Just a little something . . .

Lindsay posted this picture of our new baby Lacy on FB today and I just had to share. It's my small attempt to get back at blogging. I can't explain why it's so hard to do it these days but the longer I wait the more there is to catch up on. Anyways, this is Lacy Mae Bennett. She's just over 3 weeks old and has already stolen my heart. I'm the most blessed grandma ever!

2011 ~ 365

JANUARY 1, 2011

It's a new year and a new beginning for us all! I'm personally excited about this new year. 2010 was full of changes (as usual) and I expect there are more ahead. We are so happy to have added Brandon to our family in 2010 and look forward to Lacy joining us in a month.

I once heard that a new years resolution is something that goes in one year and out the other. I don't make "resolutions" but rather try to set some realistic goals to help me along the way. Some of them turn out pretty good while others - not so much. This year I WILL be a better blogger. There will be pictures of Brein's wedding - hopefully soon and many other events that I need to catch up on.

I feel truly grateful to welcome the new year into my life. The Lord has blessed me and my family so much.

HAPPY NEW YEAR EVERYONE!!!

Happy Birthday to my Bubba!

The smallest man in my life is 4 today!!! I can't believe how fast time has gone by. He is, without a doubt, the funnest, cutest, craziest little guy ever. Here is he, growing up before your eyes:

Newborn Logan

November 18, 2006

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Logan on his 1st birthday

November 18, 2007

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2nd birthday

November 2008

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Happy 3rd birthday

November 18, 2009

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Demolition Derby last month at the State Fair

October 2010

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Happy Birthday to my Bubba-Do. Mammaw is so grateful for you. You will never know the joy and happiness that you have brought in to my life. You have given me a reason to smile even when smiling isn't what I felt like doing.

I LOVE YOU!!!

The princess turns 1 year old

*NOVEMBER 9, 2010*

It's hard to believe that this sweet, tiny baby is one year old!

That year went by way too fast!!!

Now she is walking and talking and trying to keep up with her big brother Logan. She loves food more than anything in the world but she is a tiny petite little thing. Ava is sweet as can be but she also has a mischevious side. She is definitely a momma's girl and will become a big sister in a few short months.

Ava, it has been a joy to have you in our family. Your are a treasure to Mammaw and Papa.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY!
WE LOVE YOU!!!

Kip came into my life 23 years ago today.

He's been such a blessing in my life.

He has the ability to make people smile and laugh

and he's always got a funny story to share.

He's a wonderful uncle to Ava and Logan,

he's a hard worker and

would do just about anything for anyone.

He can quote almost any movie

and he has an infectious laugh.

I hope you have a great birthday.

Love and hugs to you,

xox Mom xox

Time is flying by . . .

It's almost time!!!

Finally!

IT'S A GIRL!!!!!

YAY!!!!

On Friday I got to go with Lindsay, Logan and Ava to the 3rd ultrasound with HIGH hopes of finding out what baby #3 is. It took some coaxing from the technician but we finally got a glimpse of the "parts"! She is one stubborn, or modest, little girl. Yes, it's a girl!! Ava will be a big sister in February when she's only 15 months old. Logan was a bit sad that it wasn't a boy but he will still be the KING of the household! And, if anyone can handle all of this, it's Lindsay. She is one amazing mom! It was so fun to be at the ultrasound and see the results. I feel so incredibly blessed to be adding another sweet soul to our family. I can't believe what an amazing family I have and I love that we just keep adding people to it and the love just grows and grows.