50 and Fabulous!

This weekend we celebrated my mom's 50th birthday!  We surprised her by driving down and threw her a big party.  She was shocked to say the least.  It took her about a day to recover from the surprise!  We drove down on Thursday night and stayed with Chris' parents so that I could be there to set up on Friday for the party.  It was hard knowing that my mom was only a few minutes down the road and not being able to go by and see her...but totally worth the surprise of it!
 Her friend told her she wanted to take her to dinner and when she showed up to meet her we were all there to surprise her!  There were about 75+ people there and we had such a great time!  My mom's friend from high school came all the way from south Georgia as well as many family members.  I know that it meant so much to my mom to see so many people she cared about there to celebrate with her.  Mom stood up and announced that she felt like she was in heaven because everyone she loved was there.  HAHA!  I love her. She really is a wonderful woman.  She is the most generous person I know and would do anything for anyone.  She has always put others first and is a great example of Christ's love.  There is no one like her and I am so blessed to be her daughter.  I was so glad to be able to show her how much she is loved by throwing a party for her!  We had so much fun.  Here are a few pictures we took in the "photo booth".

Little Treasures

So, if you are a mom and you haven't heard of Little Treasures Sale, let me introduce you to the wonder of this consignment sale!  This is my third time shopping Little Treasures and this year I actually was a consignor (which I am hoping was worth all the work!).  The sale to the public started today so if you haven't been yet, you haven't missed out!  And the best part is that they restock so you can still get in on the good stuff that hasn't been picked over!  Because I was a consigner this time, I got to shop yesterday (and take a friend), here is the line we waited in...

It goes all the way to the red store front.  We didn't wait too long but inside was crazy with so much stuff! I think that I saw 100 potty seats on one table.  If you want to find out more info go here.  They also have a 50% off day which I have never gone to but am seriously considering it this time.  



How on earth did we go from this:

To this:

(yes, she is wearing shorts!)

In ONE DAY?!  

I am loving this wonderful weather we have had the past two days.  And I am so glad that we got a really good snow because I didn't think we were going to.  But I didn't think we would see 4 inches of snow and 70 degree weather in the course of 48 hours.  There's Kentucky for you!  I am fighting the urge to put away all the girls winter clothes and replace them with their new spring clothes from Little Treasures....but I am not sure that we have seen the last of winter yet.  In the meantime we will enjoy these great 70 degree temperatures and all of the perks that come with it. 

(Jude and Ava)

Like going to the park and getting to double swing.  I'm sorry but that is the cutest thing ever!  Jude is having himself a good time!!

Let me know if you make it to Little Treasures and what you think!  Happy Wednesday! 

Be Blessed!

LOVE

Hope everyone had a good Valentine's Day! We made cookies and played all day! Chris brought Chuy's home for lunch...he knows the way to my heart! It was a great day!

How did you spend your Valentine's day?

10 months

My sweet baby girl is 10 months old today!  Where does the time go?  This is the same age that Ella was when we moved to Louisville and it brings back so many precious memories!  It also makes me so thankful for the time we have had in Louisville.  We have been so blessed to have made such great friends and be part of such a wonderful church (I love my church!).  It has been beneficial to our family in so many ways to be here in this season of our life.  It has strengthened mine and Chris' marriage, has made us better parents (I hope :) )  and has most importantly been sanctifying to our relationship with the Lord.

2 Timothy 2:21 says:

Therefore, if anyone cleanses himself from what is dishonorable, he will be a vessel for honorable use, set apart as holy, useful to the master of the house, ready for every good work.

My prayer is that God will continue to work in us to be set apart and ready for the work He has called us to.  That we will put off anything that does not honor God and that we will be a vessel used for His glory and His kingdom.  

And....

Here is Ava, the big 10 month old!

Here is Ella at 10 months old, the day after we moved to Louisville! Can't tell a bit that they are sisters.  :)

Have a wonderful Wednesday!  

She's my sister, I love my sister.

My sister was on homecoming court last night at Snead State Community College! I am so proud of my little sister and love watching her grow into a beautiful young lady and see her growing with her relationship with the Lord. She makes me proud to be her sister and the example that she sets. We really enjoyed being able to attend and spend some time with family!

Ella also found Ginny-Lynne's crown from her hs homecoming and said she was "Princess Linny".

friends

We had such a fun weekend!  We went to Northern Kentucky to surprise my best friend from college, Jennifer.  We love visiting her and her husband, Nick, because it always feels like a vacation!  They spoil our girls and Ella loves going to their house and playing with their dog Lincoln.  Jen and I have been friends for almost 10 years!  I was thinking about that this weekend while we were visiting and how blessed I am for her friendship.  There is a quote that says "A true friend knows everything about you and loves you anyway." Jen is definitely that friend.  She probably knows more about me than anyone, besides my husband.  I always joke that I enjoy being around Jen because she makes me feel good about myself because she laughs at my jokes....which are never funny.  But she gets me!  I have really been thankful for the time we have had in Louisville and being able to be so close to her again!  We never take many pictures because we are always caught up in hanging out!  But, I managed to snap a few of them with the girls.

So, do you have a friend who laughs at your jokes even when they aren't funny? 

Be blessed!

Today

Well, I abandoned ship on my old blog.  I decided I had neglected it long enough and I wanted to begin fresh and new.  I get so inspired by everyone's blogs and then go to write and feel intimidated. But, if nothing else, this can be a place to share life's comings and goings.  The joys of our busy family.  I have made a resolution to post at least once a month!  We shall see how this goes!!


I leave you with this cuteness.  Who says a rainy day has to be dull?

That girl looooves her rain boots!  She would wear them everday!  
Be blessed!