Saturday, January 16, 2016

Farewell to our best friend

Melissa Louise 11/25/2002-1/15/2016

We said goodbye to Melissa Louise on January 15, 2016. Missy was 13 years old, and the perfect dog for our family. We have so many sweet memories of Missy, and are so thankful that she was able to be a part of our life. If you click the label in this blog under the "missy" category, you can read several of the ways she touched our lives. We will never forget our precious Missy Lou.

Lounging with her dad

Even in her last moment on earth, Missy comforted us- her gift. She could tell we were upset and she moved closer to Welles and pressed her nose/head into his chest to give him one last hug.  

First day with us

First bath

We will always hold special memories of Missy in our hearts. She is no longer in any pain. She can run free in Dog heaven without a leash or fenced yard. I hope she's enjoying her favorite food once again- cheese grits- because don't you think dogs should be able to eat whatever they want in heaven? She's chasing cats and treeing squirrels. Did you know that Missy even knew the Spanish word for cat and she understood when we spelled C-A-T! She is laying in warm piles of laundry and vacuuming the floors after everyone eats (oh - and begging for food during meals). Missy isn't scared of thunder or fireworks anymore. She is fetching sticks to her heart's content and digging enormous holes.

They are both smiling!

Somebody got tired on our walk!

Missy's 10th Birthday

Laughing out Loud (LOL)

The Queen song, "Best Friend" has always been our song for Missy...


You're the best friend
That I ever had
I've been with you such a long time
You're my sunshine
And I want you to know
That my feelings are true
I really love you
You're my best friend

I've been wandering round
But I still come back to you
In rain or shine
You've stood by me girl
I'm happy at home (happy at home)
You're my best friend.

Ooh, you make me live
Whenever this world is cruel to me
I got you to help me forgive
Ooh, you make me live now honey
Ooh, you make me live

You're the first one
When things turn out bad
You know I'll never be lonely
You're my only one
And I love the things
I really love the things that you do
You're my best friend
On a walk with Daniel

My favorite Missy picture.
Happy Easter

Merry Christmas

Another picture?

Her beloved soccer ball

Walking in Sunshine

Missy and her pig

Missy and her hedgehog

Laying in a warm pile of laundry just before we fold it.
Her least favorite pastime - bathing

Sleepy girl

With Quack-quack - one of her favorite toys

Goodbye Missy Lou - always loved, never forgotten, in our hearts forever!

Friday, December 18, 2015

Another house update

Since we have that cool peninsula fireplace, we decided to get gas logs to finish it off. 



And I couldn't post without including a picture of Missy.  She turned 13 last month, and this is her favorite place these days...


Monday, September 7, 2015

Fixer Upper in Homewood, AL

A lot has changed in the last two years. We now live in Homewood! We bought a house in April 2015, and Within the first five months, we have painted the exterior, the interior, and completely renovated the kitchen. See pictures below for the transformation.

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Thursday, August 13, 2015

Daniel is in Kindergarten!!!

Daniel has been counting down the days until kindergarten since he graduated Bright Horizons on May 15th. We are so proud of him and look forward to a great year at Edgewood!

Meet the teacher day:



Mrs. Cannady and Daniel


Daniel is in the same classroom that Welles was in for first grade!




Friday, August 7, 2015

Working with Mommy

One of Daniel's favorite things is visiting my work. He loves eating breakfast or lunch and absolutely loves it when my sister eats with us. 


Watching a movie...

Art with Skittles...

An angry bull...

A scared lion...

A happy pig...

He's a happy pig...most of the time.

A confused platypus???


Friday, July 10, 2015

Beach trip Summer 2015

We went to Navarre Beach in late June/early July and had an amazing time!










Wednesday, May 20, 2015

Daniel graduates Pre-K

Daniel graduated from bright horizons on May 15, 2015. He had a speaking part and read a poem about going to kindergarten! We are so proud of how much he has learned and are ready for the next chapter in Daniel's academic career.





We went to Callaway Gardens to celebrate Daniel and had a great time exploring one of our favorite places!