Wednesday, August 17, 2011

Beach - Part 2

The only bad thing about a beach trip is that they have to end.  I was ready to go back as soon as we got home!

Josh, Pop and Maddie dodged the jelly fish and had a ball in the water!


Having fun at the Oyster House!



 Yummy!
 "Hiding" at the Restaurant









NeNe thinks she is the most adorable thing in the world!  These pictures were all taken by Caleb.




Thanks to my sweet family for more great memories!

Sunday, August 14, 2011

Beach-Part One

We had a short, but wonderful trip to the beach.  Maddie simply could not have been any better.  Fun was had by all.

First, what do you do while waiting for an early morning storm to pass by?  We make silly faces!
 Enjoying a walk run with Pop!
 She loved everything about the beach....


Pop was convincing her that the water would be lots of fun!


We found all kinds of  "critters"  including a sea robin and an angry crab.


The tent was a perfect place for lunch!
 Maddie and Uncle C spent lots of time playing in the sand.

 Josh and Maddie loved getting in the water.


Stay tuned....More beach adventures are to come!

Thursday, August 11, 2011

"Miss" Cathy's Kids

For 20 summers now, I have been blessed to spend my afternoons with "Miss" Cathy and her "big" kids.  I have gotten to see a large percentage of Aliceville's children learn to swim.  They arrive at the house around 12:45 each day and for the next two hours, simply have a blast.  Each day is filled with jumping, splashing, going under, sliding, and of course, eating popsicles.  I am always sad when the four year olds start to big school, because that usually means they won't be back the next year. I only took my camera out 2 or 3 times this summer, so I don't have pictures of everyone.....

Maddie was even able to get in on the fun! Sam, a "graduate" of Cathy's even came back to visit one day.


Taylor Grace is usually the only girl.  However, she is more than able to hang with the boys.  I think it would be fair to say that she is the "leader of the pack".


Love Foster's hair!! Rainer loves being "Bucketman"!  I was glad Rainer and Maddie got to spend some time together.  Their mom's spent countless hours swimming together when they were little. 



Thanks for the company, "Miss Cathy".  I'm sorry I didn't get to spend as much time with ya'll this summer.

I am back in school now, but I can't wait until next summer!!

Tuesday, August 9, 2011

Family



There's a special kind of closeness

that only families know,

That begins with childhood trust

and deepens as you grow.

There's a special kind of happiness

in sharing little things,

The laughter, smiles, and quiet talks

that daily living brings.
There's a special kind of comfort

in knowing your family's there,

To back you up, to cheer you up

to understand and care.

Of all the treasures life may bring,

your family means the most,

And whether near or far apart,

That love will hold you close.





Thanks for always being there.  I love you all!

Saturday, August 6, 2011

Fun with Friends

Reed and I joined Tim, Marnetta, Jonathan, and Wesley for an afternoon on the river.  We didn't take our boat.  Tim picked us up at the landing, which was really easy.  The only problem was that we arrived at the landing just as the boats from a fishing tournament were speeding back to the landing to weigh in......Needless to say, I felt a little out of place in a sea of fishermen as we waited for our ride. 

However, I do simply love peaceful days like this.  Lots of simple, quiet good times floating, riding and enjoying friends!

This is the only picture of Netta I was allowed to take........


Reed and Captain Tim


Go Jon Go!




A little fun on the bank.....




We saw two of these today!


And the day ended with this beautiful rainbow....Who could ask for a more perfect ending to a day?


We are headed back to spend the day with them again today.  I can't wait!!

Thursday, August 4, 2011

The Birthday Girl

A Flashback in Time!!  Twenty-Five Years Ago

Cost of Living 1986



Twenty-five years ago (August 5) a loaf of bread was 39 cents a loaf, bacon was $1.69, gas was 89 cents a gallon, and the average yearly income was $22,400.00.  And in that same year, we were blessed with a beautiful baby girl. Wow! Time flies and things sure do change!






No Matter How Many Birthdays Come And Go,
You’ll Always Be Our Little Girl.

Happy Birthday Lindsey!

We Love You!!





Hope you have a special day!

Monday, August 1, 2011

Girl's Night - Part 2

I think we've started something here that I hope continues.  I am thoroughly enjoying our girl time.....Although I must add that we need to do a much better job of previewing a movie before we venture out..Whew!  Without giving the title away, this one was "horrible" in lots of ways! 

My ride picking me up to journey to Carrollton to meet up with the other two.....


 I think Prissy in the middle is saying something about me not being in the picture.......


This was our first stop.....


This is Marnetta's shocked expression after the 414,989,909 time we heard a certain word during this movie........


Can you tell which one thought it was a great movie and which one didn't?


A little something we found in Charli's car......(And you never go back!)


Stop number 2-Great restaurant for a great meal and absolutely no gossiping!


And her intended victim is............


This sweet angel!


But no need to worry-I rescued her!


I can't wait for our next adventure....Bowling anyone!