SEW many Projects

I am still looking for a job, but luckily I have been busy with projects for the house. There is still much work to be done, but it's starting to look more like a home. We can't wait to have visitors, so come see us in Jackson!! Here are some pictures of the house...

Curtains in the Guest BedroomMy new desk and favorite toy
Curtains in the StudyGuest Bathroom
A closer look at the pillowsCurtains in the Master BedroomA pillow to match

That is just a taste of our place. If you want to see more, you will have to come visit!!

Take Me Out to the Ball Game

I am not a Baseball fan. My parents, brothers, and especially Craig are very disappointed in me. They have tried, over and over, to get me interested in the sport. The fact remains that I just don't like baseball. However, I spent one of the best days yesterday at the ball park. I drove to Florence yesterday morning only to get back in the car with my parents and my Grandma for the road trip to Atlanta. My parents and my Grandma are HUGE Braves fans, so we went to the Braves/Nationals game last night. Luke and Laura joined us at the park. The family was thrilled to be at the game. I went to be with the family and to watch Josh Willingham.

We arrived in plenty of time to watch the Nationals take batting practice. We then found our seats in the All You Can Seat Section. We enjoyed hot dogs, hamburgers, french fries, nachos, peanuts, ice cream, and soft drinks for 7 innings (or at least some of us did). Our seats were three rows up in center field, which was a nice view. I sat next to Grandma. She amazes me! At 85 years young, she agreed to ride in the car for 5 hours, to sit through nine innings of her favorite sport, and to get back in the car for 5 more hours, which meant we arrived home at 2 a.m. She was a trooper, yet, she would not have missed a moment of the fun!! That's why yesterday was so special! I will never forget my day at the ball park with Grandma, Mom, Dad, Luke, and Laura.

Take me out to the ball game, Take me out with the crowd.
Buy me some peanuts and Cracker Jack. I don't care if I never get back.
For it's root, root, root for the home team. If they don't win, it's a shame.For it's one, two, three strikes, you're out, at the old ball game.

A short visit with Bethany

Sisters, sisters
There were never such devoted sisters
All kinds of weather, we stick together
The same in the rain or sun
Two different faces, but in tight places
We think and we act as one
Those who've seen us
Know that not a thing could come between us



My sister and I love that song!! We are very close, and I was so excited to see her after our trip to the Keys. It had been 3 months since our last visit, which is way too long! She lives and works in Miami, so it's been hard to see each other as much as we would like. Craig and I went to her apartment and then to dinner before we flew back to Nashville. Although our visit wasn't long, it was just what I needed. Time with my Sissie!! We talked. We laughed. We caught up on life. Thanks Bethany for being a great host and for taking time out of your busy schedule to see us. We are so proud of your hard work and for your dedication to City Year. I can't wait to see you again in July and August when you come home for weddings. YEA!!

Vacation with the Hubby

Destination: Hawks Cay Resort- Duck, Key, FL

Dates: Wednesday, June 2- Wednesday, June 9

Desire: RELAX, RELAX, RELAX

Highlights

Enjoying Beautiful Sunsets

Laying by the Lagoon every day for 6+ hours

Eating AMAZING food
Favorite Seafood Restaurant: Islamorada Fish Company
Favorite Italian Restaurant: Mangia Mangia
Favorite Dessert: Blond Giraffe
(Pie on a Stick: frozen Key Lime Pie dipped in chocolate)Spending time with Craig

Hawks Cay is a great resort with lots of things to do for everyone in the family. The weather was perfect with no rain the entire trip. If you have never been to the Keys, I would highly recommend the trip. It's a very laid back atmosphere. It's not a tourist destination (unless you go to Key West). We did make the day trip to Key West, which was fun. Other than that, we stayed at our resort every day and drove to Marathon or Islamorada each night for dinner. We are ready to go back!!

Remember I teach Kindergarten

Our time in Memphis is coming to an end.

We have been busy spending lots of time with friends.

Side By Side Party and Fiesta Dinner in just a couple of days.
Then off to Destin for a family beach get-a-way.

Mother's Day with our Moms and then back to work.
Being back in Memphis at Muddy's Bake Shop was a nice perk.

Family Weddings, Graduations, and road trips to be made.
So much to do. The week will quickly fade.

This chapter is almost over. Reality is setting in.
God is calling us on. A new journey to begin.

Side By Side Bible Study End of the Year Party
The Graduates and the Wives
Mother's Day in FlorenceMeet Dr. Elizabeth Irons!!The gang with Kat, owner of Muddy's
Brandon, Craig, James, and Jason...
So Proud of you guys!!
Brittney, Elizabeth, and Meaghan...Love you!!

Falling Behind

Well, it's been a while since my last post. Needless to say, we have been very busy. I will do a quick recap of the month of April and will try to blog more frequently during the remainder of this month. Here goes...

We went to Nashville over Easter weekend. I enjoyed seeing college friends at Phi Sigma's alumni breakfast, Jenny's baby shower, and Singarama. The weekend was very busy, but I enjoyed spending so much time with some of my best friends. I spent Easter with my Aunt Charlene and her family. I loved having lunch with all of them and spending some time with my cousins.Jenny's gift: a diaper bag I made for Mayzie
Craig enjoyed a trip to Augusta, GA during the beginning of April. Yes, you guessed it. He was at the Masters with his parents and his brother. Maybe one day it will work out for me to go. Craig LOVED his trip and took lots of pictures with his new camera.
2010 Masters Champion: Phil Mickelson

We closed on our house and moved the majority of our belongings. If you have not seen the pictures of our new place, check the older blog entries. We are so excited but still have so much more work to do. I hope to blog more about the move and plan to update with more pictures of the house with things in it.

Our sweet nephew, Gentry, turned one, so of course we went to Nashville to celebrate!! My sister-in-law, Ashley, worked really hard and had everything looking fabulous for the party. He loved opening his presents, playing with his new toys, and eating his cake.
The Hat and Bib I made for the party.He loved the cake!Ashley, Gentry, and Charlie

We also found plenty of time to hang out with our friends in Memphis and enjoy cupcakes at Muddy's. I had several baby and wedding showers to attend, which gave me a great excuse to sew!! I'm loving my new embroidery/sewing machine and can't wait for more projects. April was a very busy month. Thanks for being patient with the updates. We are blessed with wonderful families and friends to enjoy life with!!

Our NEW House

On Monday, we went to Jackson to close on our house. After signing lots of papers, we were handed the keys to our first place!! We are so excited and can't wait to move everything in. Here are a few pictures. I will post more once things are decorated (don't expect that post any time soon).
This picture was taken in the Great Room looking at the Entry Hall and the Dining Room. The house has beautiful hardwood floors in the Great Room and Dining Room. We had the Dining Room painted Red. I was very pleased with the way it turned out!!
Our Chocolate Master Bedroom with a Mint Green Master Bath. I can't wait to decorate this room!! It was hard to take pictures in the bathroom. Trust me, it's amazing!!The B-E-A-U-T-I-F-U-L Kitchen!! I am in love!!

These are just a few pictures since so many have been wanting to see the place. We are so happy with our first home and hope you will come visit us soon!!