The Spider and a Bee

Happy Halloween! Our Scary Little Spider!

And Our Pretty Little Bee.

Is this the cutest treat bag?!

Too Much Candy?!

Sleepy Bee.

Thankful on a Thursday.

Today, I am thankful for my parents. I am thankful that they love us. My mom and dad would do anything for any of us.
My mom is a good friend. She is funny and fun to be with. She is giving and loving. My dad is a rock. He is strong and protective. He gives good advice and is solid in his faith. I am mostly thankful that they taught my sister, brother and I to love the Lord. While growing up, we never missed a church service. Thank you, Mom and Dad.

My sister

Happy Birthday to my sister, Tracy. Her birthday is October 20th--so, I am a little bit behind getting these pictures posted. We were able to spend her birthday dinner with her. After dinner we went to Maggie Moo's for some cake and ice cream. Benjamin really wanted to get his Aunt T-a balloon for her birthday. He picked a Thomas the train balloon-of course. We also celebrated our niece, Hailey's 1st birthday. She is blessed to share a birthday with my sister.

I am proud to be Tracy's little sister for many many reasons....but here are just a few:

• she is kind
• she his very thoughtful and giving
• she is funny
• she loves my children
• she has always excepted Allen and treats him like a brother
• she is smart and works very hard
• she was lots of fun to grow up with...well, most of the time. She did used to make me lay down, in the front seat of her car, to make sure nobody saw me with her.
• she is proud of me and she always reminds me
• she is strong and dependable
• she is modest and is probably embarrassed by this birthday tribute.

Happy Birthday, Tracy!

Tracy (aka Aunt T) with Georgia-Kate
Benjamin's best picture face.

Tracy and AmandaThe Maggie Moo's Ice Cream Cakes.

They were just as good as they look.

Benjamin and his blue cotton candy ice cream

My niece, Hailey--the other birthday girl.

Georgia-Kate is 8 months old.

Georgia-Kate is 8 months old, today. The months are flying by. It's almost time to make plans for her 1st Birthday party! She is getting ready for her first Halloween. She will be dressed as a bee. Happy 8 months, Georgia-Kate!

Isn't this is cutest little shirt?! It glows in the dark.

Sweet little socks from Uncle Todd and Aunt Tracie.

The power of Lightening McQueen.

Benjamin has never had any interest in Spaghettios....until now. Many times I tried to get him to eat canned pasta...I tried several different brands, even my favorite organic brand, Annie's. He wouldn't have anything to do with any of them...he would only smell it and say "I don't like it." And then while shopping at Wal-Mart, Benjamin spotted Lightening McQueen. He promised he would eat the "Lightening" Spaghettios.


He not only ate the Spaghettios, he finished the whole can over the next three meals. The power of marketing to kids is a crazy thing.

Thankful on a Thursday.

Today, I am thankful for friends. Specifically for my friend, Annie. Annie and I met when we were 9 years old. We met on the 1st day of school, in the 4th grade. Our parents moved into town with our families to work. Annie's family moved from Nashville, AR. We moved from Enid, OK. We were the "new girls" at our school, which wasn't easy in a small town. She had the prettiest curly hair that I had ever seen. Perhaps, because all the other girls had their "friends" or maybe because we had several things in common...but whatever the reason...we became instant friends. I am so thankful that we did.

I am thankful because she would do anything for me or my family. She loves my children. Benjamin refers to her as "Annie Mama". After high school, we didn't always live in the same place and didn't always call as much as we should have. I am just thankful that we are in the same place, right now. We are able to see one another, often. I can only hope to be a kind of friend she has taught me to be.

A Beautiful Day.

Yesterday, the weather was perfect. Benjamin, Georgia-Kate and I spent some time outside. Benjamin was playing with his basketball and I took advantage of the time to snap a few pictures. I hope you are enjoying the season as much as we are.

Benjamin & Georgia-Kate on the front porch.

She loves Him!

Laughing at Benjamin.

Benjamin playing ball.
I made him pose with the pumpkin!

Razorbacks upset #20 Auburn, 25-22

Wow! We are just so happy. What a great way to end--a really stressful week.

Things are looking up.....

Georgia-Kate's Room

I enjoy reading other women's blogs--Women who are mothers, decorator's, good cooks and love the Lord. One of those blogs is Kelly's Korner. She is hosting a Nursery tour. So here is my attempt at joining the tour.

Georgia-Kate's Nursery

(yes, that's lotion in the floor. haha)

The Dresser
Bird Pictures and her 1st Doll, sit on her bookcase
Her Quilt with the rocker.
Her monogrammed bumper pad.
Our sweet girl who sleeps here.

Thankful on a Thursday

Today is Thursday and for no particular reason, I feel Thankful. I am thankful to have a family.

Allen: Despite all the chaos with the economy, Allen still works hard. He is excited to be with the Benjamin and Georgia-Kate, and is eager to help them while he is home. I am thankful for all the ways he loves us.

Benjamin: As he grows, Benjamin is so curious. He wants to learn about anything and everything. He is a sweet boy. I am thankful for his sweet spirit.

Georgia-Kate: Even as she is teething, Georgia-Kate is the best little girl. She rarely fusses and she is a great sleeper. I am thankful that God blessed us with Georgia-Kate.

Why are you thankful?

My favorite time of year...

Fall is my favorite season. I love all the pumpkins, the cool breeze, the beautiful colors, and the smell of cinnamon. Isn't it really amazing that God gave us different seasons. Perhaps, He did it to remind us that he created all the things around us. In your our busy day, filled with our schedules, the upcoming elections, and the crazy economy...may we be still and be reminded of our blessings.

Georgia-Kate is 7 months old.

Happy 7 Months, Georgia-Kate! We are so proud of you.

Jesus, Where are you?

Tonight, the Fall Revival ended at our church and as the Adults left with challenges and high hopes of living a full life for Jesus--apperantly our sweet little Benjamin left more aware of Jesus, also. We stopped to get something to eat and as we sat in the drive-thru line...he was into everything in the back seat. As a result of my frustration, when I heard the noise of more papers being tossed around.

I said "Benjamin, what are you doing now?"
He responded, quite serious, "Just reading the bible."
(Keep in mind it was dark and he was "reading" Allen's bible.)
Allen said "What are you reading about?"
Benjamin said "Jesus. Looking for Jesus."
Then he sang in the cutest tune...."Jesus, where are you?"

Needless to say, we died laughing.

Allen followed our laughter by saying..."Look out Benjamin, you are about to make your Mama's blog."

Well, Yeah....It was adorable.

If only we all would open the Word - and ask for Jesus.

Sad Saturday in Fayetteville

Well, we expected to have a tough Saturday on the football field....but 49-14. It was kinda harsh! We aren't fair weathered fans...so we will stick by our beloved Razorbacks. Grandma Janet stayed with Benjamin and Georgia-Kate. Benjamin sent his best cheers with us as we left home..."Go Hogs, beat 'Bama!". He is a good little fan. Despite the sad outcome, the weather was perfect and we had a good time. Perhaps Ricky and Bro. Scott will be gracious as they gloat about their Alabama win, on a Sunday Morning.

Last days of summer...

Fall is defiantly in the air, and soon all the pumpkins will be out. So just a few new pictures to say goodbye to summer and welcome Fall. Georgia-Kate showing off her shades!
Labor Day at Big Cedar Lodge.
Benjamin at the playgound, Labor Day.
Isn't he big?!
Allen and Benjamin.

"Come here duck and get your food"-Benjamin

Benjamim had a big time feeding the ducks, Table Rock Lake.

Benjamin's new duck friends.

A few things I love

(in no certain order)

My children
Georgia-Kate's laugh
Benjamin's little voice
When Allen brings me flowers-for no reason
Peanut butter
Music
Razorback football
Allen, for lots of reasons.
Halloween
Smell of Rain
My friends
Christmas Trees
Sunday Mornings
Winter's first snow
My parents
Gerber Daisies
My Bible
Chocolate Cake
The smell of baby lotion
A new pair of jeans
Iced Tea
The Sunday Paper
Baby Hands
My sister and my brother
Pretty little bows for Georgia-Kate's hair
Reading a new book
Hawaii
Taking Benjamin to the library
Going to a pumpkin patch
The Food Network
Sunny Days

What do you love?

GO HOGS!

Football season is finally here. We love Saturdays in the Fall. We enjoy all Razorback sports...but, we love Razorback football. After the last game of the season, we begin the count down to the season opener.

That time of year has come...

• Allen and I will be grateful as grandparents will take care of our children,
• We will greet "our friends" who sit near that we said goodbye to at last season's end,
• We will eat too much Kettle Corn,
• Allen will act ugly, at least once, and yell from his seat-just in case the officials can hear him
• I will find the cutest Razorback shirts to wear with my jeans,
• We will call the Hogs and act like idiots when we score,
• Most importantly, we will spend time together doing something we love.

Here's to another year of Razorback football....May we win!

GO HOGS!

Benjamin and I at a game, last year.

Benjamin and Allen with Pork Chop.