The Vols. Sigh.

We went to see a game early in the season and they won. It's been a long season trying to convince Blake to hang with them. Had some good friends over to cheer them on to beat Florida. Game was disappointing but the company was good!

Cheekwood Tree Houses

We took a Sunday afternoon and visited the amazing tree houses at the Cheekwood Botanical Gardens. Our favorite was the Walden Treehouse.

Blair Updates

Blair is doing great in Kindergarten. We are really proud of her. She is reading and loves to play school! She is, according to her coach, a soccer ninja, has learned to ride her bike without training wheels (I have chosen to omit the horrid crash she had prior to this shot that I just happen to get on video.) and yes, before I get a scolding, she had on a helmet, and she is a Daisy Scout. Who wants Girls Scout Cookies??

Ahhh Remember Summer

I know one thing. As I sit here and write this post on a cold and windy October evening, I am a summer girl. If it's below 60 degrees, I'm freezing! Here are a couple of pictures from summer to keep me looking forward to next summer!

First Day of School

Blake and Blair had their first half-day of school. Blake is in second grade and Blair started Kindergarten. Scott and I went in with Blair this morning for a parent meeting. She is very excited about going to school. She goes Monday for her first full day. Blake is looking forward to second grade but is a little sad that many of his friends have been zoned to the new school. But, he got in the car today and said that he had already made a new friend. I think he'll be just fine!

A Fishing Trip

Blake and Blair sweet-talked their papaw and Uncle Charlie in to taking them fishing. I figured it would be too hot to catch anything, but they caught a whole boat load of bluegill. They had the BEST time and, according to their papaw, are quite the fishermen. They have no problem handling the worms, crickets, minnows and fish! Dad cleaned all 30-40 fish and we ate them for supper!

A Fun Visit

Blake and Blair enjoyed spending time with their mimie and Blair loves to help Mamaw cook!

St. George Island

We just back from a trip to St. George Island, Florida. It was a perfect for a trip to enjoy the beach and family time. There isn't much there but, I truly think it adds to the charm--great seafood, great seashells and great family time.

St. George Island State Park

While on the island we visited the state park which "Dr. Beach" voted the #4 most beautiful beach in America. It was truly beautiful and the shells were amazing. Also, lots of sea turtle nests. I wish I could be there in August to see those little guys make their way to the ocean!

Fun with Friends

A family we are friends with also went to the beach this week. We didn't plan it together but it couldn't have worked out more perfectly. The children had the best time playing together on the beach!

Lazy Spring Day at Becky's

Back in May we made a trip to east Tennessee for a family visit. It was a beautiful day and we had a wonderful time. We celebrated Taylor's graduation and Blake's and my birthday.

For the past 6 years I have been driving at least one little person to pre-school. Blair "graduated" on Monday. A tad bittersweet, but so very proud of her!

Just a couple of good pictures...

Blake's Birthday

Blake had a sleepover on Friday with a few of his friends. I think the key to success was keeping it small and it helped that Blair spent the night with her friend which is one of the boys little sisters. There were no tears, no one got mad and no one got hurt. I think this is the best group of little boys around! We had a bouncer on Friday evening and they all played outside until dark. When they came in they played upstairs and then went to sleep about 11. They were up early and after breakfast they watched cartoons and played outside more. Blake was pretty exhausted Saturday afternoon but everyone seems to have recovered.

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We have celebrated Blake's birthday all week! We celebrated on his actual birthday, just the four of us, by going out for breakfast and opening presents. On Sunday, mamaw, papaw and nana came and we celebrated again with Blake's favorite meal of fried chicken and vegetables, opened MORE presents and had nana's super yummy cupcakes.

Blair's Recital