Busy Wednesday

Today was a very busy and rushed day. It started off with some last minute house cleaning, folding laundry, making beds and putting toys away. Our house was being shown this morning so I was trying to make it look great! Then, we headed to Lindale to register Camden for Kindergarten. I'm a bad mom because I didn't get any pictures of this milestone, but we will be going back to the school this summer so we'll get some pictures then. Camden and Claire loved the "big kid" school. We took a tour and got to see the gym, library, music room, caferteria and all the Kindergarten classrooms. It makes me sad that Camden is actually old enough to go to school, but I know it's part of growing up. She's pretty excited about it so I want to make sure that I act excited too, even if it's just an act. After our tour, we stopped by my friend, Leslie's house to visit, play and hold baby Nellie Grace. Camden and Claire had a lot of fun with Cullen and Grayson and really enjoyed holding Nellie Grace. After spending a few hours there, we made the trek back home where I was hoping all three girls would take a nap. Camden and Carlyle fell asleep on the way home, but not for a long time, so I thought they might go right back to sleep. Caryle did after about 30 minutes, but Camden and Claire were too wired to sleep. I even laid down on the floor in their room while they laid in the bed, thinking they might sleep. But, I was the one that fell asleep. The three of us finally got up and I gave them a bath. After feeding Carlyle we went through Chick-fil-A drive thru for dinner and headed up to church for choir. We got home, put the older girls in bed, gave Carlyle a bath and bottle, put her to bed, made lunches for school tomorrow, put Claire back in bed for about the 10th time tonight and now am writing this post. WOW! I'm tired!!! I'm hoping tomorrow will be a little more relaxing, but we shall see. I'm off to bed!

Mother's Day and Carlyle's Dedication

This morning before church, the girls couldn't wait to give me their cards and gift for Mother's Day! I love my new purse and love the handmade cards even more!!









Then we headed to church for Carlyle's dedication. We were so blessed that all our family could be with us on this special day! Thank you all for making the sacrifice to join us for Carlyle's dedication. We greatly appreciate it!! And a special thank you to Nana for making Carlyle's dedication dress. She loved it!!









Then, after church all of Jeremy's family and my parents joined us at Traditions for a Mother's Day lunch. We had such a nice time. Thanks to both families for making my Mother's Day so special! I hope you enjoyed it as much as we did!

McKenna Faith

Today I had the privilege of meeting Miss McKenna Faith Camp. Her mommy, Leigh Ann, is my best friend from high school. I am so excited for her and her husband on the adoption of Miss McKenna. Leigh Ann had a sip n' see today and I was so excited to get to go. McKenna is beautiful!! Congratulations to Leigh Ann, Daniel and big sister, McKayla on such a blessing from God!

Rachel's Graduation Party

This afternoon we headed over to Marme' and Pops' house for Rachel's graduation party. Camden and Claire had a ball playing with Jaxson and Madeline. I don't think they ever sat down, except to have a tea party with Gigi. Congratulations to Rachel on such an accomplishment! We are so proud of you!!

Gigi and Claire


Rachel having a good time.


The kids table


Marme', Carlyle and Madeline


Papa letting Carlyle have a drink of water.


Playing outside


Camden's trying to make a slam dunk.


Marme' and all the grandkids


Claire was worn out. This is how she fell asleep on the way home (note the sucker sticking out of her mouth).

T-ball Time!

Tonight was Camden's first t-ball game and she did great...and she looked really cute, too!! Every time she hit the ball she got on base and even scored twice!! While on defense, she played shortstop for a few innings and then the coach moved her to catcher. She wasn't really into defense...I think she just prefers to hit the ball and run. All the girls on both teams were really cute and played well!! Looking forward to our games next week!!

A picture before heading off to the game


Carlyle enjoyed the game, too.


Warming up


Isn't she cute?


Playing defense...or maybe she's taking a break.


Up to bat


She made it to first base.


Playing catcher

Rachel's a nurse!!!

My sister-in-law, Rachel, has been working the last couple of years on her nursing degree at TJC. She completed her degree and is now a registered nurse. Tonight was the pinning ceremony, so I took Camden and Claire to support their aunt. Jeremy had to umpire and it was Carlyle's bed time so it was just me and two girls. They had so much fun seeing their cousins, Madeline and Jax. Uncle Jake took Madeline, Camden and Claire outside for most of the ceremony. He was such a good babysitter!! Congrats Rachel!! We are so proud of you and all that you have accomplished! It sure will be nice to have a nurse in the family!! We are looking forward to Saturday when we will get to celebrate her graduation with a party!!


Crystal, Jennifer, Rachel


Andy, Rachel and Holly


Madeline and Camden


Claire and Madeline


Jax, Camden and Claire about to give hugs


Jake, Rachel and David


Rachel and the kids


Gigi, Granddad, Rachel and the kids