Writer's Block

I have been out of the blogging lately. I guess you could say it's writer's block. I a starting to wonder why anyone would care about my posts, with the exception of some gorgeous child in candids. I finally got a chance to also sit and really spend some time on the computer. Kade is a sick pup today. I rushed to an early morning meeting while papaw watched over him and now I am here until Shelby can come watch him. Oh, the joys of a working mother.
Life has been steady and sweet since the new year. I discovered from my physician that I now have high cholesterol and low vitamin D. Go figure. Do we really have to grow older? I feel like I do everything pretty good...i eat right, i exercise but still my cholesterol is high. They say the family can be the cause. I hate to blame Velma Jean for this, but if she is looking and feeling as hot as she is at her age, i'll take the high cholesterol since that's pretty much the only ailment she's ever had. Therefore, I am on a great path to healthiness. I am not really "dieting" but I am trying to watch every bite I put into my mouth and make sure it is of some value. I am also working out pretty regularly, thanks to my buddy Angie. There is something about a workout partner that is so fantastic. You get friendship, wellness and weight control all in one package. Thanks, Anj. Results since Dr.: 8 lbs down

Kade is almost 2! That makes my throat hurt just writing it. My how precious time can be. Just yesterday, I was waddling down the halls of the hospital waiting for his arrival. I had no idea the joy life has to offer. I am so thankful and blessed that God allowed Kevin and I to have Kade and share him with the world. He is truly precious. We even reached a turning point today at the Dr. No tears until he jabbed the stick down his throat...I hate that thing too! He even gave him a high five. This is huge. All he has ever done is scream bloody murder at the doctor. My baby is growing up.

Exciting news: I have booked a flight to L.A. I get to work the Independent Spirit Awards with my fabulous sister-n-law Kelli. She is really a good one to know. :)
I will be rubbing elbows with some of the weirdest yet fascinating and talented peeps in the world. Holla. More to come on that one.

Well, hope this update has not put anyone to sleep or maybe that would be a good thing with some of you new mothers.
I leave you with this verse. How deep is this one? Yet, so reassuring to know that we can simply call on our Lord and He will answer:

Psalm 116

I love the LORD, because he has heard

my voice and my supplications.

Because he inclined his ear to me,

therefore I will call on him as long as I live.

The snares of death encompassed me;

the pangs of Sheol laid hold on me;

I suffered distress and anguish.

Then I called on the name of the LORD:

“O LORD, I pray, save my life!”

Gracious is the LORD, and righteous;

our God is merciful.

Kade's 2009 Book

I made this Christmas book for grandparents. Hope you enjoy!

Amanda

Sorry, I haven't posted lately. Just wanted all of you to go to her blog and listen to her sing Carrie Underwood's new song..."change the world" (i think that's the name). she's amazing! Amanda and Brett from my page.

Sleep

Kade spent the night with Mimi last night. She took off today to play with her grandbaby. This was just the 3rd night he has been away from me, and yes, I still hate it. However, I did sleep so very soundly and woke up at 8:30!!! That is the time I should be entering my office. Woops. I still made it by 9 but wow. It felt great. I still don't get that feeling of "yeah, baby is away" but maybe that hits when you have multiples. I know he had so much fun with his Mimi though and that time is so important. My mamaw and papaw have been so very dear to me. They were married 62 years this past Sunday. Can you even imagine that? Wow. The Lord has been so evident in their lives and our family is who we are today because of their love for one another and their love for their family. Velma Jean and Eugene are a couple that you could write a book about with all their hilarious moments and their unconditional love. I can't wait to sit with them again and eat some of that yummy homemade breakfast Velma J cooks up in the kitchen. That kind of smell that wakes you up in the morning praising the Lord! Papaw has been a little forgetful lately which has really taken its toll of mamaw. He gets mad and blames her for not being able to drive. It's so tough to watch, but at the same time, it's truly precious to see just how much she cares for him. He worries her to death, but she would sit by his side 24/7 if she had to and wait on his every need. Once again, unconditional love. I love you Jean and Gene and I can't wait to get my arms around you both!

My little model

These are a few I took of Kade. I truly do have a gorgeous kiddo. I like to capture those good looks as often as I can. (Am I supposed to be a humble mom?)...nah.

A Happy Spook Day

Halloween weekend was fun filled. Saturday started with a nice workout and then a trip to a Fall Festival which was soooooo crowded. 30 minutes was all we could do there. Kade and I took a lovely 2 1/2 hour nap and then we got ready for our evening. We had a fun night with the cousins. So, Kade was supposed to be Dwight Shroot from the Office, but the weather was a little chilly and my mother forbid it since she doesn't even know who he is. So, the skeleton pajamas it was. I took my self to Target and sqeezed into a child's skeleton costume to twinky it with my little bones sidekick. We took the kids on the hayride in Chad's neighborhood (compliments of the Medlocks) and the kids would hop off and trick or treat. Kade got the hang of it pretty quick. Enjoy the pics!

Long Time, No Blog

Kade and I modeling in the Women's Board Fashion Show



The hospital gown I made for Leslie! Isn't is precious? Isn't she precious?



I'm baaaackkk! I know all of you readers (or maybe 1) have been frantically waiting this post. nah. Well, life has been getting better and better. I don't think it's necessarily the circumstances but I have been diving into some biblically based books and God's word and just trying to surround myself with positive things. I am blessed. Fall is in the air and I couldn't be happier. I just hope it stays. It makes boot camp a little nicer. Kade has started First Baptist preschool and he has some wonderful folks watching him the hours they are not open. He loves his teachers and is bringing home precious art work. I'll have to post some of that when I take a pic. There's really no way to catch up, but I will tell you about this past weekend. We went to see Playhouse Disney Live and the kiddo loves some Mickey Mouse. We came home and carved a Mickey pumpkin and made a halloween "Boo" cake. Sunday was a nice day and I strolled (much further than I thought) to the Greek Festival downtown for some yummy food. I love my weekends. Have I mentioned that before? I think I have shared a love song with you before for my weekends. They simply go to fast. Ga Tech beat the #4 team in the country. Congratulations to my little brother....the best runningback coach in the country. For any Division 1 team interested, please post a comment and you could be the lucky one to get him. West Florida didn't pull through, but we had fun wrapped in our blankets in the stands. Auburn, well, let's just see how they do next week.
Thought for the day: Who thought...let's cut a face or other objects into a pumpkin?