This Man...

This man leaves for Montana in the wee hours of Saturday morning...

Pray for this man as he leads out in worship...

Yes, this man...

This man's about his Father's business...

I'm proud this man is going but I can't wait to kiss his face...

Yummy!

If this doesn't make you thankful you have tastebuds...I don't know what will.....

Mom...look what I can do!!

Autumn showing off her mad reading skillz....and big sister Gracie always there to lend a hand! I'm very proud of both of them!!

EthNYCity

Loving the book we got in the mail from the Wyatt's! Mike has incorporated it into our bedtime/prayer time with the girls. They are so amazed to learn about the many different peoples represented in NYC.

Praying for missionaries in Harlem. And Long Island City!

Because every person and represented people group are loved by Him.

Declare His glory among the nations, His marvelous deeds among all peoples.

1 Chronicles 16:24

5 Years Old

My baby turns 5 today! She started Kindergarten on the 6th...and now Mike & I have officially graduated from parents of pre-schoolers. Honestly, where has the time gone?!?!

Autumn,

You are a beautiful, hilarious little girl. You make us laugh about one hundred times each day! You are fiesty and I'm pretty sure Sass runs through your veins. You are with deep conviction and not afraid to stand up to anyone regarding them. You're quick to forgive and fiercely protective of your sister, daddy & I. You are learning new things each and every day. You love the Lord and are very direct in your prayers. I admire that. Daddy & I could not be more proud of you. You are a special little girl and we are excited to see what plans God has in store for your life.

Dear Baby Girl. Daddy and I continually pray...

That you may walk (live and conduct yourselves) in a manner worthy of the Lord, fully pleasing to Him and desiring to please Him in all things, bearing fruit in every good work and steadily growing and increasing in and by the knowledge of God [with fuller, deeper, and clearer insight, acquaintance, and recognition]. Colossians 1:10

We love you very much! Happy Birthday!

First Day!

Today was the first day of school. We have officially set voyage into a brand new season. Not only is Gracie in school. 3rd grade to be exact! Autumn starts KINDERGARTEN! Wha? Yes, it is so. She has been very excited all summer. She's ready to be where her big sister is. I am no longer a M.O.P. (Mother of preschooler for those not versed in southern baptisty jargon - ha). It is hard to believe that both of our children are in school! We're all excited to see what this new adventure holds. Here are some pictures from the big event:

Ready to go!

On the way!

Be still my heart.

Beauty #1

Beauty #2

Almost time to line up!

Picking her up to go home.

What did you think Autumn?

Homemade Face Painting Fun

I gave them water paints, brushes and paper on a blanket in the shade so they could explore their artistic sides. I turned my back for a minute and here's the finished product! Well, I meant paint on the paper, but apparently my girls think outside the paper :)

Vacation 2010

Here's my best effort at letting you in on our time away...

This vacation was not planned.

This vacation was the BEST one we've EVER taken. EVER.

We did not intend to go anywhere, but the Lord provided and I truly believe it was pleasing to Him to watch our family relax, reconnect and bask in His unexpected and good gift.

The Graduate!

After two years in the Parent's Day Out program at our church, Autumn graduates! She will start Kindergarten in the fall. She was very proud. And so are we! Tootie's growing up...


Autumn walking across the stage to accept her Bible from Ms. Sherie!


Autumn with her teachers Ms. Sherie & Ms. Michelle. We will MISS them!


Autumn and her best friend Savannah. They've been together from the start! This picture melts my heart...I LOVE having girls!


We're proud of you Autumn-bottom!