Trip to Atlanta

A few weeks ago we headed down to Atlanta, Texas to visit with some family. We had a GREAT time. Not only did we get to visit with Papa, Debbie, Jimmy, Krystal, Gigi and GGP, we got to go to a shutterfly home party! The kids loved getting to play with fritz, a wagon, and balloons. (not to mention they loved how they could reach all the snacks on the table at the party :) After the party I stayed a couple of extra days. I loved getting to cook and of course eat with GG and GGP. I have so many memories of times out at the lake, or at Papa or Aunt Debbie's house. I am so excited that now my kids are getting to start making some memories too! We had a great time and we already can't wait to head back again. Love you guys!

Saying Goodbye

A few weeks ago our friends Caleb and Stephanie graduated, and moved to Iowa. Stephanie has not only been a good friend, but she watched Riley and Sam this past semester. They both love our kids SO much. -We love you guys and miss you already! Hope we can see each other again soon!

Mother's Day

My Mother's Day was GREAT! This was my third Mother's day and they just keep getting better and better. I love watching my kids grow. I love teaching them and watching them do the things that I do. I love their beautiful smiles first thing in the morning, and I love watching their chests rise and fall as they sleep. Thanks for a wonderful Mother's day kids (Ryne)

My morning started out with homemade cards from Riley and Sam. Riley woke me up with "Happy Mother's Day" just as clear as day! After a glass of OJ Riley handed me my gift.... It was a beautiful ring that I have had my eye on from Zales! I was SO excited! After that Ryne informed me that breakfast was waiting for me at Waffle House :) We got ready for church and headed out. Breakfast was great!

We had lunch plans with some good friends of ours that fell through so after church we headed home for a family lunch. That evening we celebrated with my best friend Angie and her family. She is an AMAZING mom too and I was so glad to spend the time with their sweet family.

All in all my day was great. -Lets not forget about my mom though.... I owe a lot to my mother. For starters she didn't kill me all the times that I gave her plenty of reason to :) But more importantly she has always encouraged me to be the strong willed, passionate, fun loving person that I am. She has been the best example to me as I am now a mom. Thanks for all that you have, and continue to teach me. I love you!

-Check out my very first Mother's Day. Time sure does fly...