Aren't they cute?
Monday, January 30, 2012
102 Things to do with a Bridesmaid dress
#102 thing to do with a bridesmaid dress: Teepee Covers!
Aren't they cute?
Aren't they cute?
Tuesday, January 24, 2012
My Baby is 8
Somehow over the past 8 years I got old. And this man did it to me:
...and mostly because he made me eat nasty Cincinnati Chili. Just kidding (about him making me old, but not the chili-yuck)
For Jackson's birthday this year we went to an indoor waterpark in Ohio. It was so very fun and I took only 2 pictures. the kids bunk beds:
and a picture of them passed out midday after sliding a hundred times down the slides:
-aren't they sweet when they are asleep? I need to look at this picture often.
Jackson's birthday breakfast in bed:
and surprise cake and ice cream with a few neighbors, family and close friends.
After 8 years I feel I know less about parenting, but am infinitely more aware of God's grace and hope sincerely that it covers over all of my failures in motherhood.
...and mostly because he made me eat nasty Cincinnati Chili. Just kidding (about him making me old, but not the chili-yuck)
For Jackson's birthday this year we went to an indoor waterpark in Ohio. It was so very fun and I took only 2 pictures. the kids bunk beds:
and a picture of them passed out midday after sliding a hundred times down the slides:
-aren't they sweet when they are asleep? I need to look at this picture often.Jackson's birthday breakfast in bed:
and surprise cake and ice cream with a few neighbors, family and close friends.
After 8 years I feel I know less about parenting, but am infinitely more aware of God's grace and hope sincerely that it covers over all of my failures in motherhood.
Wednesday, December 28, 2011
The Best Workout
The best workout EVER...
... is the one where you take a 4 year old
... and a 7 year old ice skating
... and only the 7 year old is any good!
The little ice skating referees had to help Linley and I off the ground MANY times and I had no shame in accepting that help. Linley and I were both covered in ice and sweat at the end of our hour.
... is the one where you take a 4 year old
... and a 7 year old ice skating
... and only the 7 year old is any good!
The little ice skating referees had to help Linley and I off the ground MANY times and I had no shame in accepting that help. Linley and I were both covered in ice and sweat at the end of our hour.
A Few People that I am Proud Of
We have celebrated a few accomplishments at our house recently.
1. This guy completed his first ever 4 mile race and he even came in 5th place in his division. Not too shabby, seeing as how my first ever 4 mile race was the same day:)
2. This handsome fella won "a major award" (name that movie). Congrats sweets on a job well done. I am very proud of you and your hard work.
3. This young lady had her first dance recital and completed the whole thing without throwing a fit, falling on the floor, or losing her piece of tape that marked her spot. Good job Linley!
The moments we have with the ones we love are much too short not to celebrate all of life's special moments. I hope you all have a Happy New Year!
1. This guy completed his first ever 4 mile race and he even came in 5th place in his division. Not too shabby, seeing as how my first ever 4 mile race was the same day:)
2. This handsome fella won "a major award" (name that movie). Congrats sweets on a job well done. I am very proud of you and your hard work.
3. This young lady had her first dance recital and completed the whole thing without throwing a fit, falling on the floor, or losing her piece of tape that marked her spot. Good job Linley!
The moments we have with the ones we love are much too short not to celebrate all of life's special moments. I hope you all have a Happy New Year!
Tuesday, November 22, 2011
College Girls Weekend
There is nothing quite like a girlfriends weekend to keep you going through the Holidays.
Thanks ladies for the delicious food, even the midnight food that ended up on Mer's white coat, the laughs, the shopping and most importantly the time away from the boys (and children in my case).
In case you are ever in Clemson and are headed to a place called ESSO-don't worry about being under dressed, just throw on your camo and go!
Love ya ladies and Happy Thanksgiving.
Thanks ladies for the delicious food, even the midnight food that ended up on Mer's white coat, the laughs, the shopping and most importantly the time away from the boys (and children in my case).
In case you are ever in Clemson and are headed to a place called ESSO-don't worry about being under dressed, just throw on your camo and go!
Love ya ladies and Happy Thanksgiving.
Tuesday, November 1, 2011
Friday, October 14, 2011
Parisian Superlatives
There really are too many pictures to share and I have had lots of people ask me my favorite thing that we did. Here is the thing: I had lots of favorites, but for different reasons and purposes.
Favorite guide was not dad on this trip it was our trusty Rick Steve's book-see me carrying it? He stayed with me 24/7
Favorite disgusting food that I tried was escargot.
If you can get past the chewiness of them (clearly Kate's face tells us that she could not:) then they weren't terrible.
My favorite spot to feel like a regular was Carmines. We ate there at least 3 times on our trip. YUM.
Favorite transportation-the tiny elevator. Not really, but it was kind of funny.
My favorite 'French' afternoon coffee experience was at LaDuree on the Champs Elysees
Everything was so pretty!
Pretty macarons
and pretty table service
My favorite family time was game night with a dessert smorgasbord and liverpool rummy. Which also served as initiation for my friend into the family.
My favorite night time activity(my only night time activity) was walking a hundred miles to see the Eiffel Tower light up at night-in the rain. Fun times
Favorite shopping experience was the Marais District. I only had one bad shopping event and that is when I got scolded for touching a headband-sheesh.
Favorite tourist spot: Notre Dame tower and the gargoyles.
On the last day of our trip I had my favorite funny day and girl trip to Brussels. We walked miles and miles to get the best french fries. Well they may have been good, but if we had eaten them in Paris they would have been covered with the most delicious gravy ever and then they would have been the best!
My favorite statue was the Mannequin P'is. I am not sure if this is how to spell it but that is how it sounds and it is also what he is doing. They had just changed his clothes the day we were there and had a band and great fanfare.
I laughed and walked more on this trip than any other trip I have been on. It was supremely fun and relaxing. Thank you Darrell, Grams and MacDaddy for holding down the fort while I was away.
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