Let the craziness begin!

Well, now that the summer is hee, our schedule just gets crazy busy! I think we all ready have plans every single weekend between not and August, when Madelyn starts full time preschool at Christ the King.

We haven't been up to a whole lot lately. After replacing the AC, we tried to keep a low profile (read - spend little money) and spent some time at home. Aubrey got a stomach virus that also caused white sores all over her throat, so we have been to the doctor in the last few weeks. She had lost over half a pound since our last visit, weighing in (fully clothed) at an even 18 pounds. She seems much better now and is changing every day. I don't think she has any clue that she isn't the same age as Madelyn, so she insists on doing "big girl" things such as eating with a fork, and drinking from a straw. She is learning new words every day and can now clearly say "Madelyn" which is precious! Just this morning at church her Sunday School teacher told me that when they tried to take away her Cheerios, she kept saying "More, more" and even said "Thank you" when they gave her more!

Madelyn has also made a lot of progress on the potty training front lately. Last weekend she stayed completely dry (except for naptime) on both Sunday and Monday. Then she went to the sitter and wet 4 pair of panties. But by Friday she pooped in the potty 2 times and peed at the sitter. She also says the funniest things. Last week after church she was telling us that she learned about Jonah and the whale. When we asked her where Jonah was she stated (just like, duh) "Jonah is in time out in the whale's belly". She noticed my tattoo and seems fascinated by it, although she hasn't Clint's which is 4 times as big and on his arm. She just rubs mine and giggles, "Mommy, someone colored numbers on your back. You're a grown-up so people can color on you" Funny!

Since I broke the camera lens, we've been really bad about taking pictures. Saturday morning the girls and I met Will and Reagan at the water park, as well as Izzy and Colton. I was able to steal the pics that Erin posted (thanks Erin!!)

Here are the kids settling for a little snack....



Erin and I then took the kids to Burger King for lunch and my girls were showing some love. I honestly think they grow closer every day! This was totally unprompted....


Will and Madelyn apparently were over the pictures!


We have a big week this week. It's month end so work will be crazy for me. Tuesday the kids are staying at Kelly's for the day, so we'll all stay there for dinner. My nephew Colton is having surgery Wednesday morning, so please pray for him. It's just a minor procedure, but any surgery is a lot for a 2 year old!! Friday night I'm taking Madelyn to see Bob the Builder at hte Orpheum, and Saturday we'll be back at Kelly's for Ben's birthday party. I can't believe he turned 9 last week!

Speaking of birthdays, Happy Birthday to my godson Miles! I can't believe you turned 4. Also, congrats to our friends wwho welcomes their first, James Michael, on Memorial Day. He is absolutely beautiful and we can't wait to go see him again!!

I'll try to take pics and post more coming up....

Ahhh, the cool air.....

It's been an eventful week around here. Last Thursday night when I came in from work it was a balmy 84 degrees in the house. We called our AC guy and he came out on Friday and added Freon to the unit. Since then the house has been nice and cool. That is, until yesterday. Clint came home and it was 84 again. Our AC guy came back a few hours later and informed us yesterday that we'd have to have a new unit installed outside. We agreed, and after a night of sleeping in underwear with fans and 82 degree temps, I wasn't a bit upset about the money I would have to part with today. That is, until I got the call at work that the inside unit also had to be replaced. You have to be kidding me, right? So there goes the money we've set aside for the new carpet. Looks like it will be another few months until we can get the house ready to sell.

Madelyn and I were talking last night on the way to Poppie's house (where we were going to escape the heat) and she put things in perspective. She was asking questions (as she always does) about why we live in Cordova and Nana is in Collierville, etc. I told her we were going to sell our house and buy a bigger one. She did not seemed thrilled by the idea. I finally asked her, "Madelyn, do you like our house?" Being wise beyond her years, she stated in a very matter-of-fact tone, "Yeah, it's better than concrete!!" Amen, sister!

Madelyn has been saying the most hilarious things lately!!

When in Destin for Aunt A's wedding, Nana was putting her to bed while we were all at the rehearsal dinner. Madelyn said very sweet prayers....
"Jesus, thank you for Mom and Dad and Aubrey and purple, and orange....BUT NOT black. (Insert long pause) ....Well, ok black"

At field day yesterday I talked to Madelyn's teacher, Ms. Darla for a long time. She asked me is Madelyn's sister was named Aubrey. Well, yes, why? I asked. She told me she overheard Madelyn talking to her friend Reese the other day and it went something like this..."Aubrey can say Mama, and Dada, and Byebye. But that's all because she doesn't really talk that good!"

I'll try to remember to post more Madelyn'isms as they happen.

Here's to cooler temps!!

More wedding pics

Wedding Weekend

We just got home from an AMAZING weekend in Florida!! Amanda and Houston tied the knot and everything was absolutely BEAUTIFUL!! I'll do a full post later with lots more pics, but here is a little sampling. WE LOVE YOU AUNT A AND UNCLE HOU!!!!!!