Kelley Christmas 09

This year for Christmas for my dad’s side of the family, I decided to have it at my house.  It is the first time in many years, probably since my mom passed away, that we didn’t have it at Aunt Diane’s house in Philadelphia.  It was really great having all of my family here at my house.  No one, except for my cousin, Doug had ever seen my house.  Everyone was able to come except for Brandie, Kevin, Kemper Cole, and Cody were able to come.  Hopefully they can come next time. 

Here are a few pictures from the day

Yes, that is my dad, Uncle Paul and Uncle David with bows on their head

(My dad started it and the rest followed)

Uncle Joe wouldn’t do, but Josh tried to sneak up behind him.

Aunt Diane and Doug

Jodie, Daphne, and me

  Me and Doug

 

Aunt Diane and me

 

Granny and her boys

GIRLS NIGHT OUT

This past Tuesday, my Sunday School class had our monthly Girls Night Out at my house.  We had such a great time.  We had a cookie swap and OH MY GOODNESS at the cookies and the appetizers.  We had enough food to feed a small army.  We also played Dirty Santa and let’s just say, some people (GWEN) were a little more dirtier than others.  And let’s just also say that some people reverted back to their childhood (aka Susan and Brandi).  Who knew that people our age, or a little younger, would actually slide down my stairs on a sheet?  Yes, they came to me asking for a sheet, like they were 10.  Anyway, a good time was had by all!!

Aunt Glynda – this is for you!  I learned from the best.  Forks must be wrapped if you are having a party!  : )

And this is just some of the cookies.  We had to move the rest of cookies to another place!  Boy were they good though!

The dirtiest Santa and our Sunday School teacher!

The Whole Gang!!!

    

I know this is blurry, but I had to show you the before picture.

After!!

Solo Run!!

Brandi, Susan, and Heather

Caron B., Stephanie, and Caren W.

Robin and me

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.