My 2nd LOVE

As I type this, our adorable new yorkipoo puppy is snoozing away in my lap. She is the cutest pile of two pounds I have ever seen! Our baby, Lexie, plays rough with Forrest and snuggles with me. She's a perfect combination for us.

Lexie fell asleep while helping her Daddy work

Bayli and Lexie

These two love to watch the Rays together

After Lexie's nap at the golf course

The things we have done for our dog so far...

• Wake up at 3 am with a feeling she might need to go outside
• Take her to the grocery store because we had left her alone that morning
• Feed her before the morning coffee
• Go on walks for her and then carry her the whole way back because she's too tired
• Hand feed her every four hours
• Jump up and stop what we are doing at any little wimper she makes
  

I never thought we'd love a dog this much...but WE DO!

Mom, I boiled the noodles this time!

Last night we had Brandi over for a taste of the Italian cuisine. I had a blast cooking for the evening. The lasagna turned out a lot better than the first time I made it! Back in the day...I forgot to boil the noodles so the lasagna was "crunchy." (I've come a long way. Makes you proud right, Mom?) We also had Caesar Salad with French Bread and a Cream Cheese Poundcake.

The three of us had a good time playing Apples to Apples after dinner. For those who know us well, YES, it did get a wee bit competitive but it was all in good fun. After a few minutes to cool down we were all as chill as cucumbers.





Thank you, Brandi, for coming...Forrest & I can't wait for the next time!

One, Two, Three Strikes You're OUT!

Forrest and I have had a good time this season watching Bayli at her softball games. For us, it's like the attraction of the opposites when it comes to softball. Forrest knows everything there is to know about the game. I, on the other hand, just want to hear the kids laughing and having a good time. It makes for some very interesting conversation.

Boo Pitching

Boo Batting

Softball Outtakes...

Forrest: "There's no crying in softball!"
Me: "They are just upset. They need a hug."

Forrest: "Hit it to the slow girl in center field!"
Me: "Honey, that's mean! She's trying her hardest."

Forrest: "Those girls need to be chewed out!"
Me: "No, the coach needs to tell them to enjoy themselves and have a good time."

Visit with the Hataways

We spent a restful week in Gray and it was exactly what we needed. We did everything from lazin' around to shopping and believe it or not the boys even went golfing : ) We are so thankful to have such wonderful family! Thank you Michael, Dana, Allie and Joshua for a wonderful time!

The whole gang toured Juliette and saw where Fried Green Tomatoes was filmed. We also got some delicous smoothies and did some more shopping!

Allie's hands and mouth were covered in Dana's chocolatey goodness of a birthday cake.

I never thought I'd hear my husband playing with imaginary friends. He turned into putty when Allie asked him to play pretend with her teddy bears. It was so sweet!

We spent a few afternoons out by the pool to watch the kids splash, "swim" and giggle.

Disney Palooza

We went to Disney with my parents a few weeks back. (yeah, yeah I'm a little behind in blogging) It was a beautiful day. The skies were blue and sun was shining. The pictures don't do the day justice. We had so much fun! Thank you Mom and Dad for coming up with the idea. We enjoyed the day!

The family right after we entered Magic Kingdom.




On the ferry

Mr. & Mrs. Sumner : )

On Splash Mountain

My parents on the jungle cruise

Shish Style

Waiting for the Country Bear Show

Mom and Dad on the Buzz Lightyear Ride

Forrest sporting his glasses

On the Green

How do you respond when your husband sweetly says, "How about I help you clean the house this morning and we go golfing together this afternoon?"





Needless to say- we went golfing and had a great time!

What's for dinner, sweetheart?

Our first encounter with chicken and rice was less than pleasant. Let's just say we learned a lot about having light hearted fun in the kitchen that night.


Me: The food is ready.
Forrest: Ok great. I'll be there in a sec.
Me: Silently cutting my eyes over in his direction to see if he liked it.
Forrest: It's good sweetie. I think it just needs a little salt and pepper.
Me: No, really what should I have done differently?
Forrest: I don't know but it needs something.

Once I called the chicken and rice expert I learned chicken and rice isn't JUST CHICKEN AND RICE. You have to use chicken broth too. Go me!