A Thankful Weekend...

We had a very memorable, wonderful Thanksgiving. The house has been decorated for Christmas... I completed almost all of my shopping, Lilli's Little People Nativity Scene has been brought out. Life is so very good... GOD IS GREAT!

On Saturday Danny and I went to the NCSU/FDU basketball game in Raleigh. I bought Danny tickets for his birthday. He really enjoyed himself... we both did! Yes, you read that right - - this DUKE fan had a good time! Danny was thrilled to see some of his favorite Wolfpack players from the past, now on the coaching staff - Monty Towe and Sidney Lowe. We had seats that were only about 3 rows from the floor, so we were really close to the action.

While we were at the game, Lilli stayed with Nana & Papa... and then later had her very first sleep-over at Unc John & Aunt Chele's house. She did really well too! No tears and she slept through the whole night. Danny & I missed her terribly. It just didn't feel 'right' not having her with us. We've already promised her that we will take her to the next basketball game we attend... Mom, Dad, John & Michele... many thanks for helping us with Lillibug!! XOXO Lilli had lots of fun with y'all!!!

Look what my Mommy & Daddy brought me from the game...
MRS. WULF!!!

Overall, we just had a really relaxing, fun-filled, long weekend. As a family, we have so much to be thankful for...

Hope all of you had a great Thanksgiving too!! ((HUGS))

Day 25

Today, I am THANKFUL for YOU!

Hope you have a wonderful Thanksgiving!!!If you plan on traveling over the next few days, please be careful! ((HUGS))

Day 24

Silly, I know... but I am thankful for NCAA Basketball. More importantly, my team!!! (A few of you are cringing right now - LOL)
My Duke Blue Devils are reigning National Champs and are ranked #1 in the polls. This year's team is the STRONGEST group of players I've seen at Duke in a long time! Wooot-wooot! All this... & our recruiting class for 2011 is second to none!!!  Sorry, I'm gloating!

Lilli's basking in the GREATNESS of 'her team' too...

Lilli adores college basketball like we do... She says she's going to marry Kyle Singler (#12 - Forward, National Player of the Year!) because he can shoot bucccccccckets!!!! Smart girl!

Hope everyone has a happy Wednesday! ((HUGS))

Day 23

I am thankful for our very extended "China Family"!

Going through the journey of adopting "Chosen Children of God" together, means you will always have a place in my heart. We laughed together, we cried together, we grew as families together. I love you all so much!!!

Hope everyone has a wonderful Tuesday... (HUGS))

Day 22

I am thankful for...

...my daughter's imagination and creativity! She's so silly!

Hope everyone has a super Monday! ((HUGS))

Days 20 and 21...

Day 20 - I am thankful for playdates at the park with good friends!

Josie, Samuel, Lydia and Lilli at the Nature Center

Day 21 - I am thankful for a weekend full of fun, visits with friends & family... and lots of much needed rest!

Hope everyone has had a truly blessed weekend! ((HUGS))

Day 19...

I am truly thankful for the wonderful way my daughter's beautiful smile can turn a really dark, dreary day into a bright, beautiful one!!!

Can I get an AMEN?

Hope everyone has a spectacular weekend. ((HUGS))

Thankful Thursday - 18 Things!!

Every year, I start at the beginning of November, listing something everyday that I am thankful for... If you will humor me, I have compiled my list for my last 18 days. I have been writing them on my calendar, but never added them to my blog.

So here is my thankful list for the first 18 days of November:

1. A merciful God who forgives me & loves me unconditionally
2. A loving family
3. An adorable, hard-working husband
4. A beautiful daughter... WHAT A BLESSING!!!!

5. My best girlfriends - Martha and Scarlett
6. My Bible Study “Siestas”
7. Job security
8. Our new church family at Faith Fellowship
9. Our old church family at First Presbyterian
10. A nice home
11. A warm coat
12. Food in the pantry
13. My old, somewhat reliable mini van
14. Capturing my daughter’s life on film
15. The beauty of the fall leaves falling to the ground
16. A hot cup of coffee
17. The sound of children laughing
18. Snuggling with Danny & Lilli

My list is pretty simple, but everyone of them true. What are you thankful for on this "Thankful Thursday"? ((HUGS))

Wordless Wednesday

 

Have a wonderful Wednesday y'all! ((HUGS))

Yaaaeeeye, it's Samuel's Birthday!!

Wanted to share a few photos from our friend's birthday party. Samuel is the son of my best friend, Martha... and turn 5 years old last week! Samuel celebrated his birthday surrounded by some of his friends and classmates at Jumping Parties on Saturday in Greenville. A terrific time was had by all!! Even some of the parents got in the bouncers and jumped... (you know who you are!) LOL

We love you bunches & hope your birthday was a happy day Samuel!

Have a wonderful Tuesday eveyone! ((HUGS))

A few of my favorites...

Lilli had a photo shoot a few weekends ago with a new local photographer...Thank you Brisson for a job well done! I wanted to share a few of my favorite pictures. We had some Christmas pictures taken as well, but I won't reveal those, as they will part of our Christmas card or Christmas gifts.

We have a full weekend of birthday parties and family visits... and we are finally joining Faith on Sunday. It's been a hard decision for me to make. Although I am excited about this new chapter in our lives, I am feeling sad at the same time. First Presbyterian has always been my home. The folks there raised me to be the young woman I am today. They love me... they love us. I will always love them too! Unfortunately, Lilli needed 'more' and I feel comfortable with our decision. Faith is great... Lilli loves it, Danny loves it and I love it!

Wishing everyone a wonderful weekend!! ((HUGS))

Thankful Thursday

On this Thankful Thursday, I am very thankful for Danny... Lilli's Daddy. Danny celebrated another birthday this past weekend. I won't reveal his age, because if I do, I'll be telling you my own age ...and I am 3 months older than Danny.

We were unable to celebrate with him on his birthday because he was working over the weekend. Sadly, other than a few minutes, we didn't get to see him at all.  The three of us got to celebrate on Monday night though, with a yummy dinner at the Olive Garden. (Jenny & Grant - the gift gard came in handy! Thank you!!)

YUMMY!!!!

On Tuesday evening, we went to my parent's house after Lilli's tap class, for a roasted chicken dinner followed by some delicious cake!! Thanks Mom and Dad... Danny loves you and appreciates everything so much!  Friday night, we will be going to dinner with Danny's Mom, so the celebrating continues! Hoping we'll go to House of Wang... my favorite!!

Gotta love my husband! He really knows how to drag a birthday celebration out, huh?!!??!!

Wishing everyone a terrific Tuesday.  What are you thankful for today?