Monk Family Mt. Weekend

 We went up to the Monk's cabin this past weekend and hiked. Thompson wanted to get out of the backpack and hike all by himself. However, he lost one of his Crocs along our hike. Thompson played on the playground barefoot. We ate at Canyon Grill on Saturday night and the food was fantastic.

Sunday, Thompson woke us up early and we headed back to Smyrna. William has been traveling non-stop for the past few weeks and he had to leave again on Sunday. He is working extremely hard and hasn't had much of a break! Thompson and I are so blessed to have such a hard-working and fun husband/daddy! We love you!

On the trail:

After Thompson lost his one Croc:

The stunning view from their cabin:

The Weekend of July 4th

             July 4th is a special holiday for two reasons. One, it is the birthday of our beloved country! Two, it is our dating anniversary. We're not really into celebrating dating anniversary's…but it’s an easy date to remember. We’ve been together for six years! Woohoo!

             Friday, William and I went to see Eclipse; It lived up to the hype. Then, we headed out to the Heath’s lovely new home and grabed dinner with them.

               Mary Beth drove up on Saturday and we headed to the Crawford’s house for July 3rd fireworks show in Peachtree city. Thompson had fun swimming in their pool. They had tons of food and it was fun to spend time with them. Auntie swam with Thompson and he had a ball.

               William ran the Peachtree road race on July 4th and then we headed to Hoppop's for a BBQ! Thompson swam in the pool with his cousins Patrick, Matt and Sara. T-Lo came down and surprised everyone! Thompson was thrilled to see her! After dinner, we headed to the Varsity to watch fireworks. It was a fun family memory.

I cut 8.5 inches off of my hair for Locks of Love in honor of my Aunt Laura:

"Driving" the crawford's golfcart:

Happy 4th:

The Queen City

On Father's day, Thompson and I rode up with Gayle (who was traveling to see Mary Beth) to Charlotte. Mimi and Hoppop (my Grandparents) came down to see their only great-grandchild and only granddaughter (lol)! We had tons of fun spending time with my family and friends. My grandmother took me shopping which is always fun...although she used to come out of the mall spending $50 but clothes prices have gone up or maybe because my style has changed from Limited Too to Nordstrom’s?? Either way, we come back and Hoppop pretends to be mad about what we spent. Love you Hoppop and Mimi! McCord got some great clothes from the mall too! Mom, spent time with Thompson and I at the pool and McCord gave him a swim lesson! We ate great meals and had fun bonding! Miss them already!

Here are some pictures for the Grandparents and Great-Grandparents

Where did June go?

We've been without internet and cable for weeks! We cancelled Charter because of their lack of service and now we are going to try out AT&T UVerse but they can't get here until next week. It's been a good thing because we have finally gotten around to decoration our home. Yes, we moved in a year ago but Lacey loaned us some of her furniture so it prolonged us actually buying our own. Anyway, our home now has new couch cover $25.00 from Tuesday Morning! Also, two rugs, bath hardware and fresh towels (pure bliss). I love love discount shopping...I enjoy the hunt and thrill of finding a good deal. My favorites are: Tuesday Morning, TJMAXX & Marshalls.
Another postive for being without internet for a bit is that I’ve become a big supporter of my library…trying to not purchase books unless I have too or just want it for my personal collection. Thompson has enjoyed going to the reading and music programs the library has to offer. So far on my Summer Reading: I’ve enjoyed Laura Bush biography, Spoken from the Heart. Francine Rivers Book’s: Her Mother’s Hope, Scarlet Thread, and A Lineage of Grace. Elizabeth Gilbert: Eat Pray Love. I’m currently reading the Kate Jacobs’ Friday Night Knitting Club on loan to me from the Mary Beth Library!
That’s pretty much the update on our home. I’ll post more from our June travels soon!