Happy New Year 2014

Happy New Year to you!!!

This year I have no resolutions.  Every year I try to make them I set myself up for failure.  I don’t do well in a pressure cooker.  Instead I’m just going to put it all in God’s hands knowing that everything is exactly how it should be.  Sure, I need to make a lot of changes, but I also know I’m a child of God.  I sin.  My sin has already been forgiven.

Because of HIM I can face tomorrow.

May this new year be a blessing to each and every one of you!  I look forward to journaling and following everyone’s lives.  It’s amazing looking back at blogging over 7 years later & how everyone’s lives have changed.  It’s just the best thing ever.  I hope I don’t ever lose that…..the close connection.  It’s why I started this in the first place.  Even if you don’t blog anymore, at least we had the chance to cross paths and impact each other’s lives.  It’s been the greatest & I wish everyone all the best….may all your hopes & dreams be realized….if not this coming year….in the future.

My greatest blessing wishes you a Happy New Year too 🙂D7K_3463 D7K_3456 D7K_3466 D7K_3469

I’m a sucker for photos 🙂D7K_3471 Untitled-1

Texas Christmas (Not What I Imagined)

So, Connor is finally at the age where he understands Christmas and the joy and wonder are transparent in this little human being.  We had a great time in Arkansas, and we had more Christmas plans when we returned to Texas.  Unfortunately Connor got sick.  Like….really sick.  My sweet hubby stayed home with him on Thursday and Friday so I could get back to work.  Terence took him to the Doctor on Friday for an x-ray and breathing treatment.    He tested negative for the flu and strep.  I am not sure what he has, just that he’s congested and has a high fever.

Saturday morning I woke up feeling like poo.  The sickness hits our household hard at least once a year…..geesh.  I called Connor’s school and his teacher told me almost every kid was absent.  So something has got to be going around right?  All of that said our Christmas plans were not as we’d imagined, but we were together as a family and that’s the most important thing.  Connor got a new bike and some toys, Terence got me a new digital tablet I’d been wanting, and my sweet in-laws brought us some yummy food since we couldn’t be with them.

So, it may have not been the Christmas I’d imagined….but it was a blessing to be together & celebrate Jesus birth.

My little sick guy.D7K_3310 Trying to get the hang of my new tablet 🙂

D7K_3286Connor trying to get better…now we are ALL trying to get better!

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Prayers for HEALTH In 2014 appreciated!!!! xoxo Becky

 

An Arkansas Christmas 2013

Last week Connor and I headed to Arkansas for an early Christmas with my Mom, Dad, sister, Nannie, and many family & friends.  Connor did great on the drive, he’s such a good little guy 🙂

We are so blessed to have the most beautiful place on Earth (in my opinion) to spend Christmas at.  Nannie and Papa’s farm will always hold a special place in our hearts.  So many memories over my lifetime were spent there and I hope Connor has the same wonderful memories.

It’s hard living away from your family and friends, but that just makes the times you do get together extra special.  Bonnie and I went out to dinner one night with our good friends from highschool.  Mom, Bonnie, and I spent a few girls days together shopping.  Then we headed to the farm for Christmas celebrations & Jarrett’s 4th birthday.

So, here are some pictures from the trip…there are lots…but I’d rather have too many than too little!

D7K_2837Twinkie love D7K_2831Bonnie and her FIANCE Vinny! Yay! Yes…that’s right Bonnie’s engaged!  I’m trying to get her back into blogging….we shall see!  Vinny gave her the most gorgeous ring.  Very excited and pray that God blesses this marriage. D7K_28281471978_10152056999090860_890560911_n D7K_2795 D7K_2788Bon and I taking pictures! D7K_2781Ready to open presents! D7K_2800 D7K_2810The boys and Nannie Sue

D7K_2814-950x629Look at those presents!D7K_2834 D7K_2848 D7K_2851 D7K_2841 D7K_2895My Mom & Dad

These two love birds just celebrated their 35th wedding anniversary! D7K_2885 D7K_2898Opening stockings the next morning D7K_2906 D7K_2777 D7K_2776 D7K_2772 D7K_2769 D7K_2768 D7K_2757 D7K_2751 D7K_2746Nannie & her boys at the Christmas tree in downtown Conway D7K_2742 D7K_2737 D7K_2727 D7K_2691 D7K_2686MERRY CHRISTMAS!!!!

We’ve had a bout of sickness in our house.  Yesterday we were stuck in the house all day and Connor didn’t even want to open his presents poor little guy.  He’s been running a high fever and feeling awful.  I’ll recap on all that later….Hope you all had the best Christmas!!!  xoxo Becky

Photography Site Launch!!!

I’m so excited to tell you all that I’m launching an official photography site.  In 2014 I want to dive into photography a bit more.  I am not going to quit my day job….but….I do want to grow and learn.  Photography is something I really enjoy and the creative outlet it brings.  I adore watching families grow year after year….

If you are looking for a photographer in the DFW area I would be honored and blessed to work with you!

Check out the new site HERE  (I just started working on it today….so I may be making a few tweaks and adjustments along the way)

xoxo Becky

Clothes Shopping for Kids at Carters #MC #CartersFam

“I participated in an Influencer Program on behalf of Mom Central consulting for Carter’s. I received a gift card to facilitate my shopping trip and to thank me for participating.”D7K_2665When it comes to shopping for my kiddo one of my FAVORITE places to shop is at Carters.  They offer something for everyone.  From dress clothes, to casual wear, and the cutest pajamas….you can find everything to style your loves in one spot!

Here Connor is wearing some pirate pajamas from Carters & a cute dress shirt the next day.
carters1Carter’s Friends & Family Event (25% off your entire purchase) is taking place from 12/19 – 12/24, so you can get even more for your money!MCC-Carters-Friends-Family-Coupon-1
Simply print this coupon out or pull it up on your phone at the cash register.

The above-mentioned coupon excludes clearance, doorbusters & Carter’s at Home. This promotion is available both in-store and online.
carters3 Carter’s a trusted name in children’s clothing, makes it easy to find cute and thoughtful gifts for little ones this holiday season. Available in sizes newborn – 7, Carter’s proves an easy, one-stop shop for adorable outfits this holiday season.

I love how Carter’s has a play area in all their stores for you child to play while you shop.  I’ve been shopping at Carters since before Connor was born and the clothes have lasted years later after we’ve passed them on to friends and family.
D7K_2666 Love these adorable bibs!D7K_2667 We’ve owned several pairs of Carters shoes too.  So cute!D7K_2668 Aren’t these Santa pajamas adorable???
D7K_2674 I came home with quite the haul.  Including a few items not seen here.  I even stocked up on a few Valentine’s items before they sell out.  I just LOVE the dress shirts for my little man too.  D7K_2681 OMG.  I mean aren’t these dinosaur Valentine pajamas adorable?  He’s going to be one little stud in 2014 thanks to Carters.  That’s why I keep going back….they prices are unbeatable and the styles are too!D7K_2682

Home Again…Home Again…

I’m having a great visit in Arkansas with family right now!  So good to see my Mom, Dad, and sister.  Today we are headed to the farm to celebrate Christmas with Nannie.  I am watching Connor and Jarrett right now and they  just adore each other…then they fight.  But mostly they adore each other 😉

Y’all can follow on Instagram if you want to stay in touch during our trip!!!! xoxo Becky

1476565_10153599619385125_1910612827_n Mom took us out to get nails done and we got shellac for the first time!  I’m interested to see how long it stays on.  We all got Christmas nails.  1531603_10153600579975125_2132364114_n