Happy Birthday, Mama

Happy Birthday to the best mother ever. I know that you became a mother long before Angie or I were ever born and that God blessed you with the heart of a mother. I am so thankful he gave you to be my mother. Without you my life would be a huge mess. You know it's true! Without your guidance, I would still be floundering. I love you with all my heart. Hope you have a beautiful day today and I'm looking forward to giving you a big birthday hug on Saturday.

 
Happy Birthday, Mama! I love you!


And I want to wish a very
HAPPY BIRTHDAY
to Janet Burke
& Shawn Wilson

Maddie & Jackie

On Saturday, we celebrated Shawn's birthday a little early and got to enjoy the company of Gina, Jackie and Maddie. They are all so photogenic and of course, I had to get out the camera. The girls and I took a little walk to give their Mama a break and we had the chance to take some surprise pictures for her and grandma. Jackie assured me we needed to take Annie and Timber (the dogs) with us because they would "sniff out the bad things and protect us." She also let me know it was okay to go on a walk with me because "you're not a stranger, you're family." This trip was Gina's first to the airport with the kids and without husband, John. She gave the girls some really good advise that they were kind enough to share with me: if a stranger is trying to be nice to you, he might give you candy but he might be tricking you and if he gets mean you should poke him in the eyes and run!" I think it was great advice and just adorable how she paid so close attention to her mother's words. Below are pictures from our evening together.

Jackie

Maddie & Jackie

Maddie & Jackie

Maddie & Jackie

Maddie

Maddie & Jackie taking my picture with their pretend cameras

Gina, Maddie & Justin

Birthday Boy Shawn

Maddie

Close your eyes and count to three, "Boo"

Maddie & Jackie

Maddie & Jackie

Maddie trying to pop her teeth out like Grandpa

Let's play in the leaves

Maddie & Jackie

Maddie reminds me of Baby Amy - they share that sneaky look!

JUMP!

Jackie

I was struck by the beauty of all the colors in this bush

Jackie

Maddie

Welcome back, Ashley, you've been missed!

Ashley & Tiffany

Maddie enjoyed the Oreo Ice Cream Cake

Ummm, Reese Cups!

They Did the Mash, The Monster Mash!

They were actually dancing to "Nowhere to Run Baby, Nowhere to Hide,"
the title of the song in the card they gave Frank for his birthday!

Matter Bee!

Opa, will you make some more pumpkin soup?

Dancing Queen Bee & Bumble Bee

Hey, who ate all the M&M's?

There's that Lady that Always Gives Me Chocolate!

Trick or Treat, Smell My Feet, Gimme Something Good to Eat

Power Ranger Luke

Princess Samm

Power Ranger Zack

Love the sucker in Amanda's Mouth!

WCU Punkins

Painted by Amy

Painted by Amanda

My Beautiful Azalea still abloom in October!

Enjoy the Fall Colors on My Way to Work

I'm not sure who decided planting trees all over the Kimberly Clark property was a good idea, but I hope they are around to enjoy the beauty of their decision. I pass these every day on my way to work and look forward to the changing colors every October.

Helen's Birthday Party

See the Photos from Helen's Birthday Party tonight by clicking THIS!

Frank's Surprise Cookies & Milk Birthday Party

Frank had to work on his birthday and didn't think there would be a celebration. He must have forgotten how well I can throw things together at the last minute. We were so happy to have neighbors, Becky and Fred join us for the evening. My thanks to Art & Helen, Shawn & Tiffany, Joanna & Harmony, and Nick for making it to the celebration!

Happy Birthday, Frank

Today, Frank celebrates 45 years!