fun with Great Gran

Great Gran is in Little Rock this week and we had her all to ourselves yesterday afternoon. Eli had fun showing off his outdoor toys, finding walking sticks (which were really only sticks, but he doesn't quite understand the difference) and then playing in the water table with Lucy. It was a nice afternoon. Eli and Lucy sure do love their Great Gran. Thanks for hanging out with us. We love you very much!

Father's Day

Yesterday was quite a day! We didn't slow down long enough for me to post, but it's better late than never, right. We started the day off by surprising Nathan with a fancy Belgian waffle maker. He has been commenting on how he would really enjoy a nice fluffy big waffle every time we made waffles in our small, not fluffy, little waffle maker. He actually got an update to his closet about a week and a half ago. Eli and I went and got him shirts, shorts and pants. I kept telling Eli that is was a surprise and we couldn't tell daddy and he was all, Yea, surprise. Well, if you have read Nathan's post previous to this one you know that Eli ran in and couldn't wait to share with Nathan about his surprise. It was all he could do to race in, find his daddy and tell him about it. He was so proud to give the clothes to his daddy. I figured, why wait, Eli already told him what we got and Nathan could be wearing them. (really, I'm no good at waiting to give presents, I love to give them at the first chance possible) So, fast forward from then to yesterday, we made the huge fluffy waffles. They were sooo filling, I couldn't even finish a half of one. Then we went to church, came home and had lunch with our community group and put Eli down for a nap. I then started preparing for dinner. We had Nathan's Dad, Grandmother and youngest brother over for dinner. It was nice to see all of them. We hardly get to see Elliott, so that was a nice treat. We don't get to see Great Gran very often either, so Eli was loving all the attention from them. It was quite a treat. After the dishes were cleaned up I sat down to read and passed out! I couldn't believe how tired I was. Anyway, it was a great day. Somehow, I never got the camera out. I'm kicking myself about it today, but I posted some below from the last two months.

Happy Father's day to the best Daddy on the planet!! Thank you for all the stories read, popsicles shared, trips flying through the house, diapers changed, many hours of hard work at your job *especially this past week*, for foot rubs and date nights, for encouraging words and hugs and kisses. I couldn't have ever dreamed up a better man to raise children with, you are a blessing beyond my wildest dreams.

Also, Happy Father's day, belated, to Granpa aka Papa and Big Daddy. You are two very important men in our kids lives and in ours. Thank you for playing such an active roles in all of our lives. We love you sooooo much!!!!

uh-prise

In the last month or so, Eli has really gotten into surprises. He calls them uh-prises. Amy and the kids went shopping to get me something for fathers day a little over a week ago. When they came home, Eli ran into the living room and said "Uh prise, it's a shirt." He doesn't quite have the secret thing down yet.

So, later on, Amy and the kids went with Nana to Chuck E Cheese's. Eli came home with a special cup with a straw and a sucker. He came running into my office and said "uh-prise" and gave me the drink and the half eaten sucker. I took them and said are these for me? He looked at me like I was crazy and said "No, they're Eli's." Then, he took them back. He is one cute handful.

Chuck E Cheese Please

Nana treated us to lunch at Chuck E Cheese yesterday. It was a great trip. Eli even let Lucy ride with him on a couple of rides! Thanks Nana!

Happy Bday Will

My nephew, Will, turns 7 this week. On Sunday he had a family party at his house. It was a fun day, long with the driving there and back, but o so worth it. Nana got a giga ball and my patient, sweet husband blew it up. You had to blow it up one section at a time and there were many sections!!! Thanks babe!

Above is a picture of my nephew with 2 of his best buddies totally rockin out to a christian hard rock cd. It was hilarious!!!

Grand Opening of NLR Farmer's Market (CAFM)

Last Sat was the official start of the NLR Farmer's Market. They have been open for a little bit, but that day was the big celebration and such. There was a ribbon cutting, a few words from our Mayor and Jodi Hardin, the man behind this and the new Argenta grocery. They had a great local bluegrass band and they served beefalo burgers. We ended up with local honey, blackberries and strawberries. It was fun to be a part of the "beginning". If you haven't already, you need to check out the new FM. They are open Tuesday and Sat from 7-12. It is on Main Street in downtown NLR. The farmers are all local and bring true homegrown goodies each week. Here is a link with more information for all those that are interested. http://www.arkansasfood.net/page3.php

Krecia and Patch

We had the privelage of hosting a couples shower with 2 other lovely ladies a couple of weekends ago. It was for our friends Krecia and Patrick, aka Patch. I have known Krecia for several years now and have only recently been around Patch, but we approve! :) We couldn't be more excited!!! Congratulations!!