Sorrow and Joy June 20, 2007

Last week was quite an emotional week for our family.  For the last few years, my grandad Doyle has been ailing with heart issues.  Last week he was taken to the hospital because his lungs were filling with fluid.  The doctors had thought that he wouldn’t even be able to go home.  So, my dad, Cammie and I got in the car Monday night and drove 12 hours straight to Arkansas.  Cammie was such a good girl, the only sound she made the entire trip was laughing.  The whole trip we were thinking we wouldn’t even be able to see grandad.  But, Tuesday morning we got to the hospital and got to see him in the ICU room.  It was such an emotional moment for me.  My grandad has always been so special to me.  He is an interior designer and has VERY expensive taste.  His genes were passed down to me!  We have always been very close because of our similar interests.   So, you can see why this trip meant so much to me.  On Wednesday night, they brought him home and got Hospice to come take care of him.  The doctors know that he is at the end of his journey here on earth.  Grandad knows that he is going home to be with the Lord.  Please pray that his last days are peaceful and that my Grandma is comforted.

On Thursday, Carter and Brad drove to Jacksonville, Florida for our friend, Tommy’s wedding.  Brad was a groomsman and Carter was the ring bearer.  Cammie and I flew from Arkansas to Florida on Friday morning.  The wedding was SO beautiful.  The ceremony was at a beautiful Catholic church and the reception was at a spanish style yacht club. Carter was definately the cutest little ring bearer EVER!!  After the wedding, Brad’s parents and sister took the kids back to the hotel.  Brad and I went on a yacht ride with the bride, groom and wedding party.  It was such a nice time to visit with friends and view the city.  I’m glad I was able to make it to see my boys walk down the aisle!!

11 Months Old June 9, 2007

Cammie will be 11 months old on Sunday.  Only one month until she is a one year old.  It’s so hard to believe that she is this old.  Time goes by so fast.  Today I had a baby shower for my friend Allison.  It seems like yesterday I was opening up little dresses and bibs for Cammie. 

She has really started getting her personality lately.  Cammie is the most fun little girl.  She loves to wrestle with her big brother.  They are so funny together.  Carter and her laugh all the time.  It reminds me of when my brother, Casey and I were young.  We were always laughing and goofing off!  I love to think that Cammie and Carter are going to be best friends like we were.

Well, here are a few pictures of the big 11 month old.  I took them this week.  She is the best little model.  She loves the camera!  Diva in training!!

Carter’s Birthday Party June 5, 2007

Here are the pictures from Carter’s birthday party at Pump It Up.  We had a blast!  There were 15 kids going crazy on the slides, jumpers and obstacle course.  It was such a wonderful place to celebrate a birthday.  They do all the set up, serving and clean up.  It made the day so much more enjoyable to not worry with all that.  I think everyone had a great time at the party.

I also put in some pictures of our trip to the pool after the party.  Carter is our little fish!  He loves jumping in and going under.  His new favorite thing is for Brad and I to throw him to each other.  He is a brave little guy!  I think he might be swimming before the summer is over!  Cammie is not quite as excited about the water as Carter.  From the first time Carter got in the water when he was three months old he has loved getting wet.  He is like his mommy and daddy who love to swim.  We were both lifeguards in high school.  We are going to the pool today and I have a feeling we will be every day this summer. 

HAPPY BIRTHDAY CARTER!! June 5, 2007

June 4, 2007-Carter’s Third Birthday!!

Today is Carter’s third birthday.  As I write this, exactly three years ago we were welcoming him into our lives.  That day was very long and tiring!!  After 24 hours of labor, we got to meet our little boy for the first time.  He was such a beautiful baby.  Carter has truly blessed our lives.  He has been the most wonderful son we could ever imagine.  He is such a sweet, caring, funny, smart, interesting, polite, loving and energetic little guy.  We just love being in his company every day.  We thank God every day for giving him to us. 

I will post pictures of his party tomorrow.  It was so much fun!  His birthday was jam packed with a Pump It Up party, presents, a nap, a trip to the pool, Zaxby’s, Target and swinging in the backyard.  Needless to say, we were WORN out!!  But it was a day to remember!

Here are some pictures of all his birthdays.  It’s hard to believe it’s only been three years!

June 4, 2004 – The Birthday

June 4, 2005 – First Birthday

June 4, 2006 – Second Birthday

Look-A-Likes June 4, 2007

Well, I have always thought that Carter and Cammie favor each other.  But, I was looking at their 11 month pictures today and I couldn’t believe how much they look a like.  It’s pretty crazy!  I guess we can tell what Cammie will look like when she gets older.  Hopefully she will look a little more girly than Carter!! Let me know what you think.  They are pretty cute look-a-likes if I do say so myself! Just thought I would share!