I'm the worst blogger!!

Hey All! Who ever is out there and still checks in on me.....I was recently told I was "the worst blogger ever"!! It's true. I have been extremely busy at work and with Emma AND I've started using facebook, so I haven't kept up with my blog.

Anyway, like I said things have been crazy. 6 out of 18 people in my department are leaving, including my direct supervisor. Needless to say, this has put a little extra stress on those of us who are staying. Also, Emma turns two in a week!! Amazing! She is so much fun and is always doing something to amaze us. Her favorite things are singing her ABCs, singing "happy birthday", and counting. We will be tackling potty training in the next few weeks! I'll keep you updated.

VBS starts tonight and I volunteered to teach...and then Jody's schedule changed and he is out of town!! I seem to have a problem with over-committment!! Oh well, it should be fun. Here are some new pics of Emma! BTW, they are pictures of Emma "helping" fold the laundry. She wanted to wear mom's underware....I helped her choose appropriate ones for pictures!!

Cruising

Jody and I went on a cruise for 5 days. I was a great Mommy and Daddy only time. We left from Ft. Lauderdale, FL to Belize, to Cozymel, to Key West. We had a WONDERFUL time. Emma was pretty spoiled by Gigi and Pawpaw, too! Here are some pictures.

I'm back!!

We had a great Christmas and a very nice break from work. It's hard to believe we're already into mid-January!! Emma is growing like a weed, at least developmentally. She's still on the "petite" side! Here are some recent pics!

Jody and I have birthdays coming very soon! To celebrate Jody's bday, we're going to the Dallas Cowboy's playoff game Sunday...Go Cowboys!! Cheer them on Sunday at 3:30!!!

Little Witches

Tonight was trunk or treat at church. We had a great time. Emma was super cute in her witch costume....Mama was a witch, too. Cousins Hannah and Haley and Aunt Amy and Uncle Joel also came!!

Emma is almost 16 mos old now. She LOVES people! She says "hi" to everyone. Her favorite words are: baby, Nana, Mommy, apple, and no". Lots of fun!

Prayers Needed

Jody's cousin, Boothe and her family are dealing with an unbelievable test of faith. Their 2nd daughter, Copeland, was born with Trisomy 18 6 days ago. She was not expected to survive longer than and few hours. Boothe has an inspiring and heart-wrenching blog: http://conorbootheandgirls.blogspot.com/

Eventhough it will probably make you cry, I encourage you to read it. She is honest with her emotions but testifies daily to God's power and wisdom. I am amazed by this mother's faith and encouragement while dealing with such a terrible situation. Again, I encourage you to read it and take in her closeness to the Father.

10 years ago!!

Here are some pics from my 10 year high school reunion. It's hard to believe I'm sooo old!! I had a good time and was able to catch up with friends I had not seen in 10 years.... Some high school social injustice was remedied - one of the hot, football players came up unattractive and chubby!! Anyway, enjoy the pics!