aven't had time to keep things up like I wanted to. I guess chasing a busy little boy is tougher than I thought it would be. He is into everything, they say boys are different than girls and goodness are they. But what fun he is. Now being 15 months old he has really started to develop a personality, started talking and uses his sign language to tell us when he really wants something although he will pitch a royal fit when he feels the need. Maddie Grace was very quite at this age would sit and read books with you lay down with you and snuggle, Samuel not so much although he is wonderful at giving kisses, he wants you to read him books while he is standing and can move around and he isn't still long enough to snuggle much. 
Our summer was busy but great we went to Seagrove Beach and it was beautiful, we have always gone to Amelia Island, but it was a nice change. It is one subdivision over from Seaside, famous for the movie,"Truman Show". Maddie Grace had a ball and loved the calm seas of the gulf, Samuel hated the sand but after a few days did warm up to the ocean. It was a great trip. Maddie Grace had here 8th birthday right before we left so we had a small thing before we left with just the 4 of us, and we finally let her get her ears pierced. We also made a trip to the zoo this summer and several trips to the lake. It seems every year it goes by faster and faster.
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| Daddy and Sam checking out the sand |
Maddie Grace had a spend the night party last weekend to finally have the chance to celebrate the big 8 with her friends. I wasn't sure if I was crazy or a glutton for punishment. The girls were really good though, we all stayed over at Papa and Dede's townhouse , I didn't think that a 15 month old and 8 little girls would work very well. I had a friend whose little girl was at the party spend the night and help. Between Greer
and I we pretty much had things under control. Although it has been a long time since I had a slumber party things are much the same still, lots of giggles,pizza, cake, junk food and little girls trying to stay awake as long as possible. We did manage to get them to sleep just after 1am. All in all it was a great night and Maddie Grace was so happy which is what matters the most. She has had a tough summer she started sleep walking and almost came over the balcony once , scared us to death and has had some anxiety issues which we are trying so hard to work on. It developed when Zach was in the hospital and became worse after he died. She is now to the age where she has lots of questions about Zach and what happend, his funeral,etc.. It takes time to go through it all with her
and I we pretty much had things under control. Although it has been a long time since I had a slumber party things are much the same still, lots of giggles,pizza, cake, junk food and little girls trying to stay awake as long as possible. We did manage to get them to sleep just after 1am. All in all it was a great night and Maddie Grace was so happy which is what matters the most. She has had a tough summer she started sleep walking and almost came over the balcony once , scared us to death and has had some anxiety issues which we are trying so hard to work on. It developed when Zach was in the hospital and became worse after he died. She is now to the age where she has lots of questions about Zach and what happend, his funeral,etc.. It takes time to go through it all with her 
and drains us both in the process-- We just pray she will be okay.
School started on Wednesday and Maddie Grace is now in the 3rd grade, wow, where does the time go?? She was thrilled and was a little upset that I wanted to take her to school instead of letting her ride the bus. Sam missed her so much he has really enjoyed her this summer or maybe I should say enjoyed driving her crazy. Kyle is teaching 4th this year and coaching of course. Last season was tough but we saw alot of improvement this summer and are excited about the chance for a better season.
After I took her to school since she has to be there by 7:30 Samuel and I decided to make a run for some oatmeal at Chic-fil-a (excellent by the way). While I was waiting in the line I noticed I line of girls coming out all in high school dressed like a 25 year old going to a party. As they strolled across the parking lot I noticed that each little girl got into their car and I lost it-- Really?? lets go down the line new Mercedes convertible, Mercedes SUV, new BMW convertible, new Solaris convertible, and 2 more lexus'. I mean really! At 16 maybe 17 you really need a 70- 80,000 car. This week took MG to a Chic-fil-a for lunch (i think there is a pattern here) , we went in ordered food and as usual the staff was more than nice and so helpful even when same was "talking" loudly. The young man behind the counter was as nice as could be and when I looked up I realized that he went to our church and Maddie Grace recognized him because he sings alot with the youth band. On to my point this young man was working at chic-fil-a, wasn't driving a fancy car 
and I know that his parents could afford it, how do I know this? Because his dad is Coach Richt. It made me smile to see that expectations have not gone completely away and that teaching children how to earn something is still valued. And it made me have even more respect them. And let me say this before someone gets mad-- I know that these girls could very well be sweet, outgoing, the perfect child who thinks of others first and is the next mother Teresa, doubtful but I will accept that. Even if they are NO 16 year old needs a car like that and if they do then why.
Anyway off my soapbox-- We are all doing great and since we are back on schedule I will update more frequently. Hope everyone had a great summer and wonderful start to the school year. Pray for our country no matter where you fall politically are we are in a bad place as a nation and need to get it together soon
1 comments:
I so enjoy reading about your babies! Praying for Maddie Grace and I hope she has a GREAT school year! (And I completely agree w/ you about teenagers and cars! What happened to getting an Accord {and a USED one at that!} when you turn 16! Ha!)
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