Thanksgiving Day

Once again, I managed to stuff myself to the point that I was miserable! Between my Grandmother's stuffing and Billy's Grandmother's desserts, it was bound to happen!

In all seriousness, Thanksgiving day was awesome. Like always, we split the day between the Mayes', the Gabbard's and the Turner's. It all worked out perfectly and we were able to spend time with everyone. It's so nice to have all of our families in town. Life is good. We are surrounded by sweet friends, a caring family, healthy children and a God that is always faithful. We do not deserve the wonderful life we have, and yet, He loves us enough to bless us beyond all measure. Thank you, God!

Kent, summed it up at the end of the day and said, "Mom, it really was a great day."

I agree!

It's a Beautiful Morning

Isn't this gorgeous? While I was getting ready for work last week, I noticed my bathroom was a lot brighter than usual. When I looked out the window, this is what I saw. It took my breath away. When you stop and think, it really is amazing what God can do. It's almost like he painted a picture in the sky with the clouds!

Go Hogs and Hunters!

Saturday was the first time in a long time the Mayes household was just girls! We had a great time. We watched movies, took a nap and went to the Razorback game.

It doesn't get much better than that!

Me and my girl

My little cheerleader

This was the play right before the first touchdown for Arkansas

Pig Sooie!!!

So, while we were having girl time, the boys were in Huntsville doing their own thing.

Lately Kent and Amos have really started to show an interest in hunting.

Am I excited about this?

No.

However, I know it thrills Billy, and that makes me happy.

Grandpa helping Amos with his target practice

Not bad for a little guy!

The other day we were driving to school and Amos says...

A: Hey mom, have you ever shot a 25?

me: A what?

A: A 25?

me: Do you mean a 22?

A: Huh....

me: Honey, I'm pretty sure mean a 22.

A: No, Mom. I've shot a 25 with Dad, and it was awesome! Want me to show you how to shoot sometime?

me: Of course!

How cute was that? He thinks he knows all about guns already! (He's just like me... talks about things he has no idea about!)

What a great shot!

Later that night, Billy shot a deer. (Notice I didn't follow that last sentence up with a exclamation point!) Yea, I guess I'm happy for him, BUT I DON'T want another stinkn' deer head on my wall!

I guess we all had a great day!

Catherine-

Thanks again for the parking spot! I REALLY appreciate it! :-)

Paying it Forward

Paying it forward is one of my favorite things! I love, love, love to listen to the stories on KLRC. Well, on the way to work this morning, I was listening and heard the most touching story. It was one of those stories that put a lump in your throat, and I couldn't quit thinking about it.

So anyway, when I got to work I told my mom about it, and I told her how I wish I could "pay it forward" every time I went through a drive through. That's got to be a great feeling... knowing your making someones day!

At 12:15 today, I went through the Chick-Fil-A drive through with the intentions to pay for the car behind be, but there was no car. So I thought... oh well, next time. I get up to the window, and the manager hands me this napkin from the car in front of me.......

She said, "The lady in front of you just paid for your lunch, and wanted me to give you this."

How nice was that???

My mouth just dropped!

I just want to encourage everyone, if your able, pay it forward for someone tomorrow! Trust me, it will be a blessing!

I Can Tell I'm Getting Old!

Okay people, I'm NOT trying to advertise to make money, I just seriously love this stuff! I am a one of those people that like to try new smells in laundry detergent and fabric softeners, and this time, I found a winner! Not only does it smell amazing, it makes everything so soft and it fights static cling!

I realize this is probably a sign that I'm getting older if I'm excited to talk about how my laundry smells, or maybe I'm just a totally boring person. Really, I don't care. Life is good. Everyone is healthy and happy. I figure... every now and then I can post something completely random that makes me happy. :-)

Oh no, here we go. Another hunter!

I hesitated to post this picture, and then I thought... what the heck! You know, most of us are totally grossed out by a dead animal, but this little boy was totally pumped! I couldn't deprived him of a blog post.

He ran in the house and said, "Mom! Mom! Guess what... I shot a squirrel all by myself! Daddy didn't even help me hold the gun!" So, as you can imagine, I was thrilled. He ran out to the back of Billy's truck and grabbed the nasty thing by the tail, and begged me to take his picture.

So...

Yes, it's impressive... I guess.

No, I didn't cook it!

How To Pull A Tooth 101

I just love this little girl...

(pause the music on my playlist before you play the video)

If she keeps this up, she's not going to have any teeth left! I'm a bit worried... this is the queen of corn on the cob and apple eating! I guess the poor thing will figure it out!

Halloween Costumes

Trick or treat, smell my feet...

They had such a great time trick-or-treating. What about those costumes?! Kent's is especially great! I think the mustache is awesome!

This picture is hysterical!

She made a sweet Dorothy!

and of course... the "bad" spider man!