Happy 10th Birthday Madison!

Our sweet, joyful, wild Madison is turning 10! For whatever reason, maybe because she's the youngest of our three daughters, this one seems a little harder to accept...she's growing up! It's seems as if the time goes by faster the older our children get. I'm learning to not take the time for granted anymore, but "try" to consider each day as another opportunity for all of us to keep growing and walking this road together. I guess I'm growing up right along with my kids!

Madison-we love you so much! We love your fun spirit, your smile, and how you always have a song in your heart! Being in the middle of five children is sometimes not easy, but the Lord has made you strong and confident. His order is perfect and we couldn't imagine life without you. May your big heart continue to grow in faith and love for our Savior all the days of your life.

I'm looking forward to our "special time" together.

The One that got away...and one that wasn't so lucky!

While in New York, we spent much of our time on one of the Finger Lakes. Brian got in lots of fishing...one of his favorite things to do. He won the "unspoken" competition of catching the biggest fish; a small-mouth bass. But, the bigger story, was the fish he almost caught! One night fishing out on the dock all by himself..you know the story...just a man, his pole, and a BIG fish! He'll never forget "The one that got away". But, at least he has a good story to tell for years to come.

Lake, Fun & Family

What a great time we all had in New York. Both of our extended families live there, so we were able to spend special time with both families. The Lord was so kind to give us such wonderful memories to share. We love and appreicate our extended families and always find it so difficult to say Goodbye.

There's No Place Like Home!

When we arrived in New York, we took the "backroads" into our hometown. What beautiful country New York has...rolling hills as far as the eye can see. It's good to be home!

Walking on Water?

I took this picture of Josh, our nephew/cousin jumping off our boat. Isn't it cool how I caught him right before his toes hit the water?!

Texas Fun!

We were able to get a quick visit with our Texas family; my sister and her family. On their way up to North Carolina to celebrate Ray's (brother-in-law) parents 50th wedding anniversary, we were able to spend Thursday night, all day Friday and Sat. am together. What fun it was to see them! We so enjoy their company. What a blessing for our family to be able to see ALL of our extened family within one week. (We are on our way to NY this week). That hardly ever happens and we do not take it for granted.

Road Runners!

Brian and Chris (my brother) both fulfilled a personal goal this morning. They ran the Peachtree 10k Roadrace. Do you know it is the largest 10k race in the world?! 55,000 runners...unbelievable. They both felt good throughout the race and beat their personal times they had set for themselves. I'm so proud of both of them! Maybe next year I'll.....NAH!

Happy 4th of July everyone! May we all rejoice in the fact that we live in America-the home of the free!