More Baseball!

We had another baseball game today. Carter played catcher. Needless to say, I prayed the whole time he was behind homeplate. Brad told me I couldn't talk to him, but that didn't stop him from talking, giving pointers, and physically moving him right in the line of the ball. He caught several balls and covered the plate when he was suppose to. He also hit a line drive to center field that earned him a triple. He is really a good player. We are so proud of him. He loves baseball. He was looking forward to playing catcher, but after two innings of squatting, I think he got it out of his system (let's hope so). Mommy doesn't like him being in the line of fire.

What is wrong with this picture??????

We went to the Youngs' party for the LSU/ Auburn game. For those of you who have never lived in Alabama....there are only 2 college football teams that exist to these people (Alabama and Auburn). My children have lived here too long, because Kennedy is an Auburn fan and Carter is an Alabama fan (although, on this night he wore Auburn clothes). They are told at school, they have to choose either Alabama or Auburn. We are trying hard to reverse the brainwashing that occurs, but right now they are determined to be non LSU fans. I KNOW they will grow out of this. We had a blast at the party. Brad and I were the only LSU fans there and we WON!!!! Everyone was very gracious and enjoyed the "Louisiana" food we brought. Now, to defeat Alabama in November! GEAUX Tigers!!!!

Open House at SSC!

Tonight, we went to open house at the children's school. In Kennedy's class they had worked on a handout that said...."Finish these Famous Sayings...". Some of them were hilarious, so I thought I would share them.

Better safe than not.
Strike while the man is coming. (Brad loved this one)
It's always darkest before light.
Never underestimate the power of God.
You can lead a horse to water, but you can't lead the dog to the doghouse.
Don't bite the hand that pets you.
The pen is mightier than the pencil.
A penny saved is 1 cent.
Two's company, three's correct.
Children should be seen and not my mom and dad.
A stitch in time saves Gas.
A watched pot never tells time.

9/11

I have spent the majority of this morning reflecting on what happened 7 years ago today. I have prayed for the victim's families, our leaders, and our country as a whole. The way our country pulled together after this tragedy was absolutely amazing. I am so very proud to be an American! I am also proud of the men and women who serve this country. I remembered a tribute song that came out after 9/11 and decided to post it. It is an example of God being sovereign and in control of everything. Please listen, watch, and remember that God is always there for us, even in our darkest hour. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0xtZrVV7kq8

Fall Ball has begun!

Yesterday was Carter's first baseball game of the season. This year, he is playing in the machine pitch league. His team won by two runs. He played first base. In this league, the boys get five pitches from the machine. If they don't hit the ball after the 5th pitch, the coach brings out the tee and they hit off of that. He got three really good hits. It was a great game and we are so proud of Carter. I will try to add video later.

More Louisiana Pictures

Carter was able to ride in a tractor and cut hay. He thought that was the coolest thing ever. Kennedy and Carter love going to the "country" and actually want to live there. Me, I just like to visit.

Louisiana Trip!!!

The children and I just returned from Louisiana. We were able to visit both of my sisters and their families, several aunts and and uncles, and both of my grandmothers. One of my oldest and dearest friends, Laina, was also in town. It was a great trip, just too short. We weren't suppose to come home until tonight, but due to Gustav and evacuations, we came home last night. The trip usually takes us about 7 hours. It took us almost 10 yesterday. I finally met my newest neice and nephew, Cooper Allen and Chloe Grace. I have two friends with twins and now my sister. I honestly don't know how they do it. My youngest sister, Lacey just moved into their new house. They built it as they could afford to, so she is 29 years old and owns a house out right. I personally can't imagine that, but I am so proud of them. The other baby in the picture is Lacey's youngest, Brett.