Day 26: old photo

It's been a sick ward at our house this week so I haven't had time to blog or look up an old photo. This is the oldest photo I had already on my computer. Aren't they cute?! It's proof they used to like each other! {wink}.

Day 25: everyday I am

Thankful for our bonus baby (as well as his big brothers!).



I'm thankful for God's plan and His timing, even if it doesn't seem right at the time.

Day 24: listening to

Alex crying from being so sick. Wish I could give him a magic pill and make him all better. I wanted to take a picture of him but he wouldn't allow it. I hope he feels better soon.


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Day 23: favorites

It's interesting that today's photo prompt is favorites. Today is the 2 year anniversary of my dad passing away. We decided to celebrate my dad's favorites things today. We started out with his favorite breakfast...donuts.



We told favorite stories of my dad, used words he used, listened to Elvis music (Andy even ordered the Elvis Presley combo at Chuy's), but most of all just spent time together as a family. Family was the most important thing in life to my dad. Can't believe it's been 2 years. I love and miss you Daddy.

Day 22: handwritten

Thankful for handwritten notes from my dad.


One of the MANY things I loved about my dad is that he always wrote me a little note in every card I got from my parents (birthday, Mother's Day, etc). He didn't just sign his name. I was always so grateful for those notes, and even more so today. I can't even write anymore because I can't see through my tears. Man I miss him.

Day 21: eyes

Look at the eyelashes attached to these eyes! All of our boys have long eye lashes. I'm jealous!



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Day 20: in my pocket

The only thing I ever have in my pocket are my car keys. If I go in somewhere I will always put my keys in my pocket instead of my purse.
                               
I would never find them if I put them in here! It's a never ending black hole.

Day 19: light

One of the things I LOVE about our house is all of the natural lighting. I like things bright! I spend the most time in the kitchen and we have 4 windows and a skylight. The living room that attaches to the kitchen has 4 windows and french doors. Even on cloudy days like today there is still lots of natural light. Light makes me happy!















Apologies for the blurry phone pics, but I'm sure you are used to it by now!

Day 18: sunshine

The sun decided to come out finally!



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Day 17: I wore

The last time I wore my hair like this was over 20 years ago!



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Day 16: around town

"Driving" around town.



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Day 15: dislike

I dislike how fast this little guy is growing up. He is 14 months today!



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Day 14: love is

A homemade valentine card from your son. I love that kid!



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Day 13: sweet

I'm giving up sweet stuff for lent. Pretty hard to do with these still in my pantry!



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Day 12: heart

Trying not to give myself a heart attack doing the Jillian Michaels workout video. It's been at least 10 years since I've worked out. Very eye opening doing these videos. I used to be able to do the splits and high kicks! Now I can't even touch my toes without serious pain! Let's hope I keep up with these daily torture routines! I obviously need it!


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Day 11: transportation

We've traded in the old for the new and new to us. I got a new suburban and Andy bought a used F350 and Chevy Malibu. We both put a ton of miles on our vehicles each year and with soaring gas prices we are hoping the Malibu balances out the suburban to keep our gas bill about the same. I rode in the Malibu for the first time yesterday and I really like it. It's nice to just whip into a parking spot or make a u-turn in one motion! Then there is the opposite extreme in the Ford. I can barely get in and out of it! Thank goodness for the running board and the inside handle! But it's a lot of fun to ride in. It's Mason's "dream truck"! I love my suburban. It has plenty of room and its such a smooth and quiet ride. Just don't ask me to parallel park it!








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Day 10: up

Up to no good!





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Day 9: comfort

My most favorite pair of jeans. I'm a little in mourning because they recently got a big hole on the backside. I can't wear them in public anymore. Well, I guess I could, I've seen worse. But I choose not too! They are still super comfy to wear at home!


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Day 8: in my hand

I forgot to post this yesterday. I drink my morning coffee from ROA coffee cups. My dad used to run the Retired Officer's Association for retired TABC agents. I have matching coffee cups but I only use my ROA ones. I think about my dad each time I use them. I miss him so much.


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Day 7: hobby

Apparently my latest hobby is eating. See photo on Day 6!


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Day 6: challenge

See anything healthy in here? Me neither.


There are so many things that are challenging me in this season of my life but one that is way out of control right now is my eating. Since I had Austin I am at home WAY more than I have ever been. All I do is eat. That would be ok if I ate fruits and veggies all day. But right now I eat carbs and sweets. On top of that I don't exercise. I feel gross, tired and fat. But what am I doing about it? Nothing. I'm too tired to do anything so I better drink caffeine and eat chocolate so I won't be so tired. Vicious cycle. I need some motivation!

Day 5- self portrait

Cheese...from the carline.




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Day 4- Routine

Austin and I have somewhat of a routine during the day. But Austin has his own routine too!
Every morning after dropping off the big boys we play outside for awhile. The first thing he does is pick up this big rock and carry it around!


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Day 3- game

Before the Super Bowl game we had a big hayride for Tice's birthday. We had a fantastic afternoon with friends. I think I gained 20 lbs. Happy Birthday Tice and Blake!


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Photo challenge Day 2

Day 2- "angle". From my angle this morning.



While #2 and #3 are having fun coloring #1 is sick with a stomach virus. Poor buddy.

Photo challenge day 1

Day 1 said "vintage". Some people would think antique. I thought vineyards! Although I didn't take this pic myself here is a pic of my favorite wine right now!



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