Take Me Out to the Ballgame

Luke's first ballgame was so much fun. I will never forget the look on his face when he saw the field for the first time. He was so impressed. He looked up at me and said, "Mommy, it is so much bigger than I thought it would be." Papa, Aunt Holly, Luke and I had hotdogs and Coke. We cheered, we danced to the music between innings, and had the best time. Can't wait to go again! Go Braves!!!!

Swim Like a Fish!

Luke and Issa

I cannot put into words how much I love this little one!!! Mae wanted to make sure she would float (so cute). She just tugs on my heart strings.

Sweet Ya-Yas!!

The whole gang!

Eilee KNOWS how to eat a cupcake!! You go girl!!! (as Hayley would say...)

While we were visiting in GA, I invited some of my high school and college friends over with their babies to have a swim party. I always try and make an effort to see my girlfriends, but don't ever get the chance to see their kiddos. With our little party, it was the best of both worlds!

Watching all of my dear friends with their babies just melts my heart. They are all so loving, caring, patient, the list could go on. My friend, Jennifer, has babes that are 10 months apart. She is so good with her little ones. So patient and sweet. I just love watching her as a mommy!!! Krista has a mini-me in her Ansley (so athletic and sweet) and a hunk of a bubba boy. Watch out for Tyler, girls! He is such a cutie! Mandy, my best friend from childhood, has two sweet girls. Very different personalities, but you can tell they are loved loved loved. Issa has a compassion for others and Mae just LOVES life. She made me smile the entire day. I loved watching my dear friend Suzy as a Mama! Eilee is such a lucky girl!! You can tell her Mama just loves her to pieces. Suzy is expecting #2 in September, so next year we will have one more to add to the group.

No pictures of all the Mama! I could kick myself for not getting one shot! Oh well. There is always next summer.

A Visit With Dear Friends

Hayley and Isaiah, together again. Like a day had not passed.

Kelly, Sarah, and Hayley

Luke, Faith, and Eli




Hayely, Sarah, Luke, Eli, Faith, Micah, and Isaiah (Hannah Beth was napping, shocker)

What a fun reunion! It had been two years since we had seen the Smiths. Kelly is one of the most amazing women that I know. I posted about how we met here. Her family has been living in Korea for the past two years and are in the process of settling into their new home in California.

Our visit was a mere 24 hours, but time that I cherish and won't forget. Our kids are like family and they hit it off just as no time had gone by. Both of us had added to our families over the two years, and it was fun to meet Micah and for Kelly to meet Hannah Beth.

Kelly and I pray often that God will put us in the same location again. We will see what He has in store for us as we move next summer. Love you so much, Kell.

MIA

I'm still here folks!! There is so much fun going on I hardly have time to sit still. I'll be back to blogging in another week or so. Happy Summer everyone!

Family Time

We had a wondeful time with all of the family that came intown for Luke and Hayley's end of the year program. Can't wait to see them all again in just a few more weeks!!!!! Ahhhhhh.....I love summertime.

Recap of Graduation

Our Family minus baby girl (Miss Hannah Beth was already in bed)

Aunt Kim, Anna, and Renzy came to celebrate with us

Hayley and Mrs. Horton

Luke was the narrator for his class play, "The Ugly Duckling"

Luke and Mrs. Wallen

Not Too Shabby

My first attempt at French Braids. I figure with two little ladies in the house, I've GOT to learn.

WWII Airshow

Hannah Beth looks like she is giving me some sass.

Chris and I both love history, especially American history. We are constantly trying to teach our children how this Great Nation came to be. On Sunday, we went out to a World War II Airshow to get a history lesson or two. What an absolute blast. They had camps set up and WWII reenactors dressed up. They played music from the 40s and had some great singers too. My favorite part of the day was meeting 3 WWII Pearl Harbor Survivors. I just love hearing their stories and thanking them for the part that they had in protecting my freedom that day.

Graduate

We are so very proud of you, Luke Steele. I cannot believe how quickly this year has flown by. You have grown in so many ways and have learned so much. I love that when we read bedtime stories together, you now read to me. You are kind and considerate and so thoughtful of others. You are everyone's friend and have a joy for life like no one I know. You have a try, try again attitude when you run into something that is challenging. I am so blessed to be able to call you my son.

You LOVE Jesus and know so many Bible stories by heart. You shine Jesus's light to everyone you meet and truly have a heart for Him. You are an awesome big brother to your two little sisters. Hayley looks up to you and feels loved and protected by you. Hannah just giggles when you are around and thinks you are the best thing in the world.

On Friday, you will no longer be a Kindergartner, you will be my big 1st grader. You are more than ready for things in store next year. I know you are so excited about riding the bus (Mama is not so much). Daddy and I love you so very much. We can't wait to see the plans God has in store for you next year. Love you, Boo! XOXOXOXO