10 Years and 3 Kids Later.....

I would do it all over again! Paul and I have been married 10 years today. It's hard to believe it has been that long! Every day of the past ten years has not been easy, but the joys that the past ten years have brought me have been overwhelming in a lot of ways. Paul is my best friend, my protector, and my soulmate. I don't know if I could ever tell him enough how much I love him or how proud of him I am. I am so blessed to be married to the most patient and kind man I have ever known.
Since my blogging has been kind of lacking lately, I also failed to report that Paul was installed as a deacon at church last Sunday. I have never been more proud of him. He already works so hard in the work he does for the church and now he will have even more responsibility.
Paul, I love you!
And one more thing- he scored some major points for the beautiful anniversary ring!

Pictures of My Girls

Bathroom Remodel

Here are a few pictures of our recent bathroom remodel. No more pink bathroom!

Early Mother's Day

Wow...where do I start? I've always bought my mom a gift, or at least a card on Mother's Day since I was a little kid. Even though the day never went without a "Happy Mother's Day" sentiment, I never knew the true meaning of Mother's day until I had my own children. To me, every day is Mother's Day, because that's what I am...every day- a mother. I have been blessed beyond measure with many great examples of godly mothers. My own mother is the epitome of a great mom. Her sacrifice for us through the years could never be measured in dollars and cents. Her love and dedication to her children and grandchildren are priceless. I can only hope that I can be as good of a mom to my children as she has been to me. I love you Mom, and Happy Mother's Day!!
I couldn't let this day go by without acknowledging the other mothers in my life. I have been truly blessed with a mother-in-law that has welcomed me into the family as if I were her daughter. She is one of the most generous people that I know. Most importantly, I am indebted to her for giving birth to and raising the love of my life and my best friend. I love you Genie, and thanks for everything you do for us!!
I was blessed with two of the most loving and giving grandmothers possible. My MaMa Melton has been gone for almost 10 years now and I can't help but think sometimes about how proud she would have been of my children. I know she would have taken just as much pride in them as she did in me. I miss her and think of her often.
And then there's MaMa Courington. Although still with us, she is now quite different from the mama that I knew as a child. She is unable to go and do like she once did. I don't know how many hours I spent at her house as a child, but all of them were filled with love. From cooking, to puppet shows, to taking a drive in the country, it was always fun. And she always wanted to do whatever made us happy. Isn't that what grandmothers are for?
I have been blessed beyond measure by the "mothers" in my life. Happy Mother's Day to all you mothers out there!!