Busy Bees

This morning I had to be up and in Mountain Brook for a photo shoot.  The baby girl, Alice, was gorgeous, but not in the mood to finish up the shoot so I am going to go back and try again.  I did get some very cute shots, stay tuned to the blog at www.monicaannephotography.com for more on this shoot and so many others.
After the session I headed home.  Aunt B and John Michael had run to Trussville for Aunt Paula and Danny and Brandon were busy working in the yard.  There were some goofy areas that he basically turned into flower beds.  He got one of three done today, and the other two marked off so YAY for progress. 

When Brittany got back me and her and John Michael headed to WalMart and the Chopping Block.  We got almost everything we needed at Walmart, I forgot salt and milk.  Oh well.  We got hamburgers and pork chops at the chopping block.  If you have not been there for your meat you really should go, there is no better place to get your meat!  Now that we have a grill I plan to be there as often as the budget will allow.  If only we could get our refrigerator in maybe we would have a little room to store extra meat, this mini-fridge is insane!!!!

I started to feel pretty bad and basically could not keep my head up or my eyes open.  My allergies are really going nuts and it is not what I need right now.  I have way too much to do. 

Samantha and Mario came over and ate burgers with us.  Tami and Kevin and the boys were supposed to come over too but they got held up at football practice.  Poor Carter is also eaten up with poison ivy.  I hope that he feels better soon.  We missed you guys, but we will definitely make it happen soon. 

We all ended up sitting in the driveway until almost one watching the meteor shower.  It was so pretty and being up so high they looked so low.  It was gorgeous. 

Auburn's Season Starts

Well, today was a great day. It is supposed to be the end of our very long dry streak. We need some rain so I hope that this tropical system in the Gulf sends it to us.

The best part about today was the fact that SEC football resumed! Auburn played at 11. They played Utah, it was a game that was too close. I love my boys in Orange and Blue no matter what, but I am very glad that they won their season opener. It seemed to be a good day overall for the SEC. I do not understand those who truly hate Auburn it makes no sense to me. The funny thing is the most obnoxious of fans are not even ones who went to the schools. Most of the time they are uneducated morons who ruin the fun for everyone. I am a football fan, yes I always want Auburn to win, but I do not spend my time hoping for others to lose. I like it when all SEC teams win (except of course when they are playing Auburn). This used to be how football was.

Anyway, after the game we went to visit Pop at the butcher shop. For anyone who has not been to visit The Chopping Block in Springville, you definitely should. Brandon and the boys grilled hamburgers for dinner, and they were delicious. I love it when the men cook.

Well, it was a great Saturday and I am hoping that Sunday comes with rain...lots of rain!

Meetings and Friends

So today started late. I slept much later than I wanted or needed to but I guess my body had different plans. Oh well, it was still a productive day so I have no complaints.

Brandon had to go to Clay Recreation to be there for football registration. He will be video taping all of the football games, as long as enough people purchase the discs. I really hope that they do. I will go one Saturday with him to get some photographs, but this will be his fall baby. The boys had to go with him today, because I had to meet with a couple about a wedding. He said that the boys were great and as always Danny got a kick out of helping. There were no orders today, but several fliers went home. Come on everyone, it is a great deal! Praying that more orders will start to come in. Also praying that more people sign up, right now I think registration is pretty low.

The couple that I met with today was amazing. They are so sweet and are going to be stunning to photograph. I am looking forward to August 5th when I am able to be a part of their very special day. TC and Danielle I know that you two will be very happy! They are very easy going, which is always nice.

After Brandon and I got home from our business for the day everyone changed and we headed to Amy and Terry's for dinner and swimming. It was great spending time with them and Terri. The kids all had a blast. Between the pool, hot dogs, and the Wii I am not sure what they enjoyed the best. After dinner the moms all got into the pool and it was a lot of fun! Thanks again for having us over.

Well, everyone is home and it was not long at all and the boys (all three of them) were passed out. I love it when they play themselves to bed. Tomorrow is going to be busy, laundry, cleaning errands and a photo session are just a glimpse into what it will bring.

So I am going to join everyone else in dreamland. I am pretty beat. I am so thankful for good friends and a growing business, all of which were the highlights of the weekend. Praying for everyone!

Fireworks on the Lake

So I am behind....big surprise I know, but I am catching up. This would be for Sunday, July 3rd.

We had some friends to the lake today to swim, eat, and watch fireworks. Our neighbors up there put on a show like no other, at least in my opinion. It lasts longer than the big City ones and it is a little more enjoyable since you are with friends and family instead of friends, family, and 10,000 others. While I love people, a lot leaving the same place at one time tend to make me a little nervous. Especially now that I have kids.

We had a great time with everyone. Our kids all play so well together and with a lake to wear themselves out in it was great. They swam until the sun was starting its descend too!

Brandon grilled some very good hamburgers and hotdogs. I made the oreo/chocolate chip pie thing. And of course there was beer, wine, and best of all was Nick's margaritta's! Those are always the best! Thanks again for making them!

Well, it was a great fireworks show. The kids had a blast watching them, and playin with sparklers. Even our neighbor's kids came to play with the sparklers. I am all about the more the merrier so it was great. I was glad to meet the neighbors. They are really great. Hopefully we will see them up there more, as again Brandon and I are determined to get up there more this year and make the most out of every weekend. Of course it will be like 2 at least before we go again, but it is all for good reasons! Weddings and Football!!!

Before the night was over there was an incident. I will not go into details for the person's privacy, but I do ask that you all say a prayer for a dear friend of mine. She suffers from disautonomia (sp?) and just needs some prayers. Thanks guys, you are great!

Memorial Day

I hope that everyone had a safe and happy Memorial Day. While so many people were getting up to enjoy the day I hope that you all stopped and said a little word of thanks for all of the men and women who have died for this country. I have said it before and I will say it again, always thank a soldier for what they do for us. The little things that we do everyday and take for granted are things that others have died to give to us. Thank you to all of the US military and to their families! My family and I appreciate all that you do.

Today we enjoyed a day on the lake. It was about as close to perfect. The weather was great, the kids had a blast, the company was great. Not only were we with family we were with friends. Terri, Steven and Alex came to visit us at the lake for the first time and minus the fish thinking Terri was a snack, and the bizarre bubbles I think that they all had a great time, I hope that they did anyway. Jessica, Nick, Kiersten, and Elliot also came to visit. This was not their first visit, but the first of the season. They all seemed to have a great time minus the tree appearing a little to close. I look forward to them all coming back and maybe Amy, Terry, Sasha, and Connor coming too. Brandon grilled some really good hamburgers and hotdogs. Thanks for those again baby! The kids seriously played till they were ready to pass out. We had a great time and we hope that they all did too! In fact Danny fell asleep before we left so getting him to the truck was fun and they were both asleep before the dirt met the pavement.

Well, I am off to bed to say that I am tired is an understatement. I have a lot to get done tomorrow and it starts early. I think we are headed back this weekend. I am super excited. I am also hoping to have a car again tomorrow, and that it is minus its many unique sounds. Before I go to bed I will be saying a prayer for all of you!

The unofficial summer kickoff day was a great one and I know that the rest of the summer will be too!