Those Little Nappieheads

School Days!!!

2011-08-11T17:54:00.004-05:00

Mally and Kimbell waiting on the bus.
Mally and SK... they are so cute!

I guess I am glad school has started. I am having a really hard time with Mally starting BIG GIRL school at AEEC. She's just growing up so fast! Kimbell didn't have but three weeks of summer because of baseball, but he seems fine.

Mally rode the bus for the first time and waved to me till I couldn't see her anymore...gosh...I love that girl! I just hope they have a great year filled with fun and learn a lot. Claire will start next year so at least I still have one baby at home. Good luck K and M! I love yal!

Go Auburn Orange!!!

2011-07-08T08:27:00.014-05:00

Our team banner

mally, Emma, CB, and Wilson

Kimbell

Hit that ball bro bro!

Strikem out!

Dad and Mally

Check out Pete in the background.

Our team

Yes...yal are number one!

So silly!

Kimbell, Mally, and Will

Kimbell made the Auburn Orange All Star team this year and has had the best time playing with his teammates. Baseball or practice nightly? Sounds like heaven to Kimbell! I am so proud of our boys they have really become a true team that will go far. The girls have truly become baseball lil sisters and constantly come to me asking if he won...or Kimbell did good...they are too funny! Keep up the great work AO!

Sweet Girls!

2011-06-27T13:33:00.005-05:00

Gots to lov'em! Dots and all!

Life's SUPER Gud!

2011-03-31T20:04:00.002-05:00

Valentine's day in 2011

2011-02-15T15:17:00.010-06:00

Claire's lil heart booty.

A sweet Valentine treat from one of my many loving kids I teach. Made my day!

My new perfume! Chanel No 5...so yumo!

Oh my! I told you its not what it was 20 years ago.

High on life and candy!

Wow! What a Valentine's day! I tell ya...it's not what it was 20 years ago. Especially, with my being a teacher this year. I had tons of sweet yummy gifts to bring home and I'm about to head to the gym to try and shed some five pounds I probably gained from all the candy consumption!Ugh!(: Anyway, the kids had a great one and momma got her new perfume she wanted so all is well here. Now...if I can just secretly throw out all this candy and chocolate we have without the girls knowing life will be good again. Any ideas?? Thoughts?? Hmmm??

A Lil Late I Know....

2011-02-02T16:26:00.011-06:00

Ed Dyas

Mally

Kimbell

Claire Bear

My three sweeties!

....but I have been meaning to post these photos.... it seems like for ages.... soooo why not now?

Yes, they are the same ones I put on our 2010 Christmas card, but they are some of my very favorites! It only took 15 minutes to compile my card...does it get any easier than that for a family card? I think not! No, there were no faces to clean and hairs to be brushed beforehand.... just them being themselves! I grabbed up the camera and what ya see is what ya get!

I think they turned out pretty good. With the season ending like it did for Auburn I must say my timing was impeccable! I think I was the only one in my family to not attend the national championship game...and WHAT A GAME! Wow!!!

I also wanted to say a little goodbye to Ed Dyas one of my distant relatives who was an Auburn football player and All American many moons ago. He passed away a week ago in Mobile from stomach cancer and was a true Auburn legend. I heard before he passed that he had been ecstatic about Auburns win in Arizona. You will be greatly missed, Ed.

Which leads me to this...WARRRRR EAGLE..HEY!

Julee

Faith, Love, Joy, Hope, Patience in 2011

2011-01-03T17:39:00.002-06:00

Faith

Faith is the substance of things hoped for,

the evidence of things not seen.

Some men have many reasons why they cannot do what they want,

when all they really need is one reason why they can.

Love

The greatest happiness of life is the conviction that we are loved,

loved for ourselves, or rather loved in spite of ourselves.

Love knows no limit to its endurance, no end to its trust, no fading of its hope;

it can outlast anything. Love still stands when all else has fallen.

Fall in love with yourself and you have no rivals.

Joy

It isn't our position but our disposition that makes us happy.

A smile is a curve that can set a lot of things straight.

It is good to let a little sunshine out as well as in.

Hope

The man who rows the boat doesn't have time to rock it.

It is better to wear out than to rust out.

You can't slide uphill.

Patience

Patience is not passive; on the contrary it is active; it is concentrated strength.

Toil awhile, endure awhile, believe always, and never turn back.

Understanding is the secret of withstanding.

Waste of time is the most extravagant and costly of all expenses.

I wish you much love in 2011. May all your dreams come true!

Julee

A Night of Fun with Family....The Dyas Klan.

2010-11-13T10:21:00.029-06:00

Me and my mini me, Mally.

Me and my sweet girls. Well, at least Mally was being sweet at the time...Claire just wanted to hold all the babies!

Me and Kimbell
Allie, Anna, Henley,Claire, and me. Alrighty...enough pictures of me...let's get to the good stuff. My amazing family! INTRODUCING......

Conlee and Henley

Cousin Bailey, Mally, and Claire bear

Aunt Lee and her girls....Bailey, Reynolds, and Allie

Mally, Mom, and Sugar Bear...isn't she beautiful! She's an Alaskan breed...gorgeous!

Claire holding baby Drayton

Okay...I've had enough.

Sweet baby boy

Beautiful cousins

Joe, Uncle Joe, and Uncle Bill...he's on his tip toes! Seriously! lol

My sweet lil ones

Cousin Hannah and Bill

Little Rowdy...from small to....

.....HUGE!!!!

And...when I say huge...I mean...HUGE!!! ! 140 huge!

We had a great night last night with my family. We rarely all get to see one another... we all stay so busy... so it was truly an amazing night. I finally got to meet my new baby cousins, Henley and Drayton. They are precious! We had a great meal and the kids got a big kick out of Uncle Bills dogs. Aren't they a hoot! Until next time my sweet family. See ya at Christmas time.

Miss and love you all,

Julee and fam

Mally's Awesome Soccer Season!

2010-11-11T08:19:00.008-06:00

My lil soccer player
Mally

Mally, Sarah Kate, and Emma Clair

Trophy Time!!!

Yep...it meant THAT much to her.

Mally had an awesome soccer season! By her second game she had it going on scoring FIVE goals! She loved every minute of it! She was thrilled to receive her first trophy EVER and even fell asleep with it in her lil arms. So sweet. I'm SO glad she played...YOU GO GIRL!

Love you soccer star!

Mommy

Happy Halloweenie!!!!

2010-11-01T16:06:00.015-05:00

The cheerleaders and the Hallo weenie!

Me and Mally

The girls with Sarah Kate

Sutton, Madison, and Kate

Kate and Lauren

The Spratlin Family

Oh my! Look at all those kids!

Trick OR Treat!!!!

We had a good time at the cul-de-sac party last night. Pizza and fun as usual. The kids were all precious and despite the late night goodies I seemed to get them settled and in bed on time for school the next day. Now...THAT is an accomplishment! Glad its over though and looking forward to Turkey day...yumo! Lol, Hope you had a Happy Halloweenie!!

Pumpkin Patch time!

2010-10-14T19:21:00.011-05:00

Stirling, Claire, Lily, and Wilson at the pumpkin patch.
Bunny fun!

What a beautiful pumpkin patch!

She ain't scared!

Claire's pumpkin.

Mally and me

Mally and her sweet friend, Ellie.

We had a great time at the pumpkin patch this year. Indian Pines took the whole school...actually only around 50 kids total, but they were in heaven! With bouncy things to jump on, a train to ride, a hayride to the patch, and a petting zoo what more could a little one ask for? The weather was beautiful, too. What a great day!

New York Fun!

2010-10-14T18:49:00.019-05:00

What a wickedly awesome play! My personal fav. We saw the Lion King the first night and Wicked the second.

Times Square...our hotel was RIGHT THERE! A tad loud though.

Empire State building!

Macy's...largest department store in the world!

Tiles from children all over the world. In regards to 9/11.

Ground zero....new construction site.

Hooboken, NJ.....the Cake Boss!

Us outside Carlo's Bake Shop.

Inside!

Look who was there!

Shopping time!

Candy time!

Yumo gumballs!!!!

Inside the store....it was three stories high!

More candy!

Mmmmm...gud!

We really had a great time in New York. It's one of my favorite places to visit so I'm thrilled he got to see it! We really did a lot and I have lots more photos...but it would take up my whole blog so I just hit some of his favorites. Until next time NY.

Beach time fun with friends!

2010-09-09T13:05:00.031-05:00

Silly girls!
Brinkley, Mally, and Claire

Let's ride the horsey!

Jump high, Mally!

Wow! Check Brinkley out!

So funny!

Pool time!

Claire in the hot tub.

Tiffany and Brinkley

Precious girls in their tutu bathing suits.

Playing the da sand.

Smile you're at the beach!

Love it!

Good friends.

Picture with mommy...can you tell Claire is thrilled??

Brinkley

Catch that seagull, Claire bear!

Check out that cute lil belly.

Surfing time!

Claire and mommy

The Sugar Shak!

Dinner time at George's.

What a beautiful night at the beach.

Tiffany and Brinkley

What a short but sweet time we had at the beach. It was beautiful! With the exception of the seaweed...yucky! We went and met friends, Tiffany and Brinkley. The girls played and played...literally wore themselves out every night! It was a nice break before their school starts Friday...yay! Thanks, Tiffany, for inviting us! We had a great time!

A Day at the Aquarium!

2010-09-01T16:15:00.045-05:00

Just look at those faces!!!
Aren't these snakelike creatures the coolest things! I think they're a type of Nematodes. Hmmm??

Mally and Mommy checking out the jellies..... that's what the GA staff call them. They're actually Pacific Sea Nettles.

Baby Jelly!

Aren't they beautiful!? They are my favorite sea creature to come see...amazing! So graceful, too. I could watch them for hours...honest!

Under the sea exhibit.... Cheese!!!!

Girls with daddy

Sweet Mally loved every second at the aquarium...just like mommy.

She's in heaven!

My second fav sea creature...the seahorse. Just precious! I love their tiny little faces and did you know the males carry the babies...so cool!

Just hanging out!

There's Nemo the clown fish!

This lil guy was so unique I had to take his picture! maybe some type of bull fish??

Hide and Seek with the aquarium mascot!

Just taking it all in.

The hammerhead sharks and stingrays. She'd look but not touch.

Playground fun!

Sweet girl

Finally, she got brave enough to touch the glass tank!

Under the freshwater exhibit.

Tree frogs! How cool! Now Claire's happy!

Told ya so!

Not so scary.

Seeing double!

Otter fun!

Funny little guys they are!

Urchins and starfish...gorgeous! The middle part on the sea urchin is actually it's mouth and is very fragile so we couldn't touch these. My third favorite! No fourth actually...

Now, that's a crab! Spider crab that is.

Hey there buddy!

Here's my third favorite...the Beluga whale!

Unreal!

Gotta love the starfish...and these were HUGE!!!

The smiling eel.

Love, love, love.

That's one exhausted child!

Think Mally and I will head back in a couple weeks for sure!

The End.

What a wonderful day at the Georgia Aquarium! This place is UNREAL! There is so much to see and do...not to mention how clean, cool, and safe a place it is to take your kids for an afternoon. The staff are so informative and nice we really had a ball and learned a lot! We practically had the whole place to ourselves, too! Mally and I will definitely head back soon! Think we enjoyed it more than Claire and daddy.... care to join us!?

The Last of Summer Fun

2010-08-30T20:27:00.005-05:00

Claire gettin em gud!

Pool fun!
Like Claire bears swimsuit?

Our friend, Sarah Kate.

Well, summer is wrapping up and I would love to share some beach photos of the girls, but our latest beach trip was rained slap out! Luckily, I'm heading back down with them next week so stay tuned! Hope you're enjoying the last of YOUR summer fun!

Happy Birthday, Mom!!!!

2010-08-26T06:33:00.026-05:00

Happy Birthday, Mom!!

The birthday girl!!!

John and Joe

Friends

Make a wish!

Happy 65th...may all your wishes come true!

Laura and Bill

Hayden and John

Silly girls with our yumo Lemon Drops!

Hayden and mom

Joe and Lee

Love you!!!!

Janna and Tom

John reading his silly poem

He's a nut!

What an awesome time we had last night with family at Moores Mill Club celebrating my moms b'day! It was so nice to get together and just laugh, talk, and drink a little.
We don't get together enough so my moms 65th definitely gave us an excuse. We love you, mom!

Happy Birthday!!!

Birthday and The Biscuits!

2010-06-18T06:39:00.016-05:00

The whole birthday crew...Brooks, Jackson, Jason, Kimbell, and Cole.
Silly shot!

The players.

Kimbell watching the game.

Air guitar time!

So funny!

Crazy boys!

What is he doing??

Happy Birthday, baby!!

My baby is growing up.):

They won in extra innings!!!

The boys watching the firework show.

For Kimbell's birthday we took him and some friends to a Biscuits game in Montgomery. What a fabulous idea it was! We all had the best time! The stadium is beautiful and the atmosphere was amazing! Between fireworks, games, funnel cakes, popcorn, catching balls and shirts, and air guitar time we were exhausted by the time we got home. Thank you everyone for making my big ten year olds birthday a very special one. Now...does anyone know how I can make time stand still? Hmmm???

AHS Cheer Camp!

2010-06-18T06:27:00.008-05:00

Mally doing her cheer camp dance.
Ready and waiting!

Sweet Kaitlyn...our neighbor.

Aren't they adorable!

Mally and Emma...that's my nephew Andy's girlfriend....isn't she precious!

Mally, Claire and their friend, Brinkley.

Mally had the best time doing the AHS cheer camp a couple weeks ago. She came home everyday dancing and cheering her little tushie off. Poor Claire bear wanted to go, but she was too little. I'll have her in it for sure next year...she was as good as Mally learning all the steps and cheers. Thanks girls for a wonderful camp! We'll see ya in 2011!

Tutu much fun!

2010-05-25T18:49:00.032-05:00

The End.

I had the best time taking pictures of the girls last week in Destin. I basically just followed them around watching them play and have a ball in the sand and surf. I hated Kimbell wasn't around. He had travel ball in Montgomery...I'm sure he was thrilled to not be there for my little photo shoot. Enjoy the photos. I know I'll cherish the memories forever!

Fun in the Sun!

2010-05-24T09:27:00.022-05:00

Claire and her new baby
The school of Manaray!

Mally

Your toenails gots to look pretty on the beach!

Mally and Mommy

Me and the girls

Sandcastle time!

Let's dig!

Don't forget to collect shells!

Claire

Sweet bottom.

Ocean fun!

Look at me!

Mally

Pretty toes in the sand.

I love the hot tub!

Say cheese!

Worn out from swimming all day.

Claire bear

Me and the little ladies had the best time at the beach! I hated to leave. They were great and enjoyed every second we had. They swam until they got little blisters on their toes and were all wrinkled up! I got a lot of fun pictures but I also took some of hem in their bathing suit tutus. I took a total of 163 photos! So...more to follow! Hope to get back soon. I love it!

Mally's Spring Sing at Indian Pines

2010-05-24T09:12:00.011-05:00

Cool Wilson and Claire bear

Sweet Jackson...Mally's BF

Justa singing along!

Mally and Nathan

Mally and beautiful Alexia

Best friends...Mally and Madelyn

Mally's teacher, Mrs. Sims

Mally had an awesome Spring sing at IP last week. She sang her little heart out. The teachers had all prepared me for it so I wasn't totally surprised...but to be so shy I was so impressed! Wilson and Claire had fun too watching all the big kids perform. Nathan did a great job, too! I sure love that little school. Thanks fora great year sweet teachers!

Claire's end of the year program at Parkway.

2010-05-18T15:32:00.012-05:00

My lil Claire bear.

Sweethearts

And... sweet friends...Wilson, Stirling, and Hannah.

The singing didn't go so well...as you can see.

Until we got our pizza and cookie in the classroom.

Oh well. At least she ate her pizza all gone like a big girl. There's always next year, right??

Happy Birthday to Me...Well, almost!

2010-04-25T19:44:00.005-05:00

Looks like another birthday is right around the corner for me. My how time flies! I'll be 35 on Wednesday and it's so hard to believe I'm THAT old! I mean I feel like I'm 25 NOT 35! Oh, well. Can't stop time so I'll just sit back and enjoy it...oh, and the yummy strawberry cake my mom got for me. Mmmmm.!!!

Let The Birthday Festivities Begin!

2010-04-24T16:36:00.006-05:00

Amy and Me
Molly and Rona

You heard me correct! I say.... Let the birthday festivities begin! Yes, as most of you know, I LOVE birthdays! I think it's super important for everyone to feel loved and appreciated on their big day...no matter how old or young. Rona's was Thursday and mine is next Wednesday. Soooo, mine started a tad early with a little friendly dinner with the girls. We went to Hamiltons...yum...and had a ball! It's one of my favorite places to eat in Auburn and there bread pudding is to die for!
I can't wait to have my family dinner with the kiddies, meet my mom and sister for a birthday lunch, and see some other ladies for a lil girl time. It's gonna be MY week! Anyho, thanks ladies for a great night. I love ya!

Stella & Dot! Who would've thought??

2010-04-07T20:09:00.017-05:00

This line has been seen everywhere lately! The Today Show and a number of stars have been seen wearing the jewelry...just check out their website for details.

I got these! They are too cute!

Gotta love this cuff bracelet! How beautiful and unique!

Cluster ring

They have tons of charms and birthstones to pick from to make your necklace your very own. Great Mother's day gift, too

Just adorable!

The cluster bracelet. They also have the necklace and ring to go with it.

That when I went to a jewelry party a couple weeks ago I would totally fall in love with this line of jewelry!? It's beautiful, trendy, and affordable! It's true love alright. I decided to book a party so please feel free to stop by at my house! It's 1531 Elise Lane. Wednesday, April the 21st, from 9:30-11:30. I have catalogs if you can't make it just email me, leave a comment, or call. You can also order online at http://www.stelladot.com/sites/kimsanderson Don't forget Mother's day is approaching fast! This is the place to shop! Not only does it arrive within days it comes wrapped in these individual boxes that are precious!

Please take the time to look...you're gonna be glad you did. Trust me!

Mally's Hunt, Easter Morning Fun, and A Yummy Easter Brunch!

2010-04-04T17:09:00.022-05:00

Me and Mally at her Easter egg hunt.

Easter goodies!

The

Easter Bunny!!!!

Emma and

Mally

Sweet sisters !

Kimbell is too cool for Easter.

Easter basket surprises!

Kids table or brunch.

Say Easter bunny!!!!

My sweet girls. Gosh, I love them!

Finding and egg on an egg...teehee.

The Easter bunny was super good this year!

Think they found enough eggs??

Easter bunny cake! Yumo!

Whew! Gotta say...I'm glad this one is over1 Think mine and the kids sugar rush is gonna last at least a year! With that said.... we had a wonderful Easter. Mally's school hunt was lots of fun! Her class is so sweet at Indian Pines. My kids probably got too many Easter surprises and again I ate way too much, but it only comes around once a year. Might as well enjoy it! Back to the gym tomorrow. ASAP!

Easter Egg Hunt at Parkway...How EGGciting!!!

2010-04-01T20:21:00.016-05:00

Wilson and Claire bear

Isn't it the truth!

My lil flower bud.

The darling class ready for the big hunt!

Look at her go!

Look at all those eggs! She was a pro!

Cheese Mommy!

Claire and Mommy

Gettin a lil rest. Whew!

What? I can't go get more?? No fair!

Precious Harrison

Awww. it's okay, Sophie.

Check out those pigtails! Isn't she so cute!!

Claire's big hunt was today. She loved every sec of it! She did such a great job and even wore what I picked out for her to wear...that's a whole other blog story! Anyway, her class is too cute and her teachers are super sweet!

Happy Egg Hunting!

SEC basketball tournament in Nashville...What a Blast!

2010-04-01T20:07:00.014-05:00

Kimbell admiring his precious Alabama.

Shoot for three, Kimbell!

More games.

Joe and Kimbell

Yes! They got on the Nashville news!!!

Telling about who they came to watch...Alabama.

Playing a lil bball!

What an awesome arena! Alabama won their first game, too!

What's Nashville without a little Elvis!?

Yummy dinner at the aquarium

Cheese!!!!

We had fun taking Kimbell to Nashville around Spring Break. I always love spending a little quality tile with him. Alabama did pretty good and we LOVED Nashville! I plan to go back sometime and shop some! OH! Let's not forget the Honkytonks!!

Rosy

2010-02-19T06:38:00.006-06:00

Here she is at almost 9 months of age, our Golden Doodle, Rosy. Three words describe her... bad, bad, bad! She is truly a mess! She steals, begs, and borrows...with out returning! I actually stole myself this photo from my friend, Elizabeth, that did a post also about how very bad.....but lovable she is.

I do love her so! So here's to you, Rosy. May you enjoy your last few days of freedom before you're confined in your invisible electric prison....bless it. Maybe, your friends....Shug and Charlie will still come to visit.

We love you!

OH! If you're interested in getting a Golden Doodle then check out this website. It's where we got Rosy! They're great!

http://www.angelviewgoldendoodles.com/

Winter Wonderland 2010!

2010-02-14T08:15:00.021-06:00

Happy Valentine's Day!!!
Please let me go play in the snow.

All geared up and ready to go play!

Just beautiful!

Claire, Sarah Kate, and Mally

Claire's snowman.

Snow angels!!!

I'm cold and tired, mommy.

Sweet Mally loved the snow!

Mally's snowman....she made about three total!

Me and Claire bear.

Sisterly love.

Kimbell with his buddies...Jason and Jackson.

Rosy loved the snow, too!

Silly boys!

Wow! What can I say besides...wow! Can you believe Auburn got another beautiful snow? It was absolutely beautiful! The kids had a blast playing in it ALL day long. Kimbell was literally out there from 10-6...we had to go look for him that night and drag him in! I just thought it was the perfect beginning to the Valentine's weekend. Maybe...we'll get blessed with another one this year! Fingers crossed here!

Young Love at Parkway

2010-02-12T18:50:00.009-06:00

Wilson and Claire.

Sweet Claire Bear

Wilson and his mommy, Molly.

Puppy Love.

Claire had her Valentine's party at Parkway Thursday. Her class is so cute...including sweet Wilson...her boyfriend. Well, he may not be her boyfriend...she is just three, but they sure are giddy around each other! Young love...such a sweet sweet thing.

Should I be worried??

2010-02-09T12:29:00.003-06:00

When I walk in my bathroom to get the girls out of the tub and see this?? Gasp! What in the world were they doing in here? I mean really...do the girls have some underlying anger issues I'm not familiar with yet?

No, you think it's normal? Well, I sure hope so! Think I'll ban baby doll usage for a little while till things calm down around here. Let's stick to colors and blocks for the time being. Keep things as peaceful as possible. LOL, never a dull moment!

Congratulations Bro Bro!

2010-02-08T06:12:00.009-06:00

Kimbell was nominated for a Star Athlete Award by his coaches and peers for the 2009 year. The ceremony was at Sports Academy yesterday. He was nominated among 24 other peers out of 4500 Sports Academy participants. They picked an All Star Athlete of the year...one boy and girl for 2009. He wasn't picked, but to us he already is an All Star. Great job Kimbell! Keep up the great attitude and hard work and you will get far in life. We love you bro bro.

Mom

OH...I nearly forgot! He scored an amazing 22 pts. at his Upward basketball game Saturday! Way to go, buddy!

Claire's Class Party!

2010-01-26T11:23:00.005-06:00

Claire bear had a blast at her class party yesterday! She wanted a purple birthday...at least that's what she told me The kids enjoyed snacks and cupcakes...yummy! Gourmet Tiger made the cutest purple princess crown sugar cookies for a goody treat to take home, but I forgot to take a picture. Oh well. Still, can't believe she's 3! Ugh!

Happy Birthday little one!

Happy 3rd Birthday Claire Bear!

2010-01-24T19:35:00.008-06:00

Happy Birthday baby girl!
I love you.

Silly girl.

Make a wish!

Snuggle time with mommy.

A birthday is more fun with friends and family.

Presents!

Happy birthday Claire Bear. I can't believe you're three already! Time just flies! We love you so very much and I hope you get everything your silly lil heart desires!

Mommy

Silly Silly Girl!

2010-01-15T09:03:00.003-06:00

What can I say about Claire besides she's such a silly silly girl! She cracks me up ALL day long! She has the funniest personality and people just seem to gravitate towards her like a magnet! She's an independent soul and definitely a leader. She turns three in a couple weeks and says she wants a Spider man birthday. I can't believe she'll be three! It's flown by! Can't wait to see what she does next! Stay tuned!!!

Julee

All Grown Up!

2010-01-10T11:51:00.009-06:00

Me at the ripe ole age of 3.

Came across this photo...I've posted it before, but I thought I would again to remind myself....and others just how very fast we 'grow up'. It's like you blink and your little one is a young man or woman....it's frightening! SO...cherish these lil moments with them! Give more hugs and kisses than you can count! Play in the rain with them....love them endlessly cause before you know it...they'll be all grown up.

Julee(:

Hats or Heels??

2010-01-04T09:12:00.005-06:00

Mally and Claire in Kimbell's clothes.
What beautiful heels you have!

That's my girl!

Hats or heels??? That's the BIG question of the day. It seems like my girls have the best of both worlds, and I'm SO glad! They love being girlie girls with their makeup kits, hair bows, dolls, and bubble baths. On the other hand, they can get dirty and be tough just like their brother. Or just enjoy hanging out with the guys. Claire STILL thinks she can pee standing up...goodness me! So what ya think...hats or heels?? I say both! Why not enjoy a lil of both worlds!? Life's too short ya know. Enjoy it!

New Year's day Lunch 2010!

2010-01-01T17:03:00.006-06:00

Coley, Jackson, Nappier Crew

Thanks for the photo, John!

Until next year!

Friends, Food, and Fun in 2010!

2010-01-01T16:19:00.013-06:00

The cookie cake I brought for the kids...as you can see they really liked it!

Mandy, me, and Palmer...we missed you Jennifer.

Sweet Fowler.

Joe and me

Palmer and John....thanks for having us at your darling home.

Mandy and Brad

Kimbell couldn't leave that Auburn game....can you blame him?? War Eagle!!

The girls

We did our annual thing again New Year's day. This year we headed to Pike Road, AL to the Coley's house for some fabulous food, lots of fun, and getting together with good ole friends. Everyone seemed to have a great time. The kids played like old friends that have known each other forever. They all change so much from year to year...it amazes me! Can't wait til next year guys! Scott and Jennifer, you better not stand us up again! JK

Happy New Year everyone!

Julee

It's the Little Things in Life.

2010-01-01T16:09:00.004-06:00

Mally and Claire got one of those really cool See-Saws for Christmas. They were still in their pajamas when they couldn't resist the urge to run out and test drive it. They were in absolute heaven! Just look at those faces!

As I stood there watching and laughing I realized that this little moment is the type we often don't take the time to cherish and hold dear. It's the little things in life that make me so very happy. What about you??

A Dyas Christmas

2009-12-26T09:32:00.020-06:00

Say Peaches!

Cheers!
Bailey and Andy with the girls.

Silliness at it's best!

Sweet Christopher with the girls.
Mally and Me

Mom and her sister, Lee.

Kimbell and Will

Bailey with the girls.

Allie and Reynolds

My new fav Riesling...Polka Dot!

Me and mom with the girls.

Reynolds cool HIGH heels! Love them!

From Mally's view.

Patty cakes!

Don't ask!

Barb and Andi Diers.

Mom and Mally

We had a great night last night at my aunt Lee's house finishing off the Christmas season. Almost half of us were gone, but we still had fun socializing, dancing, eating, patty caking, and just being silly! Allie had surgery last week, but is doing great as you can see. What a great way to wrap up the year with family.

Hope everyone had a Merry Christmas!

Julee

Christmas In Good Ole Oneonta!

2009-12-20T17:19:00.017-06:00

Can you say TOO many presents!!!
It's Christmas time!!!

Mally, my mini me! She's even got the head tilt down!

My sweet girls.

Silly kids!

Trying to get a picture of the grand kids...not an easy task!

Second try

Okay...we're SO done!

Mally...my girlie girl!

The boys stayed glued to the couch and PlayStation 3 all day!

Claire enjoyed her new baby.

We really had a great visit with my dad in Oneonta this past weekend. The weather was cold...so Christmas like I must say and the kids racked up on way too many gifts! My dad actually just retired from being the Superintendent and is planning on relaxing and just enjoying life...especially after we left. Congrats dad! We're SO proud!

We Love You!

Julee

Kimbell's class party!

2009-12-18T15:36:00.017-06:00

Kimbell and me

The class tree

Letters for our troops.

Catherine with her new handmade snowflake.

Kimbell and Jamon

Some goodies!

Sweet Emma

Hot potato with an ornament.

The final four!

The last two!

And then there was ONE!

Kimbell had his class party today. It was so much fun! Actually, made me miss teaching. The kids were so sweet and grateful for everything. We made cards to send to our troops and snowflakes. We also decorated cookies. We played hot potato with a Santa ornament and every time someone won they would just clap and cheer...so sweet!!! Mrs. Coleman has done an awesome job with these kids and thanks for Beth for getting everything together. You da best!

Merry Christmas!!!

Santa Comes to Town!

2009-12-18T15:26:00.010-06:00

Mally's class Christmas tree...so sweet.
Gingerbread men

Mally's initial ornament

There's Santa!!!!

Santa reading to the class.

Friends

Mally and her teacher, Mrs. Sims

Mally and Jackson

Mally's class had an extra big surprise yesterday...Santa!!!! He came to Indian Pines to read to the class and give out little treats. They were SO excited! It was so very cute! They then had their class party with lots of goodies to enjoy. Thanks friends for all the cool books. Merry Christmas sweet teachers and a Happy New Year!

Tis the Season...for Christmas Programs!

2009-12-15T19:56:00.004-06:00

Claire with my mom, Marme.
Young love...just look at the way Claire is glancing at Wilson.

Sweet Mally

We're ready to sing now.

Both the girls did excellent during their Christmas programs at Parkway and Indian Pines. I was so proud...they definitely get their singing skills from me. JUST KIDDING! Now we just got the parties to go...TIS THE Season, right??

Merry Christmas!

An Indian Pines Thanksgiving.

2009-11-27T10:29:00.009-06:00

Mally's class

Class artwork

Mally and Claire

Madelyn and Mally

Mally's class at Indian Pines had a Thanksgiving feast the other day with lots of food and fun! I brought Claire and she was in heaven with all the older children giving her lots of attention. They had some precious artwork on display and all the kids wore little Indian and Pilgrim hats. They were too cute. Made me miss teaching.

Happy Turkey Day!

Thanksgiving.... Housch style!

2009-11-26T16:51:00.018-06:00

The kids table. We missed you Andy...he is sick.):

Me and Kimbell

Rosy was hungry, too.

Mally's cake!

Me and Mally

Make a wish!

Cheese!

Like my hat??

Me and the lil ones.

Hayden and me

Joe and Kimbell

Helen and my nanny...she is 91! Doesn't she look great!

Hayden and John

We had a great lunch today at my house for Thanksgiving. My dad's side was in town and we quickly pulled it together. It was suppose to be at my dad's lake condo, but his water was off due to construction so I said..Come on folks! We celebrated Mally's birthday...it's actually tomorrow...and she got to once again blow out some candles and make a wish. It was lots of fun and we ate WAY too much!

Hope everyone had a great one!

Julee

Mally's Pretty Princess Birthday Party!

2009-11-22T16:47:00.022-06:00

Gotta luv cupcakes....

...and crown sugar cookies!

Let's not forget the coloring books!

Magic wands, too!

Sweet Princess Camryn.

All the princesses boarding their slide.

Sweet sisters...Isabel and Alexia.

Crazy Emma!

The fairest in the land!

Cheese!

Oh! I'm SO excited!!!

Claire Bear

Mally with her goodies.

Best Friends.

More friends.

Beautiful Brinkley.

Kisses from mommy are the best!

Thanks for your help, Bailey!

Mally had a really wonderful princess party today. She had some neighbor friends and some sweeties from her class at Indian Pines. They all dressed in their favorite princess gear and came ready to run, jump, climb, eat and play! It was a wonderful turnout and I want to thank everyone for making her day super special!

Happy Birthday Princess!

Mommy

Morning Sunshine!

2009-11-17T14:31:00.005-06:00

That's actually the title of the book I'm reading by Robin Meade host on HLN's Morning Express. I know, I know...the enemy right?! But, she's pretty good! I got introduced to her in the mornings and got completely hooked! I really like her! The book is about building your self confidence/self esteem back...if you lost it OR gaining it if you never even had any to begin with. It's been a funny and interesting book so far.

It caught MY attention when I first heard about it cause just look at her...former Ms. Ohio...how could SHE have ever had low self esteem or lack confidence...hmmm?? I thought to myself...let's see! Come to find out she has a constant desire for cheesecake just like me!! Plus don't we all want to radiate confidence!

The book has a lot of handy tips about building your esteem and some funny true life happenings that happen to Robin throughout her career that make you realize she IS human. I do recommend it!

Besides, don't you want to find out who Sunshine is??

Go get it...it may change your life!

Sweet Savannah!

2009-11-10T15:42:00.025-06:00

The River Walk

Savannah riverboat for dining..yumo!

An old house...beautiful!

Man playing a violin....he was super talented I must say.

Sweet singers...notice the UA and AU hats!

The house in the movie Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil

Pub fun! It's the one Julia Roberts stands outside of while in her PJ's watching her cheating hubbie....too funny!

The steeple the feather floats down from in Forrest Gump.

Just another beautiful house.

The Ole Pirates house...supposedly haunted.

Film maker Robert Redford making magic. Be on the lookout for it!

SCAD students at their best!

Waving Girl signaling the riverboats.

Gotta love police horses!

Joe on the Forrest Gump bench...they kinda look alike...just kidding!

Beautiful Cathedral!!

Old cemetery

Notice the headstones along the wall. Yankees stayed there and destroyed the cemetery. They didn't know where to put the headstones when rebuilding so they lined them up against the wall.

The soldiers also messed up some of the headstones. Changing dates and ages of the deceased.

Just wanted to share some photos from out trip to Savannah. It was beautiful and never a dull moment! So much to see and do! Hope I can go back one day.

Enjoy!

Veterans Day... Our heros, My hero.

2009-11-10T12:44:00.010-06:00

Picture of dad in the old days as a pilot in the Air Force.
Dad with Will and Kimbell.

Honoring the Air Force veterans.

Wrights Mill Road choir...they did an excellent job!

A poem to remember.

Dad receiving his medal from the boys.

Okay, I know I cry easy, but today Kimbell and Will presented my dad with a handmade medal in honor of Veterans day and him being a retired Colonel in the Air Force. I was so very proud! I cried like a baby! He IS my hero you know. I'm so very blessed to be able to call him my father.

I also wanted to recognize this day because of all the troops who not only have served, but who are now serving us. How lucky are we to live here in this wonderful place of freedom thanks to them! We are truly blessed!

Thank you!

Happy Birthday, Dad!!!

2009-10-31T19:02:00.007-05:00

Happy Birthday, dad!!! The BIG 67!!!!
Dad with his grandchildren.

Make a wish!

Dad came in town for the Auburn game...War Eagle...and his 67th birthday party. We had a great night cooking out and eating too much cake and ice cream...ugh! It was great to see you dad.... Happy Birthday!

We love you tons!!!

Julee

Johnny Appleseed and Grandparents day!

2009-10-31T18:54:00.007-05:00

The family with Becky...Joe's mom and Kimbell grandmother.
About to start the play....Johnny Appleseed.

Kimbell as JA...chopping wood.

My little actor.

Kimbell's Tall Tale....Animal Boy.

We had a great Friday at Ogletree. It was grandparents day and Joe's mom came to eat lunch with him. He also had a class play. He was voted for the role of Johnny Appleseed and did an awesome job! I'm so very proud, Kimbell. Keep up the excellent work!

Happy Halloween 2009!!!

2009-10-30T08:05:00.032-05:00

Me and the girls.

The kids with sweet Caleb.

My lil ones!

Fairy princess Mally.

My lil Cupcake Claire bear.

Punk rocker Macy.

Precious Sulli and SS.

Claire, Sara Kate, and Mally.

Jared and Kam

Kate, Emily, and Lauren

Julie and her lil giraffe...Coleman.

What's up??

Elizabeth and Wheeler

Little Amy

Deanne and Lauren

I'm free!!!

Our neighborhood kids! So cute!!!

Travis and Mason

Mason and his girlfriends!

Trick or Treat!!!

Wait on me!!!!

Tuckered out!

Let's check out da goods!

Yumo!!

Claire and Mommy

My oh my we had a great Halloween! Have to admit though I'm glad it's over...till next year.(: The girls were precious and had a ball! Kimbell is so funny...he was Willy Wonka this year and of course came home exhausted from all the tricks and treats. Until next year...Happy Halloween!!!

Great and easy Halloween Gifts!

2009-10-29T08:11:00.010-05:00

The moon pie owls.
Great teachers gift!

Who doesn't like cupcakes?? Add a lil personal touch....

...and there ya go! A great and inexpensive...EASY teacher's present for Halloween.

Must admit...this year I haven't been as into Halloween as usual. Just have so much going on and the poor girls came down with pink eye and have been out of school most of the week. Mally since last Wednesday! Whew!

Wanted to make these precious moon pie owls, but ran out of time...they're in Southern Living magazine.So I opted for an easy, but cute Halloween present for their teachers. I found these darling premixes for cupcakes, cookies, and even brownies and just added a little personally touch to them. Thought they turned out cute! Wanted to share in case someone is last minute looking for an easy gift.

Happy Halloween!!!

Julee

My Little Sleeping Beauty

2009-10-20T19:55:00.005-05:00

Mally at a princess party as Sleeping Beauty.
My Sleeping Beauty!

Mally has had an new obsession...her name is, Sleeping Beauty. Everything she wants has to do with Sleeping Beauty...it's really so sweet. One day when she crashed I had to snag a picture of MY lil sleeping beauty...isn't she a beauty though.

Aren't they just so lovable when they're resting?? Well, at least for a moment.... then they wet the couch, step on a Lego while running to the bathroom, and fall into the toilet!

Well, that precious moment was nice while it lasted.

LOL, gotta love them!

Julee/Mommy

Spirit Day at PKWY!

2009-10-15T16:36:00.007-05:00

Oh Aubie...you're the best!
Cheese and War Eagle!!!

Mally tackling Aubie for a kiss.

We had a great little Spirit day at Parkway with cheerleaders, Tiger Paws, and most importantly...Aubie!!!!

Thanks for the memories Parkway and Aubie...yal are the best!

Lil nose in da corner

2009-10-08T17:46:00.003-05:00

The family was eating dinner last night at Block and Barrel just enjoying ourselves when Claire started pitching an absolute fit over something. We were about the only ones in the restaurant so Joe...just kidding.... told Claire to go stand in the corner. It was so funny at the time cause she hopped right up and proceeded to place her nose there. Guess, she's been told to do it before! We couldn't help but laugh at her....she was so serious. I had to get a picture so I took one with the iPhone real quick.

Good times I tell ya!

Julee

Mally FINALLY starts school!

2009-09-12T19:23:00.005-05:00

Bless her little heart...Mally has been waiting to start school for a good month. I am happy to say she finally started this past Friday. She loves her teachers at Indian Pines and has already made some new little friends. Kimbell went to IP for Kindergarten and I was so very impressed with their curriculum and how much fun they had while learning. Mommy is proud of you Mally Mo...have a great year!

Let There Be Lights!

2009-09-06T12:54:00.007-05:00

Claire's big girl bed!
Mally's big girl bed!

Both their BIG GIRL BEDS!!!

I'm so happy to announce that I FINALLY have both my girls sleeping UPSTAIRS in their BIG GIRL beds!!! Yippee! They absolutely LOVE their new beds and love sleeping upstairs together in their new big girl room. I bought some butterfly lights that we turn on at bedtime. They get so excited about them...it's so cute!
Mommy loves it too because she can get some good rest without two little blonds pushing her off her side of the bed.(: All is right with the world today. Oh, excuse the picture quality...my camera is STILL on the outs. I took these with my iPhone.

Happy Sunday!
Julee

So very proud!

2009-08-27T19:08:00.003-05:00

I wanted to do a brief post about how very proud I am of Kimbell. I have always spoken about how easygoing a child he is, but I just wanted to brag a tad bit more...hope ya don't mind.

Today at school they had there Boosterthon Fun Run. Shame on me for not taking pictures...my camera is messed up, but I did make him a sign...thanks, Holly, for the poster board. Anyway, he ran his little tail off and had a smile on his face the entire time! It just cracked me up! I just thought to myself what an easy, fun, happy child he is.

I had two parents approach me...who I didn't even know.... and talk about how their child adores him. It was so very complimentary and sweet! I also learned he got picked out of his class for Student Council and he got a letter inviting him to join the enrichment program at school! I tell ya....I'm one THRILLED momma right now!

Thanks, Kimbell, for being SO darn easy all the time. I am so lucky to have you! Thanks for putting up with us!

I love you tons!

Mom

Have you seen it?!

2009-08-24T13:50:00.003-05:00

I'm dying to see this movie, The Time Travelers Wife! I've heard the book is excellent! I'm going this Friday and can't wait! I absolutely love Rachel McAdams and have heard she does an excellent job portraying the lonely lovesick wife. So...who's seen it? I only want positive reviews so be sweet.(:

Julee

Enthusiasm

2009-08-13T07:45:00.008-05:00

I read this on my friend, Tiffany's blog, and fell in love with it. She was nice enough to let me copy it...thanks Tiffany! Hope it touches you in some way like it did me.

Find your enthusiasm

What is it that excites you, and gets you fired up in a positive way, and makes it impossible for you to sit still?
Whatever it is, fill your awareness with it.
Bright, sparkling, delicious enthusiasm will get you going in a powerful, purposeful direction. Enthusiasm will keep you going strong even when nothing seems to be going your way.
There's something, some goal, some dream, some intrinsic purpose that will put you in a state of irrepressible enthusiasm. Get busy, find it and connect with it because when you do your effectiveness will skyrocket.
Let yourself dream your biggest, most wonderful and fulfilling dreams. Then reach in, grab the very essence of those dreams and you'll have a handful of priceless enthusiasm.
The best that you can imagine is already within you. So bring it to the surface and let it positively infect your whole world.
Find your own unique, joyful and powerful enthusiasm. And let it carry you to magnificent places

Isn't it so true?! Enthusiasm keeps me going everyday....how about you?

I did it! I did it!

2009-08-11T07:26:00.005-05:00

I made my first quiche EVER! Sounds simple right? Well, it is.... BUT THIS IS A HUGE stepping stone for me because I'm really not a good cook or should I say....what I cook isn't good!(: The quiche was delicious though! The fam ate it up! I didn't even have to force them to like usual.

It was a ham, spinach, and cheese quiche from Cooking Light. Lots of protein and little fat. Super yumo and good for you. I'm really so proud of myself...... this has opened a door for me....maybe I'll be the next Julia Child??? Well, I know that's a little much, but I can dream, right??

I'm really working on eating healthy and Cooking Light has some great recipes. Check it out at www.cookinglight.com

Let's Celebrate the Chicken Salad Chick!!

2009-08-02T17:44:00.025-05:00

Me and my gym buddy, Kimberly.
The men just hanging out listening to Tim Tyler.

Brian, Christy, and I... just a dancin!

Don't ask....and I promise I never even had a drink!
Hey Elizabeth...remember the comment you made while we were getting this picture taken?? Too funny!
Tiffany and Tamera

Jazzy Julie's husband...can't remember his name...but he was a hoot!

Buffalo Barclay...my personal fav. We missed you Barclay and Jack.

Heather, Holly, and myself being goobers as usual.

Nice turnout!

Tim Tyler rocked the house!!!

Tiffany and me

Kevin and Stacy...congrats to you guys for much success!

Tiffany's chick award! Woohoo!

Sweet Gail and Mr. John.

Amy, Brian, and Christy...my sweet cous.

You go girls!

What an awesome party Stacy and Kevin had at their beautiful house last night. It was all in respects to their Chicken Salad Chick employees, friends, customers, and neighbors. Tim Tyler performed and did a marvelous job as always..he is really amazing! We danced, ate CSC, drank , and visited with friends for hours....until the police showed. Just kidding. Well, they really did show, but just asked us to calm it down a tad. They were just jealous cause they weren't invited! Anyway, thank you to Stacy and Kevin. We had a great time and are so very proud of your awesome success! Keep up the hard work, guys..it's definitely paying off!

Congrats Again!!!

Julee

Happy Happy Birthday Molly and Amanda!!!

2009-07-28T19:31:00.018-05:00

Happy birthday, silly girls!

What's a birthday without a lil cake?? Not showing the picture where you actually fed me, Amanda. Decided to leave THAT one out!(:

Weatherly, me, and Molly....cheese!

Rona and Amy.... my early arriving buddies.
Molly and I thought we were stood up for a little while.... Whew!

Heather(Mee Maw), Amanda (Mee Maw Jr.), and Baby Holly

Me and my sis...that's what everyone keeps saying.

I'll claim her!(:

Actually, I think we're the only blonds.

The Happy Birthday song sung by THE CSC, Stacy!!!

You go Elizabeth!(:

We had a great time the other night going out to eat for Amanda and Molly's birthdays. We always have fun when we go eat...especially when Stacy comes to sing the Birthday Song we all know and love. What a fun group of girls! I'm so very lucky to have them.(:

Happy Birthday...hope all your b'day wishes come true!

Julee

A Wedding with the Velcro Pygmies???

2009-07-26T10:33:00.013-05:00

Molly, me, and Amy
The Grooms Cake!

Photo opt with the Velcro Pygmies!!! Woohoo!

Cameron the lead singer.

Woohoo! Play it, Angel!

The grandmother of the bride sang...Summer of 69! Hilarious!

Serenading the bride.

The view I saw when looking back from the front row of the stage.

Yes...you read the title right. We attended a wedding reception last night that had the band, Velcro Pygmies singing those famous Poison, Prince, Bryan Adams, and Journey songs. They were hilarious and very personable with the audience cracking us up the whole time! All in all, it was a blast.... to say the least! The reception was beautiful and the bride and groom( Amanda and Logan) were too cute and SO in love.

We got our picture taken with the VP...after I dragged Molly and Amy over there...they were SO embarrassed! We also stood in front the whole time dancing and singing like fools!

The wedding was the daughter of one of the cardiologist Joe works with, Dr. Davis. Thank you for the invite, Dr. Davis...it was beautiful and we had a ball.

If you want to check out the Velcro Pygmies site go to http://www.velcropygmies.com/

Our Rosy Posy

2009-07-17T13:13:00.005-05:00

Mally with Rosy....such a little lady.
Where's Rosy?

Well, so far so good...I think we have a winner here! Rosy has been a complete joy and wonderful new addition to our household. She sleeps in her crate like a big girl all night and rarely has accidents inside. She has a calm and sweet disposition and is great with the girls. We are lucky to have her and look forward to many many more years with her around!

We love you Rosy Posy!

Victory...yeah right...Land!

2009-07-12T09:56:00.011-05:00

Molly, me, and Rona

Hey girls...let's dis this place and head to Bonefish Grill!
Let me pick my dog first...how about Pole Star??

Sounds interesting.

Okay....here comes the wishbone!!

Okay, that's pretty much how our trip to Victory Land went. We( the girls) were there a total of 5 minutes when we all looked up from our table and had the same thought...let's head to Bonefish Grill!! So we totally left the guys there...to eat and bet and we went to Bonefish Grill for some yummy drinks and food.

We picked them up 2 hours later. Joe was fast asleep at the table...it was WAY past his bedtime! Just kidding. LOL Needless to say I was glad to head home and wash the smoke away in some bath suds.
Oh, and Pole Star didn't win.):

Would you like to be...

2009-07-10T07:13:00.008-05:00

... here? Or maybe....

...here? Or even...
... here?? I would!

I think I could even be completely happy being at any of these tropical paradises by myself! Yep! Totally alone. Well, maybe not totally alone. I enjoy people watching and listening to music too much to be totally alone, but you know what I mean. Just the thought sounds like music to my ears. I think I am somewhat of a loner at heart.(:
I guess, having three precious kids, a husband, sweet neighborhood children, and a new puppy around a lot makes you dream of laying on a tropical beach with your toes in the water. Booty in the sand...not a worry in the world with a fruity drink in your hand. LOL Want to come join me?? Too bad!

Life is good! Correction...great! Dream hard, right?!

Happy Birthday, America!

2009-07-04T21:43:00.022-05:00

Water slide fun!
Me and Kimbell

Lynn and Jason...our neighbors.

Cheese....

The official baby pool.

Jason and Kimbell...best buddies.

David and Rona

Kimbell and Mally

Sweet brothers...Jim and David.

We had a happy, happy 4th of July minus the fireworks..... my kids are scared of them.): We had some friends and neighbors over for some last minute fun and food...actually too much food! I ate and ate! Ugh! The kids had fun on the water slide and baby pool. And, of course everyone enjoyed Joe's famous chicken wings!

Happy 4th everyone!

The Stroller Diaries

2009-07-01T19:22:00.007-05:00

Recently, I've started strolling the girls some in the afternoons. Mostly, because we're all bored and partly to build my stamina some with my running. So, here has begun , The Stroller Diaries.

Just kidding...I'm not boring you with my stroller stories, but I did have to stop and take a couple photos when I saw their little toes sticking out for some fresh air!

So funny I tell you to look down while battling a huge hill and see those cute feet. I had to stop I was laughing so hard!
I'm really loving my workouts...you know they just started to shed some lbs., but I've grown to LOVE the hard work it entitles. It's really so liberating when done and MAN am I sleeping well!

Happy Strolling!

Julee

We Welcome With Love.....

2009-06-29T07:48:00.018-05:00

Introducing...

.... Charlotte Rose
Who LOVES to sleep!

LOVES her tummy rubbed!

LOVES her sisters...see her smiling!

And LOVES her new mommy, too!

Rosy is our new addition. She's a Golden Retriever/Miniature Poodle mix! A Golden doodle! We got her from Birmingham yesterday from a breeder, http://www.angelviewgoldendoodles.com/ She's a wonderful addition for our family because she doesn't shed, she'll only get up to 30lbs., and she's hypoallergenic. What more could you want from a pup?!
She's Kimbell's 9th birthday present and he has been absolutely wonderful with her! He has taken full responsibility...at least for the day. We're so excited to have her in our lives! Isn't she a sweetie!
Welcome to our family, Rosy.
We are so excited to have you!

How Lovely To Be A Woman

2009-06-26T17:40:00.015-05:00

The Shoes....
The jewelry....

Cute flower belts and sashes

The clutch
The bikini.....
... with a little flower on it!

Ahhh, the dresses!

Headbands...too cute!

Isn't it lovely to be a woman?! I LOVE girlie things like dresses, jewelry, purses, belts and headbands with flowers on them. Oh, and the shoes!!! Love girlie shoes! It's really so much fun to be a woman. Who wants to be a stinky man, anyway...how boring! Sorry, you know we love you.(:

I could go on and on...how about getting our nails and hair done.... isn't it fun to be pampered? Facials and spa visits are spectacular to me...I think I've died and gone to heaven!

I posted some of my favorite things from J.Crew. I have spent WAY too much money this summer buying their bathing suits...which I also LOVE! Go online to check them out, http://www.jcrew.com/ ...too cute!

Thought I'd share my favorites with you!

Enjoy Ladies!

Happy Birthday, Holly!

2009-06-25T07:15:00.017-05:00

Happy Birthday, Holly!!!

Amy, me, and Amanda

Stacy and Elizabeth

Rebecca, Lauren, and Julie

Melissa and the birthday girl...Holly

Jodi and Elizabeth

Amy and me...okay, it's a little close I know.

Smile Ladies!

Last night, a bunch of us went to eat dinner at Amsterdam for my friend, Holly's birthday. Her actual birthday was Monday, but all we needed was a nice reason to get together for her. We had a great time having a little break from all of summers craziness! You know what I mean...the pool, the kids, the heat, the running around to camps, and last but not least....the "I'm Bored" statements. You mommies know what I mean. Ugh! Is it time to start school, yet?? Okay, back to the main subject...what was it, oh yeah,

...Holly, I hope you had a really good time and a wonderful birthday! You deserve it, girl!

We love you, tons!
Julee and Company

BTW- Barclay was there too, but had to leave earlier. Sorry, the camera missed you. I know secretly you're glad though.(:

Loving Life at the Lightfoots!

2009-06-21T13:49:00.040-05:00

Kam and me

Sarah Kate and Claire

Dale and Lynn with friends.

The "Big Mama" water slide.

Some of the gals.

Such well behaved children
...right?

Wrong! Such crazy children!(:

Sweet Jason

Lots-o-kids all piled up on Mr. Dale's hot tub!

The Dino jumpy thingy.

Kaitlyn and Morgan , good friends.

Mally and Sarah Kate...precious!

Back of the slide....there we go.

Front of the slide....here we come!

Games anyone??

Says it all don't u think?

Wilson and Claire Bear

Hanging out enjoying some tuneage.

Shane singing and playing the guitar.

Claire having a late night snack.
A little cake and cookies never hurt anyone at 9 o'clock. Yum!

Mally and SK enjoying the music,too.

Our neighbors, The Lightfoots, had a Thank You/Welcome Home party next door yesterday. We all had a ball! Really, what's better than friends, food, guitar playing/singing, and water slides?? I don't think my kids have played that hard and had that much fun in a very long time. They started playing around 4...Kimbell at 12... and didn't go in until 9. I had to drag them in, too. They were in heaven!

Dale and Lynn really out did themselves with tons of food and fun! The big kids had a huge water slide to play on and they got a dinosaur jumpy thing for the little ones. The adults were serenaded with some great music to close out the night. We even survived Dale's singing! JK(:

LF's-We're so glad you're here with us in Auburn even if for a short while. You brought us memories we will never forget.

Thank you for everything,

Julee and fam

Happy Father's Day, Dad!

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Mally and Claire with dad at the lake yesterday.

Our dad

Thanks, dad, for always being there for us and being such a wonderful grandfather to our children. They love and respect you so very much...just as we always have. We miss you and hope to see you again very soon.
You're the best! We love you.

Happy Father's Day!

BTW- Can you believe my dad's 67! Looks great doesn't he! I pray for those good genes.

Shhhhh....Rod's Surprise 40th Birthday Party!

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Joe, Rod, and Bo

Monique and Dr. Mitchell

Molly, Amanda, me, and Holly

Molly and me. You did a great job, girl, Congrats!!

Chatting away...

Me, Amanda, and Holly....cheese!

More chatting.

Surprise!!!!!

Happy Birthday to you.... cha cha cha!

The Big 4-0!!!
Yummy cake ! I ended up eating mine, finishing Walts, and Jonathans...lil piggy I tell ya! It was divine!

Molly and Rod ....so sweet.(:

Rona and David

Alan and Amy

Rod's 40th surprise party was a huge hit! He had no idea that his friends and family had all gotten together to surprise him at Zazus...... Molly really pulled this one off! Everyone had a ball listening to some good music, dancing, drinking, and eating his yummy 40th birthday cake(See the above caption?)

Happy 40th Rod!

You know we love ya!

Our Little Fishy

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Mally

Katie, Mr. Luke, and Mally

Don't hold your nose...silly!(:

I'm doing it!

I can float, too!

I wanna swim...

Hey Mom!

The Big Jump!

My little fishy.

Mally just finished her two week swimming lesson program with Mr. Luke at Moores Mill pool. She did an excellent job and learned a lot. She is actually swimming on and off now! Her and her little friend, Katie were so cute. Their favorite part was splashing Mr. Luke and getting him all wet.....oh, and the candy they got when they finished. Yum!

I'm so proud of her....

She's my little fishy!