Winter Dance

Look at this handsome young man! He is growing up so fast.  He recently attended the high school winter dance with a group of friends.  He did not want me to take pictures, but I harassed him so, he finally gave in. A momma NEEDS her pictures.... When he got home after the dance, I asked a million questions and of course all I got was "The dance was fun".  The typical answer.  I sure hope my daughter gives me more details when she's this age.  It's a boy thing, I'm sure.  Even without a long discussion about the dance, I can tell he had fun and I am so glad he his happy.

Our Basketball Star

Parker's basketball season is over for now, but he came out a winner.  He had his banquet last Monday and I was so proud of my little man.  Not only did he get his regular trophy, but he also was awarded Most Improved!  He loves basketball and gives it his best on the court.  I can't wait to see him as he gets older.  It only gets tougher and takes practice and dedication to be successful.  He says he can't wait and has big plans for his basketball "career".  I love the fact that he dreams big and we will support him every step of the way.  This last week has been tough for all of us... but even tougher for Parker. I hope I can type this without crying.  "Mamaw" went to live at a nursing home where they can care for her and keep her healthy and safe.  Parker loved spending time with her on a daily basis and will miss that so much.  Even though he will see her  weekly, he is used to coming home from things like his basketball banquet and running downstairs to show her his awards.  I pray God gives him a peace about this and helps him understand the new arrangements for mamaw were necessary.  We went to visit on Sunday and he took his trophy and medal to show her.  This visit was special for both of them.

Sometimes it's all about MOM.......

Let me start with an apology for anyone else who may reading our family blog. This post doesn't have any cute pictures or funny stories about the kids, it's truly for me.  This blog is my way of capturing our lives as they happen and sometimes I have to stop and share the feelings that are also experienced within this amazing ride we call Life.

This morning has been consumed with nothing but raw emotion for me.  I have spent some quiet time with my sweet savior reflecting on the person I am and the person I want to be.  We started our new Bible study this week called "The Frazzled Woman" and boy does this fit me to a tee.  This weekly bible study is so what I need right now.  I am yearning for that deeper, more intimate relationship with God.  I need to find peace in the midst of daily life. The memory verse for this week is "Seek first the kingdom of God and his righteousness , and all these things will be provided for you" Matthew 6:33. My study talked about some benefits as we grow in intimacy with our Lord and as I was reading those things, I realized they are THE things I need in my life and that I want in my life.  Some of them were being calmer, laughing more, getting along better with your children and  life having more meaning.  I realize I have a GREAT life and I am already so truly blessed beyond my wildest dreams, but as I grow more in my relationship with God, I want to spend more time with him and want to be a better person for my family.

Today, my wonderful husband listened to me with out judging as I talked through some things that have been weighing heavy on my heart or maybe the better way to say this is... He let me vent without hanging up on me when he had tons of work to do.  I love him for that more than he will ever know.  Today begins a new improved journey for me to be a better person.  For new beginnings I am grateful.

Kanon decided to go on his first mission trip this summer, we paid his fees yesterday.  I am so proud of him.  He is turning into a remarkable teenager.  Thank you God for my husband and children.  I want to leave them someday with a legacy that they will carry on because I made a difference in their lives.  "Help me Lord to be that person", Amen

Daddy's Angel

Ok, this was one of those sweet moments that happens on a random day at our house.  Grayson had been playing dress up all day waiting on her daddy to get home.  She told me that when he got home they were going to the ball.  I so remember dressing up and pretending when I was a little girl.  When Don got home that afternoon, I pulled him to the side and quietly told him Grayson's plans for them.  He smiled and before I knew it he had gone to the bedroom and came out with a tie on and requested a dance from her.  She had the sweetest expression on her little face as her eyes lit up with pure joy.  Don proceeded to twirl her around the living room and she squealed with laughter.  Thank you Jesus for these special moments.  Someday Daddy will be twirling his baby daughter on the dance floor on her wedding day and remembering their "first dance".

Snow Pictures

"Artic Blast" for us that is 2011

Wow, what a unique week this has been for our family.  We went to bed on Sunday evening and awoke Monday Morning with a beautiful snow covering the ground.  The children have had a blast sledding and building a snowman and just being out of school.  Someone posted on Facebook that "God knew we needed to rest, so he sent snow to give us a break".  If that is true, it definitely worked.  God is soooo Good to us. This week I have managed to clean out my closet, clean and organize my desk and actually feel as if I may be catching up with my life.  Even though I must say, I think secretly I like being busy.  I also learned to skype this week and that has made for better communication with those I work for as a consultant.   I only wish the grandparents would venture out of their comfort zones and embrace technology.  The kids would love to be able to actually have a conversation and see them at the same time.  I promise to post pictures of the snow soon.

A New Year

Happy New Year!!!! 2010 has been jammed packed with fun activities, school, vacations, happy times, sad times, ball games, family time, Church, friends, volunteer meetings, holidays and work, but through it all we have felt the hand of our sweet savior leading and guiding us day by day.  He has held our hands through good times and picked us up when we have fallen.  My prayers for 2011 is that our family will continue to grow closer to you God. I am extremely thankful for my sweet family and for our many blessings.