Happy Birthday Chris!

This wonderful man that God has truly blessed me with is turning yet another year older...much to his disliking :). I'm so blessed to have been with him through the last 10 birthdays and look forward to many more to come. Love you much Chris! Hope you have a good birthday!

Gratitude!!!

As this winter storm, "Oklahoma Blizzard 2011", has seemed to paralyze multiple towns in Oklahoma and around the United States, it has also brought in some ungrateful people in Muskogee, OK. What do I mean by this? So many people complaining about suffering from cabin fever, how the city or county can't clear the roads, there are no groceries, restaurants or stores are closed, or that it is just too cold.

Life's Instruction Manual (aka the Bible) states, "Do EVERYTHING without complaining or arguing," Philippians 2:14.

I want to extend a sincere emotion of appreciation for all the countless hours that ODOT, Muskogee City and County employees, Small businessmen/women, and Individuals who have sacrificed their TIME, FAMILY, and their own SAFETY to provide us with clearer passageways.

As a Healthcare employee/supervisor, these men/women have made it possible for staff to be present for work to provide patient care. As a mother of four, these men/women have made it possible for my family and I to go to town and expend some energy other than at home.

As a Healthcare supervisor, I want to extend a grateful heart to those employees who have put in multiple hours to ensure patient care was provided, even sacrificing your TIME, COMFORT, and SAFETY as well. If it weren't for your dedication to your occupation and employer, patient care would have suffered. You all stepped up to the challenge and I greatly appreciate your diligence!

"Give thanks in ALL circumstances..." 1 Thessalonians 5:18

God has provided families with a means to slow down and enjoy each other with the beautiful white landscape. As evident through Facebook, many families have taken advantage of the snow by sledding, or staying in and watching movies and playing games. Enjoy and relish these moments that God has provided! We have created this fast pace lifestyle for ourselves that eliminates quality family time. Create lasting memories and maybe even gain a realization of the necessity of quality family time. It won't be long and the "normalcy" of life will return!

"There is a time for everything, and a season for every activity under heaven...He (God) has made everything beautiful in its time." Ecclesiastes 3:1, 11

Now, let me return to my family for our time with each other! :) May God Bless you all!

Better Late than Never

Happy Belated Birthday Raelee!

Raelee turned seven years old!

That is so hard to believe.

She is growing so big and strong.

Raelee is a girl who loves pink

and fancy things.

She is a girly-girl!

We love you Raelee!

(PS. Sorry this tribute is so late!)

My how time flies!

I can't believe it has been so long since I had last posted. Sorry for those who try to keep up with me and my kids! Here is a quick preview of what has been happening. Just waiting on pictures to upload, I reviewed my folders of pictures from the computer. It makes me very sad and happy all in one as to how each child has grown into the little person they are!
Back to current events...

Halloween 2010 - We were the Ghostly Family...

Angie and Ryan (yes that is Angie's hair standing up!)

Here were the kids, Audrey was our fairy!

The girls are still doing well in school. They both recieved awards at the 9 week assembly - Koalty Kid. Just so happened the day of award ceremony was

Crazy hair day for drug free week! (Momma is a proud one)

And last, but not least, all four of my lovelies together (in the best pic out of many).

Every moment is a God given second. Without Him, we would have nothing! Thank Him for all things and in everything.

Thanksgiving has also come and gone since I last blogged...it was spent with family - fellowship and of course FOOD!

Hope all yours are doing well!

I'm a Big Boy NOW!

Ryan has been moved to the "big bed", a bunk bed in the boys' room. I purchased Jack some "Cars" linen to entice him to go to the top bunk and put "Transformer" linen on the bottom bunk for Ryan. He took to it like a champ! This boy has no problems going to bed when it's bedtime, as long as he's by himself.

Again, it's hard to see them grow up so fast, but I also get to finally get rid of the crib and changing table. That crib has survived 4 children in the last 6 years and is still going strong! On to bigger and better things? God willing, here we go!

I look forward to what God has in store for us all as a family as we develop and grow together as a family unit and in HIM!

Four Posers?

I can't help but chuckle when I see the results of my attempts to capture a posed picture with my four lovely children...

If it isn't one who isn't looking, it's all!

Although on occassion, they happen to all look at once...

Since I was showcasing my children, thought I would add a similar pose from our "fifth" child, Maggie...

As you review these photos, you can only imagine what it is like with our four (or five) lovely well behaved little angels! HAHA! :)

Never a dull or quiet moment when the kids are awake! Thank you Lord for such healthy and onery little ones!

Friday Night FUN!

So, what did we do on this Friday evening....outside to play!

Here's my attempt to get all four children in a good pose, but that continues to be difficult at times! :)

Christalynn is posing for us though!

Ryan is getting around so much, he is into everything!!!!

Here's my look alikes! These two are the big sister and big brother of the genders.

This is a cute picture of them!

God is an awesome God! He is provider of everything; from the breath we breath, the beautiful weather to play in, and the miracle of children. Thank you Lord for your blessings both big and small!

Reviewing previous postings, it's a joy and a sadness that parents feel when they see their children grow up. It's hard for me to imagine that Raelee will be 7 in a couple of months and Ryan has already turned 1. My babies, they aren't babies anymore! Must enjoy and cherish every small moment we have with our children because time goes by so fast!