Halloween Night - Post of a thousand photos!!

Our evening began with Lilli trick-or-treating and visiting with some family members.  We visited Lainey & Liesel, but sadly missed seeing Aunt Boo. They gave Lilli a goodie bag filled with treats!!

... then we went to Grandma and Great-Grandma Lillie's house

... then we went to see Uncle John and Aunt Chele

... & finally we stopped by Nana and Papa's house

Next we headed to church for a little "Trunk or Treating". What fun! I had never been to one of these events and it was a first for the church too. I think it was a huge success. GREAT!!! There were about 25 trunks decorated with Biblical themes! So many kids... so good to see!!

Following Trunk or Treat, we headed home to pass out pretzels & pencils to the neighborhood kids. Personally, I just don't like giving out candy. The kids already have a ton of it, so I prefer doing something a little different.
Our neighborhood "Trick-or-Treat Central"!!  THERE ARE KIDS EVERYWHERE!!!  Lilli adores sitting on the front porch, passing out the goodies too. She was so funny this year. If the kids didn't say "trick or treat", she'd blankly stare at them and refuse to give them a treat. Then she'd also reminded several children to say "thank you"... or "you need to use your manners". (LOL) My silly girl... oh, how I love her!!!!

 

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

Let the Halloween festivities begin...

Our Halloween weekend began on Saturday evening with a party. Lilli’s little friend from Faith Fellowship, Jake and his parents Mara and Bill, hosted the gathering out on their family's farm. The three and four year olds had a ball bouncing and playing, while their parents and grandparents socialized. There was a bounce house, hay ride, games and a weenie roast… Oh, and LOTS of desserts & candy!  A WHOLE BUNCH... far too many to resist! Especially these white chocolate covered chocolate cake balls. OH MY!!! I bet I ate 5 or 6 of those.

  

Many thanks to Jake, Mara and Bill!! It was a such wonderful evening of fellowship, food and fun. Mara... I need your recipes for those white chocolate covered thingees... yummm-mo!
Hope everyone has a terrific Tuesday! ((HUGS))

Friday's Photos

It's a strange phenomenon to have short sleeves on late October, but here we are... A cool down is expected this weekend & we are sooooo ready for it! Hope everyone has a spooky, spectacular Halloween weekend! ((HUGS)) to all my favorite blogger goblins!!

Thankful Thursday - 2 Weeks, 2 Days

It's been TWO WEEKS and TWO DAYS since Lilli's last nose bleed.... and for that, I am VERY THANKFUL! Praise God!!! We have been quadrupling up on her meds, but it has been sooooooo worth it!  They are also helping me at school by putting vaseline in her nose around lunch time.  It seems to really be helping!!  Thank you Abba for lifting this burdon from my shoulders over the last couple of weeks.  Worry consumes me at times, but I know I need to just lay my troubles down before you!!
A friend and photographer took these photos at a local park, while Lilli was spending some time with her Aunt Boo one afternoon.

 

 

 

Stacie is just getting started in her photography business and loves to do "candid" shots.  She's got a really good eye, don't cha' think?  These five were my favorites from the day. Thank you Stacie for sharing your artistic eye. Also, we are so honored that you want Lilli to be apart of your portfolio... truly honored!!
Hope everyone has a blessed Thursday. What are you thankful for today?

Wordless Wednesday

Halloween Party at Tap Class

 

Hope everyone has a wonderful Wednesday!!

Just a quick one...

Hey y'all!

I've been so busy over the last week, I haven't had an opportunity to concentrate on the blog, nor have I taken any photos of my lil' pumpkin. You'll be happy to know, I have several activities planned for Lilli over the next few days, as well as the coming weekend... so lots of picture taking opportunities!! Tonight is "costume night" at tap class... & Lilli's been talking about it all week long. So excited!!! Then this weekend, we are having some photos taken with a professional photgrapher... mainly Lilli, but Mommy & Daddy may slip in a few shots. They will all be taken outside. I'm sooooo looking forward to it, as I have seen the photographer's work and she does an excellent job... really beautiful work! They will probably be our Christmas cards, so I probably won't be sharing those photos with you. Then on Saturday, we have a Halloween costume party to attend & on Sunday Trunk-or-Treat at the church. Needless to say, "Ladybug Girl" is going to be a VERY BUSY BUG! Lilli decided that she wanted to be the character of her favorite book this year. Speaking of which, I've gotta get busy and find Lilli a pair of red and black polka-dot rain boots...

Her favorite quote from the book: "I'm Ladybug Girl and I can do anything!"

**NOTE: Parents, if you don't have this book, I highly recommend it! It's precious!!!

Wishing everyone a happy Tuesday... ((HUGS))

What Makes a Dad?

God took the strength of a mountain,

The majesty of a tree,

The warmth of a summer sun,

The calm of a quiet sea,

The generous soul of nature,

The comforting arm of night,

The wisdom of the ages,

The power of the eagle's flight,

The joy of a morning in spring,

The faith of a mustard seed,

The patience of eternity,

The depth of a family need,

Then God combined these qualities,

When there was nothing more to add,

He knew His masterpiece was complete,

And so,

He called it ... Dad

~~Author Unknown.~~

Hope everyone has a blessed Tuesday! ((HUGS))