It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas!!!

 

Football and Family

Today, Grant played his last regular season game for Winston Academy (my high school alma mater).  I absolutely can’t believe that Grant is a senior this year.  They were supposed to play last night, but thankfully it was cancelled due to the weather.  It was just a gorgeous day to play today.  Rinny, my cousin from Colorado, was in town so she got to come to the game.  Chris also came.  It was so great getting to visit with family who I don’t get to see enough.  It wasn’t a very pretty game, but we came away with the win!  Winston will start in the playoffs next week.  Good Luck Winston!  Go Patriots!!!

Rinny and Chris

All the 1st cousins!  Me, Rinny, Chris and Rhonda

Me, Rhonda, and Rinny

Me and Grant #72

Coin Flip

My Mom

Today marks the 11th year anniversary of my mom’s journey to be with Jesus.  My mom was one of the most incredible women I have ever known.  She was so full of life and laughter.  She was always there for anyone who needed help or who just needed a big kick in the tail.  : )  She would definitely tell you what she thought.  Sometimes you never know how much impact a person makes in this world, but today I posted a comment on my facebook page about her and so many people commented on my page.  It definitely made the day go much better today knowing that she made such an impact in her world.  I hope that I am just half the woman that she was. 

I love you, Momma and I miss you so much!!

Fun with Evan!

About a month ago, Michelle called and asked if I would come stay with Evan while she and William went to the Ole Miss game.  Of course, I said YES!!  We had the best time! He is walking everywhere and talking up a storm.  I love spending time with him.  I am so blessed to have so many friends who will share their children with me.  Thanks, Michelle, Debbie, and Jenni!!!  Love you guys!

MSU Football

Although this has not been the best year ever for MSU Bulldogs, we have had a great time going to the games.  We have loved watching Tyson Lee play.  We are so proud of what he does not only on the field, but also off the field.  A couple of weeks ago, a couple in our church invited all of the RAs to the game to tailgate before the game.  We really had a great time and enjoyed being with everyone. 

GULF SHORES 2009

Back before school started, I went to the beach with Debbie, Carey and John James, and Mike, Beth and Alyssa. We had the best time. It was very low-key and very relaxing. We laid at the beach, played putt-putt, rode go-carts, played video games, flew kites, and, of course, ate some great food – shrimp, fish, and FRIED CHEESECAKE!! Oh my gosh, if you have never had it then I highly recommend that you should try some. They had it at King Neptunes in Gulf Shores. It was probaby one of the best desserts I have ever had.

This is the first time I have tried using a photo slideshow. Enjoy the pictures!!!

BIRTHDAYS GALORE!!!!

All of my babies (Evan, Madi and Brady, and John James)have birthdays within a matter of a month.  So needless to say from August 23rd until September 15th I was a busy (and poor) NeNe (that is what they all call me).  I have told all of their mommas that they have to check with me before any parties can be officially scheduled.  I never want to have to choose which birthday party to go to.  Evan is pretty safe because his birthday fall about 2 weeks before the others, but John James and Madi/Brady’s birthday is exactly one week apart.

The first birthday bash began on August 23rd, Evan’s 1st birthday!!!  It was such a special day and I am so glad that I got to share the day with him and his family.

He is showing how old he is.

Evan with his NeNe before the party

Blowing out the candle (except he tried and almost succeeded at touching the candle)

Enjoying some birthday cake

 

Happy Birthday, Evan!!!

The next birthday party was for Madi and Brady. On September 8, they turned 5.  I can’t believe that they are that old.  It seems like yesterday that we were at the hospital waiting for them to be born.  They had their party the weekend after their birthday at the church and it was great!  It was very low key and it was wonderful being able to visit with family and friends.

 

Brady

Madi

Happy Birthday, Madi and

Brady!!!

The last celebration was John James’ party. On September 15, John James turned 7. It just doesn’t seem real. We had a family birthday party at his house and Carey grilled burgers.  Love me some Carey Butler hamburgers.  No one makes them as good as he does.  Anyway, we had a great time and John James had a great birthday.

He is just not a baby anymore!

Sporting his Tyson Lee jersey!

Happy Birthday, John

James!!

As you can see, I am so blessed to have so many special children in my life.  I love them all very much and I am so grateful that I have wonderful friends and families who will share their children with me.