and track. He has been very busy chasing Faith, Schaeffer and Bishop. He loves being in Amarillo and is a really great Daddy!
Rala: Is the High School Counselor at Highland Park. She has gone back to WT to get her counseling certificate. She stays busy chasing her kids and studying. She is so happy to be back at Highland Park.
Faith: Plays Basketball and Volleyball. She will begin a new school next year because she will be starting 5th grade in Middle School. She is a great big sister.
Schaeffer: Plays Baseball. He loves it. He would rather play baseball than anything. He completed 1st grade at Highland Park this year. He loves reading and science. He would also rather be with Faith and Bishop than anyone else.
Bishop: Chases his brother and sister. He thinks he is just as big as they are. He runs and climbs everywhere. Nothing is safe when Bishop is around. He stay with a wonderful lady named Mandy that we were so blessed to find.

We are all happy and healthy and couldn't ask for anything more.

Bishop's New Trick

2010-04-11T18:30:00.000-07:00

Bishop loves his feet. His newest trick is to stick his toes in his mouth.

Easter 2010

2010-04-11T18:24:00.000-07:00

We had a wonderful Easter. Church on Saturday night and egg hunting on Sunday.

Underwood Boys' Basketball Outfit

2010-04-11T18:20:00.001-07:00

I pulled out some of Schaeffer's old clothes and found the cutest basketball outfit for Bishop to wear. It is a tiny suit with Underwood on the back. I got it from a good friend I worked with in Lubbock. It fits him perfect. Also, check out the shoes. Those were a gift for Schaeffer when he was a baby from Jerry, Buffie, Texi, Farmer & Hondo.

Bishop Is Growing!

2010-04-11T18:16:00.001-07:00

Bishop is finally starting to grow. At his 4 month check up he only weighed 12.5 pounds and was in the 5 percentile for his weight. He is very long and skinny. He is starting to grow a little and eat a little more. He is a great baby. Faith and Schaeffer have enjoyed having him around!

Snow Days

2010-01-30T22:04:00.000-08:00

We got snowed in for four days. Claude and Amarillo cancelled school Thursday and Friday. We watched lots of movies, played tons of wii, built a fire and played in the snow. Bishop did not play in the snow.

It was a great time, but I think we are all ready to get back into our normal routine.

Schaeffer Basketball

2010-01-30T22:02:00.000-08:00

Schaeffer started playing YMCA basketball this year. He is in the Kindergarten league. Not too sure if it is a basketball game or just chaos. He has fun, and plays when he wants to. He is a little stubborn and only does what he wants, when he wants. Wonder who he gets that from?

Varsity Boys

2010-01-30T21:56:00.000-08:00

We had the Varsity Basketball boys over for some chili, cheese dip and cookies. I think some of the boys ate their weight in cookies and cheese dip! After dinner they had fun playing wii. Schaeffer and Brady had fun together and Schaeffer seems to think he is just as old as they are.

Mammy & Pappy

2010-01-30T21:52:00.000-08:00

During basketball season Bishop has got to stay with Mammy quite a few times. Mammy stays with the baby and Pappy and I head off to Jason's games. Sometimes Faith and Schaeffer get to stay home with Mammy too. They would always rather stay home than have me drag them to game after game.

Baby Logan

2010-01-30T21:47:00.000-08:00

My friend Jana had a baby boy eight days after me. His name is Logan and I know him and Bishop will be as good of friends as Jana and me. We had a great time meeting Baby Logan. It was good to see his Mom and Dad as well.

Great Wolf Lodge

2010-01-30T21:42:00.000-08:00

Schaeffer and Faith's big gift from us was a trip to the Great Wolf Lodge. It is an amazing resort with an indoor waterpark. The kids loved it. Matt, Glenda and Kelci came over for the day, which was so fun. Faith and Kelci ran wild in the waterpark and rode all the rides.

And Finally... Our Family Christmas

2010-01-30T21:34:00.000-08:00

The night before Santa came to Claude, we had Christmas with Nanny and That. Then we got ready for Santa and baked him some chocolate chip cookies. We hope Santa didn't get sick from the cookies because Jason, Schaeffer and I did in the middle of the night. Santa brought some great gifts and we spent the entire day at home enjoying each other.

Underwood and Davis Family Christmas

2010-01-30T21:28:00.001-08:00

On December 26th and 27th we celebrated Christmas with Jason's family. The kids loved going to Maw Maw and Paw Paw's house and spending the night. The next day we enjoyed lunch with the Davis family. Bishop makes number 17 great grandbaby for Dimple. There were lots of little kids running around celebrating.

DuLaney Family Christmas

2010-01-30T21:21:00.000-08:00

On December 26th we travelled to Lubbock to celebrate Christmas with the DuLaney family. Mama Jean and Daddy Bob took care of us and fed us a delicious Christmas dinner. It was good to see Brad, Kay, Dallas & Brady.

Schaeffer Family Christmas

2010-01-30T21:11:00.000-08:00

The Schaeffer family Christmas was held on Christmas Day in Dimmitt. We had to hurry up and celebrate so Mammy and Pappy could head off to Hawaii. (Wish they would have taken us too!) We ate some great food, played games, had some laughs and just enjoyed spending the day together.

The Morphis Family Comes to Visit

2010-01-30T20:58:00.001-08:00

Our friends, Jill, Dustin & Rayce came out to visit us. Schaeffer and Rayce had a great time and Jill loved holding Baby Bishop. We are so happy that they have moved closer to home and we can see them more often!

Christmas Program and Party

2010-01-30T20:43:00.000-08:00

Schaeffer had his first Kindergarten Christmas party and program. He loved every second. At his party they had snacks, exchanged gifts and played BINGO. During his program they sang tons of Christmas songs. During one song he REFUSED to participate. It was called, "I ain't getting nothing for Christmas". He didn't want this song to be really true so he did not participate at all.

Christmas with the Head Family

2010-01-30T20:35:00.000-08:00

Before Christmas we all went to TJ and Teresa's new home and enjoyed Christmas. Schaeffer, Faith, Gunner, Slade and Ellen had a great time. Harper and Bishop loved getting to see everyone.

Bishop Vining

2010-01-30T20:27:00.000-08:00

Bishop is growing. He is two months old and weighs 9.9 pounds. He has grown 2.5 inches since he was 6 weeks old. He is long. He must get that from the Schaeffer and Underwood families and not the Byrnes family. He has started staying with a wonderful lady while Schaeffer, Jason and I go to work. We are so blessed to have found her. He has started smiling, sleeping all night and kicking his legs when he gets excited.

Claude Pride Program

2010-01-30T20:02:00.000-08:00

Schaeffer, Jason and I enjoy being part of the Claude school district. Here are a few pictures from our Pride Program.

Getting Ready!

2009-12-08T12:49:00.000-08:00

On Sunday we got our house ready for Christmas. Schaeffer and Faith decorated the tree. Bishop watched and snoozed on and off. The tree looks beautiful and Jason and I had fun just watching our three kids interact.

Wisdom of a 5 Year Old

2009-12-07T18:39:00.000-08:00

Schaeffer has decided to "talk to God" every time he is faced with a decision to make. He is praying to God because, "God is the smartest person he knows and He knows everything." We have not told him to do this, he has just decided to do it on his own. I think Jason and I will follow his example as well. I am so proud of him!

Thanksgiving

2009-12-04T18:12:00.000-08:00

We had a wonderful Thanksgiving with several family members. Schaeffer and Ellen had a great time playing on Nanny's bed.

Schaeffer and Pappy

2009-12-04T18:06:00.001-08:00

After Jason's game the other night Pappy and Schaeffer spent some time together. First Schaeffer dressed up like his Daddy in a Mustang shirt and a tie. Then Schaeffer and Pappy played with the Voice Memo Recordings on Pappy's iphone. I don't know who had more fun Pappy or Schaeffer.

Bishop Comes Home

2009-12-04T18:00:00.003-08:00

Bishop is two weeks old and everything is going great. Mom and baby have some time at home and then always look forward to 3:30 when Schaeffer gets home from school.

New Family Member

2009-12-04T17:53:00.000-08:00

Faith and Schaeffer had a new baby brother born on November 17, 2009. His name is Bishop Vining Underwood. Bishop is after Jason's grandmother and Vining is after my grandmother. Bishop and Vining were their maiden names. He is a great baby and Schaeffer and Faith have been great siblings. We are now a family of 5 and with the start of basketball season, Mom and Dad are very busy!

Kindergarten Programs

2009-12-04T17:47:00.000-08:00

Schaeffer has been busy at school with a Halloween Program, Veteran's Day Program and a Thanksgiving Program. He did an excellent job. We are blessed to be in Claude and have him attend such a wonderful school.

Halloween

2009-11-14T18:36:00.001-08:00

We had an excellent Halloween. Faith was Daphne from Scooby Doo. She outgrew her outfit from when she tried it on Wednesday night to the next Saturday. She had problems with her Daphne wig all night. I think she had more fun helping Ellen than she did actually dressing up. Schaeffer went as Superman. He had more fun passing out candy at TJ's than he did actually Trick-r-Treating. Ellen dressed up as a skeleton. She loved a sucker that she had gotten along the way. Harper dressed up as a pumpkin and he just enjoyed the ride!

Faith Turns 9

2009-10-11T22:40:00.000-07:00

Faith had her 9th birthday party at the WT swimming pool. She had a great time with her cousins. They swam, ate cake and opened presents. Schaeffer had to miss because he had the flu.

Batman & New Haircut

2009-10-11T18:55:00.001-07:00

Schaeffer got a new haircut and new pajamas today in town.

September

2009-09-22T17:51:00.000-07:00

We are over half way through September. Time is flying by. We are all busy in school. Schaeffer and I love being at Claude. We love getting to come straight home after school. We also love getting to see Jason all the time as well. Here is an update on us:

Jason-is busy with Mustang Football

Faith-is busy with 3rd grade and volleyball

Rala-is busy with her new job

Schaeffer-is busy with Kindergarten, homework, and making new friends in Claude

First Day of School!

2009-08-24T18:39:00.000-07:00

Rala & Schaeffer started a new school today. Rala began at Claude High School and Schaeffer at Claude Elementary. It was a little scary for both of us as we walked into the school today. Schaeffer went off to Kindergarten. He walked right in and hung up his backpack and lunch box. When Jason and I left his room, we both had a little tear that our baby was starting Kindergarten. The day went well and everyone had a great day. It was so nice for all three of us to be in Claude.

Disneyland

2009-07-29T00:26:00.000-07:00

Our family went to Disneyland this summer. We loved every minute of it. Mammy, Pappy, Nanny, That, Jerry, Buffie, Texi, Farmer, Hondo, Jason, Faith, Schaeffer and I all went. We went to Disneyland, Universal Studios, Venice Beach and Knott's Berry Farm. Faith got to spend time with Texi and Schaeffer got to hang out with Farmer and Hondo. For a special treat, Uncle Matt, came over and visited with us as well.

Summer Visitors

2009-07-29T00:21:00.000-07:00

This summer we have had some visitors at our house in Claude. Cousin Emily got to come and stay several days with Faith & Schaeffer. We loved having her here and I think she loved being here. Drew, Ty and Katie came and stayed for a few days as well. Kenzie came and stayed with us while her mama was going to school. Maddox even came out to play. We swam, played in the backyard and had tons of sleepovers. Faith and Schaeffer has some of the best times this summer with our summer company.

Schaeffer's 5th Birthday

2009-07-29T00:15:00.000-07:00

My baby is no longer a baby. He turned 5 this summer and will be headed to Kindergarten in just a few weeks. We had a great birthday party at Cheer Texas in Amarillo. Our family and friends were there to celebrate. The kids loved Cheer Texas and it was a great place for the party.

Superman

2009-06-21T21:18:00.001-07:00

Schaeffer is the, "Biggest, Baddest, SuperHero and nothing can stop him."

Livin' the Life

2009-06-14T18:06:00.000-07:00

We spent the week in Las Vegas and had a wonderful time. We rented a mini-van and Schaeffer loved it. He got to sit in the third seat the entire trip and thought he was "Livin' the Life". He loved it, he had his own cup holder, hook, air vent and reclining seat. Every time we got in the car he would ask the other passengers, "Don't you wish you could be livin' the life in the back with me?".

We also spent lots of time in the swimming pool and at the amusement park. This was more of a family trip then a gambling trip. Jason and I did gamble a bit, but were not successful.

Schaeffer's Thoughts

2009-06-07T18:55:00.000-07:00

This weekend we attended a birthday party for a family friend. It was his 90th birthday and held in a museum in Lubbock. During the party, Schaeffer was playing in a spot of the building that was not too clean. It has spiderwebs and tons of dirt. I told Schaeffer to get up, it was dirty down there. He said back to me, "Mom how can I ever have any fun?"

I just let him continue to play.

Oklahoma City

2009-05-25T15:31:00.001-07:00

Saturday morning, Jason, Schaeffer, Farmer and I headed off to Oklahoma City. This was very last minute, but tons of fun. We went to Bricktown, the water park and Celebration Station. Schaeffer and Farmer get along so well. Farmer is so nice to him and really takes care of him. Schaeffer loves having someone to hang with other than Jason or myself. Farmer is 16 and as long as he wants to travel with us, he is more than welcome to!

End of the Year

2009-05-11T17:06:00.000-07:00

We are all anxious about the beginning of summer vacation. It seems harder and harder for the Underwood's to wake up each school morning. Schaeffer loves it when I tell him, "We have NO plans afterschool." That means we can come straight home and he can play in his beautiful backyard until bed time.

Here is a picture of Schaeffer and Maddox. They are the best of friends.

Schaeffer's Time to Shine

2009-05-11T17:03:00.000-07:00

Schaeffer played his last Wee Ball Basketball game and he did excellent. He scored 8 points, had 10 rebounds and 4 jumpballs. He finally acted like he was interested in the game. He said he wants to win all of the games. He even visited with the coach a little on the sidelines.

Hoop 10

2009-04-23T16:03:00.000-07:00

Faith started Hoop 10 last weekend. Her team is very young. She says she loves it, and we love to watch her. Schaeffer tags along with us and plays with his animals while Faith is learning the game of basketball.

Easter

2009-04-12T18:19:00.000-07:00

Our friends, Lance, Katie, Drew and Ty came to spend the Easter weekend with us. We had so much fun. Schaeffer and Drew loved every minute of it. They were both so excited, that they had some trouble falling asleep the first night. Katie and I enjoyed the weekend as well. Ty followed Schaeffer and Drew around. Schaeffer got a chance to see what it would be like to have a little brother following him around for two days. Lance and Jason had fun driving around the farm.

Weekend with Faith

2009-04-12T18:14:00.000-07:00

Last Sunday we got to spend the entire day at home. This is special for us because we rarely get to do this. We went to Saturday night church and then spent all day at home Sunday. Faith and Schaeffer played dress-up, baked cupcakes and bet Dad at a few Wii games.

Wee Ball

2009-04-12T18:10:00.001-07:00

Schaeffer made his first basket at his basketball game Thursday night. He was so proud of himself. He had to look into the crowd to make sure that we were all watching. He enjoys playing until he gets bored. Once he gets bored, he is done. Faith likes to watch him, but she is a little concerned that he does not always focus on the game. He is a little stubborn. Wonder where he gets that from?

Plumbing Problems

2009-03-28T22:49:00.000-07:00

On Friday, we did not have school. School was cancelled because of the snow in the area. We enjoyed a day at home keeping warm and watching movies. Schaeffer was playing with his new Batman toy from Nanny when he decided to see what would happen if he flushed it down the toilet. The toy is stuck in our toilet and we are able to get it out. We will be calling a plumber on Monday, but while we are home over the weekend, Schaeffer and Jason have been using a plunger.

Needless, to say we had a big talk about what goes in the toilet and what doesn't.

It Is Schaeffer's Turn

2009-03-28T22:42:00.000-07:00

After years of following his big sister to basketball, soccer, t-ball and all other types of activities, Schaeffer has finally become old enough to participate in sports. He had decided to play basketball, so I signed him up for Wee Ball with YMCA. Then all his little buddies were playing Kids, Inc. Soccer and he wanted to do that too. I know this is too much for a 4 year old, and I always said that, "my kid would only be in one activity at a time at age 4." Well my friend at work who has 5 grown sons said, "You have learned as a mother to NEVER SAY NEVER!"

Schaeffer is not really enjoying soccer. He likes it because all of his buddies are there, but he could care less about the game. Basketball is another story. He actually shows some interest. Once again he is only 4, so Jason & I are trying to encourage him to have fun and be a part of a team.

Who knows what he will grow up to choose!

Spring Break 2009

2009-03-28T22:38:00.001-07:00

We had a wonderful Spring Break. Jason & I went to New York for some touring, basketball and Broadway shows. Schaeffer went to Dimmitt for a vacation with Nanny and That. Everyone made it back to Claude and adjusted back to school life for the week.

Playing in the Snow!

2009-03-15T12:10:00.000-07:00

It finally snowed in Claude! Schaeffer loved every bit of it. He wanted to make snow angels, have a snowball fight and build a snowman. After I got him all bundled up, he ran outside. He played for about 15 minutes and then decided it was much better to enjoy the snow from inside. He was freezing!

Soccer Practice

2009-03-11T20:27:00.000-07:00

Schaeffer went to his first organized sport this week. He has decided to play soccer with all of his little buddies from school. When we got into the car, he said he really liked practice, but "he wished there weren't so many rules to follow."

I am sure he is talking about the coaches' rules and not the rules of soccer!

Jump Rope

2009-03-08T22:45:00.001-07:00

Faith is teaching Schaeffer to jump rope. He is not the ideal student for her. Then he gives up and she jumps alone. Schaeffer is happy to cheer her on. Then Daddy Bob takes a try at the Whip Its routine.

Weekend in Lubbock

2009-03-08T16:45:00.000-07:00

This weekend the Underwood crew went to Lubbock. We had a great time seeing Maw Maw, Mama Jean and Daddy Bob. Paw Paw was out of town so Faith enjoyed sleeping in his bed with Maw Maw. That was a special treat for her.

Saturday morning we headed over to the DuLaney house. Faith got to go shopping and get her nails done with Nanny. Schaeffer got to go to the park with That. Then Schaeffer got to go with his friend Drew for a fun-filled afternoon of dinosaurs, tag and hide and seek.

Jason and I travelled to Midland to watch the Shallowater Mustangs win the regional championship. Way to go Andrew & Ray! Then back to Lubbock to watch the Estacado Matadors win the regional championship. It was an exciting weekend for two teams that we are very proud of. Jason will enjoy watching the Mustangs and Matadors this week at Austin.

Today we came home and the kids enjoyed the entire afternoon and the beautiful weather.

Favorite Schaeffer quote of the weekend, "That Mama Jean is one smart, hot dog!"

Baseball & Beautiful Weather

2009-02-26T19:40:00.001-08:00

This week we have been enjoying beautiful weather in Claude. Schaeffer loves being outside. He would stay outside all the time if we would let him. Unfortunately, once the sun goes down, it is freezing. Schaeffer has found a sport. He loves baseball. Jason and I tried to get him to shoot some baskets this afternoon, but he refused. He finally took out the baseball and bat. After about a minute he was hitting the ball and throwing quite well. It looks like Faith will not be the only athlete in the family. He seems to be following in her footsteps.

Busy Weekend

2009-02-26T19:24:00.000-08:00

Last weekend was very busy for the Underwood family. On Friday night we picked Faith up and went to two playoff basketball games. The Underwood's from Lubbock also came to Claude on Friday night. Saturday morning we watched Faith play Upward basketball in Amarillo. She loves basketball and has a really good time playing. Saturday evening we all went to the First United Bank Center in Canyon and watched Faith perform with her Whip Its team. She is extremely proud of her jump rope team. She has worked really hard and performs in every routine. If you have never seen the Whip Its perform, it is AMAZING! Faith was really glad we all came to watch her perform, but Texi was there and Faith could not stop smiling. Sunday morning we went to church, lunch and then to Hoop 10 Basketball. Faith attended a basketball clinic and we all got to watch her. She is becoming quite the little hoop star.

Schaeffer just tags along with us. He brings a backpack full of animals, and keeps busy during all of the basketball games.

New Haircut!

2009-02-18T19:56:00.000-08:00

Schaeffer finally got a new hair cut. Mama Jean will be so happy! We love it. Apparently, that is not all that is new in his life. He has a new girlfriend. Her name is Bailey. Her dad is a basketball coach too. So they have that in common. We had to buy her a Valentine's gift at the dollar store because, "She loves all kinds of dolls." The dollar store doll did not even last long enough for us to give her the gift. As we were driving home tonight, her head popped off and she has a huge hole in her neck. Schaeffer said, "that is ok, I know Bailey will still love it."

Tonight is also Wednesday, so that means it was "Faith Night". She updated on all of her activities. For an 8 year old, she stays busy with gymnastics, basketball and Whip its ( a jump rope team). She apparently is not in love like her brother is. She did get Valentine cards from boys, but only because the boys in her class had to give her one. We had an excellent evening and are counting the days until Friday when we see her again.

More Random Pictures!

2009-02-16T13:27:00.001-08:00

Schaeffer got to spend some time with his Mama Jean and Daddy Bob, then he got to see his best friend Drew.

Random Pictures!

2009-02-16T13:23:00.001-08:00

President's Day!

2009-02-16T13:05:00.000-08:00

Schaeffer and I had the day off today! We loved it. Jason had to work, but we got to stay home all day. Schaeffer is still recovering from his illness and I spent the day taking care of him. When he was taking a bath today, he told me that his dad works for the circus and that is why he doesn't get home until late. Really his dad is a basketball coach and he doesn't get home until late because he has practice. Who knows, sometimes working with high school boys can be a circus.

Goofy Boys!

2009-02-13T20:53:00.001-08:00

Claude Mustangs

2009-02-13T20:47:00.000-08:00

We had the basketball team over last night for cookies, pizza, cheese dip and wii games. We had a great year and lots of fun.

Sick Season

2009-02-12T08:43:00.000-08:00

Schaeffer finally got it. By it I mean the sickness bug that has been going around for the last few weeks. A few weeks ago 9 of his classmates were out due to sickness. I thought we had missed the "bug". He woke up about 3:30 AM and was burning up. We have been to the doctor and are now on the road to recovery. Schaeffer and I are about to crawl into bed and watch Madagascar 2. Hope he feels better soon!

Wednesday Nights

2009-02-11T19:25:00.000-08:00

Most families look forward to the Fridays. Our family looks forward to Wednesday night. Every Wednesday night we meet in Amarillo and have dinner with Faith. We get to catch up with her and hear all about her school week. Schaeffer and Faith love getting to see each other every Wednesday. Faith thinks Schaeffer is "not normal" and Schaeffer thinks Faith is the girl, "he is going to marry when he gets big." If Schaeffer picks a girl half as wonderful as Faith to marry, I will be more than happy.

After the Game

2009-02-10T21:16:00.001-08:00

After the games, Schaeffer likes to wait for Jason and Ryan. Ryan is his favorite Mustang player. He thinks Ryan should get one of those trophies like he sees in the trophy cases at schools.

Basketball

2009-02-10T15:49:00.000-08:00

Schaeffer and I are about to head to Wheeler on a school night for an 8:00 basketball game. I am sure his teachers really love Wednesday mornings during basketball season.

After school today, Schaeffer decided to "take his animals a bath" in his bathroom sink. I was in the kitchen trying to get stuff ready to head out to the game, when I went into his bathroom, it was covered in water! Thank goodness for tile floors!

Never Sleepy!

2009-02-09T19:41:00.000-08:00

Schaeffer is pretending to sleep. According to Schaeffer, "He is NEVER SLEEPY!"

Schaeffer

2009-02-09T19:39:00.001-08:00

Schaeffer is very tired tonight. He had a big day after school in Amarillo with Nanny. They went to Target and Schaeffer probably got to boss Nanny around. He ended the night by throwing a small fit and sticking his tounge out. Hopefully, tomorrow will be a better day!

Welcome!

2009-02-09T19:34:00.000-08:00

Welcome to our blog. For those of you who have missed the last five or six years of our life, we are up and running and will catch you up.