Wordless Wednesday: Diaper and Socks :)

Happy Tuesday!

 Little Man really missed his Daddy this past weekend.  We were driving Daddy's truck, and every time I put him in his car seat, he excitedly screamed, "Dada!!"  And then when I went through the CD's in the disc player, when it got to James Taylor, he started screaming, "Dada!!" again.  Definitely made me smile.  This is the pic Dada took of Little Man before he left.

When we were in Charlotte, I got to meet up with one of my best friend's and her family for lunch.  Little Man really loved her dad!! It was so sweet!  My friend just got engaged and was going wedding dress shopping right after lunch!  I am so excited for her.  Her fiance is awesome, and he is also one lucky guy!  They are getting married on Bald Head Island next year!  

Little Man also got to hang out with his cousins.  I wish I had gotten a picture of all three of them together!

 Little Man and E playing the piano!

 W trying to draw with the Etch-a-Sketch!

This toy has been a big hit with the little ones.  It's two dogs that sing "I Got You Babe."

 Little Man loves to laugh at the dogs while they sing.

And cuddle with them.

Even lay down on them.  

 He also loves to climb in Jack's (the rat terrier's) cage.

E decided she would help him.

 I think she wanted to lock him in there so he wouldn't pull her hair.

"Help me Mama! I'm ready to get out!"

And on Sunday, we went to church.  Little Man is wearing a new outfit!

This is at brunch after church.  I got him a new seat that we can take anywhere! I love it!

Little Man and Aunt Coco!

Grandaddy decided to give Little Man a new do!

With GiGi

He sees Aunt Coco!

Trying to get him to walk.

He was actually having fun!

I know this is a picture overload...and there's more to come tomorrow on Wordless Wednesday!

Hope y'all have a happy Tuesday!

  

Monday Message: Challenged by Faith!

Yesterday, I went to the church I grew up in with my family and Little Man.  I love going back to see all of the people who were so important in my life growing up!  Everyone was excited to see Little Man, but the weird part for me was when I had to take him to the nursery.  The past times I have been back, I just brought him into the service with me, but I didn't think he would sit so quietly yesterday.  My parents went in and got us seats while I went to the nursery.  Little did I know, our church has changed so much!  Instead of the room where I thought Little Man would go, there was a brand new building for the children. I was able to quickly find his room, but got pretty emotional on my way back to the sanctuary just thinking how fast time goes by and how quickly things change!

(Photo Credit)

Anyway, the preacher yesterday really brought up a good point that I think everyone should think about!  The question he asked us is, "Does your faith bring about reactions from others?"  In other words, if we just live our lives day to day and no one ever questions us about the way we act or what we do, are we truly living the life Christ has taught us to live?  But if we stand out and are different because of our values and the way we treat people, we will attract others to Christ!  For me, this says that the Christian lifestyle presents an alternative to the world.  It is a way of life that meets the exact needs of the world.  A world where peace, love, and reconciliation reign, rather than greed, coercion, and domination of both people and the environment.

Have a blessed week!

5 Question Friday!

Little Man and I are spending some time housesitting for a family we know out of town.  There house is amazing, so it's almost like a little vacation...and we get to visit family and friends while we're here!  Just wish the mister was with us, but we can't have everything we want! :)

I'm joining 5QF today.  I haven't answered or linked up in awhile, but if you would like to join, link up here!

1. What is the most physically painful thing that has ever happened to you?

This question is a little too easy for me.  On the morning of September 19, 2009, after being in labor with the help of pitocin and an epidural for over 12 hours, the nurses started telling me to push!  Yeah, my epidural ran out and I somehow pushed out a 9 pound, 8 ounce beautiful, massive, little boy!  I'm sure the entire hospital heard my screams of excruciating pain...but, what can I say?  It hurt!

At least the pain gave me the best thing I have ever experienced in life!!

(This is from W's real birthday! Look at his massive hands!)

2. How much sleep do you get at night?

I try my hardest and am usually successful at getting a good 8 hours!

3. How long did you believe in Santa Claus? How did you find out that he does not exist?

What?? He's not real?!

I feel like ever since my "common sense" set in, I knew Santa wasn't real.  I didn't come out and say it or tell anyone, but I just knew that something like that wasn't possible.  It was probably around first grade.

When I was in 3rd or 4th grade, I was out shopping with my mom and we had been to a bookstore.  She had to run into another store real quick and left me in the car. (I know, what was she thinking?!) Being a bibliophile since birth, I opened the bag from the bookstore and pulled out a book.  It was called, "The Truth About Santa Claus."  I started reading, and my mom returned to the car.  She looked at me, almost took the book away, and then said, "Do you know?!"  I remember looking at her like, "Mama, I'm not stupid!"  

4. What was the last movie you saw in a theater?

Wow, I really have to think on that one.

I think it was Shrek 4 in 3D.  I love the Shrek movies, and my mister and I went to see Shrek 2 on our first "real" date, so I had to see the 3D one in the theater.  I was a little disappointed, but we usually rent from the redbox or dollar vending machines instead of spending money at the movie theater!

5. What do you wear to bed?

It depends on my mood.  

Either long pajama bottoms and a t-shirt, or a cotton, sleeveless, short nightgown.

Hope y'all have a wonderful weekend!

Thankful Thursday: Unseasonably Warm Weather!

This week, we are having temps that are about ten degrees above the norm here and I love it!  I get to go on comfortable walks with Little Man and enjoy the sunshine.  It was 75 degrees here today!  I am very thankful for the extra time we get to spend outside!

I didn't take any pics of today's walk...but these are from when Little Man was almost 6 months old!

I'm so glad that his hair grew back in nice, thick, and blonde!

I am also thankful for wonderful friends, including you!  I really appreciate you taking the time to visit my blog, and I love reading your comments. They make my day!

Hope you have a wonderful "Thankful Thursday!" What are you thankful for today?

Wordless Wednesday: Nivens Apple Farm