She wanted to try it out but I said no shoes on the bed :)
Thursday, October 27, 2011
Camden's Quilt
I finally finished Camden's quilt!!! The lighting and my camera make this picture horrible and I also realize I should have opened the curtains but you will get the general idea of it...
Festive for Fall
Our old decorations from last year are out and I am really excited about the cooler weather coming in. I have been hearing a lot about Scentsy but haven't had $35 to spend on a burner. Well I'm not sure if these are the same but they definitely work great! Better Homes & Gardens has a huge selection of wax burners at Wal-Mart and they are around $15.oo for the burner and $5.oo for the wax. I love mine and it goes great in my bedroom or master bathroom. I can't wait until next month and then I'm going to invest in one for the front of the house. I turn mine on for a couple of hours every morning and the whole back part of our home smells wonderful for the rest of the day!
I also love my Delta Magazine and the November/December issue came in today! It really gets me into the holiday and decorating spirit and I can't wait to read it tonight. It's the one magazine subscription I allow myself to indulge in and it's worth every penny.
Christmas Fabric!!!
I am so excited that I now have all of my Christmas fabric in for my appliques! I've grouped them according to their coordinating fabrics and I couldn't wait to show them off. I'll be posting pictures of designs with these fabrics soon.
Wednesday, October 26, 2011
Compassion for Carla
My goals recently has been to try and feel better (excercising, dieting, taking more time for myself, etc...) I have been secretly saving up for a new outfit and maybe even a new way to boost my current diet. All of that changed this weekend at the women's conference.
A couple of the speakers talked about being physically and spiritually exhausted and how scripture tells us we (as earthly beings) can combat this exhaustion. I took notes and began to look over them during one of our breaks. Funny thing is that exercise, shopping, and diet pills were not on that list. I don't believe that any of these things are bad for you and I know they can actually make you feel better but I believe that moment of feeling better will be short-lived and that the Bible can offer more longterm solutions. I am not going to quit running or trying to take better care of myself, I am however going to incorporate a level of spiritual care that I have been neglecting.
I am in the process of trying to organize and print my notes from this particular session. I want to condense them into mini points so I can put them on my bathroom mirror to help refresh and revive my spirit and body everyday.
On into the day we had the opportunity to watch a short video about Compassion International. Incase you've never heard of it, it's a Christian sponsorship program for needy children all over the world. I've seen their commercials before and heard people talk about it. I even have a couple of friends who sponsor children. I have never actually seen or heard from an adult who was sponsored as a child until this weekend.
I can't even remember her name or the song she sang but I can remember her saying she was 8 yrs old when she was sponsored. But I remember this: she said before that time she had never seen a mattress, worn a pair of shoes, been to the doctor, been told about Jesus, or even that she mattered. She said she had no sense of value or self-worth until she was sponsored and introduced to Jesus through Compassion. The only picture running through my mind at that time was Camden. I kept seeing her cold, hungry, and alone and I got a nagging in my stomach and heart that would not go away. Then I thought of our pets (cats and dogs) and I realized that our animals were being cared for much more so than these children of God. So of course when they asked if anyone wanted to sponsor a child my hand went up and they brought me a packet with a little 7 year old girl from Bolivia named Carla.
I don't recommend sponsoring a child without first discussing it with your husband....:)
Carla is now a long-term part of the Sheffield family and I can't wait to start writing her letters and when the kids get older letting them do so as well. I explained to Camden on Sunday that there was a little girl named Carla who didn't have many toys or clothes or money for food and that our family was now going to help her with these things. She immediately asked to go see Carla, so I explained to her where she lived and that it was too far to go but we had a picture of her. She looked at her picture and then went to go play. That night after Camden said her prayers I asked her if she wanted to pray for Carla and she said "no". So I said I would and I just prayed that someone would take Carla to church and introduce her to Jesus. Camden then offered a prayer of her own "God, please help Carla with her bills, Amen". I know it's not the sweet little prayer everyone was expecting but I believe God heard my child's honest request and will answer it according to His will. Kids keep you on your toes.
In the weeks and months to come you will get to hear and hopefully see more about Carla and her family. If you want to learn more about Compassion and the work they do visit their site at http://www.compassion.com/
A couple of the speakers talked about being physically and spiritually exhausted and how scripture tells us we (as earthly beings) can combat this exhaustion. I took notes and began to look over them during one of our breaks. Funny thing is that exercise, shopping, and diet pills were not on that list. I don't believe that any of these things are bad for you and I know they can actually make you feel better but I believe that moment of feeling better will be short-lived and that the Bible can offer more longterm solutions. I am not going to quit running or trying to take better care of myself, I am however going to incorporate a level of spiritual care that I have been neglecting.
I am in the process of trying to organize and print my notes from this particular session. I want to condense them into mini points so I can put them on my bathroom mirror to help refresh and revive my spirit and body everyday.
On into the day we had the opportunity to watch a short video about Compassion International. Incase you've never heard of it, it's a Christian sponsorship program for needy children all over the world. I've seen their commercials before and heard people talk about it. I even have a couple of friends who sponsor children. I have never actually seen or heard from an adult who was sponsored as a child until this weekend.
I can't even remember her name or the song she sang but I can remember her saying she was 8 yrs old when she was sponsored. But I remember this: she said before that time she had never seen a mattress, worn a pair of shoes, been to the doctor, been told about Jesus, or even that she mattered. She said she had no sense of value or self-worth until she was sponsored and introduced to Jesus through Compassion. The only picture running through my mind at that time was Camden. I kept seeing her cold, hungry, and alone and I got a nagging in my stomach and heart that would not go away. Then I thought of our pets (cats and dogs) and I realized that our animals were being cared for much more so than these children of God. So of course when they asked if anyone wanted to sponsor a child my hand went up and they brought me a packet with a little 7 year old girl from Bolivia named Carla.
I don't recommend sponsoring a child without first discussing it with your husband....:)
Carla is now a long-term part of the Sheffield family and I can't wait to start writing her letters and when the kids get older letting them do so as well. I explained to Camden on Sunday that there was a little girl named Carla who didn't have many toys or clothes or money for food and that our family was now going to help her with these things. She immediately asked to go see Carla, so I explained to her where she lived and that it was too far to go but we had a picture of her. She looked at her picture and then went to go play. That night after Camden said her prayers I asked her if she wanted to pray for Carla and she said "no". So I said I would and I just prayed that someone would take Carla to church and introduce her to Jesus. Camden then offered a prayer of her own "God, please help Carla with her bills, Amen". I know it's not the sweet little prayer everyone was expecting but I believe God heard my child's honest request and will answer it according to His will. Kids keep you on your toes.
In the weeks and months to come you will get to hear and hopefully see more about Carla and her family. If you want to learn more about Compassion and the work they do visit their site at http://www.compassion.com/
Monday, October 24, 2011
E-Women's Conference
Jeremy Camp!!!
This weekend was AWESOME!!! I had so much fun in Tupelo (it really makes me want to move back) and I already have my ticket for next years conference. It's going to be in Southhaven next year and I am glad it will be closer to our house but am going to miss the chance to get to Tupelo.
We had great speakers and excellant performers! Friday night we just made it in time for the conference around 7:00 and we got to our hotel around 10:45 p.m. Aunt Ginger called me around 6 am Saturday morning and I rushed to get ready and make it to the convention center so we could get good seats. It was a little chilly but so worth it!! We got great seats just off the floor close to the stage. I won't post all of the 100+ photos but I wanted to have some to remember it :)
Me, Mama, Ginger, Jessica, Stacy, Christy, Deb, and Ginger (another Ginger) had a blast and I know we all came home with something from the weekend. Just realized that out of 8 people we had 2 Gingers and 2 Debbies...
Michael O'Brian was the main source of our musical entertainment and he was awesome!! My favorite song he did was the Lord's Prayer. I've heard the Lord's prayer put to music before but never like this. It was awesome and I am going to get his cd one day just so I can hear it all the time.
We also were blessed to hear Jeremy Camp!!! He is an amazing artist and has such a powerful testimony. His 1st wife was diagnosed with cancer at 22 and she died 4 months after the returned from their honeymoon. That was pretty much what impressed me about all of our speakers and performers. Each person had experienced some type of tragdity or struggle and they were all able to overcome it and use their expericnce to help others.
I have 3 favorite speakers from the weekend. The first one is Lysa TerKeurst you may recognize her name from Proverbs 31 Ministries and if you ever listen to AFR. I love her books and her radio talks but I never knew her testimony and where she came from. She and her husband have five children (2 were recently adopted from a refugee camp somewhere in South America). She was probably one of the most down to earth and real of all the women I got to hear.
Of course my 2nd favorite was Sarah Palin!! She spoke for over and hour and it was awesome!! We need more women like her in our schools, churches, and government.
My 3rd favorite speaker will have to wait for another day. Of all the things I took away from the weekend I believe her's will impact me and my family forever.
Stacy, Christy, & Deb
Sarah Palin!! The picture on the right was taken because it
was the only shot I could get of her blue suede shoes :)
Meredith Andrews!!!
Me (& my double chin) and Stacy and Jessica
See the family resemblance much?
Mama and Ginger
Jessica and Ginger
After the conference we went to Madison Street to pick up Alice Virginia. She took us to this really neat little Italian resturaunt downtown called Nautical Whimsey. The food was excellant but the company was even better! I can't wait til my next trip to Tupelo even if it is only for a visit....
Sunday, October 23, 2011
Playground Pics
Last Saturday when I took the kids to the park to enjoy the pretty weather I got a few pictures. Cleaning off my camera so I decided to post a few.
Monday, October 17, 2011
I am Blessed!
This weekend was great! Nothing exciting happened but it was a great one nonetheless. Saturday the weather was beautiful and the kids and I spent the morning at the park. Marvin got home just after supper and I headed to clean a local business (my new saturday night job).
Sunday was even better! We had an awesome guest speaker Gary Bates who is the CEO of CMI (Creation Ministries International). He is originally from Australia but recently relocated with his family to Atlanta, GA to accept his current position with CMI. He has written several book and you can check out their website http://www.creation.com/ . By clicking on the what we believe and what we do tabs you can get an understanding of what he was speaking on.
After church we went to eat lunch and Uncle John joined us. The kids haven't seen much of him lately and they were excited about having him over. While Marvin, John, and the kids napped I went to al-Mart to buy groceries for the week then came back and went running :) Yes, I am so excited about my newest hobby/lifestyle change. So far I've lost 3 inches off my stomach and around 4 lbs. I can't wait to see where I am in January! My goal is to be able to wear my old clothes before I turn 30.
When I got back from running Marvin and John had started supper (burgers on the grill) and we all ate shortly after. After supper I played with the kids while John and Marvin went back to church to hear the speaker again.
Once the kids were in bed for the night I watched a movie then went to bed. When I woke up this morning the kitchen was spotless and my washing machine was fixed! Have I mentioned lately how great my husband is?!? And on Friday I get to go to a women's conference in Tupelo with Mama and Stacy!!! I am really excited about this little break and one of the speakers at the conference will be Sarah Palin! I miss Tupelo and will really enjoy getting to spend part of the weekend there.
I am really excited about our life and can't wait to see what God has planned for us next!
My God is always faithful even though I am not and I am really glad of that!
Sunday was even better! We had an awesome guest speaker Gary Bates who is the CEO of CMI (Creation Ministries International). He is originally from Australia but recently relocated with his family to Atlanta, GA to accept his current position with CMI. He has written several book and you can check out their website http://www.creation.com/ . By clicking on the what we believe and what we do tabs you can get an understanding of what he was speaking on.
After church we went to eat lunch and Uncle John joined us. The kids haven't seen much of him lately and they were excited about having him over. While Marvin, John, and the kids napped I went to al-Mart to buy groceries for the week then came back and went running :) Yes, I am so excited about my newest hobby/lifestyle change. So far I've lost 3 inches off my stomach and around 4 lbs. I can't wait to see where I am in January! My goal is to be able to wear my old clothes before I turn 30.
When I got back from running Marvin and John had started supper (burgers on the grill) and we all ate shortly after. After supper I played with the kids while John and Marvin went back to church to hear the speaker again.
Once the kids were in bed for the night I watched a movie then went to bed. When I woke up this morning the kitchen was spotless and my washing machine was fixed! Have I mentioned lately how great my husband is?!? And on Friday I get to go to a women's conference in Tupelo with Mama and Stacy!!! I am really excited about this little break and one of the speakers at the conference will be Sarah Palin! I miss Tupelo and will really enjoy getting to spend part of the weekend there.
I am really excited about our life and can't wait to see what God has planned for us next!
My God is always faithful even though I am not and I am really glad of that!
Saturday, October 15, 2011
Pumpkin Patch 2011
On Sunday (the 9th) we all went to the pumpkin patch in Hernando and this year Gramma went with us. The kids had a blast and I did manage to get some pictures. Neil really loved the farm animals and he even kissed a donkey! He tried several times to catch a chicken but to no avail. They both enjoyed the train ride and the playground. Next year I plan on trying to go on a Saturday because afternoons are stressful on kids who haven't had a nap and apparently everyone goes on Sunday and the place was packed.
Camden missed the pig races this year because she had something in her eye. It took an act of Congress to get it out but once we did she was able to enjoy the rest of the day and Marvin and I survived all of the judgemental stares from other parents.
Both the kids found a small pumpkin at the pumpkin patch and Camden loved making pirate sounds on the pirate ship. All in all I think it was a great day and I can't wait until next year!!
my two serious guys!
Checking out the train before the ride started
Best dad in the whole world!
Camden missed the pig races this year because she had something in her eye. It took an act of Congress to get it out but once we did she was able to enjoy the rest of the day and Marvin and I survived all of the judgemental stares from other parents.
Both the kids found a small pumpkin at the pumpkin patch and Camden loved making pirate sounds on the pirate ship. All in all I think it was a great day and I can't wait until next year!!
This poor chicken had to get up here to get away from Neil.
They loved feeding the animals and Neil of course had to try some for himself!
Not the best picture of me!
My little buckaroos :)
Heading through the hay tunnel
He wouldn't stand still for a second!
Exploring the pirate ship
This was the best I could do!
And people wonder why I can't keep up with them! They are always full speed
and usually headed in opposite directions.
Pickin pumpkins!
Headed back to the tractor with her pumpkin
Wednesday, October 12, 2011
Choo Choo The Twins Are Two
The kids got invited to a birthday party on Saturday and they had the cutest train there. Turns out the guy who built it (Roy Shook) is actually my great-aunt's (Johnie Shook Staten, aka Aunt Mae) cousin. Small world huh? There were close to 15 individual cars on the train and each one was precious! Mr. Shook would stop the train evey now and then so the kids could get out and change cars.
Neil is in Jacks and Yates Sunday school classs and they are the cutest guys in the world! Somehow I actually missed getting a decent picture of them. They are fast little guys and didn't like the train that much. My kids on the other hand never wanted to leave it.
Neil is in Jacks and Yates Sunday school classs and they are the cutest guys in the world! Somehow I actually missed getting a decent picture of them. They are fast little guys and didn't like the train that much. My kids on the other hand never wanted to leave it.
Camden & Lola
Ready to go ride a train!!
I made the boys shirts with tow trucks with their initals
He was so serious!
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Thursday, October 27, 2011
Camden's Quilt
I finally finished Camden's quilt!!! The lighting and my camera make this picture horrible and I also realize I should have opened the curtains but you will get the general idea of it...
She wanted to try it out but I said no shoes on the bed :)
Festive for Fall
Labels:
Thoughts
Our old decorations from last year are out and I am really excited about the cooler weather coming in. I have been hearing a lot about Scentsy but haven't had $35 to spend on a burner. Well I'm not sure if these are the same but they definitely work great! Better Homes & Gardens has a huge selection of wax burners at Wal-Mart and they are around $15.oo for the burner and $5.oo for the wax. I love mine and it goes great in my bedroom or master bathroom. I can't wait until next month and then I'm going to invest in one for the front of the house. I turn mine on for a couple of hours every morning and the whole back part of our home smells wonderful for the rest of the day!
I also love my Delta Magazine and the November/December issue came in today! It really gets me into the holiday and decorating spirit and I can't wait to read it tonight. It's the one magazine subscription I allow myself to indulge in and it's worth every penny.
Christmas Fabric!!!
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I am so excited that I now have all of my Christmas fabric in for my appliques! I've grouped them according to their coordinating fabrics and I couldn't wait to show them off. I'll be posting pictures of designs with these fabrics soon.
Wednesday, October 26, 2011
Compassion for Carla
My goals recently has been to try and feel better (excercising, dieting, taking more time for myself, etc...) I have been secretly saving up for a new outfit and maybe even a new way to boost my current diet. All of that changed this weekend at the women's conference.
A couple of the speakers talked about being physically and spiritually exhausted and how scripture tells us we (as earthly beings) can combat this exhaustion. I took notes and began to look over them during one of our breaks. Funny thing is that exercise, shopping, and diet pills were not on that list. I don't believe that any of these things are bad for you and I know they can actually make you feel better but I believe that moment of feeling better will be short-lived and that the Bible can offer more longterm solutions. I am not going to quit running or trying to take better care of myself, I am however going to incorporate a level of spiritual care that I have been neglecting.
I am in the process of trying to organize and print my notes from this particular session. I want to condense them into mini points so I can put them on my bathroom mirror to help refresh and revive my spirit and body everyday.
On into the day we had the opportunity to watch a short video about Compassion International. Incase you've never heard of it, it's a Christian sponsorship program for needy children all over the world. I've seen their commercials before and heard people talk about it. I even have a couple of friends who sponsor children. I have never actually seen or heard from an adult who was sponsored as a child until this weekend.
I can't even remember her name or the song she sang but I can remember her saying she was 8 yrs old when she was sponsored. But I remember this: she said before that time she had never seen a mattress, worn a pair of shoes, been to the doctor, been told about Jesus, or even that she mattered. She said she had no sense of value or self-worth until she was sponsored and introduced to Jesus through Compassion. The only picture running through my mind at that time was Camden. I kept seeing her cold, hungry, and alone and I got a nagging in my stomach and heart that would not go away. Then I thought of our pets (cats and dogs) and I realized that our animals were being cared for much more so than these children of God. So of course when they asked if anyone wanted to sponsor a child my hand went up and they brought me a packet with a little 7 year old girl from Bolivia named Carla.
I don't recommend sponsoring a child without first discussing it with your husband....:)
Carla is now a long-term part of the Sheffield family and I can't wait to start writing her letters and when the kids get older letting them do so as well. I explained to Camden on Sunday that there was a little girl named Carla who didn't have many toys or clothes or money for food and that our family was now going to help her with these things. She immediately asked to go see Carla, so I explained to her where she lived and that it was too far to go but we had a picture of her. She looked at her picture and then went to go play. That night after Camden said her prayers I asked her if she wanted to pray for Carla and she said "no". So I said I would and I just prayed that someone would take Carla to church and introduce her to Jesus. Camden then offered a prayer of her own "God, please help Carla with her bills, Amen". I know it's not the sweet little prayer everyone was expecting but I believe God heard my child's honest request and will answer it according to His will. Kids keep you on your toes.
In the weeks and months to come you will get to hear and hopefully see more about Carla and her family. If you want to learn more about Compassion and the work they do visit their site at http://www.compassion.com/
A couple of the speakers talked about being physically and spiritually exhausted and how scripture tells us we (as earthly beings) can combat this exhaustion. I took notes and began to look over them during one of our breaks. Funny thing is that exercise, shopping, and diet pills were not on that list. I don't believe that any of these things are bad for you and I know they can actually make you feel better but I believe that moment of feeling better will be short-lived and that the Bible can offer more longterm solutions. I am not going to quit running or trying to take better care of myself, I am however going to incorporate a level of spiritual care that I have been neglecting.
I am in the process of trying to organize and print my notes from this particular session. I want to condense them into mini points so I can put them on my bathroom mirror to help refresh and revive my spirit and body everyday.
On into the day we had the opportunity to watch a short video about Compassion International. Incase you've never heard of it, it's a Christian sponsorship program for needy children all over the world. I've seen their commercials before and heard people talk about it. I even have a couple of friends who sponsor children. I have never actually seen or heard from an adult who was sponsored as a child until this weekend.
I can't even remember her name or the song she sang but I can remember her saying she was 8 yrs old when she was sponsored. But I remember this: she said before that time she had never seen a mattress, worn a pair of shoes, been to the doctor, been told about Jesus, or even that she mattered. She said she had no sense of value or self-worth until she was sponsored and introduced to Jesus through Compassion. The only picture running through my mind at that time was Camden. I kept seeing her cold, hungry, and alone and I got a nagging in my stomach and heart that would not go away. Then I thought of our pets (cats and dogs) and I realized that our animals were being cared for much more so than these children of God. So of course when they asked if anyone wanted to sponsor a child my hand went up and they brought me a packet with a little 7 year old girl from Bolivia named Carla.
I don't recommend sponsoring a child without first discussing it with your husband....:)
Carla is now a long-term part of the Sheffield family and I can't wait to start writing her letters and when the kids get older letting them do so as well. I explained to Camden on Sunday that there was a little girl named Carla who didn't have many toys or clothes or money for food and that our family was now going to help her with these things. She immediately asked to go see Carla, so I explained to her where she lived and that it was too far to go but we had a picture of her. She looked at her picture and then went to go play. That night after Camden said her prayers I asked her if she wanted to pray for Carla and she said "no". So I said I would and I just prayed that someone would take Carla to church and introduce her to Jesus. Camden then offered a prayer of her own "God, please help Carla with her bills, Amen". I know it's not the sweet little prayer everyone was expecting but I believe God heard my child's honest request and will answer it according to His will. Kids keep you on your toes.
In the weeks and months to come you will get to hear and hopefully see more about Carla and her family. If you want to learn more about Compassion and the work they do visit their site at http://www.compassion.com/
Monday, October 24, 2011
E-Women's Conference
Jeremy Camp!!!
This weekend was AWESOME!!! I had so much fun in Tupelo (it really makes me want to move back) and I already have my ticket for next years conference. It's going to be in Southhaven next year and I am glad it will be closer to our house but am going to miss the chance to get to Tupelo.
We had great speakers and excellant performers! Friday night we just made it in time for the conference around 7:00 and we got to our hotel around 10:45 p.m. Aunt Ginger called me around 6 am Saturday morning and I rushed to get ready and make it to the convention center so we could get good seats. It was a little chilly but so worth it!! We got great seats just off the floor close to the stage. I won't post all of the 100+ photos but I wanted to have some to remember it :)
Me, Mama, Ginger, Jessica, Stacy, Christy, Deb, and Ginger (another Ginger) had a blast and I know we all came home with something from the weekend. Just realized that out of 8 people we had 2 Gingers and 2 Debbies...
Michael O'Brian was the main source of our musical entertainment and he was awesome!! My favorite song he did was the Lord's Prayer. I've heard the Lord's prayer put to music before but never like this. It was awesome and I am going to get his cd one day just so I can hear it all the time.
We also were blessed to hear Jeremy Camp!!! He is an amazing artist and has such a powerful testimony. His 1st wife was diagnosed with cancer at 22 and she died 4 months after the returned from their honeymoon. That was pretty much what impressed me about all of our speakers and performers. Each person had experienced some type of tragdity or struggle and they were all able to overcome it and use their expericnce to help others.
I have 3 favorite speakers from the weekend. The first one is Lysa TerKeurst you may recognize her name from Proverbs 31 Ministries and if you ever listen to AFR. I love her books and her radio talks but I never knew her testimony and where she came from. She and her husband have five children (2 were recently adopted from a refugee camp somewhere in South America). She was probably one of the most down to earth and real of all the women I got to hear.
Of course my 2nd favorite was Sarah Palin!! She spoke for over and hour and it was awesome!! We need more women like her in our schools, churches, and government.
My 3rd favorite speaker will have to wait for another day. Of all the things I took away from the weekend I believe her's will impact me and my family forever.
Stacy, Christy, & Deb
Sarah Palin!! The picture on the right was taken because it
was the only shot I could get of her blue suede shoes :)
Meredith Andrews!!!
Me (& my double chin) and Stacy and Jessica
See the family resemblance much?
Mama and Ginger
Jessica and Ginger
After the conference we went to Madison Street to pick up Alice Virginia. She took us to this really neat little Italian resturaunt downtown called Nautical Whimsey. The food was excellant but the company was even better! I can't wait til my next trip to Tupelo even if it is only for a visit....
Sunday, October 23, 2011
Playground Pics
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Last Saturday when I took the kids to the park to enjoy the pretty weather I got a few pictures. Cleaning off my camera so I decided to post a few.
Monday, October 17, 2011
I am Blessed!
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This weekend was great! Nothing exciting happened but it was a great one nonetheless. Saturday the weather was beautiful and the kids and I spent the morning at the park. Marvin got home just after supper and I headed to clean a local business (my new saturday night job).
Sunday was even better! We had an awesome guest speaker Gary Bates who is the CEO of CMI (Creation Ministries International). He is originally from Australia but recently relocated with his family to Atlanta, GA to accept his current position with CMI. He has written several book and you can check out their website http://www.creation.com/ . By clicking on the what we believe and what we do tabs you can get an understanding of what he was speaking on.
After church we went to eat lunch and Uncle John joined us. The kids haven't seen much of him lately and they were excited about having him over. While Marvin, John, and the kids napped I went to al-Mart to buy groceries for the week then came back and went running :) Yes, I am so excited about my newest hobby/lifestyle change. So far I've lost 3 inches off my stomach and around 4 lbs. I can't wait to see where I am in January! My goal is to be able to wear my old clothes before I turn 30.
When I got back from running Marvin and John had started supper (burgers on the grill) and we all ate shortly after. After supper I played with the kids while John and Marvin went back to church to hear the speaker again.
Once the kids were in bed for the night I watched a movie then went to bed. When I woke up this morning the kitchen was spotless and my washing machine was fixed! Have I mentioned lately how great my husband is?!? And on Friday I get to go to a women's conference in Tupelo with Mama and Stacy!!! I am really excited about this little break and one of the speakers at the conference will be Sarah Palin! I miss Tupelo and will really enjoy getting to spend part of the weekend there.
I am really excited about our life and can't wait to see what God has planned for us next!
My God is always faithful even though I am not and I am really glad of that!
Sunday was even better! We had an awesome guest speaker Gary Bates who is the CEO of CMI (Creation Ministries International). He is originally from Australia but recently relocated with his family to Atlanta, GA to accept his current position with CMI. He has written several book and you can check out their website http://www.creation.com/ . By clicking on the what we believe and what we do tabs you can get an understanding of what he was speaking on.
After church we went to eat lunch and Uncle John joined us. The kids haven't seen much of him lately and they were excited about having him over. While Marvin, John, and the kids napped I went to al-Mart to buy groceries for the week then came back and went running :) Yes, I am so excited about my newest hobby/lifestyle change. So far I've lost 3 inches off my stomach and around 4 lbs. I can't wait to see where I am in January! My goal is to be able to wear my old clothes before I turn 30.
When I got back from running Marvin and John had started supper (burgers on the grill) and we all ate shortly after. After supper I played with the kids while John and Marvin went back to church to hear the speaker again.
Once the kids were in bed for the night I watched a movie then went to bed. When I woke up this morning the kitchen was spotless and my washing machine was fixed! Have I mentioned lately how great my husband is?!? And on Friday I get to go to a women's conference in Tupelo with Mama and Stacy!!! I am really excited about this little break and one of the speakers at the conference will be Sarah Palin! I miss Tupelo and will really enjoy getting to spend part of the weekend there.
I am really excited about our life and can't wait to see what God has planned for us next!
My God is always faithful even though I am not and I am really glad of that!
Saturday, October 15, 2011
Pumpkin Patch 2011
On Sunday (the 9th) we all went to the pumpkin patch in Hernando and this year Gramma went with us. The kids had a blast and I did manage to get some pictures. Neil really loved the farm animals and he even kissed a donkey! He tried several times to catch a chicken but to no avail. They both enjoyed the train ride and the playground. Next year I plan on trying to go on a Saturday because afternoons are stressful on kids who haven't had a nap and apparently everyone goes on Sunday and the place was packed.
Camden missed the pig races this year because she had something in her eye. It took an act of Congress to get it out but once we did she was able to enjoy the rest of the day and Marvin and I survived all of the judgemental stares from other parents.
Both the kids found a small pumpkin at the pumpkin patch and Camden loved making pirate sounds on the pirate ship. All in all I think it was a great day and I can't wait until next year!!
my two serious guys!
Checking out the train before the ride started
Best dad in the whole world!
Camden missed the pig races this year because she had something in her eye. It took an act of Congress to get it out but once we did she was able to enjoy the rest of the day and Marvin and I survived all of the judgemental stares from other parents.
Both the kids found a small pumpkin at the pumpkin patch and Camden loved making pirate sounds on the pirate ship. All in all I think it was a great day and I can't wait until next year!!
This poor chicken had to get up here to get away from Neil.
They loved feeding the animals and Neil of course had to try some for himself!
Not the best picture of me!
My little buckaroos :)
Heading through the hay tunnel
He wouldn't stand still for a second!
Exploring the pirate ship
This was the best I could do!
And people wonder why I can't keep up with them! They are always full speed
and usually headed in opposite directions.
Pickin pumpkins!
Headed back to the tractor with her pumpkin
Wednesday, October 12, 2011
Choo Choo The Twins Are Two
The kids got invited to a birthday party on Saturday and they had the cutest train there. Turns out the guy who built it (Roy Shook) is actually my great-aunt's (Johnie Shook Staten, aka Aunt Mae) cousin. Small world huh? There were close to 15 individual cars on the train and each one was precious! Mr. Shook would stop the train evey now and then so the kids could get out and change cars.
Neil is in Jacks and Yates Sunday school classs and they are the cutest guys in the world! Somehow I actually missed getting a decent picture of them. They are fast little guys and didn't like the train that much. My kids on the other hand never wanted to leave it.
Neil is in Jacks and Yates Sunday school classs and they are the cutest guys in the world! Somehow I actually missed getting a decent picture of them. They are fast little guys and didn't like the train that much. My kids on the other hand never wanted to leave it.
Camden & Lola
Ready to go ride a train!!
I made the boys shirts with tow trucks with their initals
He was so serious!
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