Santa's Village

While visiting Grammie and Grandpa's house, we decided to get the entire family over to Santa's Village. Dorothy, a great family friend, is in charge of the event - and we just knew that the girls would love it. Here is a photo of the entire motley crew!


While there, we wrote and sent a letter to Santa. She asked for Dora stuff and movies. She also promised to leave eggnog and cookies for Santa. That should ensure a happy Santa!

It Happened...

Because we happened to be at the farm, because it happened to be Thanksgiving and it happened to be Phillip's birthday...
(and because you might be tired of looking at that sweet face on my sweet girl!)

My sister-in-law, Kim, thought it might be fun to play around with some photos while we were at the farm. She is always great. Here are the some of the other results.


Phillip, the birthday boy, looks like he is always up to something!

Anderson is such a poser! I had more fun playing with him and the camera!

My Favorite Cake Yet!

That is because it has PERFECT dots on the side. This sweet little one did them all by herself.
I couldn't be more proud!

Friendship Soup

Each child at school brought some vegetables and broth yesterday to chop (in class) and make soup. Then, today, families all went to see these cuties...AND, enjoy some delicious soup!

The kids also made Indian or Pilgrim hats to wear. Just because Ryleigh is wearing an 'opposing team' hat - do not be alarmed. She isn't being choked within an inch of her life!
(it just looks that way!)

"Mommy, Would You Be So Kind...

as to let a friend come over to play today?"

These are the exact words I hear from the back seat on the way to Montessori this morning! After I wiped the snicker off my face, what do you think I said?

Of course! She is only 3, and already workin' me over.

Couch Cuties

These sweet girls came over to play today - they were so sweet together.
They couldn't be cuter!

Play Date!

The photo isn't great - but, the fun always is! Each Friday is a treat for my girl (and lots of others)! Now that is it cold, we are often going to what she refers to as the 'Bouncy Place'. Certainly ensures that the nap will come quickly and last for a while!

She's Got Skills!

Our Favorite Team May Not Be Worth A Toot...
Good Thing Our Cee is So Darn Cute!

We Hope You Liked Her Little Wiggle...
And, It Made You Really Giggle!

More Happiness!

SO, after we made plans for the first surprise party - we found out about another!

Happy Birthday to Diane and Jim!

Happy 40th Lindsey!

Welcome to the club!
We had a great time at your 'surprise' party!

It's All About Aubie!

After the ceremony this morning, we went to the game. We had tickets, but our friends Bob and Becca let us use their faculty tickets to sit really close.

All Campbell wanted to see was Aubie. We were on the wall, on the 40 yard line - so, that wasn't a problem! She even got to shake his hand. Although, she didn't get a hug (maybe next time?)

In addition to that Aubie fun, we got to, briefly, see one of my oldest friends - Sylvia (and family). Here is a shot of our cute girls. WAR EAGLE!

Alabama Press Association

Saturdays are always our most 'fun-filled' day. This one was no different.

We started off the day at Auburn University for the induction of Coleman's late uncle into the Alabama Press Association's Hall of Fame. Here we three are with Coleman's parents, two aunts, cousin and a family friend.


It was a lovely start to a full day!

PLEASE Don't Put Me in That Briar Patch

She is finally old enough that she was very interested in Brer Rabbit
(he is, of course, EVERYWHERE in Eatonton).

HOPE

Whatever your political views, yesterday was a historic day for this country of ours. I wonder how I will explain that significance to our little girl child?

Forget it, she won't get it. Just like Coleman and I didn't get how big a deal the civil rights and space movements of the '60s were. How could we? By the time we were old enough to understand - they were well on their way. By the time she is old enough to get it, I hope she looks at me like I'm crazy when I say that there was a time before we had a minority President (maybe we will have a female president before she can vote!). Just like I couldn't imagine that there was a time before women could vote!

Again, regardless of you views, we need LOTS of HOPE in this country. 2 wars, crazy economy, etc., etc. - we can all hope that things get better (and do everything we can to help that happen!).

Congratulations!

We went to put in a little help for my brother's campaign.

HE WON!

He remains State Court Judge of Putnam County. We are so proud of him!
Congratulations Trent!