Kiley's Award

We missed the award ceremony at Kiley's school last night, one because no one informed me she was nominated and two we would of missed it anyways because her and Emma Grace had dance rehearsal at the same time. So today when she got home she ran in to show me she was awarded "Outstanding Citizenship". She told me her teacher said she could only pick one student for this award and it was her. We are so proud of Kiley. She is such a sweet and caring girl.

I hate to brag, but gosh, I am just so proud to call her mine. A couple of weeks ago they had muffins for moms, there was a little girl in her class, she was very upset because her mom didn't show up. When I arrived Kiley had her arm around her and was telling her she could sit with us. It made me so proud. This same little girl has braces on her legs and Kiley always talks about her and how she has helped or comforted her throughout the school year. I feel like Jesus is really in Kiley's heart. Me and Ryan have always taught Kiley to treat others the way Jesus would and it has become apparent that our words have stuck. We are oh so proud of our girl and thank God for blessing us with her, she is amazing!

Isle of Palms

Daddy and Lathan relaxing in the hammock

Lathan was not to sure of the sand

Checking out the sand

Do you see the dolphin?

Strike a pose

Say Chesse

Climbing the rocks

My Little Man

What a great week away! The weather was crazy. On Saturday and Sunday we enjoyed the beach and pool. There were a couple of rain showers here and there but it was still very nice.On Monday and Tuesday it was so cold we had to go out and buy winter coats (which at least were on sale). Charleston, hit a record low for the Month of May, it was in the fifties. Since we couldn't do the beach on those days, we went to the Charleston Aquarium (pictures to come) and shopping. On Wednesday we enjoyed the beach. We spent most of the day building sandcastles and jumping in the waves. Thursday we head to Sullivan's Island, were we spotted tons of dolphins and found beautiful seashells. And Friday we headed home to enjoy the long weekend and get things back in order. Now that I have things unpacked and laundry done, I need to start packing for our next trip the St. Simon's Island in Georgia. We leave in less than a week and a half. I can't wait, never been to the Georgia coast!

Mother's Day

I had such a wonderful Mother's Day. This was my first Mother's Day, as a mommy of 3! Ryan let me sleep in, which was so nice. I was then served waffles and eggs and received a wonderful card, a dozen roses, and drum roll please......RAINBOW FLIP FLOPS!!! I have wanted a pair for years, but couldn't swallow the idea of paying $50+ for flip flops. I had mentioned to Ryan that I wanted some and I though for sure he was gonna buy me "rainbow colored" flip flops, not the real thing, but he surprised me and I will be wearing them for years and years and years. He informed me they should last for something like, 50 years, wow, they might out live me! Okay, so back to my day, we then headed to church. They had a great service, the masses' intentions were for the living and deceased mothers. During the service, I realised how lucky I am to have my mom and children. This day is so special to me, but I know it must be so very painful for so many out there, that long to be a mommy or have lost their child or mother. I can't imagine the pain. After church we headed home. I cleaned the house and got ready for my mom, Doug, Kell and Zac to come over and eat yummy enchiladas. It was the perfect ending to a perfect day.

I thank GOD for all he has blessed me and my family with. My children have made me such a better person. And my mother is so wonderful to me. She is more than I could ever ask for in a mom. Hope all you mommies had a great day!

Spring Days

Little Man

Please ignore the trashcans in the background:)


Kiley riding her bike, I just noticed she forget her helmet, opps!

Spring is such a great time of year, not to cold not to hot.....the only thing I complain of, is the rain. Trying to remember, we need it to keep the flowers growing, but lately when it rains, it pours! Last week was great. We enjoyed lots of outdoor time. We have been going out in the afternoons, me and Lath hang out under the tree (with lots of bugs, huh Holly?) in the shade and the girls play on the sidewalk. Emma Grace no longer needs training wheels so now on the weekends Ryan takes all the kids on bike ride. He runs in the jogging stroller with Lath and Emma Grace and Kiley take their bikes. They have gotten it up to a mile and half without training wheels on either of the girls bikes and without Ryan stopping to catch his breath:)