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My Big Girl PJs...

Last night I wore big girl pjs...no footies (I am too long for most of those) and it was two pieces. My mom was sad to put me in them, but I really liked the comfort they provided. This morning when mom got me up, we both put on our slippers & went downstairs. We have been sleeping with the windows open because of the nice fall weather, but it makes it a little chilly in the morning if you don't have footie pjs on. So, here's a pic of me this morning!

My Happy Girl...

Well...the sunlight was not at a good spot, but she was happy so I grabbed the camera for some pics. Her personality is really developing. She is pretty laid back like her dad & kinda quirky like me....I guess that's a good mix! Enjoy the pics.

This just makes me laugh....

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Trusting...

Trusting God = easy in the good times and tough in the tough times

What I know...
God wants us to be involved in ministry in the local church
God has wired us in specific ways
God gives us our abilities & passions
God has always provided for us
God is good all the time
God has a plan
God has not forgotten us
God is sufficient for me
God loves when we give
God loves when we trust Him...
God give me the courage to trust you no matter what my circumstances look like

Peyton Chillin with her dog...

Yes, she sometimes loves the dog way more than me...but that's okay. She is cute!

Palin...

This may be the first time I have ever blogged about politics. I cannot remember an election where I felt so strongly about the decision we have to choose our next leader. Maybe it is because I now have been in the workplace, have a family, have an education, have medical bills....I don't know, but who our leader is matters. Anyway, my preference on candidate has not changed because of Sarah Palin. What she has done though, is give me someone in this campaign that I feel like I could sit down and have coffee with, someone that has reminded me of what I value. She has connected me to the issues of the campaign. I feel like she has connected with my generation especially, not to mention moms all over this country. She has reminded me why our country is still great...even with all the issues...even with the politics...even with the economy...and the war. Anyway, that's all I have to say right now...I have enjoyed watching her enter the national spotlight!

5 Month Pics...

Big Girl Things...

I am learning so many things these days...like eating...today was my first taste of cereal. Besides the fact that I tried to feed myself & therefore covered my hands in it, I did pretty good. I mostly just sucked it all off the spoon, but I didn't spit any out...it just didn't all quite make it in!!!

I also decided yesterday that I can feed myself my bottle. Mom & dad didn't know I could since I only have one or two bottles a week...but, I showed them.

I am about to have to retire some of my little baby things like my bouncy seat, because I just sit up in it instead of relaxing back. Mom puts me in it for movie time, but big girls don't lean back...we sit up.

I have really begun to like playing peek-a-boo. My mom disappears behind her hands & then reappears & says "peek-a-boo!!!". Sometimes it makes me laugh; sometimes I just stare at her and try to figure this out. She is really funny though:)

Peyton's First Gameday...

watching a 3-D video with Dax & Cole

Well, I think Peyton's first college football gameday experience was good. Auburn & Arkansas won! Uncle Josh came to visit for the weekend. Buck's birthday was fun. We relaxed and enjoyed our three-day weekend!

Bath Time...

Happy Birthday Buck...

Happy Birthday, babe. I love you. I am so thankful you are in my life.

We are in the middle of a series at church called The Marriage Project. I have been so encouraged throughout the series mostly because I know God has a desire for our marriage to be great. He designed it. He has a purpose for it. He wants marriage to be a picture of his love for the church. I truly believe this is the only opportunity on earth we will have to see this love played out. That is why a healthy marriage is so essential. I have also realized how blessed I am. My husband believes the best about me. I have not realized until lately how rare this is & how thankful I am for it. He believes God has a purpose for everything we are going through. He is not perfect, but he lives each day to make the most of Jesus in our family. I am not worried about the example our children will have of a husband or a father. He is so intentional about loving and serving us.

So, thanks babe for leading our family, for working hard every day for us. I love you.

...

WAR EAGLE...

Little Things are Big Things...

Well, today Peyton did something fun...she moved her keys from one hand to the other. I missed it at first, but then I watched and saw her move them back. I love the little ways she shows she is learning & growing. I am having such a fun time being her mom. I love taking walks with her. I love going swimming with her. I love cuddling with her when she isn't quite ready to wake up. I love listening to her when she is slowly fading to sleep. I love watching her laugh with her dad. I love the way she watches people. I love when she crosses her eyes because she is concentrating so hard. I love the way she grabs your finger & attacks it with her mouth. I love that Jesus gave her to our family. We pray every day that she will know His love by the way we love each other and the way we love her.

Peyton Playing with Dad...

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Peyton Playing in the Backyard - 4 Months

Olympics....

Okay, so everyone else is blogging about the Olympics so I guess I should too. We haven't been watching b/c we don't get anything but CBS on tv & our mac does not have windows on it so our browser does not support the video. BUT, I am currently borrowing a PC from my brother. It is great. Peyton and I basically watched the entire Olympics in one day today...not a bad day since I wasn't feeling too hot. We watched swimming (she liked that...I think since she likes to swim), field hockey, live basketball, archery, kayaking, rowing, baseball, softball, fencing, and a bit of volleyball and water polo. I loved it. I know I am a nerd. Buck has already reminded me that the Olympics are marketed towards people like me...people who want to go buy Coca-Cola just to get the commemorative cans. I also like to keep up with all of the Auburn alum/students/future students who are excelling in the games...it gives me someone else to cheer for...the Womens 100m Backstroke for instance was a sweep: GOLD-Natalie Coughlin, USA; SILVER-Kirsty Conventry, Zimbabwe & Auburn; BRONZE-Margaret Hoelzer, USA & AUBURN...WAR EAGLE! Anyway, we relaxed and watched the Olympics...it was fun!

Peyton Loves Playing Outside...

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Still Growing...

Well, Peyton has had her Four-Month Check-up. She did great for most of the visit...even though it went a little long and in to her naptime. So, she is 16lbs. 2oz. now and is 26 inches long! GROWING! I am glad she is healthy. She is going back in a few weeks to check on some fluid in her ears, but other than that everything looks good. And, the doc said we can wait until at least six months to start any food or cereal, since she is still doing fine with breastfeeding alone. YAY! Anyway, that is a quick update of our growing girl.

I Love to Read...and Stick My Tongue Out...

Peyton is Four Months Old Today...

Wow, time is flying by. It seems as though everyday Peyton is doing something new, or exploring something for the first time. I have loved every second of her life! Even though I am sad that she is getting so big so fast, I am so thankful that she is healthy & growing as she should. God is taking care of her each moment. I am so thankful that He loves her even more than me, more than I can fathom.

Learning to Sit & New Sounds...

So, I have just about got this sitting thing down. When my mom puts toys in front of me, I usually reach out and get them...sometimes I tip over, but most of the time I just play with my toys...I use them and my hands to help hold me up. Yesterday, though, I was in the tub and really wanted to splash, so I decided to sit up the real way. I lasted about 10 seconds...then my mom caught me!

Today I started making a new sound. It is not my mom's favorite. Basically, I suck in a lot of air...you know so it sounds like I can't breathe. Then, I let it out and laugh really hard. I love this sound. My mom does not. It's okay, she still thinks I am soooo cute.

Have a good day!
Peyton

I'm Almost Four Months Old...

YAY! POOP...

Well, even though no one wants to know...the prune juice worked. I think Peyton feels much better!

Aunt Kim Came to Visit...

Aunt Kim came to visit our family last week. She was very generous as usual & we had a good time. We went to dinner for Mother's Day & Father's Day! Mostly we just hung out. She also brought Peyton a Taggie dog...she loves it. It is her favorite toy to play with right now.