10 years ago today....

10 years ago today, I lost my dad. Man, do I miss him still so very much. It is amazing how there are some days where I still get the urge to pick up the phone and call him. I miss hearing his voice. I miss so much about him. My dad was one amazing man. He was incredibly generous. He was a wonderful dad who was always there for me. He was always complimenting me on everything from my outfit, to the decisions I had made. I was there when my dad died. I saw it all. As hard as those images are to have in my head, I am grateful I got to be with him in those final moments. It was just me and my mom, and that is a moment in time I will cherish always. I feel incredibly blessed to have been in his daughter and for all of the love he gave me while on this earth. That's all I can write for now....

While the boys are away...the girls will play!!!

Dessert at Johnny Rockets!! Sooo yummy!!!

Kimbo getting her manicure

Rachel getting her manicure

Rachel's first pedicure

Kimbo's first pedicure!!!

Buddy and Garrison went on a father and sons campout for church the weekend of May 15th and 16th. So, I asked my friends if they would watch Natalie so I could take the older girls on a date with their mom. We had such an amazing time. First we went to get our toes and nails done. They LOVED that. It was so cute watching them. They were the hit of the salon. Then we went to this awesome diner called Johnny Rockets. It is just like a 50's diner. We were laughing so hard (at Kimbo's antics of course) and just had an awesome time. Then we went SHOPPING!!!! What is a girls night without shopping??? We were so tired after all of that was finished so we topped the night off with watching "Hairspray" of which the girls lasted maybe 20 minutes before they conked out. It was a wonderful night. I will honestly hold it close to my heart for years to come. Thanks for being such wonderful and fun girls Rachel and Kimbo!! I love you so much!!!

Kindergarten Graduation!!!

Kimbo look so scholarly!! :)

Ms. Ray (the EA), Kimbo and her teacher Mrs. Varnell

Kimbo was in charge of the letter Q for the "Kindergarten ABC's"

Kimbo walking into the room trying so hard to keep her hat from falling off.

Well, today was Kimbo's kindergarten graduation. We are so proud of her. She looked so cute walking into the room with her cap on. I cried of course!! Kimbo has grown up so much this year. She is such an incredible joy in our home. She has been such a blessing to me. She truly does light up not only our home, but my life. Here's to you, our big 1st grader!!!!!!! I love you to pieces!!!

Happy Birthday Babe!!!

Today is Buddy's 34th birthday. I just wanted to take a moment and tell him (and everyone else) just how much this amazing man means to me. I love him more than words can say. He sacrifices so much for our family and his patience (especially with me) never ceases to amaze me. He is such an amazing dad. He loves his kids and shows them continuously how special they really are. He is an incredibly hard work and extremely loyal. I could go on, and on, and on, and on... but you get the point. Happy Birthday to the love of my life.