10 years....

10 years ago today, Rick and I became man and wife. I was trying to write something deep, romantic, and sweet, but I've found I can't put my feelings into words.

Just....Rick, thank you. I love you.

Tomorrow....

Abby will turn 5. I can't believe it. This has been, without a doubt, the fastest 5 years of my life.

How could she go from this....

to this....

so quickly?

Abby,

Your daddy and I love you so much. Every day we are thankful that God gave us you. We are very proud of you. You are a great big sister and a good friend. You care about others and you love Jesus. We love to hear you sing "Awesome God" and "Shine Jesus Shine". We know you will be a wonderful kindergartner! We just couldn't ask for a better daughter! Happy Birthday!

Hooray for Hollywood?

In early April 2004, Rick correctly answered a trivia question on Lite 98 to win a "Fox Prize Pack". He was also entered to win a trip to LA to see a taping of American Idol. We didn't think much of it, because who really wins those things? Well, Rick does!

Two tickets to performance night, two tickets to results night!

We also saw "On Air with Ryan Seacrest".

I was 5 1/2 months pregnant with Abby. The 5 hour plane ride was NOT fun.

The Hollywood sign.


Rick and I with the sign in the background.

Judy Garland's prints

I have no idea why Rick took this picture, but I do remember that while we were there we learned by email about the birth of a special little guy....Ryan Sherrill!

We had a lot of fun, but I am definitely NOT a California girl. No grass, hazy atmostphere, and no sweet tea! Lite 98/Fox Richmond were great, they paid for our airfare, hotel, and some spending money! It was a great experience! This was the year Fantasia won, we were there the night Jon Stevens got voted off (remember him--the redheaded guy who was no good?)

One Year Old

Photos from May 13, 2008.....

Here I am!

born at 5:50 PM

8 lbs, 7 oz, 19 1/4 inches

Mom finally gets to hold me.

Meeting my big sister!

Beautiful boy.

Head full of red hair.