Happy 6 months Old, baby Kat!

Happy time...

Lil' Duckie!

 

 

Lil' sledders

 

 

Ansley and Kate sledding at Stone Mountain!

i eat this face daily! :)

 

...it's been a while

I've taken a long hiatus from blogging. I wasn't sure if it was really for me. To be honest, I'm still uncertain. But since our life has changed since my last posting, I thought I'd give it another go. We'll see.

Soooooooooooooo, how is life different? Well, on the sunny side, we've added another beautiful daughter to our family! Kathryn was born 9/13/09 and she's such a delight. Ansley is in LOVE with her baby sister so we're very relieved!
On a very sad note, a few weeks prior to Kat's arrival, our beloved Goldie Ben decided it was time to leave our tight-knit family and pass on to be with HIS first brother Zak. Our hearts were broken but we felt that things happen for a reason and it must have been his time. It all happened so quickly that there was no time for questioning, decision-making, etc. It just happened. I'm sooooo thankful that the year before, Patricia (PVE Design) had captured sweet Ben with Cooper and Ansley on gorgeous notecards for us. The heart she puts into her artwork is unmatched. We miss you Ben -- dearly.

OK - on to happier topics! I hope this blog, which now will be more for Kathryn, Ansley & Cooper (our other Goldie) will have a little meaning, a lot of fluff to help take your mind off your own "goings on", and sometimes give you a good laugh! I mean, whose life with a toddler girl, infant and big dog doesn't have daily humor?

Happy Tuesday...

EAT MORE PIZZA!

If you're in south walton, be sure to visit Pizza by the Sea and get a frequent luncher card!!

We love Pizza by the Sea!

"I waaaaant my GeeeVeeee!"

That's what Ansley was yelling as her G.V. walked into the airport to fly back home this morning. We had a great time and can't wait until her next visit in 6 weeks (or sooner if this second baby decides to enter the world early!)
Here are some pics from the long weekend:


Waiting on GVs plane to arrive!


At Grayton Beach where GV and Ansley built sand castles!


Showing off her new Birkenstocks and baby doll...


Eating lunch at a new cafe in Seagrove.

4th of July Weekend

It was a fun, hot and fast 3-day weekend! Here are some pics from the Seaside Parade, Grayton Beach and the Alys Beach amphitheater for local fav Cadillac Willy!

The past two weeks...

...Ansley has been taking swim lessons from Coach Debbie. We ♥ ♥ ♥ Debbie!!!! If you're a sowal local (or Destin) and have been searching for a knowledgable, effective, kind, patient and generous swim teacher for your child, you definitely should call her. Ansley made more progress in 2 weeks than she has over the past two years with our previous teachers. Here are a few blackberry pics... sorry for the poor quality.

Another baby year...

I think 2009 is proving to be another baby boom year. We have at least 8 sets of friends who have either already had or are expecting their second or third this year. In the past month, the Mintons and Rohners had their bundles of joy, Kendall and Davis respectively. Today should bring the arrival of baby Comer #4. Next month will bring Meredith Dwyer Hummel... and September will bring baby Mitchell #2, Emerson Lee Drown and baby Scheckter #2! And then.... December will bring baby Hudson-Burba!!

Here are some photos of Davis and Kendall.




Here's to hoping everyone has safe deliveries and healthy babies!

HAPPY FATHER'S DAY!

Almost 3 years ago.... a great man became the GREATEST daddy!

last GA visit until the holidays...

So, at 27 weeks pregnant, I decided that this past week would be my last trip to GA to visit family until the holidays. My swollen legs and feet just can't handle sitting in the car for long periods (not to mention the bladder issue). I can't believe it will be 6 months before I'm back. Fortunately, my Mom (Ansley's G.V.) will be down here in late July for a visit and again in early September for the birth of baby2! I can't express how much it meant having her here when Ansley was born almost 3 years ago.

Here are some pics from our visit:

Happy Memorial Day!

 

Rainy Memorial Day Weekend

It's been raining here for two days complete with random power outages. This is what we resort to when we're stir crazy!

Superheroes

Handsome Pelham celebrated his 3rd birthday today with a Superhero themed party!

War Eagle!

Last night, a group of Auburn and Alabama fans convened for a 'friendly' game of flag football in support of the Seaside REP Theater. Knowing that the Alabama team had practiced twice before and had actual PLAYS lined up in advance, we weren't too optimistic for our chances....They even had purchased matching Tshirts! but.... WE WON! Great Job, Auburn Team!
(Lyn was already limping and complaining of a sore body last night. He's still sleeping now and I hope he's able to get out of bed today!)

bad blogger

I've been such a blog slacker lately. I still READ my favs each day -- but I'm finding it more and more difficult to BE a blogger.

Anyway.... last weekend we went down to Clearwater to celebrate the 40th birthday of one of Lyn's closest friends, Jason. It was VERY relaxing!

I can't believe these guys turn 40 this year... age is definitely just a number! (or is 40 the new 30?)


Jason, Glenn & Lyn

View from our balcony at the Clearwater Beach Hilton.

Bridget & Jason at the SandPearl Resort (beautiful hotel) where we spent most of our time.