More Snow Pics....

House doesn't know whether or not he wants to get his paw cold or not. He just wants to the snow!

Can ya tell we basically live in the woods? This is a backyard shot.

So today we had another snow day. Evidently it must be pretty ice out. I know that around 5 a.m. we had sleeting rain coming down but it was gone when I crawled out of bed around 8:45 a.m. The snow days have definitely been a blessing for my health because I know that I would have had to call of work sick. I drank some Nyquil last night before bed but all it really did was make me have bizarre dreams. Hopefully we'll at least have a two hour delay tomorrow. They are saying that we are expecting another wintry mix this week-end. I hope not because I never have liked winter.

Our backyard

I thought you might enjoy a few more pics of the white stuff. Have a safe week!

House eats the snow like it's fresh meat! LOL


Mia Sue can barely walk in the white stuff....

Snow Day

Well, we received about 9 inches of the white stuff this week-end. That meant no school today. Yippee!!! Of course, if we were back in WV, then they'd have no problem heading off to school. It's funny how the folks around here freak out at the mention of snow.

I just thought I'd share a few photographs of our wintry wonderland with you. House is loving it! You definitely don't need a snow shovel with him around. He's eating the snow as if you just served him a hamburger! haha

Hope all is well with everyone. Stay warm! :o)

Pants on the Ground- Larry Platt (with Lyrics!!!)

I haven't watched American Idol the past few years because I got bit burnt out on it. For those of you that are idol fans, you've probably already enjoyed this engaging hilarious clip. For those who haven't....hold on to your bladder because this is the HILARIOUS!!!

Happy Birthday to Paige & Johnathan....

Johnathan, Ray & sweet Paige

Paige & her daddy

Ray & Johnathan

Today is Ray's daughter Paige's 17th birthday. I can remember back when she was in tumbling with my son Brady in Germany. She was so cute and well mannered. I thought I'd post a few of their earlier pictures just like I do my own children during birthday time! :o)

Is she not the sweetest thing?

Tomorrow is his son Johnathan's birthday. He will be 20! Time sure does fly by!!!

Paige & Johnathan live in Ewen, Michigan. It's hard for Ray to be away from his children and as their step-mom, it's hard on me too because we really want them to be a big part of our lives.

Well, I pray they both have a safe, wonderful and fun birthday! Enjoy the pics!!!

Paige Emily

Johnathan Michael

Merry Christmas!

Well, we received a pretty large amount of snow last week-end. At least for this area. We got about 12 inches. So, needless to say, we haven't been up to much! It amazes me how Carolinians panic when they even hear the word snow! LOL Being from WV, we're use to driving around in quite a few feet before it stops us.

We are now on Christmas break from school. Yippee!!! Now, if only I could energize myself to be productive! The boys and I went shopping yesterday for those last minute Christmas items and they weren't too thrilled when I made them get their photo's taken. They're growing up way too fast. Brady is taller than me now and we thought he'd never grow!!! hehe

I pray you all have a blessed Christmas and remember the real meaning of that day.

Hugs to all!

Happy 1st Birthday House!!!

Well, things have definitely been hustling and bustling around here! I have been so involved with painting my scrapbooking room/office area that I completely forgot that yesterday was House's very first birthday. :o(

Here is a fresh new photo of the little guy taken just a few days ago for Christmas. Isn't he handsome in his little Santa hat?

Christmas has come so fast this year! I am hoping to finish getting the office organized in the next day or so. I am itching to make some Christmas cards!!!!

Well, hope you all have a safe week as you prepare for the holidays!

Happy Thanksgiving!

Wishing you and your family and wonderful and blessed Thanksgiving.

Happy Veterans Day!

I was raised in a very patriotic family. Both of my grandfathers served our country and my dad served during Vietnam in the U.S. Army. My sister and I were always attending VFW events and were raised to respect our flag, our country and those who serve.

As Americans, we have faced a very intense week of loss once again in our country. The fallen soldiers at Ft. Hood and their families need our prayers and support. I cannot imagine the sadness that their family and friends are going through. As a former military spouse myself, it is disturbing to know that such a malice act occurred on a military post. One in which you are suppose to feel safe. But yet, we are made to feel unsafe on our own soil once again.

So today, I not only want to thank those Veterans that served, but their families that serve "behind the scenes" as well. The spouses that are left behind to raise their children....the parents that watch their son or daughter graduate from high school and immediately put that uniform on and bravely fight for our freedom. Military life is one of all challenges and obstacles for all involved.

Thank you for your service and may God watch over you and bless each and every one that serves.

The Beauty of Fall.....

Mia Sue strolling in her backyard

Here are a few photo's of our backyard. Fall is my favorite season. I just love all the beautiful earth tone colors.

We have had quite a busy week. Ray is finally home from the hospital and seems to be recovering well. I think he believes he is Superman because he's beginning to push himself a bit too much. I am just thankful that he made it through that horrible ordeal. I truly was afraid I was going to lose him.

The boys are wrapping up their popcorn sales. Brandon has sold over $1300.00 so far! Brady finished up the classroom instruction for driver's ed and will begin student driving in about six weeks. I hate it that they have to wait so long in between sessions.

I went back to work today after being off all of last week to stay at the hospital with Ray. It was nice to be back with the kids and they sure didn't hesitate to smother me in hugs and kisses.

Well, off to set the coffee pot for the morning!

In Our New Home at Last....

Well, after many months of long week-ends searching for our perfect home, we have finally settled into it. We closed about three weeks ago, but I have been so busy unpacking, painting and making it comfortable, that I haven't really had time to post any new entries. On top of that, Ray & I have both been sick off and on.

But we are finally in our new home. We simply cannot wait to do all the renovations that we visualize. But that will have to be something that happens over a period of time. Renovations don't come cheap ya know! :o)

The past few weeks we have focused on fixing up our living space. First, we had to shop for a couch. Ray decided a sectional would be best........(with a bit of protest from me b/c I thought that it would take up too much space). Well, I believe everything fit together beautifully. So I guess I'll admit he made a good choice.

Once we picked out our couch and area rug, I began sorting through paint colors. That alone challenged me for days. I guess that he & I watch too much HGTV because I wanted more colors and styles than we had walls too paint! Believe me, there are many rooms yet to be designed.

Ray has been busy updating all the electrical outlets and even added some wiring to a few areas that didn't have access to power. Now, if only he were an electrician AND a plumber, then we'd be set.

I've been out of work the past few days sick with strep throat (as usual during the school year it seems). It's been difficult for me to just lay still and rest because there are so many things I want to do around the house. Hopefully, I will be able to tackle at least a small project tomorrow.

I would have taken more photo's, but the battery on my camera died right in the middle of taking these. So enjoy what you can see of our living room! We still have to decorate with photo's and such.......just haven't had time to get them unpacked yet. Hopefully soon because I love having all of our kids pictures hanging around the house.

Hope all is well with everyone. Get ready to crank those heaters up........winter is just around the corner. Hugs!