We have season tickets to the local baseball team and Ashley loves to stalk Deuce and Daisy the entire game ;) Here's a cute shot we took of her and Daisy at a recent game.
7.13.2009
Ashley's Ice Cream Shoppe {3rd Birthday}
Ashley had some friends over to her Ice Cream Shoppe to help her celebrate her 3rd birthday! We had such a great time and the "make-your-own-sundae" party was a big hit!
I love this picture of Ashley and her sundae all loaded up.
All the kids got to load up their ice cream with all kinds of goodies. The kids loved it!
We started the party off outside with a Tinkerbell pinata and playing in Ashley's playhouse and sandbox.
Mommy had an idea to make a sundae and play "pin the cherry on the sundae" - Alex was the winner of this game :)
Here is Ashley getting ready to pin her cherry on the sundae :)
Ashley just had to make sure all of her friends had a cherry on their sundae. Here she is passing them out.
Happy Birthday, Ashley! Your party was super fun! You are such an amazing little girl. Always full of happiness and smiles. You are so kind to other kids and are always making sure they are ok and have everything they need. You are a sweetheart and I so look forward to watching you grow up over the next few years :) Love, Mommy
I love this picture of Ashley and her sundae all loaded up.
All the kids got to load up their ice cream with all kinds of goodies. The kids loved it!
We started the party off outside with a Tinkerbell pinata and playing in Ashley's playhouse and sandbox.
Mommy had an idea to make a sundae and play "pin the cherry on the sundae" - Alex was the winner of this game :)
Here is Ashley getting ready to pin her cherry on the sundae :)Ashley just had to make sure all of her friends had a cherry on their sundae. Here she is passing them out.Happy Birthday, Ashley! Your party was super fun! You are such an amazing little girl. Always full of happiness and smiles. You are so kind to other kids and are always making sure they are ok and have everything they need. You are a sweetheart and I so look forward to watching you grow up over the next few years :) Love, Mommy7.08.2009
We got a {puppy}
Introducing Biscuit!
{the sweetest little dog on the block!}
We had a great 4th of July weekend. Eric was off for a 4 days over the 4th so we got to hang out a lot as a family. We had a great time.
Eric got to attend Ashley's ballet class on Thursday, we went to Rudy's for BBQ, Le Peep for breakfast, had a yummy dinner at our favorite local Italian place - Fino's, went on walks, played in the backyard, went shopping, watched the Ice Skaters at the Galleria, went swimming with Granken, watched a baby bird take its first flight, went to Kaboom town to enjoy fireworks, walked in a parade, enjoyed lunch w/ Nana Pops Larry Tiffani and the boys, got a fish and a PUPPY!! So in honor of Biscuit, our new GoldenDoodle - I whipped up this new blog design :)
A girl and her dog. Biscuit is the sweetest most calm puppy I've ever met! Seriously - she is precious! She is so good with Ashley and loves to play - but also loves to nap at our feet. We are so happy to have added her to our family and are looking forward to many great years with her.
Look at that fur baby! What a cute face!
Biscuit and Ash having a blast running around the backyard.
We went to get a fish on Saturday...walked past the dogs and Ashley just had to play with this one. So we got her out and played with her for about 30 minutes. We were completely impressed with her calm and sweet demeanor. Ashley said, "that's a biscuit dog" - and we quietly started calling her Biscuit. We said goodbye to her and went home w/ our new fish. Mommy and Ashley just couldn't get this adorable little puppy out of their minds - so they kept talking about it. Mommy had been secretly looking at Austrailian Labradoodles on the internet, but didn't want to bring the subject up with Daddy until after our August vacation. Daddy secretly loved this little pup - and when Mommy and Ashley wouldn't stop talking about it - he said, "OK, let's go get her". Ashley got this huge smile on her face and said, "what did you say daddy, we can get her?" So off we went back to the pet store. Well, being the 4th of July - they closed early :( Ashley was so sad. Daddy looked through the window and *thought* that he saw her in there - so we spent the remainder of the evening at Wal-mart getting some puppy supplies. Ashley had a blast picking out all the stuff. Mommy & Daddy started praying that Biscuit would still be there in the morning. We woke up Sunday morning - skipped church - and headed straight to the pet store to wait for them to open. Mommy was ready to push and shove if need be - to get that sweet little puppy. It all worked out - we got Biscuit and brought her home. She fits in with our family perfectly and we already love her so much!
So how did this all come about? Well, we went to Kaboom Town on Friday night to watch fireworks and Ashley saw a boy carrying a goldfish around in a baggie...we searched the grounds high & low for anyone selling/giving away fish...no luck. So we promised her that we'd go to the pet store on Saturday afternoon and get a goldfish. We did - she named her fish "Super". Let me just say that I couldn't be happier at how the names worked out for the pets...I don't think I would have enjoyed having a dog named *Super*Enjoying a fun night out w/ Mommy & Daddy at Kaboom Town. Ashley had a blast eating a picnic, jumping in the bounce house, sliding down the super slide, making a sand art Tinkerbell bottle, and watching fireworks!
On the 4th - Ashley participated in her 3rd Independence Day Parade. We love this parade and have a great time each year.
Ash is wearing one of Mommy's dance receital costumes from when she was a little girl.
Little Miss Firecracker!!
With the cousins, waiting for the parade to begin.And one more bounce house for the weekend. This girl loves a good bounce house!!
We had a really great 4th and are now enjoying our new puppy :)
p.s. - I have 4 months worth of posts coming sometime soon! I'm way behind!
6.03.2009
Katie's Journey
A new personal family post is coming -- I promise. It has been three months -- I know. It has been a trying three months, we've been through a lot as a family...it hasn't all been bad though we have been doing some fun things too here in the Reiter household, I just haven't quite gotten around to posting any of them.
But I couldn't not share this -- Katie's Journey. I do not know Katie. I found her blog while searching for blogs about adoption about a month ago and have been following her since. She is an amazing woman of God. She is living proof of what God desires for us all - to live our lives for his glory and to share the Gospel.
Katie started Amazima Ministries International and is living in Uganda. She has done amazing things there and I am so inspired by her. I'm posting about her because she is an inspiration to me. I think what she is doing there in Uganda is so important -- and I wanted to share her journey with all of you. Hoping that you too will pray for her and her ministry daily.
Katie's Blog: http://kissesfromkatie.blogspot.com/
Amazima Website: http://www.amazima.org/
Here is a post she wrote in December:
"I found this story in my journal last night... its fairly old but still has the same meaning. As you hold the ones you love this Christmas, please keep in mind those who have no one to hold them.
Yesterday a sweet little girl named Rita came to my house with two teeth that had been completely eaten through by a cavity and were almost completely rotted away. The holes looked like they were starting to get infected and the nerve was exposed; I cant imagine how much pain she was in. I took her to the dentist, and they said they were closed. The dentist was in a hurry to leave and wouldn't help me, but he said I could use his things and do it myself. Of course I was terrified, but I was more scared to think about the teeth not being removed immediately; they looked so painful. I gave her a shot to numb her mouth, waited about ten minutes, tried to sterilize these tweezer things with a match and dug out what was remaining of her poor little teeth. I don't think she could feel it, but my heart hurt for her.
I took her back home, made her a hot bath and some soup. Then she had ice cream and slept in my bed under a big blanket. As i tucked the covers in around her and kissed her head she looked up at me with these big, wondering eyes. Unbelievable as it is, she was SOOO happy. She told me that this was the best day of her life, even though her mouth hurt. She said that she would get her teeth pulled every day if she could stay with someone like me. And that made my heart hurt even more.
There are so many children out there that don't feel loved on a daily basis. So many children that don't have a person to hold their hand or rub their back when they are scared and in pain. So many children who don't have the simple pleasures of taking a warm bath or sleeping under a blanket. I would move all of them, ALL of them into my house if I could. I wish I could love them all. I wish more people cared enough that they also wanted to love them all. Sometimes I just can't even believe how blessed I am. I have always been loved, always been cared for, always been warm and well-fed. Its frustrating sometimes, but mostly its just motivating.
Sometimes I feel so tired, and then something like this happens and I am reminded that I can give a child the best night of her life simply by making her soup and kissing her forehead. Simply by love her.Sometimes I feel so tired that I think if I give away any more of myself I may actually be empty. And then I remember, It is only in giving away the love given to me by the Father that I am ever actually full. And so I keep going because of Rita. Because kissing her forehead and saying 'I love you" actually did change the world for that little girl. Because maybe through my hands she can get just a glimpse of a fraction of the love her Maker has for her. There is nothing better. ~ Katie"
And her post from yesterday:
"The last few days have been simply unimaginable. So much so that I can hardly type. Last week was pretty trying; I discovered that what I though was a nasty break out around my mouth was actually impetigo, a staff like infection that causes open sores that weep, then scab, then crack and bleed, all over the face. The good thing is that this led us to diagnose Jane's impetigo, which we had written off as bug bites that she had scratched and irritated (hers are on her legs and trunk).
The next day our land lord let us know that she liked what we had done with her house so much that she wants to move back to Bukaya! We have until Novemeber to be out. The thought of moving my 13 children to another house is overwhelming to say the least, and much worse when you have open sores all over your face.
The next night, our dog Entula gave birth to eight puppies. Thats right. 13 children, 10 dogs, 2 goats, 2 chickens, sweet Christine, our visitor Carell and I. Oh my. I actually wrote on my facebook Monday, "I have 13 children, 10 dogs, 2 goats and 2 chickens. My life could not be more crazy, or more full!"
I was wrong. God could have brought me a crying mother holding her 4 pound 4 month old baby girl who could hardly breathe. And He did. My dear friend and employee brought her sister Susan here yesterday with her 4 month old baby girl, Happy. At first glance anyone would have thought this little thing was dead, but upon closer inspection I could see her chest, barely moving in and out. We rushed her to the nearest hospital where they put her on IV fluids and oxygen. This morning we took her to International Hospital in Kampala, the biggest and most modern hospital in Uganda, though still lacking compared to what we are used to. After much testing it was concluded that little Miss Happy has a 9mm hole in the wall between the ventricles of her heart. This means that her heart can not oxygenate blood properly causing the left ventricle to fail. This causes extreme pulmonary distress which leads to very fast heartbeat, decreased appetite and poor weight gain. More here. Aside from all this medical gibberish, what I am trying to say is, we need HELP. We have admitted Happy in the best hospital Uganda has and this is not free (no health insurance here...) They have her on a feeding tube to increase her weight (she is too small to withstand the heart operation that would be necessary to fix the hole), oxygen, and IV fluids. They are hoping to keep her like this at least for a few weeks to try and stabilize her. This treatment costs $500.00 for three days, that is about $5,000.00 for the month. After that we will need money to proceed with the surgery, though I am not sure of the price. They may be unable to do the surgery here, in which case we would need to fly to Nairobi, Johannesburg, or worst case scenario, the US.
I try not to be frustrated by the lack of necessary equipment and medical care here, by the fact that a simple check-up when she was a few weeks old could have caught and prevented all of this. We know that although we can care for this baby, it will ultimately be the Lord that heals her. I look into her big, curious eyes and see the big plans He has for her life. So I ask first, of course, for your prayers. Pray that the Lord's mighty touch would strengthen Happy supernaturally as the doctors work diligently to stabilize her. That she would be at peace and free from fear and pain. That her mother's heart would be comforted with His peace that transcends all understanding. That the doctors would have stamina and knowledge and wisdom and courage. That the funds for all of Happy's medical expense would just fall from the sky; we know that He meets all our needs in accordance with His glorious riches. That doors would be opened, and God would guide our steps as to where we go from here. That people would see God work a miracle in little Happy's life, and that HE would be glorified above all else.
I am hoping to raise $10,000.00 for Happy's medical bills, to cover the costs of her current hospital stay as well as the upcoming surgery, wherever and whenever that may take place.
Isn't it so like God that her name is Happy. Every time I talk about her I must use the word HAPPY, and it almost sticks in my mouth because this situation seems anything but. And I am reminded that God calls me to remain joyful. HAPPY. The JOY of the Lord is our strength and it is never fading. Thank you, thank you for that, Sweet Jesus.
And Thank YOU, in advance for your continued prayers and support. Updates coming soon...."
WOW --- Please join me in praying for Katie and her Ugandan work.
But I couldn't not share this -- Katie's Journey. I do not know Katie. I found her blog while searching for blogs about adoption about a month ago and have been following her since. She is an amazing woman of God. She is living proof of what God desires for us all - to live our lives for his glory and to share the Gospel.
Katie started Amazima Ministries International and is living in Uganda. She has done amazing things there and I am so inspired by her. I'm posting about her because she is an inspiration to me. I think what she is doing there in Uganda is so important -- and I wanted to share her journey with all of you. Hoping that you too will pray for her and her ministry daily.
Katie's Blog: http://kissesfromkatie.blogspot.com/
Amazima Website: http://www.amazima.org/
Here is a post she wrote in December:
"I found this story in my journal last night... its fairly old but still has the same meaning. As you hold the ones you love this Christmas, please keep in mind those who have no one to hold them.
Yesterday a sweet little girl named Rita came to my house with two teeth that had been completely eaten through by a cavity and were almost completely rotted away. The holes looked like they were starting to get infected and the nerve was exposed; I cant imagine how much pain she was in. I took her to the dentist, and they said they were closed. The dentist was in a hurry to leave and wouldn't help me, but he said I could use his things and do it myself. Of course I was terrified, but I was more scared to think about the teeth not being removed immediately; they looked so painful. I gave her a shot to numb her mouth, waited about ten minutes, tried to sterilize these tweezer things with a match and dug out what was remaining of her poor little teeth. I don't think she could feel it, but my heart hurt for her.
I took her back home, made her a hot bath and some soup. Then she had ice cream and slept in my bed under a big blanket. As i tucked the covers in around her and kissed her head she looked up at me with these big, wondering eyes. Unbelievable as it is, she was SOOO happy. She told me that this was the best day of her life, even though her mouth hurt. She said that she would get her teeth pulled every day if she could stay with someone like me. And that made my heart hurt even more.
There are so many children out there that don't feel loved on a daily basis. So many children that don't have a person to hold their hand or rub their back when they are scared and in pain. So many children who don't have the simple pleasures of taking a warm bath or sleeping under a blanket. I would move all of them, ALL of them into my house if I could. I wish I could love them all. I wish more people cared enough that they also wanted to love them all. Sometimes I just can't even believe how blessed I am. I have always been loved, always been cared for, always been warm and well-fed. Its frustrating sometimes, but mostly its just motivating.
Sometimes I feel so tired, and then something like this happens and I am reminded that I can give a child the best night of her life simply by making her soup and kissing her forehead. Simply by love her.Sometimes I feel so tired that I think if I give away any more of myself I may actually be empty. And then I remember, It is only in giving away the love given to me by the Father that I am ever actually full. And so I keep going because of Rita. Because kissing her forehead and saying 'I love you" actually did change the world for that little girl. Because maybe through my hands she can get just a glimpse of a fraction of the love her Maker has for her. There is nothing better. ~ Katie"
And her post from yesterday:
"The last few days have been simply unimaginable. So much so that I can hardly type. Last week was pretty trying; I discovered that what I though was a nasty break out around my mouth was actually impetigo, a staff like infection that causes open sores that weep, then scab, then crack and bleed, all over the face. The good thing is that this led us to diagnose Jane's impetigo, which we had written off as bug bites that she had scratched and irritated (hers are on her legs and trunk).
The next day our land lord let us know that she liked what we had done with her house so much that she wants to move back to Bukaya! We have until Novemeber to be out. The thought of moving my 13 children to another house is overwhelming to say the least, and much worse when you have open sores all over your face.
The next night, our dog Entula gave birth to eight puppies. Thats right. 13 children, 10 dogs, 2 goats, 2 chickens, sweet Christine, our visitor Carell and I. Oh my. I actually wrote on my facebook Monday, "I have 13 children, 10 dogs, 2 goats and 2 chickens. My life could not be more crazy, or more full!"
I was wrong. God could have brought me a crying mother holding her 4 pound 4 month old baby girl who could hardly breathe. And He did. My dear friend and employee brought her sister Susan here yesterday with her 4 month old baby girl, Happy. At first glance anyone would have thought this little thing was dead, but upon closer inspection I could see her chest, barely moving in and out. We rushed her to the nearest hospital where they put her on IV fluids and oxygen. This morning we took her to International Hospital in Kampala, the biggest and most modern hospital in Uganda, though still lacking compared to what we are used to. After much testing it was concluded that little Miss Happy has a 9mm hole in the wall between the ventricles of her heart. This means that her heart can not oxygenate blood properly causing the left ventricle to fail. This causes extreme pulmonary distress which leads to very fast heartbeat, decreased appetite and poor weight gain. More here. Aside from all this medical gibberish, what I am trying to say is, we need HELP. We have admitted Happy in the best hospital Uganda has and this is not free (no health insurance here...) They have her on a feeding tube to increase her weight (she is too small to withstand the heart operation that would be necessary to fix the hole), oxygen, and IV fluids. They are hoping to keep her like this at least for a few weeks to try and stabilize her. This treatment costs $500.00 for three days, that is about $5,000.00 for the month. After that we will need money to proceed with the surgery, though I am not sure of the price. They may be unable to do the surgery here, in which case we would need to fly to Nairobi, Johannesburg, or worst case scenario, the US.
I try not to be frustrated by the lack of necessary equipment and medical care here, by the fact that a simple check-up when she was a few weeks old could have caught and prevented all of this. We know that although we can care for this baby, it will ultimately be the Lord that heals her. I look into her big, curious eyes and see the big plans He has for her life. So I ask first, of course, for your prayers. Pray that the Lord's mighty touch would strengthen Happy supernaturally as the doctors work diligently to stabilize her. That she would be at peace and free from fear and pain. That her mother's heart would be comforted with His peace that transcends all understanding. That the doctors would have stamina and knowledge and wisdom and courage. That the funds for all of Happy's medical expense would just fall from the sky; we know that He meets all our needs in accordance with His glorious riches. That doors would be opened, and God would guide our steps as to where we go from here. That people would see God work a miracle in little Happy's life, and that HE would be glorified above all else.
I am hoping to raise $10,000.00 for Happy's medical bills, to cover the costs of her current hospital stay as well as the upcoming surgery, wherever and whenever that may take place.
Isn't it so like God that her name is Happy. Every time I talk about her I must use the word HAPPY, and it almost sticks in my mouth because this situation seems anything but. And I am reminded that God calls me to remain joyful. HAPPY. The JOY of the Lord is our strength and it is never fading. Thank you, thank you for that, Sweet Jesus.
And Thank YOU, in advance for your continued prayers and support. Updates coming soon...."
WOW --- Please join me in praying for Katie and her Ugandan work.
3.04.2009
Pictures Galore
Ok - so I've been neglecting my dear blog here for awhile now. Sorry. So here goes two months worth of activities and fun - comin' at ya!
Helping Alex Celebrate his 5th Birthday!
This girl loves frosting! Everyone at the party thought she was hilarious with her red face :) She did really well and didn't get much on her outfit...mommy was proud!
Alex and Ashley with Chucke E Cheese. Ashley had so much fun at Alex's party. She danced for a good 10 minutes with Chucke E and had a blast playing all the games and eating pizza.
Ashley and Daddy racing.
Shopping? Not so much - this girl loves to play!
Helping Papaw Celebrate his Birthday!
Aunt Kristen had everyone over to celebrate Papaw's birthday. We all had a great time and as always Kristen cooked some great food.
Here is the GIANT cupcake that Ashley and Mommy baked for Papaw's Party. It was yummy!
Hangin' Out w/ Mr. A.
Ashley and her buddy A. have so much fun playing together. On this playdate they played Vet, rode the busses around and around, built with legos, played w/ the ball pit, "fought" over the cd player and whose song they would dance to, read books, put on a pupet show, and did lots of puzzles.
Helping Alex Celebrate his 5th Birthday!
This girl loves frosting! Everyone at the party thought she was hilarious with her red face :) She did really well and didn't get much on her outfit...mommy was proud!
Alex and Ashley with Chucke E Cheese. Ashley had so much fun at Alex's party. She danced for a good 10 minutes with Chucke E and had a blast playing all the games and eating pizza.
Ashley and Daddy racing.
Outing at the Mall
Shopping? Not so much - this girl loves to play!
Helping Papaw Celebrate his Birthday!
Aunt Kristen had everyone over to celebrate Papaw's birthday. We all had a great time and as always Kristen cooked some great food.
Here is the GIANT cupcake that Ashley and Mommy baked for Papaw's Party. It was yummy!
Hangin' Out w/ Mr. A.
Ashley and her buddy A. have so much fun playing together. On this playdate they played Vet, rode the busses around and around, built with legos, played w/ the ball pit, "fought" over the cd player and whose song they would dance to, read books, put on a pupet show, and did lots of puzzles.
Click, Clack, Moo...
Ashley and A. went to see the play, 'Click, Clack, Moo - Cows that type'. Ashley had a great time and reads the book each and every night now.
Ashley getting some autographs after the performance. I love it how not afraid she is to do things on her own. She got autographs from each of the stars of the show all on her own - she's becoming such a big girl.
Ashley Spreads Some Valentine Cheer.
Ashley made over 70 Valentine's Day Cards to take to the retirement home near our house. She made each and every one and had so much fun doing it. Here she is with her little basket getting ready to go hand them all out.
It was such a neat thing to do. The residents absolutely loved Ashley - I truly think it was the highlight of the week for some of them. Ashley was so sweet - passing out her cards to everyone with a smile and a "happy valentines". She loved knocking on the doors and going into each apartment and talking to the people. I must say that she made out like a bandit - they all kept giving her candy :)
Here she is with some of her cards - she was so proud of them. If anyone wants to come with us - I'm planning on visiting again at Halloween time - it would be fun to plan something bigger - like a trick or treat or something like that with the residents. It really means so much to them to talk to outsiders and to see kids!! So let me know if you want to come w/ us!
Superbowl & 3D Shades.
Ashley and Daddy headed over to Nana & Pops house to watch the big game this year. Here is a quick shot of Ashley and her 3D glasses. The kids all had a blast together, playing around and watching the game.
Wednesday Tradition.
We try to get over to Memaw & Papaw's house once a week to hang out with them. Usually we go on Wednesday. We have fun just hanging out - and they spoil Ashley with cookies and suckers - who wouldn't love that!
Ashley and Papaw playing a good game of Dominoe's.
Ashley Making School Valentines.
Ashley making Valentine's for all her school friends. I love it that she's crafty - just like her momma! We have so much fun crafting together -- and she's only 2 and a half!
Ready to go to school and hand out her Valentines.
Workin' on The House.
Ashley spent one Saturday a few weeks ago in the backyard with Granken. He's working on installing sheetrock on the interior of Ashley's backyard pad. He's doing a great job! Thanks, DAD!! We love you!
The Cooking Preschooler.
I've started cooking. It is horrible to admit - but before the economy went bad - OK, honestly - before December '08. I did not cook - like ever. Maybe once a week. Well, I got sick of eating out and dinner being a stressful time - so I started cooking. Like planning my meals on Sunday and actually cooking each night. And can I just say that I love it. Ashley helps me each and every night. She loves it too. She really does help. She puts things in bowls, stirs, cracks eggs, sprinkles cheese, puts things on the baking sheet, sets the timer, measures and pours....seriously - this girl really does cook. It's so cute - and I love it that she helps me - we have fun!
Best Friends.
Last week we drove down to Houston to visit a good friend of mine from college. Her daugther, Halle and Ashley are only about a month apart in age and love each other! They are cute when we get together. Here they are drawing on the porch.
And then painting - our very own little Picasos.
And being ballerinas.
And lovin' on each other. Best Friends ;) We miss you guys already!
Helping Cole Celebrate his Birthday!
Ashley's little friend, Cole had a petting zoo at his birthday party. Ashley absolutely loves animals - I'm not sure where she gets it from - neither Eric or I are really animal lovers...but she LOVES them!!
All the other kids are running around the backyard - playing on the swingset and whatnot - and here's Ashley - sitting on the ground with the bunnies....SO stinkin' cute!
Ashley riding the pony at the party. Thanks Cole for sharing your day with us!
I love this one - b/c it shows just how much she loves animals - both hands on two different goats...and with that - goodnight!
Ashley and A. went to see the play, 'Click, Clack, Moo - Cows that type'. Ashley had a great time and reads the book each and every night now.
Ashley getting some autographs after the performance. I love it how not afraid she is to do things on her own. She got autographs from each of the stars of the show all on her own - she's becoming such a big girl.
Ashley Spreads Some Valentine Cheer.
Ashley made over 70 Valentine's Day Cards to take to the retirement home near our house. She made each and every one and had so much fun doing it. Here she is with her little basket getting ready to go hand them all out.
It was such a neat thing to do. The residents absolutely loved Ashley - I truly think it was the highlight of the week for some of them. Ashley was so sweet - passing out her cards to everyone with a smile and a "happy valentines". She loved knocking on the doors and going into each apartment and talking to the people. I must say that she made out like a bandit - they all kept giving her candy :)
Here she is with some of her cards - she was so proud of them. If anyone wants to come with us - I'm planning on visiting again at Halloween time - it would be fun to plan something bigger - like a trick or treat or something like that with the residents. It really means so much to them to talk to outsiders and to see kids!! So let me know if you want to come w/ us!
Superbowl & 3D Shades.
Ashley and Daddy headed over to Nana & Pops house to watch the big game this year. Here is a quick shot of Ashley and her 3D glasses. The kids all had a blast together, playing around and watching the game.
Wednesday Tradition.
We try to get over to Memaw & Papaw's house once a week to hang out with them. Usually we go on Wednesday. We have fun just hanging out - and they spoil Ashley with cookies and suckers - who wouldn't love that!
Ashley and Papaw playing a good game of Dominoe's.
Ashley Making School Valentines.
Ashley making Valentine's for all her school friends. I love it that she's crafty - just like her momma! We have so much fun crafting together -- and she's only 2 and a half!
Ready to go to school and hand out her Valentines.
Workin' on The House.
Ashley spent one Saturday a few weeks ago in the backyard with Granken. He's working on installing sheetrock on the interior of Ashley's backyard pad. He's doing a great job! Thanks, DAD!! We love you!
The Cooking Preschooler.
I've started cooking. It is horrible to admit - but before the economy went bad - OK, honestly - before December '08. I did not cook - like ever. Maybe once a week. Well, I got sick of eating out and dinner being a stressful time - so I started cooking. Like planning my meals on Sunday and actually cooking each night. And can I just say that I love it. Ashley helps me each and every night. She loves it too. She really does help. She puts things in bowls, stirs, cracks eggs, sprinkles cheese, puts things on the baking sheet, sets the timer, measures and pours....seriously - this girl really does cook. It's so cute - and I love it that she helps me - we have fun!
Best Friends.
Last week we drove down to Houston to visit a good friend of mine from college. Her daugther, Halle and Ashley are only about a month apart in age and love each other! They are cute when we get together. Here they are drawing on the porch.
And then painting - our very own little Picasos.
And being ballerinas.
And lovin' on each other. Best Friends ;) We miss you guys already!
Helping Cole Celebrate his Birthday!
Ashley's little friend, Cole had a petting zoo at his birthday party. Ashley absolutely loves animals - I'm not sure where she gets it from - neither Eric or I are really animal lovers...but she LOVES them!!
All the other kids are running around the backyard - playing on the swingset and whatnot - and here's Ashley - sitting on the ground with the bunnies....SO stinkin' cute!
Ashley riding the pony at the party. Thanks Cole for sharing your day with us!
I love this one - b/c it shows just how much she loves animals - both hands on two different goats...and with that - goodnight!
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