Thankful: Days 22, 23, 24

So I'm a few days off again...but this post is so cute, it will make up for the missed time.  As I type, I am so thankful that our expectant friends have delivered safe and healthy babies in the past 2 weeks.  I haven't met these sweet babies yet, but thanks to facebook - I have seen their sweet faces!  Don't worry little sweet angels, I'm coming to hug and kiss you soon!

 

Day 22

Henry Maddox Ellison

{born on Nov.13th}

Henry's mom is my best friend from college, Katie!

I am so happy for her and her husband Shane.

I think he's the cutest little turkey ever!

 

Day 23

Lauren Murphy Mattox

{born on Nov.24th}

Big sister Erin and baby sister Lauren!

Lauren's daddy is the head football coach at Booneville High.

Coach Mattox and his wife have been so sweet to Trey & I this year!

 

Day 24

William Elam Flurry

{born on Nov.25th}

Handsome little Elam.

Elam's parents are high school friends of Trey.

We are so happy for the Flurry's and can't wait to meet sweet Elam!

Thankful: Day 21

Day 21

FAMILY RECIPES

I am so thankful for family recipes and for all of the wonderful cooks on both sides of my family. I have learned from the absolute best!! My Granny, Memaw, and Mom taught me how to cook and gave me so many yummy recipes! I am excited to one day share them with my own family. I spent this morning baking pecan pies...a recipe handed down to me from my mom - and I'm pretty sure she got it from my granny. I just smile thinking of how many times this one recipe has been made.

My momma's pecan pie recipe.  Yum-o!

Thankful: Days 13-20

I knew this would happen!

I got busy and excited about Thanksgiving break, and have neglected my blog and thankful posts.  I'm sure all 3 of you who read this are SO upset!!  Hahaha.  So I will try to play catch up and do a quick list of thankfulness...

Day 13:   I am thankful for a reliable car that gets me around NE Mississippi everyday!

Day 14:   I am thankful for Wednesday night meals at my in-laws house.

Day 15:   I am thankful for our nice cozy home that we have made here in Booneville.

Day 16:   I am thankful to have a whole week off for Thanksgiving break!

Day 17:   I am thankful that my parents live in Starkville and that we always have a place to stay when we go to ballgames (or any other time we wanna go to Stark)!

Day 18:   I am thankful for my health.  So far I haven't been sick this school year.  (knock on wood)

Day 19:   I am thankful that my husband helps me out around the house.  Yes, he does the vacuuming and mopping.  I am blessed!

Day 20:   Today, I am thankful for the beautiful weather that God has blessed us with lately.  We went on a walk today and it was absolutely beautiful outside!  It was the perfect setting for a little hubby/wife time on our Thanksgiving break!

Thankful: Day 12

DAY 12

My Brother

Today I am thankful for my big brother Nick.

We've argued, fought, and loved each other for 29 years!

So glad he is my big brother and is always there for me!

Love you Nick!

 

{Kosciusko - 1984}

 

{probably around 1986-87}

{Thanksgiving - 2011}

 

Thankful: Day 11

DAY 11

My PePaw

Today is my PePaw's 80th birthday!  He is the sweetest, kindest man I know.  I am so glad he is my Pepaw and I cherish all the memories we have!  I used to go stay with him and my Memaw all the time as a child and even went to Mountain View, Arkansas with them one summer in their camper.  They loved vacationing there!  I know he misses my Memaw daily (just as I do) and I pray for his strength and health in the days ahead with out her.  I can't believe it's been almost 5 months since she went to heaven.  Please say a special prayer for my sweet PePaw and wish him a Happy Birthday!!!!

 

Thankful: Day 10

DAY 10

Our Military

I am so thankful to live in the United States.

All four of mine and Trey's grandfathers are veterans. 

We are so proud of our families and thankful for all who have served and all who have paid the ultimate price for our freedom. 

 

Thankful: Day 9

DAY 9

Friday Night Football

Tonight, the Booneville Blue Devil football season came to an end.

We lost to Byhalia in the 2nd round of the playoffs.

I am so proud of all of the coaches, but of course I am super proud

of husband, Coach Ward!  He worked so hard this season and put his heart

into coaching this team and doing his part.  Congrats to the BHS football team

on a great winning season {9-3}.

I am so thankful for this wonderful sport that has been an important part of my life since birth!