Fresh Faces

Landon and Lanie Ann were chosen for a "Fresh Faces" session with a local photographer to update her profile. Lanie Ann was very shy and wasn't going to get off my hip and Landon was excited he was going to be famous and posed like a professional. We had fun and May was so sweet. She has posted a sneak peek on her blog, so go check it out!
http://mayharrison.blogspot.com

We did it!!!

Our family made it through Kindergarten. You may remember, the beginning was rough! Well, by the grace of God, our family and friends prayer and support, & Ms. Cockrell's patience we made it through that tough time. I remember thinking if we can just make it to... and now it's over! Where did it go?
Landon has come so far emotionally, physically and intellectually. We are so proud of him!
He had a great last day and a wonderful Graduation tonight. I have to admit, Nana, Grandmother and myself were torn up, borderline ugly cry. It's just hard for mother's to watch as their little ones grow up.
Wr appreciate our loving family coming to support Landon in his achievement and help us celebrate!
Congratulations, Landon! We Love You!!!

And the winner is...

Our little (well not too little) boy was honored today at his school awards day by receiving the "Citizenship" Award. I can't tell you how proud this makes a Mom and Dad! I had to fight back the tears as I saw the biggest smile on his face and as I explained to him how proud this award made me. It showed that he puts others first, treats children and adults with respect and makes good choices. As we all know, this isn't an easy task. It is a lot easier to get frustrated, say exactly what we think and not put others first.
Of course we want Landon to be a bright child, learning all that he can, but most of all, we want him to love others like Jesus.
We are so blessed to have a child that has a heart for others. I can't tell you what it meant to me today to be stopped by other parents, teachers, guidance counselor, even a substitute teacher and told how much my child deserved that honor.
We love YOU, Landon Cooper!

Happy 2nd Birthday, Lanie Ann!

Lanie Ann, You are two and we don't know where the time has gone! You have made the last two years such a joy. You add that sweet little girl touch to our family that we were missing. Your Daddy, Bubba and Mommy so enjoy watching you take such good care of your babies. You are the best little mommy I know.
The relationship you and Bubba share is simply precious. You both have such a deep love and adoration for each other.
Words cannot express what you mean to us and how much we love you! We are so thankful God blessed us with you!

You are so special and we wanted you to have a very special day doing exactly what you love. Ba, Nana, Grandmother, Granddaddy, Mommy and Daddy worked so hard to create the best "Little Mommy" Birthday party I've ever seen. Complete with strollers, carseats, changing table with real wipes and diapers, and diaper bags with your friend's baby's name on them.
Ba painted your nails for the first time and then we "played" mommy and opened presents. You were the cutest thing, screaming out with excitement when you opened each gift, especially the babies.
You sang "Happy Birthday" to yourself and blew out your candle.

Happy Birthday, precious girl! All our Love!

Lanie Ann is TWO!!!

Our precious baby girl turned two today. We had a perfect day! More to come soon!
We Love You Precious Girl!!!!

Easter at Nana & PawPaw's

We spent our Easter evening at Nana & PawPaw's. We had a great easter egg hunt and I'm not sure who had more fun, Landon, Lanie Ann or Granddaddy.
The children had fun digging through their baskets and we had a delicious meal. Easter is such a special time for Christ followers, it's about so much more than the eggs, baskets and bunnies. That is all so much fun, and especially to watch the children's excitement. But most importantly, we get to celebrate the One who died on the cross for our sins and then rose from the grave!

Easter Brunch

We went to meet Papa Jerry and Nana Sherry for brunch Easter morning. We didn't get a group picture this year, but a good time and full belly was had by all.

Easter Morning...

We had a fairly relaxed Easter morning. The children had fun seeing what the Easter Bunny brought. We tried for a few pictures, which isn't as easy with two. Then we headed off for brunch an hour early. A great start to a great day!

Easter Eve

We spent Easter eve with Nonie and Pop. They delivered the children's Easter baskets, which was so much fun. Then we went to our Saturday night Easter service. We had a wonderful service celebrating our Risen Savior. Lanie Ann wore a beautiful dress that Nonie made her.
Next, off to a late, but delicious dinner at Outback. Thanks Nonie & Pop!

Good Friday

Well we didn't expect to spend Good Friday this way, what an experience! We are very thankful for two things: first our Savior who died on a cross for our sins and Rose again, and second, our safety through this storm. We spent two hours locked down in the fitting room at Kohl's, We were shoulder to shoulder with strangers and it was hot. We were amazingly calm as we would get word of where the tornado had touched down and where it was headed. This picture of the children is after they moved half of the people to another fitting room and we could actually sit down.
The picture of the tornado was sent to me from a friend.