Home movies!

One of our snow days this week we watched home videos! It was so much fun! I couldn't believe how funny we were back then and we probably still are, just haven't caught it on tape! lol ! We have alot of them and they're long so we didn't get to watch all of them but I am hoping this weekend we are going to watch some more! Traci, Jessica and I laughed our heads off... they were funny, cute, sweet... very entertaining! We want to get everybody together for the next show! I can't wait! :)

Today...Wednesday!

Today, yet another snow day, was a good one! Actually I have loved the past few days. I owe it to Mother Nature! School has been closed in Campbell and Anderson County so everyone has come home alot the past few days. The weather and the fact that Justin and Matthew have a big decision to make that has alot to do with this county... shhh!
I love having the extras! Saturday for supper Brooke and Josh, Justin and Traci, Matt and Jessica were all here and I loved it! Sunday the boys and their gals came to church, then we ate lunch at Zaxby's and chili for supper at home! Tuesday Brooke, Matt and Jessica, Justin and Traci came for supper, we had the firepit fun then they stayed until almost midnight... Brooke spent the night! Brooke and I watched Julie & Julia, sit up until after 2 a.m... whew! Today the boys had a meeting so again I had the girls, the boys and their friend Derek Rang for supper! I love it! I know the snow will melt, we will all go back to work and all will get busy again but I thank God for these last few days- we are so blessed.

Fun, Snowy Tuesday!

Today has been another fun snow day! Brooke, Matt, Jessica, Justin and Traci came for supper and stayed all evening... Brooke, spent the night! I cooked vegetable beef soup with cornbread muffins and a warm butter cake for dessert. When it got dark Jeff built a fire in the firepit and we roasted marshmallows and hot dogs, made s'mores and just enjoyed being together. It was fun- I loved it!

It's a Beautiful Morning

Cove Lake was beautiful this morning. Jeff and I took a long walk through the woods and through the park. We were the first sets of footprints in the snow... other than the deer.
It was so quiet, peaceful and calm. God was everywhere. I kept thinking how blessed we
are to live here. To be surrounded by the mountains and lakes. I think it's easy to take for granted the things you see everyday. Just as it is to take for granted the people you surround yourself with everyday. I am so thankful for all the things God has given me and I pray that I can hold that thought close to my heart long after the snow has melted.

The Verdict is In!

Brooke's boyfriend...we met him and we liked him! He's handsome, friendly, talkative, has a good appetite (I like that one) and he's TALL! I was nervous about our first encounter because she seemed nervous about it! But there was no reason for that... he was a delight! Am hoping he will come again soon and visit more with me and less with the boys! :)

Boyfriend is Coming TODAY!

This is a big day! My daughter's boyfriend is coming for supper... okay, Brooke...dinner.
We finally get to "officially" meet him! He sounds wonderful, in the fact that he seems to be so sweet to her - a quick way to a Mother's heart!
So, I have lots to do this cold, snowy Saturday. Brooke said he likes mexican food. I am going to cook chicken enchiladas, tacos and a mexican dip to eat with tostitos. I am going to make peanut butter pies for dessert. I also have to get the house ready and ME ready. Thinking the house will be easier than ME!
My sons are bringing their girlfriends too. This is a first..all 3 with dates at the same time! I am so excited. Am hoping they'll play mexican dominoes after "DINNER".
Just have to wait and see.... :)

I'm a morning person...just sayin'

I'm an early bird...what can I say! I like to start my day like this... up early, still in cozy p.j.s, coffee in hand, my journey magazine in the other and when I've been especially blessed (like today)... snow falling from the heavenly sky. I like to pray, read and just gather my thoughts for the day. I'm a list maker from way back so I've always got one going... to do, grocery, wish... gotta have them! I love the check off! Get milk, call Mom back, feed dogs..CHECK!! :) Speaking of checks! I check my email, check out my daughter's blog (which is the best ever) and of course, got to check out Facebook! I have a little planner/calendar in my purse and I write almost everything in it, would be lost without it so I almost always take a peek at that too. A good start and your day just seems to flow. A good cup of coffee and it starts with a smile. A good talk with God and you're raring to go! :)