Here are the boys studying why this sand is so white and clean that it squeaks. Beautiful secluded beach on the Gulf Shores National Shoreline.

I just loved this when I read it. I am so grateful for both!

Only two defining forces have ever offered to die for you;


Jesus Christ and the American Soldier.

One died for your soul; the other for your freedom.

Role call for Happy Grandparents..... HERE

Jacob and Lindsay are expecting! Journey will be a wonderful big sister. You should see how she loves on her stuffed Curious George and makes sure he gets a front seat in front of the tv to watch tv with her. We are very, very happy!

No More Little Caesar's for us!

We had a shift manager at the Little Caesar's in Gaffney, SC committ a lewd hand gesture on our family last night as we were leaving from picking up our order from her store. Shocked by her gesture, Barry called her store manager and reported the incident. We have decided that there are other places that, during these poor economic times , might value our business more than Tracy at Little Caesar's does. I will post the entire story as I as typed it to Little Caesar's corporate office sometime tomorrow. I will also update you if we hear anything back from Little Caesar's. Pizza Hut, Pizza Inn, House of Pizza, and any other place except Little Caesar's will be getting our weekly pizza order from this point on.

My new ride!

Lookie at what my honey got me yesterday. We are taking a big family vacation this summer and will now be traveling in luxury. It has everything a mom could ask for. The remote headphones allow the kids to watch their movie while we talk or listen to the radio. The leather seats are so comfie. Jack (grandson) does not like the sunroof. Today he told Barry "Close it Papa. It's gonna suck me out." This was the easiest purchase of a vehicle either of us have made. The dealership treated us famously and we were done so quickly. The boys just wanna ride around and watch movies. Last night when Barry had to go to Wal-Mart, I sat in the van with the boys while they watched a movie. I could not believe that they did not want to go in and shop the electronics dept or the toys. This van will save us thousands!

An oceanfront New Year's Eve!

Boys in the (not heated) outdoor lazy river

Boys in the ocean! View from our balcony New Year's Day
The weather has been beautiful at Myrtle Beach this week. We came down to bring in the New Year oceanfront. The Dunes Village Resort is the best place to stay anytime of the year. I have some photos but did not bring my cord to upload from my camera so you will have to wait til I get home and post the photos. (photos posted 01-02-09) Yes, the boys got in the ocean and the outdoor lazy river that is usually heated but not this time for some reason. We spent most of the time in the waterpark under the Dunes which is fabulous and heated! They have put in some new super body slides that are sooo fun. You gotta go!
My honey and I sipped the Sparkling Apple-Grape Juice that my sweet friend Alicia got us for Christmas (along with a truly beautiful cutting board that she and her honey MADE). I bought 2009 champagne flutes and gave them to Barry for Christmas. He packed them and surprised me with them and the juice earlier tonight. So, it was just the 5 of us bringing in the New Year watching the fireworks on the pier from our balcony. Now the boys have crashed on us.
Last year was a scary one for us with Barry going blind in January. We have enjoyed a lot of extras with him being out of work and able to spend more time with me and the rest of our family too. The Lord has been good to us and we are grateful for the blessings we share. We are excited about the upcoming year and more fun changes in our lives. I love being in love with my husband. Happy New Year! Be safe!

Stocking Swap goodies from Ruth

I got this great package in the mail last week. I was a good girl and gave it to my husband so he could stuff my stocking with all the goodies inside the box. Boy, Ruth really loaded me up with some great stuff. See the one hour photo album, the fragrance diffuser, the penguin slipper socks (who told Ruth that I LOVE penguins) the snowman potholders and the snowflake dishtowel, a 2 year pocket planner and some candy. The stocking swap was arranged by Tara and might become a yearly thing so add her site to your favorites: http://www.thewell-roundedwoman.com/ so you can participate next Christmas.