Another Birthday?

Oh Yes! Today is Aunt Amy's birthday! She is 22 years old! Unbelieveable! I sometimes still think of her as that little girl with those big long eyelashes that looked like spider legs, that went around everywhere in her tap shoes and too-too saying "Look at me, Daddy!" She still has those outrageous eyelashes and she still likes to be the center of attention! And believe me, she starts reminding you of her birthday on the 1st day of August and keeps celebrating until the last day of August! So, today we want to say HAPPY BIRTHDAY AUNT AMY! WE LOVE YOU VERY MUCH!!!

Birthday Celebration

Saturday we celebrated Papa Will's 88th birthday! All of Papa and Granny's family got together at Wayland and Sue's house for lunch. And boy did we have some good southern home cookin'! My favorite!! I was able to get a few pictures of John Luke with Papa and Granny. Not an easy task with a 15 month old going on full blast at ALL times! Happy Birthday Papa!




John Luke with his Grammie

This week, John and I have really realized just how much John Luke is growing. It seems like yesterday I was in the hospital {for the 2nd time, and after 22 hours of labor, with two unsuccessful epidurals}, praying that God would PLEASE remove this child from my body! At that time I would never have imagined I could ever get to the point that I could say I would do it over again in a heartbeat. I guess that's one of the amazing things God designed in a mother. I truly know what unconditional love is now. I would do it over everyday from here on out to have this precious little man God has blessed us with.
So...anyway, I wanted to share some most recent pictures of our RAPIDLY growing sweet man!

Fun In The Sun!

Well, we are back from the beach. We had a fantastic time, just wish we had planned to stay longer. The weather was good for the most part. It showered off and on the first day but then it was sunny but breezy so it wasn't so blazing hot. The water was not pretty. It was full of seaweed and an ugly green color. John Luke enjoyed the beach for awhile but I think he liked the pool better. We decided he needs someone to play with so I guess that means a brother or sister since I don't think any cousins are in the picture on this side of the family! Wish Brian and Dawn could have joined us, but working weekends messes up everything. Missed y'all! {Sorry everyone for being bossy, but somebody has to be the event coordinator!} Can't wait til' next time!

Just to Pass Along...

I heard this man on Focus on the Family today and thought he had some awesome advice for all parents. He wrote the book "Have a New Kid By Friday" and gave some wonderful insights on parenting. In the book {and also on the broadcast}, he gives simple, practical tips any parent can use. Not only for "bad" behavior kids but for all children. His strategies help the parents keep order and peace in the home. I found this to be a great encouragement and wonderful resource. Even with only one child, I find myself needing "help" and can only imagine what it will be like as our family grows! Dr. Kevin Leman will be on the broadcast all week if anyone would like to listen. You can click on the title below and it will take you to the webpage.

Have a New Kid By Friday - Fatherhood - Parenting - Focus on the Family

For anyone who may be interested...

I am just now finishing up with this book and I have enjoyed it tremendously. So I guess this is my new book recommendation.

My "book worm" partner.

Just a few pictures of my sweet man.

Welcome Home, Daddy!

Everyday when John gets home, John Luke gets so excited! He acts like he hasn't seen his daddy in years!{which is a little impossible since he is only 15 months old, but you get the picture.} John's truck is kinda loud so usually John Luke can hear him pull up and as soon as he does he goes to running around screaming looking out every window to see if he can find him. This day, he happened to find a window that I had pulled the blinds up on so he was able to see him really good. Ofcourse, John makes his "entrance" as dramatic as possible. I think it is sweet and this time I was able to be ready and waiting with the camera.