Let's talk Thompsonisms

new blog

2011-08-22T08:17:00.000-07:00

I've started a new blog over on wordpress. I am keeping this one - but not sure how often I will post on here :-) I like to follow a lot of people on here, and may update from time to time.

It's:

ChickenNuggetMomma

Come visit :-)

Beachy

2011-07-28T11:20:00.001-07:00

Family

2011-06-12T06:11:00.001-07:00

We did these shots a while back.....

We are the Champions

2011-05-14T11:06:00.000-07:00

My son's baseball team won first place in their tournament this year. They finished off the season with the best record. I am a very proud mommy.

Holly Jolly

2010-12-12T09:03:00.000-08:00

It's that time of year, and I LOVE it!!!! I love the feeling - all the baking.....and the family time!!

Here's some of what's been going on:

Updates

2010-09-30T12:45:00.000-07:00

I know it's been a really long time since I've posted - I thought I'd do a few shots to see from start to finish:

Well actually I was bigger than this below picture - after having 2 kiddos back to back - I was in the 180's +..........I went to a "diet" doctor and lost around 30-40 lbs.

This first picture is on my annie - June of 2009 I was around 170ish here. These jeans were a size 13, but I could wear 11/12.

Annie - June 2010 I was around 150 here I beleive or upper 145ish. These pants are a 9/10

Most resent picture - working out with the hubs - this was a couple of weeks ago - 138lbs Wearing size 7/8, some 4's.......I can wear some 9/10's (have to be that tight stretchy material - thrown in the dryer - ha ha).

Still feeling great :-) Got my bench press up to 105 max - woot I'm very proud, but most of all I feel wonderful!!!!!!!!

Thoughts and Prayers

2010-07-01T06:38:00.001-07:00

In this Wonderful Life

Thoughts and prayers going your way

~Don't be aaaaahhhhh Tummmmmble weeeed~

2010-06-11T12:46:00.000-07:00

HOWDY Partners!!!

First I want to give you guys a little bit of an update on the 'weight' front. I have lost a total of 25 lbs WOOT! BUT I have lost more inches than anything - possibly gaining some muskles ;-) I fit into my 'goal' pants....and now they are getting very lose on me!! But I'm really not losing any more weight....so there comes in the losing inches. I'm EXTREMELY happy with my progress.

I can now Bench Press a whopping 95 lbs - BIG feet!! I cannot quite get that 100...I get half-way up and get stuck and Yell for the hubby to come help. I'm still working out about 5 days a week and I'm still loving it.

NOW on to other things......this coming up week is our VBS!!! Saddle Ridge Ranch!! I'm sure most churches are doing this theme. I'm doing crafts again this year (this is the most fun job!).

The kiddos and I went up and decorated our room....I have the biggest because I have to handle all the kids coming through.

Here we go:

We have the train in our room from a previous VBS...so I used that in part of our theme - I made the Saddle Ridge Train Depot!!

Made a fence...put in some catus'

I took pictures of all the teachers and made "wanted" posters.....here are the girls - I also made new signs for the restrooms (cowgirls/cowboys).

Another view of the room....put the tables in a 'horse shoe' shape'. I also hung red and blue cowboy hates from the ceiling.

Another view of the Train Station...made a window for the ticket booth ;-)

I cannot wait...I love VBS!!!!!! Head'em up...Move'em out!!!!

Sugar Pie, Honey Bunch - You know I LOVE you!

2010-06-02T11:30:00.000-07:00

Seven years ago today I married the love of my life - the man of my dreams. He has made my life complete. I have truly enjoyed my life with him. No matter what we've been through, we have stuck by each other's sides.

Jerimy has always supported me in what ever I have wanted to do. He has always been there for me. I feel like I love him more and more every day.

I am so happy to be his wife, and the mother of his beautiful children. I am so very blessed. I have a wonderful Christain man in my life.

These years have flown by, it seems like yesterday......thank you so much honey for blessing my life. I love you with all of my heart...always and forever.

Happy Anniversary - your blessed - loving wife, Amy

Mothers Day

2010-05-07T09:52:00.000-07:00

Every year we always have a Mother/Daughter Banquet. But alas this year - I was told by a certain someone....it's not Mother/Daugther....It's a Mother's Day Banquet. Because someone may get offended....all Mother's do not have daughters.

OFFENDED you say.........it's Mother/Daughter Banquet because YOU are either a mother or a daughter!!! (DUH) The more I think about this the more it just irratates me. Every lady that comes doesn't have a child........but she is the daughter of someone. ummm RIGHT??

To top things off...this same person CANCELLED our Banquet (Tuesday) decided she just didn't feel like doing it. Seriously - what gives you the right? So a bunch of us ladies have gotten together and we're going out to eat tonight - I write a poem every year for Mother's Day - usually for my mom's banquet, and for ours. This year...I've made each individual lady a poem - decorated it, then lamenated it. This is for you MISS lady:

Mother/Daughter

God has chosen our path;
Mother, daughter – friend.
He has written our stories,
From beginning to end.

We all have a journey,
A path to guide our way;
We just need to listen
To what our Lord has to say.

Our lives set before us
Mother, daughter – friend.
We may not have chosen,
But we have a love to never end.

We are each one
Different but the same;
He has chosen for each,
Such a specific name.

Which one are you;
Friend, daughter – Mother?
All of us made from Love -
Our lives like none other.

I hope everyone has a WONDERFUL Mother's Day!!!!!! You are all very awesome!!!!

Here comes Peter Cotton tail.....well he's went anyway.....

2010-04-11T09:27:00.000-07:00

I know...I am WAY behind!!!! I'm just posting Easter Pictures!!

Ok on the weight loss front....I have lost about 18lbs.........but my big thing is - I've lost 2 inches in my thighs, 1 1/2 inches on my calves, and 1 1/2 on my biceps!!! (I didn't measure my waist, but I can just tell in clothes I've lost inches there - wish I would have measured that as well - at the start) I've still been working out 5 days a week - I take 2 days during off. Usually Sunday and Wednesday's. (Just hard with church).

But I'm doing really well, and I'm still enjoying it!!! Not so afraid of bathing suit time!!!

Without further aaaa-do ... the family at EASTER!!!

Braxton and Brylee

McKenna

Braxton - Brylee - McKenna

Braxton - throwing the deuce

UMMMM I don't know where he gets all this from::::

(at the park on spring break - crazy girls)

The whole family....Braxton throwing Ahhh-gain

yeaaa this is good as it gets ;-)

Me and the hubs!!

Wordless

2010-03-17T07:01:00.000-07:00

Let's get Physical!!

2010-03-16T09:30:00.000-07:00

The hubs and I did our weigh in last Tuesday (I know I'm WAY behind and keep saying I'll get better - ha!)

His loss 3.8 lbs, my loss 2.4 lbs. Ugghhh beaten again!

I'm still doing really good, and I'm actually loving my workouts and look forward to them. (more and more) YES this is a big SHOCK to me!! I've always been very VERY (cannot stress that enough) lazy when it comes to working out - I've always really hated it.

I've always LOVED sports - but working out - nope not for me!! I think it could acutally become addicting. Did I really just say that? I mean I don't want to be some big bulked up person, but I do want to be toned.

We have also been doing the wii fit - the kids really like this as well....and it's good for them!!

I do love this time change - IN the EVENINGS....not so much the mornings, I don't like waking up and it still being dark out!!

Anyway - hope you guys are having a great week!!

Jump Jump

2010-03-05T06:21:00.000-08:00

Hey guys....just a quick little update. We didn't have a 'weigh in' this week, we've decided every 2 weeks. I have actually 'hunkered' down. I'm doing the same work-out as my hubby. He is very dedicated to his work outs. I usually just do my own little thing, then end up watching him do the rest of his work outs.

I actually feel REALLY good, I've loved it!!! It hasn't been easy by all means, and I have been SO sore!! But I am very excited - it really does make a difference, I am loving it!!! Now mind you I do whine....and say "ohh it's tooooo heavy" "I can't do this". He tells me it's not and I can - and he's right. AND he's right there beside me, and if it does get too heavy he gives me a little boost - he puts ONE finger under the bar and gives a nudge - that makes all the difference!! The hubs is so awesome!!!! I have my own personal trainer!!!

I am down a total of 11 lbs!! (I think I've lost more inches though) I'm not really sure my goal weight - I know around where I would like to be, but I think it's more what size clothes I want to be in. (Make sense?)

I'm toning legs, tummy, arms. I can tell a huges difference in all my clothes! A BIG difference in my tummy and hinny!! :-) My problem area has always been 'thighs', in my jeans - there is a noticeable difference.

I've thought about blogging my eating, and work-out routines. I've just been really lazy!! Hopefully soon I'll get it in gear and do that!! ONE step at a time!! ;-)

Hope everyone has a GREAT weekend!!

To a brand new life....

2010-02-24T07:16:00.000-08:00

The hubs and I did our weigh in last night - we actually tied....lost 2 lbs. I am down a total of 9 lbs and he is down 12 lbs.

I am beyond excited!!! I feel so much better about myself- I know it's a slow and steady thing we're doing, and I feel like we are doing it the right way. I think if you lose too fast you are more likely to gain it back. I want to lose it slowly - and tone at the same time. I know I could do it quicker, but that quick fix is something I don't want. I want something that is going to last.

I am pretty proud of me and the hubs!!

You're one in a million

2010-02-18T06:56:00.000-08:00

I have to do a little bragging on my hubby today :-)

He takes our smallest 2 children to school every morning (unless something comes up, which isn't very often). I take our oldest. This is such a huge help to me. I do get up and wake the kiddos up and get them ready - he starts the car and puts their lunch in their lunch boxes. This small task saves me soooo much time. I would have to get up 30 minutes earlier if I had to take them to school - I'd have to put on my uniform...take them, come home get McKenna then take her - whewwww I know it doesn't sound like a lot, but having 3 kiddos - trying to get them all ready taking them to school in opposite directions...it really is a lot.

AT any rate. The hubs took the 2 smallest to school this morning....on his way out the guidance couselor stopped him. She introduced herself, then proceeded to ask my hubby if he had a moment to talk - First thoughts "what have they done now?" she just says to him, I want to commend you on walking your children to class every morning, we don't see that too often - especially dads. It's nice seeing a daddy so invovled in their children's lives, it really does mean a lot, and I just want to thank you.

I am so proud of my wonderful husband, I know I don't say it often enough, or thank him often enough....but he is one special man!! He really is one awesome dad - and a terrific husband!!!

*****

On the weight loss front, we didn't weigh in this week, I sort of been lacking - I'm still eating pretty good - I even turned down delish double chocolate brownies at lunch on Sunday!!!! That is a HUGE step!!!!! I did weigh myself, and I was down another pound....so we're 'moving' :-)

When a maaaan loves a woooman.....

2010-02-15T10:29:00.001-08:00

HiYa...I hope everyone had a great Valentine's Day!!! Friday I got a nice suprise - long stem roses delivered to work...they were beautiful!!! That night the hubs took me out to dinner and to see a movie (my choice) I chose to see "Valentine's Day"...something I normally wouldn't pick, but figured what the hey - it's that time of year ;-) it was cute!!

I thought this was my 'presents'.....hmmmm (not to mention - we went shopping after the movie and I got a new outfit!!)

Saturday morning I got this purse..........but in the purse was other goodies

I got the new Ed Hardy perfume - really like it!

ALSO:::: (SCORE!) The pictures doesn't do them justice...he does so awesome in the jewelry department!!

I have to say I LOVE this man!!!!

He is so awesome - he's such a great Valentine!!! And the bestest hubby in the world!!!

Jump jump

2010-02-12T08:51:00.000-08:00

Ok...just a really quick update for the week.......

I lost a BIG 1.8 lbs this week and the hubs lost 2 lbs. ugghhh ;-) I suppose losing an average of about 2 lbs a week is not bad. I am also doing it the 'right' way. No quick diets, just eating healthy and exercising. If I really want something I will eat it, just in moderation.

I think if I 'lose' this way, I am more likely to keep the weight off - and be healthy on top of it!!

I don't know about you guys, but I love sweets - he's a few things that have satisfied me:

Fat Free Pudding
1 'snack wells' cookie
Sugar free/Fat Free cool whip

I dump my little snack pack into a bowl, then break up my cookie (it has that cake texture) then add a dab of cool whip.

YUMMO - it really hit the spot!!

Another thing I tried last night - I dumped my little snack pack into a bowl, then added a dab of smuckers all natural peanut butter to it - ohhh yea I liked this way better!!! I love chocolate in peanut butter!!! It made a nice and feeling snack!!!

Risin' up, back on the street......

2010-02-04T08:19:00.000-08:00

Yea yea...this is going to be my theme song ;-)

The hubs and I did our weigh-in this week....it wasn't really what I wanted or expected ~sigh~ I lost a whopping .4 lbs and he lost 4 lbs. (I blame water-weight gain for my lapse) It's so not fair (whhaaa whhaaaa) Ok it's my pity party.... :-)

It sort of depressed me a little - I have been eating really good and working out just about every day....so I don't/didn't understand. The hubs told me I'm not eating enough calories - which I know is probably true. I have been eating way less than I should. I do need to do better in that department - I skipped a few breakfasts - which I know is a big NO NO!

I also need to eat a little pre-workout snack....half way through working out I feel ehhhh and run down - I get un-motivated, and I'm starving and want to quit. I think I'll start eating something like a 1/2 pb sandwich. What do you guys think? Maybe a protein bar or something like that.

Anyway - we are still at it, and I'm still loving it!! I've been drinking more water (No diet soda's this week at all!) And I love me some Diet Pepsi ahhhhhhh

I do really feel good - I know this is a very good thing, and I am so happy my hubby and I are doing this together!! It really does mean so much - and it does help!! I'm glad I have his love and support behind me!!!

Let's get Physical ;-)

2010-01-26T08:55:00.000-08:00

Just wanted to do a quick update - I know I've been slacking. The hubs and I are still going at it. We had our first weigh-in last Tuesday. I lost 4 lbs, and he lost 4.4 lbs :-) He beat me by .4 of a pound!!!

That's OK, I was pleasently suprised with the 4lbs - especially with us weighing in the evening...eating all day - I just feel 'fatter' in the evening ..... I guess with a full belly and all. We do weigh before we eat dinner....if we didn't - YIKES!!!

We worked out every day - of course minus Wednesday, I just don't have time with church and all...and Sunday....I consider that a 'rest' day!! Otherwise, I did pretty well. I know I'm not pushing myself like I should - I tend to get a little lazy. After working all day - I just cannot get that extra ummpphhh!! I really would like to get up and do some sort of exercise in the mornings - I need to get in a routine and try!!

OMG - have you guys every tried Arnolds Sandwich Thins? YUMMO!! It's a new love!! They are very very delish - I suggest them if you haven't. In a quick pinch - I slather some peanut butter on ... and yummo a quick breakfast!! I made hamburgers Friday nigth, I used these instead of buns (for myself). I wasn't sure if it would be over-whelmed by the meat - NO perfect-o!! They are really thin, but they stand firm!!

I'm also trying to drink more water - I really love my diet pepsi!!

I'll try to update more, it's just been really hectic!!! I'm not sure about the weigh-in tonight, my hubby is working late, and we had some car issues yesterday and didn't get to really work out together, so we may be skipping ;-)

I do have to say, I am feeling SO much better about myself, and I'm really excited about this. I hope to start taking more pictures and updating the work-outs/food more often!!

Thanks for your support!!!!

Changes

2010-01-17T09:09:00.000-08:00

Me and this AWESOME fella right here are doing some changes :-) Good one's. I know everyone goes on that "healthy" kick right at the new year, but he and I have both agreed to do this together - Get Healthy!!

We are eating better, and working out together. I have to say that I'm loving it. We actually started on "Biggest Loser" night - we even weighed in (I didn't like what I saw). We are going to do this weekly - same time. Even though I DO NOT like weighing at night - ugghhh have to weigh in with what I've eaten that day, makes me feel that much BIGGER!!

I know for having 3 kiddos I'm not huge by all means, but I'm not any where near where I would like to be!! I don't really think it's about 'weight'...(though I have a poundage I'd like to be), but it's about how I want to look and feel. I have my goal set in place. I am actually thinking about starting a food blog and following my progress - like there isn't enough food blogs out there (which I'm OBESSED with)...but I think this will be something great to keep up with.

Just to add - I use a website http://www.livestrong.com/ - it helps you track calories/exercise. It is pretty awesome!!

******

On another note of changes - my hubby and I agreed we need to show each other a little more attention. MY hubby is one of the most awesome dads and husbands (all ready), but I have to say he has kicked it up a notch. I am LOVING it. I'm getting even MORE attention than he was giving me.

When you have children, it's always about them - I know I have neglected on my part that is for sure. I have realized I have to put more into my husband. Jerimy has always been the more thoughtful one - he really does listen to what I say, and surprises me with things. I'm more the wordy one. I need to pay more attention to his wants (and needs).

We have been more attentive - more sweet little texts - telling each other more how we feel, being more "lovey". I have been absolutely cheesy with delight!!

I think more people need to do that - reflect back when you and your special someone were first together, how it was.

Jerimy has really showed me a lot - he is really a wonderful man. I do not know what I would do without him. I feel like we've gotten that much closer. I love him more and more every day. He still makes my heart flutter. I am SO thankful Jerimy is in my life, and so very blessed.

I am excited he and I are on this journey together - making our marriage that much stronger. Making our lives healthy - Physically and mentally.

I truly do love my life. Thank God He sent me that special person that I can share my everything with.

It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas....

2009-12-14T11:38:00.001-08:00

I have SO much to catch up on....I've been such a bad blogger - we've gone to parades, have had a ornament makeing workshop.....decorating - so so much to blog about, and sooooo little time!! I did attempt to get some pics of the kiddos this weekend for some Christmas Shots - here goes:

All 3 - excuse the red-eye, I still have yet to fix that!!

Braxton:

Brylee: AND yes she actually looked at the camra and smiled!

McKenna:

Me and the hubs:

Our attempt with the family pic...this one Brylee didn't want to have anything to do with - ugghh...........

All I want for Christmas is.............

2009-12-05T10:57:00.000-08:00

I really have TONS to catch up on in the blogging world...I had all intentions today to do some of that, but forgot my camra at home. I did have something though that I wanted to post about...letters to Santa.......

My kiddos do this every year.......and SANTA always writes them a letter :-) Santa's handy dandy helper - in the all green uni - helps out with this ~wink wink~

Last night Braxton came up to me...had a old Birthday card envelope and asked if he could put their letters to Santa under the tree, I said of course....but asked him if he'd rather I mail them to Santa today........well duhhhhh of course he did.

SO - feast your eyes on the beauties...........I know you all want to know how to get in touch with Santa...so look here below - he will def get this letter:

McKenna's work on top....and Braxton wrote who it goes to.........

NEXT - the letters:

Pimpin dog herself...writing to Santa - woot woot..........

Braxton's letter with help of sissy's writing

Then Brylee's letter.......

NEXT - of course Santa responds:

Now the letters - they each get their own special letter:

I do this every year for my kiddos.....if you don't think it's too late and you want me to do one for you - let me know...send me a email with all your info - I've looked online and the cheapest I saw was like $5.00...and they looked really cheesy - and they are all the same!!! ughhh Isn't a personal letter a lot better?? And besides I'll do it for free ;-)

Love is a convenant (DAY 40)

2009-11-06T06:02:00.000-08:00

Well we're coming to the end of our love dare. I have to say it has been a interesting journey. Some of the things we were all ready doing, some we were neglecting. Things do change when you have children, and you get 'settled' in your marriage. This is something we all need to stop and look at - we should never neglect things, even the small things in a marriage. Just because we're all ready married it doesn't mean we all need that special attention - that attention that pulled us in when we first met. We may not have the 'time' that we used to, but we do need to put more focus on one another. This love dare helped me see that, I do still need to focus on my husband wants and needs, just as much as I do with my children.

Where you go, I will go, and where you lodge, I will lodge. Your people shall be my people, and your God, my God. Ruth 1:16

Today's dare:

Write out a renewal of your vows and place them in your home. Perhaps if appropriate, you could make arrangements to formally renew your wedding vows before a minister and with the family present. Make it a living testament to the value of marriage in God's eyes and the high honor of being one with your mate.

_____ Check here when you've completed today's dare.

Our Sunday School class is going to do a renewal of vows - we're supposed to do it before the church November 15th, we're have a dinner for all the couples...then after the ceramony, we're doing the cake and punch. I'm pretty excited about it. I am very commited to my husband and I do want to share that with everyone. He is so very special to me, I love him with all my heart. We may have our ups and downs, but we are always there for each other.

I do have to share one major thing we did change in our lives - when we 'tuck' the kids in at night we do a special family bedtime story, and we say our night-time prayer with our children. They are now wanting to do the praying, we help them say the prayer, but they want to do it - they have input. It is so special :-)

Love endures (Day 39)

2009-11-05T04:36:00.000-08:00

Love never fails. 1 Corinthians 13:8

Today's Dare:

Spend time in personal prayer, then write a letter of commitment and resolve to your spouse. Include why you are committing to this marriage until death, and that you have purposed to love them no matter what. Leave it in a place that your mate will find it.

_____ Check here when you've completed today's dare.

Love fulfills dreams (Day 38)

2009-11-04T04:36:00.001-08:00

Delight yourself in the Lord; and He will give you the desires of your heart. Psalm 37:4

Today's dare:

Ask yourself what your mate would want if it was obtainable. Commit this to prayer, and start mapping out a plan for meeting some (if not all) of their desires, to whatever level you possibly can.

_____ Check here when you've completed today's dare.

Love agrees in prayer (Day 37)

2009-11-03T04:39:00.000-08:00

If two of you agree on earth about anything that they may ask, it shall be done for them by My Father. Matthew 18:19

Today's dare:

Ask your spouse if you can begin praying together. Talk about the best time to do this, whether it's in the morning, your lunch hour, or before bedtime. Use this time to commit your concerns, disagreements, and needs before the Lord. Don't forget to thank Him for His provision and blessing. Even if our spouse refuses to do this, resolve to spend this daily time in prayer yourself.

_____ Check here when you've comnpleted today's dare.

Love is God's word (Day 36)

2009-11-02T10:31:00.000-08:00

Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path. Psalm 119:105

Today's dare:

Commit to reading the bible every day. Find a devotional book or other resource that will give you some guidance. If your spouse is open to it, see if they will commit to daily bible reading with you. Begin submitting each area of your life to its guidance and start building on the rock.

______ Check here when you've completed today's dare.

They're creepy and they're kooooky.....

2009-11-01T06:53:00.000-08:00

Well - it's been a while since I've done other blogging than doing my love dare - which happens to be ending this week. I have to say it's been really nice - we've enjoyed doing it, and learned a lot.

We had a very busy weekend......well - the kids did anyway :-)

Friday night we took them out to Big Shoals State Park...they had a Halloween-fest. It was lots of fun!! They had treats/candy....a petting zoo, bon fire, scavenger hung, pumpkin carving, a hike, Piñata...and a costume contest - which all three of my kiddos placed in.

They had 3 categories - prettiest, most Original, and funniest. Brylee won 1st in prettiest, Braxton got 2nd in most original, and McKenna got 1st in funniest. (which she was) She had on one of her dad's shirts, and my pants.....a gold grill - she was soooo gansta' LOL.

Saturday the kiddos went with there Nanny to see "where the wild things are", and that night we took them trick or treating...we went all over...and to the mall - they had trick or treating there..and then to the fire station/police department...they had tons there - then went out to eat - there was a place serving kids free if they were dressed up (we had one WILD night!). McKenna missed out on Saturday nights festivities...she had a birthday/halloween party to go to - ohhhh someone was tooooo old for our little outing ;-).

Spider Brax

My purple butterfly

M - skizzle yo yo (LOL)

PUMPKIN TIME

My little butterfly

dun nun nun nun nunna nunnnnnn

SWING!

1st - Prettiest

2nd Most Original

1st - funniest...my little gansta thug

TRICK OR TREAT!!!!!!

Hope everyone had fun!

Love is accountable (Day 35)

2009-10-30T05:24:00.000-07:00

Plans fail for lack of counsel, but with many advisers they succeed. Proverbs 15:22

Today's dare:

Find a marriage mentor - someone who is a strong christian and who will be honest and loving with you. If you feel that counseling is needed, then take the first step to set up an appointment. During this process, ask God to direct your secisions and discernment.

______ Check here when you've completed today's dare.

Love celebrates godliness (Day 34)

2009-10-29T04:41:00.000-07:00

(Love) does not rejoice in unrighteousness, but rejoices with the truth. 1 Corinthians 13:6

Today's dare:

Find a specific, recent example when your spouse demonstrated christian character in a noticeable way. Verbally commend them for this at some point today.

_____ Check here when you've completed today's dare.

Love completes each other (Day 33)

2009-10-28T04:41:00.000-07:00

If two lie down together they keep warm, but how can one be warm alone? Ecclesiastes 4:11

Today's dare:

Recongnize that your spouse is integral to your future success. Let them know today that you desire to include them in your upcoming decisions, and that you need their perspective and counsel. If you have ignored their input in them past, admit your oversight and ask them to forgive you.

_____ Check here when you've completedd today's dare.

Love meets sexual needs (Day 32)

2009-10-27T04:37:00.000-07:00

The husband must fulfill his duty to his wife, and likewise also the wife to her husband. 1 Corinthians 7:3

Today's dare:

If at all possible, try to initiate sex with your husband or wife today. Do this in a way that honors what your spouse has told you (or implied to you) about what they need from you sexually. Ask God to make this enjoyable for both of you as well as a path to greater intimacy.

______ Check here when you've completed today's dare.

Love and marriage (Day 31)

2009-10-26T04:34:00.000-07:00

A man shall leave his father and his mother, and be joined to his wife; and they shall become one flesh. Genesis 2:24

Today's dare:

Is there a "leaving" issue you haven't been brave enough to conquer yet? Confess it to your spouse today, and resolve to make it right. The oneness of your marriage is dependent upon it. Follow this with a commitment to your spouse and to God to make your marriage the top priority over every other human relationship.

_____ Check here when you've completed today's dare.

Love brings unity (Day 30)

2009-10-23T05:04:00.000-07:00

Father, keep them in Your name, the name which you have given Me, that they may be one even as We are. John 17:11

Today's dare:

Isolate one area of division in your marriage, and look on today as a fresh opportunity to pray about it. Ask the Lord to reveal anything in your own heart that is threatening oneness with your spouse. Pray that He would do the same for them. And if appropriate, discuss this matter openly, seeking God for unity.

_____ Check when you've completed today's dare.

Love's motivation (Day 29)

2009-10-22T04:42:00.000-07:00

Render service with a good attitude, as to the Lord and not to men. Ephesians 6:7

Today's Dare:

Before You see your spouse again today, pray for them by name and for their needs. Whether it comes easy for you or not, say "I love you," then express love to them in some tangible way. Go to God in prayer again, thanking Him for giving you the privilege of loving this one special person - unconditionally, the way He loves both of you.

_____ Check here when you've completed this one.

*** well I have most of this one wrapped up.....I all ready pray for my husband daily and times through-out the day.....and I do thank God every night for my husband....I also love him unconditionally, I think that is part of marriage right?

Love makes sacrifices (Day 28)

2009-10-21T04:43:00.000-07:00

He laid down His life for us. We should also lay down our lives for our brothers. 1 John 3:16

Today's dare:

What is one of the greatest needs in our spouse's life right now? Is there a need you could lift from their shoulders today by a daring act of sacrifice on your part? Whether the need is big or small, purpose to do what you can to meet the need.

_____ Check here when you've completed today's dare.

Love encourages (Day 27)

2009-10-20T04:44:00.000-07:00

Guard my soul and deliverme; do not let me be ashamed, for I take refuge in You. Psalm 25:20

Today's Dare:

Eliminate the poison of unrealistic expectations in your home. Think of one area where your spouse has told you you're expecting too much, and tell them you're sorry for being so hard on them about it. Promise them you'll seek to understand, and assure them of your unconditional love.

_____ Check here when you've completed today's dare.

Love is responsible (Day 26)

2009-10-19T04:41:00.000-07:00

When you judge another, you condemn yourself, since you, the judge, do the same things. Romans 2:1

Today's Dare:

Take time to pray through your areas of wrongdoing. Ask for God's forgiveness, then humble yourself enough to admit them to your spouse. Do it sincerely and truthfully. No matter how they respond, make sure you cover your responsiblity in love. Even if they respond with critcism, accept it by receiving it as counsel.

______ Check here when you've completed today's dare.

Love forgives (Day 25)

2009-10-16T04:56:00.000-07:00

What I have forgiven, if I have forgiven anything, I did it for your sakes in the presence of Christ. 2 Corinthians 2:10

Today's dare:

Whatever you haven't forgiven in your mate, forgive it today. Let it go. Just as we ask Jesus to "forgive us our debts" each day, we must ask Him to help us "forgive our debtors" each day as well. Unforgiveness has been keeping you and your spouse in prison too long. Say from your heart, "I choose to forgive."

______ Check here when you've completed today's dare.

Love VS Lust (Day 24)

2009-10-15T04:41:00.000-07:00

The world is pass away, and also its lusts; but the one who does the will of God lives forever. 1 John 2:17

Today's Dare:

End it now. Identify every object of lust in your life and remove it. Single out every lie you've swallowed in pursuing forbidden pleasure and reject it. Lust cannot be allowed to live in a back bedroom. It must be killed and destroyed - TODAY - and replaced with the sure promises of God and a heart filled with His perfect love.

______ Check here when you've completed today's dare.

Love always protects (Day 23)

2009-10-14T04:41:00.000-07:00

(Love) always protects. 1 Corinthians 13:7

Today's Dare:

Remove anything that is hindering your relationship, any addiction or influence that's stealing your affections and turning your heart away from your spouse.

_____ Check here when you've completed today's dare.

Love is faithful (Day 22)

2009-10-13T04:41:00.000-07:00

I will betroth you to Me in faithfulness. Then you will know the Lord. Hosea 2:20

Today's Dare:

Love is a choice, not a feeling. It is an initiated action, not a knee-jerk reaction. Choose today to be committed to love even if your spouse has lost most of their interest in receiving it. Say to them today in words similar to this, "I love you. Period. I choose to love you even if you don't love me in return."

______ Check here when you've completed today's dare.

**** I think this would be a tough one if you knew your spouse didn't love you, choosing to love someon that didn't love you would be something very hard. This also brings something else up to me - I've heard people say that they have fell in and out of love with their spouse, I just do NOT see how that is possible. Now mind you there have been times I have been upset at my spouse, but that didn't effect my love for them. I think people today take love a little too lightly.

Something was brought up in our Sunday School Class Sunday....Pre-nups ...... I guess I haven't ever really thought about them, but our teacher said they are not of God or the bible - it is just a stepping stone for divorce, which I think is true....it's saying right up front, "hey we think this marriage isn't going to last, it will fail". What do you guys think?? I don't think I could have married someone that wanted me to sign one...that right there is saything there is NO trust....they think you are going to leave them, and take their money. Right?

Love is satisfied in God (Day 21)

2009-10-12T04:42:00.000-07:00

The Lord will continueally guide you, and satisfy your desire. Isaiah 58:11

Today's Dare:

Be intentional today about making a time to pray and read your bible. Try reading a chapter out of Proverbs each day (there are thirty-one - a full month's supply), or reading a chapter in the Gospels (Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John). As you do, immerse yourself in the love and promises God has for you. This will add to your growth as you walk with him.

______ Check here when you've completed today's dare.

Love is Jesus Christ (Day 20)

2009-10-09T04:45:00.000-07:00

While we were still helpless, at the right time Christ died for the ungodly. Romans 5:6

Today's Dare:

Dare to take God at His word. Dare to trust Jesus Christ for salvation. Dare to pray, "Lord Jesus, I'm a sinner. But you have shown Your love for me by dying to forgive my sins, and You have proven Your power to savc me from death by Your resurrection. Lord, change my heart, and save me by Your grace."

_______ Check here when you've completed today's dare.

****when reading through my love dare book - it repeats over and over WE have to have ourselves right with God before we can have the right relationship.

Love is impossible (Day 19)

2009-10-08T04:46:00.000-07:00

Let us love one another, for love is from God; and everyone who loves is born of God and knows God. 1 John 4:7

Today's Dare:

Look back over the dares from precious days. Were there some that seemed impossible to you? Have you realized your need for God to change your heart and to give you the ability to love? Ask him to show you where you stand with Him, and ask for the strenth and grace to settle your eternal destination.

______ Check here when you've completed today's dare.

Love seeks to understand (Day 18)

2009-10-07T04:48:00.000-07:00

How blessed is the man who finds wisdon, and the man who gains understanding. Proverbs 3:13.

Today's Dare:

Prepare a special dinner at home, just for the two of you. The dinner can be as nice as you prefer. Focus this time on getting to know your spouse better, perhaps in areas yo've rarely talked about. Determine to make it an enjoyable evening for you and your mate.

_______ Check here when you've completed today's dare.

*** I like this one - I think couples need to do this more often!!!!

Love promotes intimacy (Day 17)

2009-10-06T04:45:00.000-07:00

He who covers over an offense promotes love, but whoever reports the matter separates close friends. Proverbs 17:9

Today's Dare:

Determine to guard your mate's secretes ( unless they are dangerous to them or to you) and pray for them. Talk with your spouse, and resolve to demonstrate love in spite of these issues. Really listen to them when they share personal thoughts and struggles with you. Make them feel safe.

_______ Check here when you've completed today's dare.

To me - this one is a little off - I don't think a spouse should keep secretes from one another. I can see if a person 'struggles' or worries....something to that factor - and maybe share that....but I don't consider those secrets do you?

Love intercedes (Day 16)

2009-10-05T04:54:00.000-07:00

Beloved, I pray that in all respects you may prosper and be in good health, just as your soul prospers. 3 John 2

Today's Dare:

Begin praying today for your spouse's heart. Pray for three specific areas where you desire for God to work in your spouse's life and in your marriage.

_______ Check here when you've completed today's dare.

Love is honorable (Day 15)

2009-10-02T05:15:00.000-07:00

Love with your wives in an understanding way......and show her honor as a fellow heir of the grace of life. 1 Peter 3:7

Today's Dare:

Choose a way to show honor and respect to your spouse that is above your normal routine. It may be holding the door for her. It might be putting his clothes away for him. It may be the way you listen and speak in your communication. Show your mate that he or she is highly esteemed in your eyes.

_______ Check here when you've completed today's dare.

Haaaappy Birthday toooo youuuuuuuu!

2009-10-01T07:38:00.000-07:00

I just want to wish my wonderful husband a very HAPPY 30th Birthday!!!!! He is such a wonderful husband, and such a great Father - I couldn't ask for more. I am very thankful to have such a man in my life. Someone that has such wonderful Christian values - and values his family the way that he does.

Thank you sweetheart for being the man, husband, father that you are.

I love you with all my heart, and I thank God everyday that you are in my life!!!!

Love takes delight (Day 14)

2009-10-01T04:41:00.000-07:00

Enjoy life with the wife you love all the days of your fleeting life. Eccleiastes 9:9

Today's Dare:

Purposefully neglect an activity you would normally do so you can spend quality time with your spouse. Do something he or she would love to do or a project they'd really like to work on. Just be together.

_______ Check here when you've completed today's dare.

Love fights fair (Day 13)

2009-09-30T04:38:00.000-07:00

Love fights fair - Day 13

If a house is divided against itself, that house will not be able to stand. Mark 3.25

Today's Dare:

Talk with your spouse about establishing healthy rules of engagement. If your mate is not ready for this, then write out your own personal rules to "FIGHT" by. Resolve to abide by them when the next disagreement occurs.

_______ Check here when you've completed today's dare.

Love let the other win (Day 12)

2009-09-29T04:44:00.000-07:00

I have to say yesterday's dare was very good. My husband cooked me a wonderful dinner - it was nice to come home from work and not have to worry about cooking...VERY nice!!! I got to sit and watch some TV and relax a bit.

Later that night...I gave my hubby a nice full body massage (nothing dirty)...he thought I would just give him a quick back rub...but I took my time....back, arms, hands, legs (he doesn't like his feet touched), head - a good 30 + minutes!! I'm not going to fib - my hands started hurting.....I don't know how people do that on a daily basis!!

OK..on to today's.......

Love let the other win Day 12

Do not merely look out for your own personal interests, but also for the interest of others. Philippians 2:4

Today's Dare:

Demonstrate love by willingly choosing to give in to an area of disagreement between you and your spouse. Tell them you are putting their preference first.

_______ Check here when you've completed today's dare.

Love cherrishes (Day11)

2009-09-28T04:49:00.001-07:00

Happy Monday......we've made it through another week :-) We had a good weekend - the hubs and I went out on Saturday night for a little bit of us time.

OK.....we've moved on to:

Day 11 - Love cherrishes

Husbands ought also to love their own wives as their own bodies. Ephesions 5:28

Today's Dare:

What need does your spouse have that you could meet today? Can you run an errand? Give a back rub or a foot massage? Is there housework you could help with? Choose a gesture that says, "I cherrish you" and do it with a smile.

_______ Check here when you've completed today's dare.

Love is unconditional (Day 10)

2009-09-25T04:47:00.000-07:00

Love is unconditional Day 10

God demonstrates His own love toward us, in that while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us. Romans 3:8

Today's Dare:

Do something out of the ordinary today for your spouse - something that proves (to you and them) that your love is based on your choice and nothing else. Wash her car. Clean the Kitchen. Buy his favorite dessert. Fold the laundry. Demonstrate love to them for the sheer joy of being their partner in marriage.

_______ Check here when you've completed today's dare.

Love makes good impressions (Day 9)

2009-09-24T04:48:00.000-07:00

We've made it to day 9.....

Love makes good impressions

Greet one another with a kiss of love 1 Peter 5:14

Today's Dare:

Think of a specific way you'd like to greet your spouse today. Do it with a smile and with enthusiasm. Then determine to change your greeting to reflect your love for them.

________ Check here when you've completed today's dare.

Easy enough......I guess after you've been married a while (and have children) by the time you get home from work - you just want to change and relax, you forget all about that greeting you used to do to your spouse (like when you first were married). I know my first thoughts are to get my shoes off, and get out of my uniform.

I guess I need to rethink it huh?

Love is not jealous (Day 8)

2009-09-23T04:42:00.000-07:00

I thought yesterday's dare was a very good one! I think we all need to realize and stick with the more positive aspects of our marriages....."stay away from that negative door!"

Day 8 Love is not jealous

Love is strong as death, its jalousy unyielding as the grave. It burns like blazing fire. Song of Solomon 8:6

Today's Dare:

Determine to become your spouse's biggest fan and to reject any thoughts of jealousy. To help you set your heart on your spouse and focus on their achievements, take yesterday's list of negative attributes and discreetly burn it. Then share with your spouse how glad you are about a success he or she recently enjoyed.

_________ Check here when you've completed today's dare.

Love believes the best (Day 7)

2009-09-22T04:45:00.000-07:00

We're on day 7....

Love believes the best

(Love) believes all things, hopes all things. 1 Corinthians 13:7

Today's Dare:

For today's dare, get two sheets of paper. On the first one, spend a few minutes writing out positive things about your spouse. Then do the same with negative things on the second sheet. Place both sheets in a secret place for another day. There is a different purpose and plan for each. At some point during the remainder of the day, pick a positive attribute from the first list and thank your spouse for having this characteristic.

________ Check here when you've completed today's dare.

Love is not irritable (Day 6)

2009-09-21T04:46:00.000-07:00

I really meant to do a post over the weekend - but I had to work, and just didn't get a chance. Friday's dare I thought would be one of the toughest....and it may be. Me and my husband did it, and it wasn't bad. We both really knew what each other was going to say, so neither of us was shocked. I do know what gets under my hubbys skin.....sigh - but some of the things I do is hard to over come, but I am going to try.

Saturday we had the day "off".....Sunday we had class and went over the week. I did miss class, but I did my lesson while I was at work - I do really recommend if you can get these books, do so.

Moving on......

Day 6 - Love is not irritable

He who is slow to anger is better than the mighty, and he who rules his spirit, than he who captures a city. Proverbs 16:23

Today's Dare

Choose today to react to tough circumstances in your marriage in loving ways instead of with irritation. Begin by making a list below of areas where you need to add margin to your schedule. Then list any wrong motivations that youneed to release from your life.

_________ Check here when you've completed today's dare.

This doesn't seem to be a bad one ;-) Actually I know none of these are 'bad' just a little tough to swollow.

Love is not rude (Day 5)

2009-09-18T04:53:00.000-07:00

As I said yesterday.....day 4 wasn't anything out of the norm for me and the hubs - we call each other on a daily basis - always see if we need to get each other anything. I think it's very important to do that in a marriage.

Now to move on.....

Love is not rude - Day 5

He who blesses his friend with a loud voice early in the morning it will be reckoned a curse to him. Proverbs 27:14

Todays Dare

Ask your spouse to tell you three things that cause him or her to be uncomfortable or irritated with you. You must do so without attacking them or justifying your behavior. This is from their perspective only.

_________ Check here when you've compled today's dare.

This one may get a little touchy for me.....I don't like confrontation........If something is bothering me I do say something, but there are times that I do clam up and just deal with what is bothering me. I doubt I share what happens today, maybe the reactions (which we cannot really say much about). I may tell how I felt when my husband told me the things that bother him, and what I will do to try to change those things. But this is one of those dares that I feel that is between me and my spouse.

Tomorrow is a "OFF" day.....no dares. Sunday we have our lesson, and go over this past week. Though we're "OFF" .... I'm still going 'by the book" ;-)

Love is thoughtful ( Day 4)

2009-09-17T04:43:00.000-07:00

Well...I've made it to day 4 :-) So far so good. I finished yesterdays dare - I stopped and got my hubbys favorite candy, and also stopped and got him a steak and his favorite veggie for dinner. The kiddos and I had dinner at church - so I thought it would be nice to get the hubs something nice for dinner.

Now we're on to day 4:

Love is thoughtful

How precious also are your thoughts to me....How vast is the sum of them! If I should count them, they would outnumber the sand. Psalm 139:17-18

Todays dare:

Contact your spouse sometime during the business of the day. Have no agenda other than asking how he or she is doing and if there is anything you could do for them.

_________ Check here when you've completed today's dare.

I don't think this will be a hard one - the hubs and I always call each other to see how we're doing :-)

Love is not selfish (Day three)

2009-09-16T04:34:00.000-07:00

We are on day three of the Love Dare. Yesterday went very well - I finished my dare ..... I wasn't negative, and I also did something else yesterday evening that I typically don't do - after McKenna and I left her open house I stopped to get us dinner - I usually HATE to stop at subway, though I like eating there, I don't like to get out when I'm in a hurry....and I hate shuffling down that line. BUT - I stopped at subway....it's one of my hubbys favorites - he's asked me to stop before, but I whine and moan...but I stopped un-prevoked....I know it was probably a shock..LOL

OK here we go for:

Day 3 - Love is not selfish

Be devoted to one another in brotherly love; give preference to one another in honor. Romans 12:10

Today's Dare:

Whatever you put your time, energy,and money into will ecome more important to you. It's hard to care for something you are not investing in. Along with restraining from negative comments, buy your spouse something that says, "I was thinking of you today."

_________ Check here when you've completed today's dare.

Hope you guys are enjoying this as much as I am :-)

Love is Kind (Day Two)

2009-09-15T05:10:00.000-07:00

Today is day 2 of the Love Dare. Yesterday went very well - I didn't have to 'battle' or bite my tongue ;-) All in all it went rather smoothly.

I'm going to try to share what I do go through - but I will not get too personal.....of course some things are between a spouse and God.

If you didn't read my first blog - My husband and I are doing the Love Dare - the class based on the movie "Fire Proof". Our adult Sunday School Class is doing it. I'm going ot try to share the dares day to day - they go Monday - Friday. The book is realy awesome, and I hightly recommend everyone try this.

Day 2 - Love is Kind

Be kind to one another, tender-hearted, forgiving each other, just as God in Christ also has forgiven you. Ephesians 4:32

Todays Dare:

In addistion to saying nothing negative to your spouse again today, do at lease one unexpected gesture as an act of kindness.

________ Check here when you've completed today's dare

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I have to say I tried to get on this one early this morning - I got up a little early for it. Our smallest chilren (Braxton and Brylee) have to be to school at 7:45, Jerimy usually takes them - I get up get them ready, get Jerimy up...he helps me finish up and he takes them to school so I won't be rushed to be to work on time. My oldest daughter has to be to school by 8:50 - we leave the house by 8:00 so I won't be late for work at 9am. It all actually works out. Jerimy just takes the smaller one's on his way out.....and I'm not rushed. (btw - he does pick them up from school)

Anyway - got up early, was EXTRA quiet ( I usually cladderbang) - got the kiddos up quietly, got them ready and we headed out the door. I let my hubby sleep in a little extra this morning. I planned on making him some breakfast when we got back, but he had to rush out.

I have to add, he has all ready did something this morning - he actually made up the bed :-) I don't know about you guys, but I love for my bed to be made, and it's difficult to do in the mornings (I do it when I get home, or before going to sleep) But he did it, got up and made it.

Anyway..hope you guys have a great day!!! Now let's see if I can hold my tongue another day!!!

This Is Who I Am (Day One) Love is Patient

2009-09-14T10:06:00.001-07:00

Last weekend our Adult Sunday School class got together and watched the movie "Fire Proof". This is the first time I've watched it. I thought it was a very good movie. And yes I cannot believe this is the first time I watched.

The reason we watched this is because we were/are starting the "Love/Dare" Class - the 40 day challenge. (the link I posted lists the first weeks challenges - the book goes more in depth. That is the first week, to the right lists all the weeks - total 8).

We met for the first time yesterday - your dares/challenges start each Monday...and goes through Friday. I'm going to try to post day by day (if I can) each love dare. I know this will be an amazing class, and I know I will learn a lot. Not only about my husband, but mainly about myself. I know I need work, and I think this will help me.

Day One - Love is Patient (I don't know about you guys, but I am one of the most unpatient people there are!)

Be completely humble, and gentle; be patient, bearing with one another in love - Ephesians 4:2 NIV

Today's Dare:

The first part of this dare is fairly simple. Although Love is communicated in a number of ways, our words often reflect the conditions of our heart. For the next day, resolve to demonstrate patience and to say nothing negative to your spouse at all. If the temptation arises, choose not to say anything. It's better to hold your tongue than to say something you'll regret.

_______ Check here when you've completed today's dare.

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I know for myself this is a challenge...Patience is very hard to come by, I don't know if it's lessons learned, or it is something aquired, if so I haven't yet. I know this dare will help me. And this is only the first part of the dare.

I got up extra early this morning - exercised..and prayed. I really want to do this, and be positive about it. I challenge each of you to try this, and to watch the movie if you haven't. It is eye-opening.

**** also the songs I'm posting are songs from the fireproof soundtrack - they may not have anything to do with the post.

Rollin' rollin' rollin.....

2009-09-05T08:42:00.001-07:00

Last weekend - the family went up to North Carolina. The hubs played in a Church League National Softball Tournament. (They placed 3rd). It was a VERY nice trip. We got there Friday evening - all the kiddos talked about was swimming - I 'promised' them we'd go swimming the next day.

So while daddy went and played ball, me and the kiddos hung out by the pool. We had all intentions of spending some time at the field, but we ended up here all afternoon:

One.....twoooo...........freeeeeee - notice the scrunched up close the eyes face

catching some rays

Brylee and all her 'gear'

Braxton totally doing something against the rules................ ha

Me and the hubs............."please take a serious picture" face............hmmmmmm

We had a very nice time - with the exception of Braxton getting bite by a snake in the pool, while he was swimming under water (in all that gear he had on) Yes yes....this is what he told a little girl in his class.

I was in a local store yesterday....and the girls mom works there....she asks "did Braxton get bit by a snake?" All I could think was or Lord what did my son tell now! I just said mmm no - she asked then, do you guys have a pool. I told her we didn't, but went out of town last weekend and spent the day at the pool. Apparently he told the little girl he got bit by a snake while he was swimming under water.......She told her mom - "it's true - I saw the bite mark and everything! He showed it to me in class"

All I could do was shake my head...........sigh you never EVER know what your children are going to say (especially boys) I know my son is always wrestling alligators jumping out of trees, fighting off bears....killing snakes and beating up monstors - among other things.

The busy life of a 5 year old.

Happy birthday to you!!! Happy Birthday dear Brylee & McKennaaaaaaa

2009-08-26T07:14:00.000-07:00

I've been very bad about blogging lately - just been slack on time.

Saturday we had Birthday Parties for Brylee (turning 4) and McKenna (turning 12) Saturday was actually Brylee's Birthday, and Yesterday (25th) was McKenna's. We decided it would be easier have both parties the same day - ha ha ha.........

We had Brylee's from 4:30pm - 6:30pm...we rented her a bouncy house/waterslide for her party. It rained right up until the party......around 3 - then the sun came out....it was absolutely BEAUTIFUL..the party went GREAT!!! about 6:35 - serisouly....it started down pouring AGAIN - we were panicked!!!! We didn't know what to do about McKenna's party - which started at 8pm - we had a 16 foot Blowup Movie Screen for her party.....it could not get wet!!!

About 7:30....the rain stopped......it turned out beautiful!!! We hooked the wii up to the screen for the kiddos to play...it was a HUG HIT!!!!! Both parties turned out FAB!!!!!!!!!!

Brylee's Party.......

McKenna's Party...........

Yesterday...on her actual Birthday!

Livin' and a workin' working and a livin'......

2009-08-03T12:09:00.000-07:00

I have really been a slacker when it's come to blogging. I feel like things around my house just haven't slowed down.

I have TONS to catch up on - I didn't even post our 4th of July pics - or even blog about it - that may be a Wordless Wednesday ..... I still have to blog on our little mini vacay we had last weekend - the hubs and I went on a trip (by ourselves) to TN - a friend of his got married, he was in the wedding. I have to post on that.....I also have to post on a give-away that I won!!!

Right now I'm going to do just a little weekend update since I haven't blogged in a while. I have been reading and commenting.

This weekend was pretty eventful I guess you'd say ;-)

Friday night we took the kiddos to this little local place - it has pizza and video games - they had a blast. I didn't get a pic of McKenna....she was always off doing her thing.

Brylee.....watching her tickets come out. This little stinker won the most tickets of the kiddos.....and all she wanted was a little 10 ticket small plastic slinky - she donated her tickets to her brother.

Braxton.......he is intense when it comes to his gaming!!!!

Saturday morning I had a VERY nice unexpected suprise from the hubs!!! He came home with this:

A new king sized bed!!!!! We have been wanting one.....well got us one on Saturday. It's a pillow top...........I LOVE IT!!!!!!!!!!!! He also bought me a $300 comforter set (which he picked out and I loved) for it!!! He's so awesome!!! I LOVE this bed...it is SO comfy!!

Sunday the kiddos (FROGS - Fully Rely on God) performed 3 songs in front of church - I love watching them. Sunday night our Youth gave a presentation on their trip to camp.

Right now - McKenna and Brylee are staying with Grammy and Grandaddy - so I just have one kiddo at home.......feels so strange!!!!! Hopefully soon I'm going to get back in the swing of things!!!!!!

All the women who are independant throw your hands at me..........

2009-07-16T06:35:00.000-07:00

Ok - I try to think I'm pretty independant...I like to do a lot of things myself, I think I'm a pretty strong "WOMAN". I don't think I'm a scared little girly girl.

Well the beginning of this week sure proved me wrong.

My hubby ended up having to go out of town for his job on Sunday afternoon, and was going to be gone until Tuesday possibly Wednesday. Not only was he going out of town, but my oldest daughter was going off to Youth Camp.

I thought humph I can do this - I'm not going to be a big baby......me and the other two will be just fine. Mind you I'm the type that hears a noise at night...wakes the hubby up to go inspect the house. The hubs told me he would feel a lot better if me and the younder one's stayed at his folks house. I have to say - we do live out in the woods....no REAL neighbors.......no street lights. I told him we MIGHT...but I wanted to try Sunday night out to see how it went. (Deep down I was nervous, but you know I wasn't going to say anything......NO WAY!)

WELL - Sunday he got off....McKenna stayed with a friend that was going to camp - they were leaving at 3:30 am - and I really really didn't want to have to get the little one's up at that hour and take her, so our wonderful youth director let her stay with her. After church, I went to the in-laws for dinner.........Braxton SOLD ME OUT!!! He ended up staying....that left just me and little Brylee!! OK - I'm not scared I'm not worried....I'm a strong independant woman for goodness sake!!!

We went home.........she turned on every light in the house.........not me! She came up to me asked me to turn on sissy's TV too because she was skreed......Brylee tells us she is skreed of everything - "I can't mom I'm skreeeed". I have to admit, I was a little 'skreed' too.

She and I went to bed.....not before I turned on the back bathroom light and fan....along with the back door light.........and the fan on in our bathroom - gotta drown out ANY possible noise what-so-ever! I did leave the tv on for a while...then decided OK AMY....you can do this........and I turned off the TV. I only jumped up in bed mmmmm maybe 5 times that night.

SIGH...needless to say - I called Mr. Ron the next day and informed him I would be staying at his house that night...he just laughed of course. So me and the Kiddos stayed over there Monday and Tuesday night - it was nice, but I didn't get much sleep at all.....I wanted my bed and my hubby beside me - Brylee rooting up next to me isn't the same as me rooting up next to the hubs.

I missed him terribly. We have stayed apart before, but it just feels like it gets worse. I guess the longer you're together...the harder it is to spend time apart. I was beyond excited to see him when he came home last night.......!!! I guess this sort of thing makes you really appreciate what you have with your husband. Nothing beats going to nighty night.....and the room being ice cold and your hubby scooching up behind you......it just feels RIGHT!

ahhhh how I missed that man - I have to say I just absolutely adore and love my husband - he is the protecter of our house....and I feel so safe and blessed when he is with me.

Down by the banks of the hanky panky...Where the bull frogs jump from bank to bank-y

2009-07-08T07:43:00.000-07:00

My little Bry bry........you know how in my past blog I said she did her own thing?? Well this is one of those things - this is what we came upon last week.

She came up to me asked me if I wanted to see her frog?

This is one of my glasses......and a measuring cup........first off I told her not to be playing with my measuring cups...so I took it off the glass........this set her off she started crying - I didn't understand why........Well - this was the lid - to where she had her frog. So I gave it back to her.

She is so proud........she caught a frog!!!

See the excitment?!?!?

See her frog? Yes that is a green battery.......a marble - and a nail file - for the frog to climb on.

She carried this around for 2 days. EVERYWHERE.

Along with her laptop........she and her frog had lots of fun. Yes I'm one of those dorky moms that allow their children to wear those tacky temporary tatooes.

It's...peanut butter jelly time....peanut butter jelly time

2009-07-04T09:05:00.000-07:00

Yesterday evening we met up with my parents - brother/sister and their families for a family dinner - we went to Boston's. It was such a "PLEASENT" peaceful dinner...........baaahahahahaha You believe that don't ya?!?!?

We had our 3 kiddos....my brother had his little girl, and my sister had hers.........yea quiet!! It went smooth like butta'.........!

Yea this is how my family rolls:

Getting a picture of everyone......my brother of course trying to cover Abbi's face. Jerimy is coloring with the kids - mind you I forgot to tell him I was taking the pic.

Me and Abbi

Brylee to Kennedy "Climb on up here and jump off like I do - you can do it, you won't get in trouble! I promise"
Kennedy taking Brylee's words to heart "jump jump" And grammy stopping her. That mean grammy!!

My to menz "BOOOOO Duke" Go Tarheels!!

Grammy and Grandaddy with the Girls - Braxton didn't want to take a pic

OK...I saved the best for last...........leave it to Abbi she's rotten, I don't know where she gets it from. And look at mom and dads faces!!! Mom has crazy eyes and looks like a robot...and dad looks like he is yelling over at someone!

Well needless to say we did have a good time! I enjoyed spending time with my family!!! I hope everyone has a fun safe HAPPY 4th!!!!!!!!!!!

duh nah nah nah duh nah nah na BATMANNNNNN

2009-06-30T07:58:00.001-07:00

My lil' Bry Bry is a VERY unique child. She has her special ways about her. I call her my little pack rat or bag lady. She picks out specific toys/objects that she likes to carry around each day. She picks out something different every afternoon, and that is the object for the next day. She goes to bed with that object in hand - and first thing the next morning she goes for it.

She has special places she puts these little goodies. At first the hubs and I didn't realize she was hiding things........Jerimy went to the 'fridge' one night and there was a bible in there - Jerimy asks me what it is doing in there.......I wasn't sure. Well Brylee gets up the next morning runs to the fridge gets the bible out. This is one of her places she likes to put things. We find all kinds of things in there (nothing gross - YET).

Another places she likes to put things now is under her pillow. These things are never anything big or flashy. It's things like - a keyring flashlight, stuck down in a container - A block - pieces of paper - tablet...things like that. Odd things for that matter. But of course not odd to her, and she has a fit if those things are not in the spot she puts them or if she leaves them at home.

Sunday evening Brylee found Braxton's Batman mask........she wore it all afternoon, and told me she was going to wear it to church that night (she forgot), but she didn't forget Monday morning - Jerimy goes to leave to take them to the sitter and guess what she had on:

She also has to have a "snack" in the morning....see her right hand (2 cookies). She usually doesn't eat the snack....just carries it. My little Bry Bry likes to carry things.....it's very unusal if she doesn't have something in hand.

She's always packing things in containers (playdough, plastic eggs, etc), bags (winn dixie), boxes, purses, backpacks, little carry bags.......and it's always the same ol' thing - unusual...one crayon, 2 plastic forks, a car, paper - etc.........but she ALWAYS remembers what she packs in there.

She is a mess - and she constantly makes me smile :-) The things the kiddos do!!!!

summer, summer, summertime

2009-06-26T08:11:00.001-07:00

The kiddos and I went over to my mom and dads on Monday - spent the day swimming and hanging out (posted the pool pics on Wednesday). McKenna and Brylee stayed a few days with my parents. (McKenna tends to stay a lot of the summer)

Tuesday they took the girls to the beach - along with Kennedy, Abbi's
little girl. This is the first time Brylee has ever been to the beach - she loved it!! As you can see from the pictures below (she is a little lilly).

More than words.........

2009-06-24T07:19:00.001-07:00

I can fly higher than an eagle, 'cause you are the wind beneath my wings

2009-06-21T06:31:00.001-07:00

Today is a very special day and I'm going to talk about two VERY special men in my life.

This first one is my very best friend, the person I count on every day - this man always brings a smile to my face, he makes me a stronger person - and makes me so happy. My husband, the love of my life - Jerimy.

I couldn't ask for a better man to stand by me. He is such a wonderful father and husband. Jerimy is a great dad - he always helps me out with the kiddos.......he's right there with me in the mornings getting the ready for school, and he's the one that picks them up every day. He's always at every event, party - what ever the call - he takes me and the kids everywhere with him (besides work of course). What makes me most proud is the fact that he is right there beside us taking us to church. He is a good Christian man, husband, father. This fills my heart.

Happy Fathers Day honey - I love you so very much, YOU are a wonderful DAD! Thank you for being the man that you are!!!!

The next man that I would like to talk about of course is my DAD. This is a great man, I truly don't know how he does it. The trials that he has faced (me being one), but he has had a battle for 30+ years and he keeps going strong.

My dad always stood beside me no matter what - he was always there for me. Every sporting event, trips, and most of all Church. I was raised in a good Christian home thanks to this man, and thanks to his up-bringing I married a wonderful good Christian man.

I have always looked up to my dad, I wanted a man in my life that was just like him. I may not have always showed him how special he was, but he will always have that special place in my heart. I know I put my dad through a lot, but today I am a stronger person thanks to him, and I did find my way back thanks to his teaching.

I just want to say to my dad Happy Fathers Day and thank you for ALWAYS standing by me and being there for me - I love you more than you know. Thank you.

I have to say there is not a day that goes by that I do not talk to my dad on the phone - I may not live right behind him anymore, but I have to hear his voice.

Say Yes to vuh vuh vuh VBS!

2009-06-20T07:54:00.000-07:00

G'day Mates!!! Well we had VBS this past week - it has been a fun awesome......TIRING week! It has been a blessing though. I along with my kiddos (hubby) had a great time! I am glad it's over - when you work all day, rush home get ready...go up to the church from 6pm - 9pm it makes for a LONG day!!

Our theme this year was Boomerang Express (I know just about everyone's was). I did the crafts this year - it was so much fun!!!! We made: Bracelets (two different kinds), necklaces, sun catchers, boomerangs (two), frisbees, friendship pens, Maps, other hangers, Keychains, Puffy Aussie Art - all the kids seemed to LOVE it!!

I tell you, it was such a blessing working with these kids all week - I was truly touched.

Braxton and Brylee's Class

Missions

Braxton and Brylee's Class (Each class performed the last night)

McKenna's Class

Jerimy's class - each night the adults got up on stage with the kids and performed...and they even performed the last night!

The entire VBS group..........this was such a wonderful song!!!!

I hope everyone attends their VBS if they are able too - it is so awesome and amazing!!!

Take me out to tha' ball game....

2009-06-15T10:07:00.001-07:00

Well.......it's turned out to be a busy busy summer so far. I just feel like things are not slowing down - and will not be slowing down any time soon.

Friday night me and the kiddos went to Jerimy's Softball game (minus McKenna - she was still at my folks they VBS last week). We spent most of the time at the playground - like we'd really watch the game?!?!? Ha - One look at *below* and I was done for. I packed up snacks and drinks and we were GOOD TO GO!

This week is our VBS - Bommerang Express - I know many churches are doing this one. I'm very excited about it. We have it every night from 4 yrs to 94 yrs (is what they advertise). I love that we have adult classes - I think everyone should be included. It's from 6pm - 9pm every night (I'm going to be SO tired) They do feed us though!!

We had our kick off last night - we start on Sunday night that way we get a full week....we do our BIG night Friday night...with our ending ceromonies. I'm heading up the crafts - whoo hooo, can't go wrong there - I think I have the most FUNNEST job ever!! Besides I got to order stuff from the Oriental Trading Post!! Who as a kid didn't want to order EVERYthing from that catalog?!?!? I was beyond excited - I ordered us the most nifety things!! All "outback" themed of course!! G'day Mate!!

Here's a sneak peak of what we're doing this week:

They really go all out - you should see the classrooms!! I do have pics of those, but I really want to do a seperate post for VBS!! I'll be taking pics through-out the week. It's going to be so much FUN!!! I'm loving it! woot woot!

Arrrrrr - It's a Pirates Life for me!

2009-06-09T09:49:00.000-07:00

Well the hubs and I got away this past weekend for our anniversary trip - we usually try to get away for the weekend to have some grown up time. We went to Universal - and we had a great time. It's nice to get away every now and again!

We left Friday night....got up Saturday went to the park. That evening the hubs made reservations for a Dinner Theater Show - Pirate Dinner Adventure it turned out to be a lot of fun, it was a cute show. We went back to the Park on Sunday - this time to the Islands of Adventure side. It turned out to be a very nice weekend!!

We did come home to a sick son - please be praying for him, he's still not doing too well. Thanks bunches!!!

On our way to the show

The Pirate Ship.....it's right inside - it's actually pretty cool. (you couldn't take pics during the show)

Me and the hubs outside :-)

I love the way you love me

2009-06-02T07:54:00.001-07:00

6 years ago today I married the love of my life. I feel very lucky indeed - he is my best friend and my everything!!! I feel very blessed. He is a awesome dad, and a awesome husband. I couldn't ask for more.

We were married at my parents - in the back yard under a pecan tree, his dad married us. It was the happiest moment of my life. I feel like one lucky lady.

Thank you honey - I love you!

HAPPY Birthday to you...Happy Birthday dear Braxton!!!!

2009-06-01T07:47:00.000-07:00

Today...my little man turns 5!!! It's hard to believe 5 years ago today he was born. Time goes by SO fast. I cherrish each moment with my kiddos - they are so very special. It's hard to imagine life before them...........(though I do remember having quiet days) - I wouldn't change it for anything!!

Saturday we had Braxton's Birthday party - it turned out wonderful....it was a HOT sunny day!! Couldn't have asked for better weather. We rented a water slide for his party (we actually set it up Friday night so the kiddos could have extra time). We grilled hamburgers, hotdogs, and had bar'b que!! Tons of good food...lots of great friends and family!!

This kids had a blast!!!

Happy Birthday Braxton - I LOVE you SO SO SO much!!!!

Friday evening - pre party

Friday night having fun!

Party day.....the birthday boy having a slide!

Birthday boy!

Brylee taking a turn

McKenna and Kennedy taking a dip!

Say cheese Braxton!!! Happy Birthday!!!!!!!!!!!!! LOVE YOU!!

He's a big boy now

2009-05-29T11:36:00.000-07:00

Tuesday Braxton had his Pre-K Graduation...hard to believe - time is going by SO fast!!!! He had a awesome year, and he loved school. I am very proud of him!!

Walking down the Isle

Braxton - saying his "Please stand for the Pledge"

Singing....

Reveiving his diploma!

Braxton and Mrs. Kantro his Pre-K Teacher.

dance dance dance

2009-05-28T07:51:00.001-07:00

Monday - McKenna was in a talent contest at school.....her and a friend did the Charleston - they had their little flapper dresses.

Here are some pictures from the contest............they took home 1st Prize!!!!!!!!!!! I was so proud!!!

Waaay down upon the Suwannee River

2009-05-26T11:12:00.001-07:00

I have TONS to catch up on. It has been so busy around my neck of the woods. We had the Florida Folk Festival this weekend - it is the largest festival in Florida. There are 11 different stages with Singing, dancing, demonstrations - stories....tons of things going on. There are also craft vendors - food vendors.......mmmmm. This goes on for 3 days - always memeorial weekend. It starts Friday morning - gates open at 8am and goes on to 11ish pm..........through Sunday.

We actually start on Thursday - we have to register all the vendors and participants. LOTS to do. I have to work during the festival - which isn't too bad (I like to people watch) But I go to the Festival in the evening (if I'm not too tired)

I have other things to share with you guys - like McKenna's talent show, and Braxton's Pre-K graduation - which we attended yesterday and today. But I'm going to put those in other posts. I have tons of reading to catch up on to!!
Here's Brylee swinging..of course we had to stop at the playground!

Braxton, McKenna, and Brylee

Toward the far back is the main stage - Billy Dean was our head-liner this year. It did rain a majority part of the weekend!

McKenna and Sarah

McKenna, Braxton - Thuggin', Brylee, and Sarah.

Hope everyone had a great weekend and Memorial day!

Working 9 to 5....what a way to make a livin'

2009-05-16T11:21:00.000-07:00

No really........I do work 9 to 5!! I love my hours!! I don't technically get a 'lunch' I stay at the office - I do get breaks though, I'm not chained down or anything. I actually got this idea from Lindsay she took pictures of her new office, so I thought I would share where I spend my days :-)

I happen to LOVE my job....and this is where I come every day (and every 3rd weekend) There are quite a few pics.........Hope you enjoy!!

The outside of my building (this is where the kiddos were watering the flowers)

Here is my office........I do the accounting among other things

Our front lobby....you can see my office door to the left (no one really sits up front anymore - we go out and help when people come in)

Some of our brochures/kiosk....pretty neat

The other end............

Going out to our back porch...the back of the building is lined with french doors like this (I would LOVE for this to be my house!

The back porch (Nice huh?) I have spent many days back here having lunch

The other end of the porch

This gazebo is attached to the end of our building

Front porch

View from the front porch....see the 'white' building - it was built in 1865...it was a general store.

Another view of the front porch

Our fresh water fish tank (yes the are Florida native fish)

I feel pretty lucky having the job that I do - I get to go visit tons of places/parks......I have a wonderful office/building. To top it off - there are only 3 people that work in this building!

There are no words

2009-05-13T18:44:00.000-07:00

This is what happened Tuesday - I stayed home with Brylee.........Yes this is PERM MARKER! The fingernails and toenails were done...along with palms, and the bottem of her feet. She picked the flower for me - guess that was to make up for me having to clean her up. BTW - Fingernail polish remover did the trick. Next time - no skippy work.............!!

She was very proud of her artwork...............self portrait?? (at least it wasn't the walls)

Motherrrrrrr.........

2009-05-11T08:16:00.001-07:00

Happy Late Mothers Day to all you ladies!! Hope everyone had a great Mothers Day! Friday night we had our Mother Daughter Banquet - it was very nice!! I wrote a poem (which I do for every Mothers Day) I will put it at the bottem.

After the banquet - we just sort of hung out ... had some family time. Saturday, we did some cleaning...didn't do a whole lot, just spent time with the family, which is always good.

Sunday - I woke up to many "Happy Mothers Day's"......Jerimy of course woke me up at around midnight to tell me Happy Mothers Day!

We had a really nice service Sunday morning - we ended up having lunch with Jerimy's Folks - Taco Salad...it was yummy. Sunday afternoon we headed over to my folks - dad grilled hamburgers and sausge - yummo!! My sis/bro and their families were there with their kiddos. Needless to say - the kids had LOTS of fun!! All in all - it was a very nice day!

Sarah, McKenna, and Brylee (of course not facing) at the Mother Daughter Banquet

This is something Braxton made in school for me - I thought it was so cute, he also made handprints. (He and Brylee also made me flowers in Sunday School). What I find really cute is that he only thinks I'm 16!! whoo hoo. He hit a lot of things on the head with this! On the card playing, he and I play 'free cell' on the computer together! On that note (of age)- the youth Friday night thought I was only 25!! Not just the youth but older couples - they think Jerimy and I are only in our early 20's...aren't they sweet!!

Jerimy and the kiddos got me this pretty locket for mothers day!!!!

Me and the kiddos getting ready to go to church!

Me and Jerimy

Mom - Dad and Memphis, my brothers little girl

McKenna and Kennedy - Abbi's little girl

Braxton on the slide, and Brylee heading up

Brylee posing!

Brylee trying to pull Kennedy and Memphis!!

OK ladies.....here is a Mothers Day Poem for you!!

The Hats of Mother

The hats of mother

are more than we can dream,

she does so much

more than it will ever seem.

She wears the hat ofdoctor

taking care of all;

the bandaging of scrapes,

making soup, whatever the call.

Mother wears the hat of

taxi driver - here and there;

taking us where we need

all her time she does spare.

She has a chef hat

tall and white,

she can prepare us anything

with out a gripe.

Mother has a hat that

any sports person would wear,

going to our games

supporting us showing how much she does care.

She has a helmet

something that does shield,

giving us protectionand

confidence she can build.

Mother has a clown ha

tshe brings out time to time;

showing she can be funny

bringing a smile that does shine.

She has a hat a seamstress

puts on when she sews,

she can stitch up or hem

any part of our clothes.

She wears the hat of
A janitor or maid,
Cleaning up all our
Messes without getting paid.

Mother has a hat that
She would wear each Sunday,
This hat very special
Teaching us of God and how to pray

Each of our Mothers
So special indeed,
God made her for US,
Filling whatever our need.

Amy Thompson 2009

I'm a survivor

2009-05-08T09:27:00.001-07:00

I will be the first to admit, I am a Reality TV Junky.....I don't care - but I am! I love me some reality shows, BUT my all time favorite is Survivor. I watch it every season, and I rarely miss a show - (I dvr it just in case)

Thursday nights are "my" night for TV. I plop over on the love seat and "sling the stickos" as my hubby likes to say - which means I prop my feet up ;-) and settle down for my shows!! I love Thursday for Survivor, CSI (Vegas)...and sad to see it go ER. Ahhh such a loss. I do still catch the re-runs on TBS however.

So this blog is my tribute to the Thursday night shows that I love!!!!

Survivor...........

CSI Vegas

and RIP ... ER

Mary - Mary quite contrary...how does your garden grow??

2009-05-06T10:42:00.001-07:00

With little helpers of course!!! (and yes these are Poinsettias on the porch - yes I know it's May)

If I could turn back time......

2009-05-04T18:31:00.000-07:00

I was tagged my my sister Abbi.

Here is the dealio:

Since it's May and all the high school kids are getting ready for prom, I thought it would be fun for my blog friends to post their prom pictures. Don't be shy, girls! Remember the bigger the hair and the poofier the dress, the better!Here are the rules...
1. Upload your prom picture. If you don't have one, email your mom and have her send it to you. That's what I had to do. :)
2. Don't forget to include the year it was taken. Again, don't be shy. The older the better.
3. Grab the "Prom Queen" button on my sidebar and add to your post. Isn't the button adorable? (I didn't grab the button)
4. Copy and Paste the rules to your blog

I tag who ever wants to do this fun little tag

This is Joyia, ME, Sal Gal (Sallie), and Pam. This actually wasn't "my" prom, I was lazy, and didn't want to dig through my boxes and get a 'earlier' prom pictire. Still this is from 1994 - wowza!! And I did have big hair! "If I could turn back time" was actually the theme from one of my proms - hince the title!! I took this pic from Sal Gals facebook, which she tagged me on.

Have fun ladies!!!!!

I'm sooo very special

2009-04-30T09:36:00.000-07:00

Well my mom and dad always told me that I was anyway ;-) No, in all seriousness, I do feel very special on many days. I have been awarded with a couple of things, and I've also received a tag.

First off Katie A thrifty Girl's Guide to the Kitchen gave me two awards!! Thanks Katie - sorry for the delay in posting these!!! You ladies need to check out Katie's blog...she has WONDERFUL ideas!!!!!

This award's rules are:

1. Put the logo on your blog or post
2. Nominate at least 10 blogs that show an attitude of gratitude
3. Link to your nominees within your post
4. Comment on their blogs to let them know they've received this award
5. Share the love and link to this post and the person who nominated you for the award.
6. Tell us how you've come to have an attitude of gratitude
I have a attitude of gratitude because of my family – husband, kiddos – sisters/brothers…mothers/dads. I feel like I am very blessed – my mom and dad raised me to always respect, and have gratitude. I try to teach my children the same way. I am blessed, and very happy, I don’t think I could ask for more.

Next Katie gave me this one!!!
Here are the rules:

These blogs are exceedingly charming. These kind bloggers aim to find and be friends. They are not interested in self-aggrandizement. Our hope is that when the ribbon of these prizes are cut, even more friendships are propagated. Please give more attention to these writers. Deliver this award to eight bloggers who must choose eight more and include this cleverly-written text into the body of their award.

I am tagging (this is for both awards) and for the bottem half of this post!

Mz. Heels

Rachel

Abbi

Jill

Pop Champagne

Ms. Owl (please pray for the Polka dotted owl - her aunt passed)

Katie Lake I know you've done the bottem half

Jaime

Katie

Katie Lake a southern girl in the city tagged me with this:

.Respond and rework:
answer the questions on your blog, replace one question that you dislike with a question of your own invention, add one more question of your own.
2. tag other un-tagged people.

The Questions:
What is your current obsession? my family..always
Do you like your name? it's OK...sort of plain
Who was the last person you hugged? Brylee
What’s your favorite dinner? Mexican
What was the last thing you bought? A snack wrap and a diet coke
What are you listening to right now? Never there - Cake
favorite weather? warm and sunny
What is your least favorite season? WINTER
What's in your bathroom cabinet? TOO much
Say something to the person/s who tagged you. Katie Lake...she is so awesome and sweet!! Would love to meet her some time!!!
What did you want to become as a child? Wonder Woman.....and a secretary..like my Aunt Alexis..I thought her office was the coolest!
What do you miss? Not having to worry about paying bills
What's your favorite brand of jeans? the one's that fit just right
What designer piece of clothing would you most like to own (new or vintage)? Doesn't really matter to me
Who do you want to meet in person? Anyone from the bible
What is your most challenging goal right now? getting my kiddos to sleep past 7:30 am on the weekends!
What’s your 5 year plan? don't really have one
What is my favourite sport to watch? To play? College football/basketball - playing softball - I also like to water ski
What is your favorite piece of jewelry that you own? My wedding/engagement ring
What is your favorite charity or cause? Anything with children
What color do you feel looks best on you? blue or pink
What is your favorite drink(changed)? Diet Pepsi
What kind of cell phone do you have (added)? A blackberry pearl

Happy birthday to meeeeeeeeee

2009-04-28T16:47:00.000-07:00

I am surely blessed - I have a wonderful husband and a great family. My husband woke me up at midnight to wish me a happy birthday - he was the very first to give me best wishes. He also called me at 9:12 am on the dot, the time I was born to wish me happy birthday - he is such a sweetheart.

I received phone call after phone call this morning wishing me birthday wishes - along with text messages...............I also got MySpace and Facebook messages. It truly has been a great day.

I also came home to this:

The hubs and the kiddos had the house decorated, and they were singing happy birthday!

Here is a shot of it decorated......I also had a cake - with candles.

Me and the hubs

Jerimy cooked me a delish Birthday dinner......mmmmmmmmmmm doesn't this look SO yummy !?!?!?!?! (I didn't even have to clean up the dishes) He is awesome!!! It tasted wonderful!

I also get to go birthday shopping - I'm getting a new outfit - whoo hoooo

My mother in law got me this......a new plant - and also the below pic - the two candle stick holders, and vase/flower. All so very pretty!

I've had a great birthday - I couldn't ask for more. My husband never ceases to amaze me - he is the best!! My kiddos are great - my whole entire family is awesome!!!!! I am one blessed lady. Oh not to mentioned, we welcomed a new little cousin into the world - Ella, congrats Melissa. What a great day to be born on!!!!!!

I partied like it was my birthday (#1)

2009-04-27T13:35:00.001-07:00

I know I've been slacking - but it's been busy at the Thompson Household. It's not actually my birthday today......it's tomorrow. BUT I was off today - because I worked this weekend. I went to Hilly because I was in much need of a root touch up!!!! AS always my lovely sister Abbi hooked me up!!!

My much needed touch-up job.....my sissy always does such a good job - this was also a birthday present from her!

Then my mom and my sister hooked me up - mom gave - well rather let me pick out a new purse...and I got some shampoo/conditioner....and Abs told me to pick out something from mom's shop....and I got a necklace and some matching bracelets - I was SO excited!!!!

Also...look what I received in the mail today from Kelly over at Two kids a minivan and a lot of love.

I won a give away that she had - thank you SO much Kelly - the bows are SO cute!!!! They will look adorable in Brylee's hair - can't wait to try them out!! You ladies need to go over and check out her blog!!!!!

SO far - my birthday WEEK is off to a good start!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Just daaannnce

2009-04-20T07:08:00.000-07:00

Well........this weekend went by way too fast as usual - hasn't anyone decided a two day work week and a five day weekend yet?!?!?

Friday night - the hubs and I sort of had a date night - all the kiddos stayed at the MIL's house - the house was WAY too quiet! We actually just went out to dinner - the movie started too late, we just went home and was totally lazy couch potatoes!!

Saturday - we didn't do a whole lot really...........but Saturday night there was something BIG going on. McKenna (my oldest) had a PROM to go to!! It was actually for the entire school - but it was mainly for the 6th graders. They had to dress up "formal". McKenna decided she wanted to 'take' someone - she had someone in mind - I told her to call and ask........YEA RIGHT - how embarrassing MOOOMMMMM - what was I thinking. So I ended up calling and asking for her. It was a young man that used to go to church with us - we now go to different churches (my FIL is preaching at a new church) ANYwho - this young man and his dad came to sing at our church - and "JAY" grew up.........McKenna and Jay made eyes at each other all night when he was there - so of course this is who she wanted to ask (he is home schooled). So I called and asked - and he said yes.

McKenna was SO excited. Here are some pics:

McKenna looking so grown up

Here are McKenna and Jay - he even got her a corsage........it was so cute.

They were so cute (and cheesy)

They ended up having a great time - I took them and "dad" picked them hurt. McKenna came home with feet hurting - she said that it was a "TOTAL blast".

SIGH...they grow up way too fast!

Just eat it, eat it, just eat it, eat it

2009-04-17T12:02:00.000-07:00

There is a TV Channel that I absolutely LOVE and I say LOVE to watch......Food Network I am talking I could probably turn my TV on and leave it on this channel ALL day. There are certain shows - that I do prefer above others.

I mean really - they have great ideas.......and they make EVERYTHING look so good. I probably wouldn't eat half of what is cooked - not to look at me, but I'm picky - very picky. But just watching I want what they are making, I can practically smell it through my TV!!

Here are a few of my favorite shows:

Challenge - this comes on every evening at 7 PM - they have different challeges....sometimes it's grilling....a pillsbury cook-off (they win some nice prizes!) My favorite to watch are the cake challenges........OMG these cakes look AMAZING!!! See below at the cake...I mean does this look like just your normal cake? A-M-A-Z-I-N-G!!

Iron Chef America....loves it. I just love all the chefs on this show....they always do a great job, I love watching what they will come up with next!!!! All their dishes look so pretty!

Ace of Cakes...this sort of gets to me like Challenge does....these cakes just rock!! I love watching them - I would be as big as a house if I worked at this place. But I would SO love to do it!!! I am just in ahhh of them. See cake below - WOWZA!!

Ahhh MIZZ Rachel Ray - I love love love watching her shows every day!! She has some of the best ideas. She used to irk me for some reason, but now I look forward to her shows. (I have actually made myself a little cookbook with some of the different receipes)

I just like watching Ina for some reason - she soothes me. She reminds me so much of my Aunt Alexis.

These two right here are not really my favorites, but I do like to watch these as well. She always has the "lightest touch" to me.

This is just something I like to do. I actually LOVE cooking - I used to pretend when I was little outside...to always be cooking. I still to this day in my kitchen (when I'm by myself) I pretend I'm on a cooking show - yes I do know that I'm a dork........but I don't care - I like it. :-)

a picture is worth a thousand words

2009-04-16T10:20:00.001-07:00

is it??

I was tagged by Jill at Peeptoe Pumps & Pearls

Here are the rules:
Take a picture of yourself RIGHT now.
No primping or preparing.
Just snap a picture.
Load the picture onto your blog.
Tag some people to play

OK - this is me TODAY...at work.......yace I look so lovely in my greens!!

I tag:

Ms. Polka Dotted Owl
Brittney
Kelly
Ms. Champagne

cha cha cha check it OUT!

2009-04-16T08:59:00.000-07:00

T Sharee is hosting the most AWESOME give-away!!! Go check it out, and please tell her I sent ya!!!

More than words..........

2009-04-15T06:12:00.000-07:00

Here comes Peter Cotton Tail...hopping down the bunny trail.....

2009-04-13T10:21:00.001-07:00

I hope everyone had a good Easter - we sure did. The kids should be ALL egged out. Saturday they hunted eggs at Church, then that evening they hunted eggs at Nanny and Papa's house. Sunday afternoon they hunted yet again with my side of the family. Everyone had a great time - the weather was AWESOME.

We got to take family pictures.......I went through probably 200 pics - trying to get the kids to sit still and smile was a job. Jerimy can say one thing and they listen........SIGH!!

Here is me with the kiddos

Jerimy with the kiddos

Me & Jerimy

The whole family together!!

ummmmmmm yes these are my shoes - aren't they so awesome - they matched my belt perfectly!!!!!!!! LOVE THEM!!

Coloring eggs

Hunting eggs at Nanny & Papa's

Getting ready to HUNT

Brylee and Kennedy checking out their goodies!

McKenna & Braxton

Becky, Me & Abbi

When we get together us girls have to have a pic together :-)

Whoop there it is

2009-04-11T12:31:00.001-07:00

Well we're at the end of spring break..........it has flown by - isn't that how it goes when you're on vacation? Wed/Thursday we went to Universal. UMMMMM 6 rides - 2 days...yes you read that correct. There were so many people it was so CRAZY - how dare all those people plan to go and hold up our trip?!?!?! It's OK we have season passes..........AND the kiddos had a good time. That is what matters.....................RIGHT?
HERE we goooooooooooooooooooooo on our way

MADE it

So sweet and sweet..................mmhmmmm

Yea...this is what Brylee and I did while daddy, McKenna, and Braxton road Spiderman. 2 hr wait verses chocolate waffle cone.....which one was the better deal?

Ahhh the end of a glorious trip. SO ready to go home.

Here comes Carolina-lina

2009-04-07T13:03:00.001-07:00

First things first............I've gotta give props to The North Carolina Tarheels for becoming 2009 NCAA champs once again!!!! They played a awesome game beating Michigan 89-72. These guys had a awesome season - and played a wonderful Tournament!!!!! The hubs turned me on to NC - that is where he is from. I've become a huge NC Basketball fan. We love to watch college sports. Needless to say during this tournament time it was VERY exciting around my house. Jerimy loves him some NC basketball!!!! I think Roy Williams is one of his heros :-) Go HEELS!!!!!

We went and sawe Monsters Vs Aliens today - wasn't bad, but wasn't one of the best kiddie movies I've seen,and trust me I've seen a ton. All in all........."OK". We also took the kiddos to McDonalds for lunch - and for time on the playground...they had a blast.

It's actually pretty cool out - in the 50's so we put of going to Universal a day. We are heading out tomorrow to go there........we will be there Wed/Thurs - the kiddos are very excited. I have to admit I am too, I love going.