God Is So Good

Each time I look at these photos of my children, I am reminded of how much the Lord has truly blessed me with such a wonderful husband and three beautiful children. God has been so gracious to us.

Fun In The Snow

We finally got snow down here in the south! The kids loved it!

Picture Update!

Thought you could use another picture update! The kids are growing up so fast. Maddie is almost 3 1/2 years old, Gavin will be 2 next month, and Landon is almost 6 months old! The time is going by so fast. Enjoy the pics!

A Little Rest and Relaxation

Last weekend I was able to go on a women's retreat with my church, thanks to my wonderful husband and parents! It was so nice to get away for a weekend by myself and have some much needed rest and relaxation. We went to Epworth By The Sea on St. Simons Island. It was absolutely beautiful! I was definitely ready to come home by the end of the retreat to see my sweet babies (and of course Brian), but it was nice to spend some time with the ladies from church, especially my good friend Hadley.
It was the first time Brian had had Landon for more than a couple hours by himself, but he did awesome! Maddie went and stayed with my parents for the weekend, and Evan, my brother, came over to our house to help Brian out with the boys. I am so blessed to have such a wonderful family!

Learning Our Letters

We can't believe it, but Maddie (who isn't even 3 1/2 yet) has learned all of her letters and sounds! I wish that I could take all the credit, but I can't :) They got the Leapfrog Letter Factory from their Uncle Lance and Aunt Stephanie this past Christmas and they love it! I know some of you might think I'm a horrible mom, but they beg to watch it at least twice a day...and I let them :) At least it is educational! I guess because it is so repetative, she has picked up on the letters and sounds fast. I would definitely recommend the dvd to anyone with young kids.

Short and Simple...But So Funny!

I met my mom in Augusta today so we could hang out while we ran some errands together. We usually meet up at least once a month and she helps me with the kids while we get some shopping done. I had to run by Target to get some things for a baby shower next weekend, and of course as soon as we walk in, I'm drawn to the dollar section :) I can't help it! And I know that is the reason why they put it right up front. You can't walk by it without looking at all the cute stuff/junk. Don't get me wrong, they have some really awesome things, like the double pack of C batteries that I use for the swing for $1! Anyways, to get to the funny stuff. I gave in and let Maddie and Gavin pick out two things to buy. Gavin picked out a foam axe and football, and Maddie picked out a diary and princess ring pops. I explained that the diary was for writing secret things in. Well, as soon as my mom walked in to Target a couple minutes after us, Maddie yells out, "Look Gigi, I'm getting a diarrhea!" The things they say!

Let's Try This Again...And Again...

So most of you that know me well, know that I absolutely LOVE food! I really try to eat healthy, drink lots of water and workout, but sometimes I fail miserably. I usually start a workout routine and keep it up for a couple weeks, but then I take a break for a day, and...well you know what happens. I start making excuses of being too busy or needing to do other things.

I have made a couple of goals for this year, that hopefully I can really keep. The first is to drink only water throughout the day except for a glass of orange juice or milk in the morning at breakfast and tea or koolaid at night with my meal only. I know most people would laugh at this goal, but it really is a struggle for me to grab the pitcher of water instead of the tea or juice. The second goal is to workout at least 4 times a week for at least 20 minutes. I really do enjoy working out and the energized feeling I have after doing so, but I guess it is just getting the motivation to get up and do it! The past couple of weeks I have been going through the Jillian Michaels workout routines...wow, I am so out of shape! My last goal is the most important and the one that I long to see through. I want to wake up early each morning and begin my day with the Lord, everyday, not just when it "works" out. I know the only way my relationship with the Lord will continue to grow is for me to be in scripture and prayer daily. And this is what I desire. How can I be a godly example and teacher to my children if I am not daily in His word?