Family Friday

JONATHON

big brother extraordinaire
loves playing video games
loves school
reads as well as I do
up and coming football star
friendly
a gentle giant
aka Bubba
favorite food- meatloaf (his mom's)
Our Big Jon

Thankful Thursday

Today I am thankful for:

1. friends who send cute pictures they find on their cameras (see above)
2. light at the end of the tunnel
3. Friday is KidsBlitz Live at church and I get to be on stage the whole time!
4. wonderful friends who listen, help and just are there
5. Jonathon and Grace's giving nature
6. an understanding husband
7. breakfast for dinner
8. a clean van- inside and out
9. my parents are coming next weekend
10. God is good all the time, no matter what!

Wordless Wednesday

Okay, this will not make any sense without some words, so here is the explanation. The baby in the bowl is Moses and the dog is Pharaoh. Moses is telling Pharaoh, "God said Let my people go!". Can you guess what we are studying at BSF?

Wardrobe Choices

What would YOU wear on a cool October day to play?

Birthday Fun!!!

Making a wish and blowing out the candles,

opening presents,

and playing outside with friends.

What more could a birthday girl want!

Happy Birthday, Ella!

What a sweet baby, you were!

Always smiling!

We couldn't imagine our family without you!

It's hard to believe you are 3! Have a happy birthday! We love you, Ella Bella!!

Football Action

Jonathon's team is doing great! They are 4-1. They won today's game 20-0! Go Wolfpack! Here's the offense in the huddle getting the play. Jonathon is the tall one who's helmet sticks up over everyone else. :)

Getting ready to kick off and putting his foot in it! Go Bubba!

His very own cheerleaders, too bad they never actually watch the game. :)

Family Friday

GRACE

loves being a girl!
lives for hair cuts and painted nails
loves chocolate
loves hanging out with her friends
wants to be 16 instead of 6
gives her mom fashion advice
loves animals- especially dogs and cats
favorite food- meatballs
we are in so much trouble!
Our Miss Grace

A team is a team

This is the conversation Grace and I had in the van the other day- enjoy!

Grace- Mom, when will I get to take a break from playing sports?

Me- Grace, playing sports is good for you. It keeps you in shape and teaches you to be part of a team.

Grace- Well, can't I just be on the bowling team?

Grace really likes to play sports, she just doesn't like the running, sweating or getting hot part, so in her opinion, bowling is the perfect sport. :) I love that girl!

Thankful Thursday

Today I am thankful for:

1. little girls who can "crash" just about anywhere
2. Jonathon had a great field trip
3. Rain!
4. date night is tomorrow night
5. chocolate chip cookie dough
6. funny things Grace says
7. an OB who doesn't mind if I call her at home often
8. a husband who understands I am just tired, all the time!
9. new maternity blue jeans!
10. my family- they are the greatest blessing!!!

Wordless Wednesday (on Thursday)

Watchdog or just nosy?

Soccer or Football?

I am convinced this baby in my belly will either play soccer or football. He has kicked tons today! Not that I am complaining, just surprised! If he is even close to the size of his brother, it will have to be football. :)

Baby Caleb

This is my nephew Caleb Eli Bellotte. He was born September 14 at 27 weeks weighing in at 2lb. 2oz. He is improving daily but is still in need of prayer. Join me in praying for Caleb and his mommy and daddy (Elizabeth and Greg). Hopefully he will be home by Thanksgiving. We love you, baby Caleb.

Family Friday

ELLA

very funny
never know what she will say
loves candy
loves Noggin
loves big dresses
likes to sleep in
favorite food- macaroni and cheese
loves her green 'lankie
best friends with Juli
Our Ella Bella

Green wins!!!

After a very long season (end of May till the end of September), the Green come out on top. I gave the whole team grief about the never ending season, but in all honesty, I could not be more pleased that my husband (#55) is associated with such an amazing group of men. They truly showed what it meant to be a team.

Receiving the trophy

Here they are applauding their wives and families for supporting them.

The Champions!

In one of my emails to the coach, I asked when would be the last game. John told me it would be when they hoisted the trophy over their heads, so here is the proof that this was the last game. :)

Thankful Thursday

Today I am thankful for:

1. Les' softball season is over! They won it all! Good job Green!
2. Cooler weather
3. Listening to the girls giggling in the tub
4. Deals at consignment sales - Jonathon's blue jeans were $2.50!
5. A growing active baby
6. Spaghetti!
7. The Dollar Tree
8. More help around the house from the Hubs
9. The girls have to kiss the baby (my belly) every night before they go to sleep
10. Knowing without a doubt that God is in control!