Making New Friends!

Harper and I went to the park with some new friends today. She had such a fun time playing with Aaron, a precious little boy who was born the same day as Harper. And she was rather interested in Braysen's toys and constantly calling him "Baba" (baby). Playing outside must have really worn her out, because she is on hour 3 of her nap. Of course, we had somewhere that we needed to be this afternoon, but I cancelled when I realized she was sleeping so soundly! Here are a few pictures... it can be difficult to get a good one of all 3 when 2 are very mobile and 1 wants to be!

She fooled her new friends into thinking she just sits quietly all the time!

Group shot... at least they are all sitting!

And the photo session is done!

Thanks for playing with us, Aaron and Braysen! We're already looking forward to next week!

Crazy Cousins

We spent last weekend in Little Rock, and Harper had such a fun time with her cousin, Eliana. She wanted to be everywhere Eliana was, and continually tried to kiss her. They had a lot of fun! They sure are going to be some funny flower girls, even if they don't make it down the aisle!

Reading with Uncle Mike

They had such a fun tea party!

Rare smiles caught on camera!

I love this one!

One romper is a little more snug than the other

Harper looks so squished...this makes me laugh!

Love is in Bloom!

Leah had such a fun shower yesterday! The hostesses did such a fabulous job, and they made it so special! I wish my daughter had been in a better mood, and I probably would've enjoyed myself a little more. She wasn't interested in anyone talking to her, and she pretty much cried the whole time (a shortened nap is never good for anyone!). But it was so fun getting to see how many people absolutely love Leah! Here are a few pictures I was able to take... unfortunately Harper made the picture-taking process a little difficult!

Love is in Bloom was the theme!

Treats for everyone...small flower pots to pray for their growth

The food table

The love flower pots on the table

The delicious strawberry cake and cupcakes

The fruit bowl

Beautiful gerbera daisies every where!

Lemonade and water, with personalized cups

The fabulous hostesses

Leah opening her gifts

Thank you to everyone for making this day so special!!!

A Day at the Zoo!

The weather on Saturday couldn't have been better, so we headed out to the zoo. It is currently under construction, so some of Harper's favorite animals weren't there... but they will be back soon. She loved seeing all of the animals up close! My camera died half way into the trip, so I don't have too many pictures.

Checking out the penguins!

A fun outing with Dadda!

She loved seeing Patrick the gorilla!

She was fascinated by this flower person

This is for Eliana... she loves Elmo!

And finally the giraffes!

A weekend full of celebration!

First of all, can I just say that I couldn't be more proud than I am for Leah?!?! She graduated on Saturday from college... and what a journey this has been! I feel like there was a point a few years ago when I wasn't sure if this day would come. She is extremely bright, so it wasn't that I didn't think she would pass... I just didn't know if she had the drive to continue. Her Freshman and Sophomore years were just as they should be- making new friends, becoming a part of a sorority, sleeping until late afternoon, skipping class, and becoming even closer with those friends that had always been a part of her life. The summer before her Junior year, everything changed. Her best friend since kindergarten (also her roommate those first two years in college) passed away from a tragic car accident. Leah's world was absolutely rocked. For her, that was the last straw after dealing with some other family situations. So when I say that I couldn't be more proud, I just don't think those words are enough! The loneliness she has dealt with over the years thankfully brought her closer to the Lord. She has persevered and allowed the Lord to lead her life, and it is because of Him that she is where she is today. Leah... you amaze me and I love you more than words could ever express!!!

I know everyone else says it, but I'm the one with the greatest mom in the entire world. If you know her, you're agreeing right now... and if you don't know her, then you probably should! I seriously hope that I can be at least half as great of a mom as she has been! I know I haven't gone into details about my family, and I'll continue to keep it that way. However, you must know that my mom has been such an amazing example of strength, grace, and love. The Lord has been her priority, regardless of what is going on in her world. She makes me want to know Jesus more each and every day. I certainly pray Harper can say that one day about me. I wish she lived right next door so I could hug her right now! Thankfully I just have a few more days until I get to see her again!!!! Happy Mother's Day, Momma! I love you so very much!!!

Pool Party!!!

Our Spring has been wonderful this year... better than I can ever remember it being. However, today was just plain hot. So I pumped up the pool, and we went redneck style in the front yard (our backyard is in horrible condition... and the water would've just made it completely muddy!). Harper had a great time, even though the water was a little chilly. We will probably be doing this every day until it's 115 degrees, and then I might have to take a break! Feel free to join us... Harper loves a good pool party!

Please notice her chunky thighs!

I couldn't resist this swimsuit when it was on sale...

I just wish I had gotten a bigger size!

A Walkin' Girl!

Last night Harper had so much fun walking back and forth in the kitchen! And today she has walked more than she has crawled!!! I have a feeling in the next few days, she will completely kick crawling to the curb!

Harper and Peter Rabbit

The Spring set-up at the Arboretum is all about Peter Rabbit. So yesterday, we went to an event where Harper got to meet Peter Rabbit and have her book signed by him. She thought he was hilarious... which was a pleasant surprise! We had a lot of fun walking around afterwards. In the Pecan Grove, they had several flower houses and some live animals. She was most interested in the ducks, since the rabbit was in it's house, the mouse was really tiny, and the hedgehog was fully hidden. The Peter Rabbit display is really neat though... I definitely recommend spending an afternoon out there!

The anticipation was killing her...

These precious kids sang to her when

she got a little impatient in the line.

It instantly calmed her down! It was precious!

The joy on her face is almost priceless!

And she sure thought his hand was hilarious!

Peter Rabbit had a difficult time handling that sharpie...

So he only wrote "Peter".

There were storybooks at every house.

This is at the entrance

The flowers are absolutely beautiful!

She could've stood there all day,

saying, "Tack Tack" (how she says quack)

Such a precious little face!