Hazy shade of winter

Let us love winter, for it is the spring of genius. ~Pietro Aretino

My Best Friend

So, I go check the mail and there was a "Mother's Day" card from my best friend, "B".

It was the sweetest card ever! Really made my day! I thought this was a perfect time to say a few things about how much my best friend means to me!

Well, we have been BFF's for 18 years. Wow... I didn't even realize it was that long.. man, I am getting old!! lol

A best friend is someone you can turn to for anything. They always tell you that your right... even when you are totally wrong! They lift you up when you are down. They are ALWAYS there when you need them. They praise you during the best times of your life and hold your hand during the worst. They always have your back no matter what!

A best true best friend is a real treasure and I have that will "B"

Love you "B"... I couldn't imagine my life without ya!!! : )




Oh, and a best friend loves ya even when you have stupid bangs and a horrible haircut!! lol

Me and "B" 17 years ago!

"Forever Young"

Yesterday my daughter went to prom. She was so beautiful! I literally cried...and I believe I saw my husband get a little teary eyed himself.

I want my daughter to be "Forever Young"....and forever in this wonderful moment.

P.S. Hair and makeup... done by me!!! : )

The Reason

I found a reason to change who I used to be...and the reason is JESUS!!

Happy Easter to everyone! May we all remember the REAL reason we celebrate this holiday!

Members Only!

When my grandpa (aka "Daddy Billy") passed away last Oct. I asked my grandmother if I could have his "Members Only" jacket. My Daddy Billy, always wore this jacket..... always!! There was no way I was going to let this little windbreaker make it to the "good will" pile....... uh.... the thought of this jacket ending up in the hands of someone who would not appreciate it just crushed me........... so........I am now the official last "Member" and I am proud of it!!!!

I was going through old pics and came across this one. Middle school dance ( 7th grade)



OMG!!! What was I thinking? I don't know which is worse, my hair or my outfit? I thought I looked so hot that night! Ha! I was the biggest nerd.... well, I still am....but at least I have better hair!

and of course no middle school dance would be complete without a little Rob Base and DJ EZ Rock!

Sweet 16

Today is the day!! My daughter is officially sixteen!! Time must have wings because it sure has flown by way too fast!!

I am so proud of my daughter and the young woman she is becoming! I pray that she continues to follow God's plan for her life! Today her youth is behind her... and her whole life is in front of her!!


Thinking about what she wants so wish for.. hope it isn't a car!! lol




Thank God this pic was so dark you couldn't see the ulgy "Mario Bros. toadstool cake I made her!! I could have photoshopped her a kick butt cake though!! lol




I Love You Kayla!!! Happy Sweet 16!!

(Have to add a video to go with the post!!)