Yard Sale

This weekend we went to the big yard sale in the Reunion subdivision. John's brother lives in the subdivision so he let us know what was going on. We normally participate in the Reunion's bi-annual yard sales (Fall and Spring). We will spend all night getting ready the day before and then spend all morning selling. It is exhausting but so much fun! Everytime that we have participated we have made at least $200. People will buy anything! This year was different. We didn't sell this year - instead I was on a mission to buy Marshal some clothes for this fall. My sister and I started at 8am on Saturday and walked the whole loop (about 1.5 miles). Then I met John at his brother's house to get the kids. I fed Marshal and then we went back out. We had skipped some of the side streets. At that point I hadn't had much luck finding clothes that were Marshal's size. I hit the jackpot! The side streets had so much more stuff. John came around and picked us up and drove us around from house to house. I was able to get 24 clothes pieces for Marshal, two books, two picture frames, a wooden stool, and some toys for a total of $30. Now that is some deal hunting and some of the clothes still have tags on it. Next yard sale I will definately be out their again!!! It was so much fun and some great excercise.

Six...

Marshal,
Today you turned 6 months old. I can't believe that you are half a year old and in 6 more months you will be a whole year old. You are growing up so fast. It seems like only yesterday your dad and I were only driving to the hospital with you on the way. I remember holding you for the first time - you were so little. You are such a blessing in our lives. I love watching you grow in learn. Here are six things about you, my little six month old...

1. You love to eat. So far you have tried sweet potatoes, squash, carrots, green beans, english peas, pears, bananas, peaches, and applesauce. You like almost everything that you try except for the carrots and peas.

2. You love your bear-blanket. Your dad and I call it your "baby" and Mymer calls it your 'lovie." When we put you to bed you reach your little arms up and wait for it. Then you take it and squeeze it. It is the cutest thing!
3. You love your brother. It is truly amazing how I can already tell that you admire and look up to him. When you see Mitchell your face lights up with the biggest smile. You even watch him walk around the room.
4. You laugh at the weirdest things. You laugh when we sneeze and think that the fly swatter is hilarious. If we pretend to swat flies you will laugh until you have this deep belly laugh. It is the funniest thing.
5. You enjoy exploring new things. Recently you have started sitting up - this has given you a new perspective on the world. You have discovered the patterns on the rugs, magazines, toys, and continue to play with your toes. You love your toes!
6. You like to give kisses. Okay - it is not really a kiss - it is more of an open, drooling mouth on the face. My favorite is when I have worked all day and I come to pick you up and you grab my face and give me a kiss. This truly melts my heart!!

I love you so much!!!
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I can't leave Mitchell out!

Mitchell,
I'm so proud of you! You are at such a fun place in life. You are learning to read. Each day you come home and tell me something new that you have learned or discovered. You are turning into a young man in front of my eyes. You are such a blessing in our lives! I can't believe that you are 6 and a half years old. Here are six things about you...

1. You like school but your favorite part is recess and then lunch!
2. You are a good reader! I'm amazed each day at how well you read.
3. You are an awesome big brother. I know that it is sometimes hard being the oldest child and it has been an adjustment for you, but I know that you love your brother. When we get home from school the first thing that you want to do is give your brother a kiss. How sweet!
4. You have lost 3 teeth. You lost your 3rd one today. I can't wait to see how much money the tooth fairy leaves you.
5. You like watching TV and playing on the computer! Your favorite website is Poptropica. You will watch anything that comes on the Disney Channel.
6. You are the most organized child I know. Today you asked for an organizer case for your DS. You have 3 organizer cases for your many Bakugans. Each one of your toys has a place and you know where everything is.

I love you so much!

Sitting Tall

Marshal is beginning to sit like a big boy. He thinks that he is so big. It makes me so nervous that I'm normally sitting right there with him but I had to get a picture. I put pillows all around so if he did fall he would not bang his head.

When he sits he likes playing with his toys. His favorite is a magazine - I've learned to give him old ones because he will tear it up. He's still learning and sometimes falls over head first - in slow motion. Then he wiggles to try to get the toy he's lost. He wants to crawl so bad. I don't think that I'm ready for him to crawl but it won't be long before he does.

Look how big...

He's always sticking out his tongue so this picture fully captures his personality.

A Humble Birthday!

Last weekend we celebrated another Humble birthday. My niece turned 7. All the Humble's went to John's parents' house for the party. The grandkids had on red UGA Bulldog shirts so we couldn't resist a picture. Its so nice to be so close to both John's family and mine. I had that growing up and would not trade a minute of it. Family is so important to me and John both. It is very rare these days for children to see their cousins, aunts, and uncles on a regular basis. We are so blessed!!!

A picture of all the cousins! Marshal was fussy so John sitting in the background holding him up in the picture. It is hard to get 8 kids smiling and looking at the camera all at the same time!

Before the party, Marshal was able to take part in a Humble tradition. All of the grandkids sit "the bowl" when they just start sitting up. He looks so big!!! (I think that he's trying to wave.)

Here's Mitchell in "the bowl" when he was little. Look at the similarities - hey you might think that you are seeing the same child.

Little Sis' Birthday!

I have felt very reflective today. This is not a normal post...

Today my little sister turned 19. I can't believe that she will enter her twenties in just one year. I already feel old. This is a shout out to Em.

Em - you are a special young lady who is going to do great things with your life. I'm already proud of the all the accomplishments you have made. I've always admired your ability to make such good choices. I'm proud to be your big sister! My advice to you is to always follow your dreams - no matter how big or small. I know that you might not understand your place in life right now - but I know that God is working on his plan for your life. You are where you are because that is where God wants you to be. (Some wisdom that I have to remind myself everyday!) I LOVE YOU!!! Mitchell and Marshal think that your are an awesome aunt!!!

Start 'em Young and Raise 'em Right!

Last week was the beginning of football season. We are huge UGA Bulldog fans. We spent the day at my parent's house. My dad had cooked some chicken fingers and wings. They were sooo yummy!!! Although the dawgs lost, we still had a great time.

Marshal's first UGA game. (I think he loved it - well, maybe unitl uncle P yelled at one of the football players ... Marshal jumped and started crying.)

Uncle P making everything okay!

The brothers enjoying the game.


Hopefully the dawgs will have a better showing today! GO DAWGS! SIC 'EM!!!

A Safe Return!

Mitchell and John made a safe return home from Montana on Saturday. I was so excited to see them both. Marshal just lit up when he saw his brother. He leaned in and gave him a kiss. Here are just a few pics from their travels...

AHH! A bear!!!!


Mitchell fishing with Poppi. What great memories!


John's dad has some great pictures of John and Mitchell - hopefully I can share those soon.

MARSHAL UPDATE:



He is growing up so fast. I know I say that a lot but its true. Lately he's been...
1. He's been eating baby food once a day. LIKES: Sweet Potatoes and Squash DISLIKES: Carrots COMING SOON: Green Beans and Bananas
2. Today he started rolling over from his back to his tummy. We've laid him down for a nap and found him on his stomach twice today.
3. He gives kisses. Seriously - He will grab your face and open his mouth to give a kiss. It is full of drool but most definately the sweetest thing.
4. He's really into talking. He will take turns talking to me like we are carrying on a conversation.

It is so fun to watch my boys grow up and to watch their personalities develop. I love them sooo much. Words cannot describe my love for them. Its a constant reminder of Christ's love for us - unconditional.