First pink-sponge curlers...first of many!

We had a milestone event at our home...Maggie's first pink sponge curlers! Monumental, huh? I grew up with these, as a permanent fixture to my head...and couldn't wait to get them in Maggies hair. She was really patient and proud to show them to her daddy. Just another fun part of having a girl!

We love our little girl!

Pretty excited, don't you think?

Okay, okay....like mommy, like daughter!

Taos, New Mexico...good times!

Thank you God, for vacations! We arrived home yesterday, from 5 days in Taos, NM. We had a fantastic trip. The weather was perfect. Most days it was sunny and in the 40's even on the slopes. We did not get any fresh snow, but the mountain was groomed and still had great conditions to ski on. I am so thankful to report no injuries, either.

Todd was the beginner skier...but you would never know it. He did awesome. He took 1.5 days of lessons and caught on like a pro! I was really impressed at how great he did. He is hooked on skiing now! He told me on the way home, that he thinks he likes this kind of vacation to the mountains for skiing...better than a beach vacation! Can you believe that? I said how about, both!!!!!

We got to ski 3 full days, and were absolutely spent by the third. We skiied until we could ski NO MORE! We enjoyed every night in the hot tub, played dominos, watched 2 movies, ate very well (my mom's home cooking...yummo) and enjoyed great fellowship and laughs with my parents. We are so blessed as a family!

Below are some pics from our trip! Take care, love to all~!

Our mountain New Mexican adobe...

My dad, Richard in the kitchen checking it out...

Todd and I's bedroom...

My parents room...

The living room...

My parents, Richard and Ginger, enjoying the peace and quiet...

Our first sunset in NM...breathtaking, huh!

Todd and I ready to go...day one.

Taking a lunch break, outside on the deck at the bottom of the mountain.

My parents, Richard and Ginger, the pros...they have been skiing for 30 years.

Todd and I, Todd's first time down the BIG slopes.

Todd---spent after that first BIG slope!

Todd, rested and ready for more!

Check out Todd---even paralleling those skiis....you go BOY!

Mom and I on the lift.

Celebrating at the bottom of a run! I love to SKI!!!!!

Here we come...Todd and Leah!

Daddy....

The group...Richard, Ginger, Leah and Todd. Kuchina Peak in the back ground.

Kissy face....my fave!

Snow...here we come!

Yippeee! It is almost here....our snowie vacation that is. We leave tomorrow heading north to Taos, NM...via Lubbock, Tx. Maggie will be spending several days in Lubbock at her Grandma and Papaw's (Todd's parents) house while we get away with my parents for a few days to ski.

We are so excited to go. This will be Todd's first time at skiing. I am confident he will catch on quickly. I have not got to ski since my junior year of college...but it is one of my favorite things to do.

We plan on skiing until we can't ski anymore, dipping in the hot tub, watch some movies, play some games, and catch up on quality time together!

We would appreciate any prayers for safe travel and safe skiing! Love to all and have a good weekend!

P.S Pictures of the trip to follow in the next few days....

Something fun....The Lemonade Award! :)

The Lemonade Award

This is for bloggers who show great attitude and gratitude.What you have to do.....Upon receiving The Lemonade Award, you also pass it on to other bloggers who you think show great attitude and gratitude.

Here are the rules:

1. Put the logo on your blog or post

2. Nominate a few blogs which show great attitude and or gratitude

3. Link to your nominees within your post

4. Let them know that they have received this award by commenting on their blog

5. Share the love and link to this post and to the person from whom you received your awardIn no particular order, here are some of the blogs I read and love that show "great attitude or gratitude".

Thanks for always being inspiring and showing the Love of Christ with your blogs!

1. Sarah C.--www.carpenterscorner.blogspot.com

2. Sarah P.--www.mattandsarahpitts.blogspot.com

3. Leila F.--www.farberfamily.blogspot.com

4. Abbey B.--www.dallasbrewers.blogspot.com

5. Melissa N.--www.thevirginiaplace.blogspot.com

6. Kelly S.--www.kellyskornerblog.com

7.Chelsea C.--www.doublelame.blogspot.com

8.Nina T.--www.paulandninatreat.blogspot.com

Have a wonderful week, girls!

More hodge-podge pictures...

Another day at the park...who knew we could have such a beautiful warm day in February?

Being silly...and muddy!

Big girl!

Lets just say...we both accidentally found the mud! Ahhh, will our shoes ever be the same?

Can you say..."hollywood"?

An action video of the slide...

Mommy and her girl!

Ready for the ride home!

Maggie loves to play this game with her daddy and his hats....Where is our girl?

There she is...with a cheeto in her mouth! P.S please note the weiney dog, aka "crumb catcher" ready for action.

Daddy and his girl, Sunday morning ready for church! How do you like those Sunday "curls"?

I am the most blessed gal in the world. These two are my heart and whole world!

This is a booboo picture...Maggie had another busted lip. Ouchie! I am afraid she inherited my clumsiness, poor girl! But, couldn't you just get lost in those sweet blue eyes!

A hodge-podge of pictures from the last few days!

We love going to our park/playground in our neighborhood. It is a perfect distance away, that mommy and the dogs get some much needed excercise...but not too far that Maggie tires out in the bike wagon or stroller. Our girl is getting pretty brave and quick on the slide.


Ready-1-2-3 Go!

Cody & Buddy holding down the bench!

This slide almost got the best of her...but she made a great recovery.

Cutie pie Maggie...we love it when she sports her piggie-tails!

Maggie and her GiGi! All smiles....

Happy Valentines Day!

Happy Valentines Day to all!

We hope that even though this is the holiday to show love, that we as a family take the time to show and express love to all of you...all of the other days!

We treasure and love our family and friends! God Bless You today and Always!

Our sweet little Valentine...sharing her flower!

Isn't she so big!

Just for fun...this is Maggie's Valentine picture from last year.

I cannot believe the difference in just one year. This time last year, she was about 8 months old, only crawling and babbling, and had 2 tiny little bottom teeth just coming in. Booo, hoo, hoo...sniffle, sniffle! Today, she is 20 months old, walking-running-climbing, talking up a storm and has 12 teeth!

Enjoy and savor everyday.

My mother always says, "When you are a mommy, the days can be so long sometimes, but the years...so fast."

So true, huh!

Thank you Lord, for our sweet Maggie Caroline!