June 22, 2011

June 22nd ranks with one of the most memorable days of my life. Colbie Grace Rivers was born with a head full of dark hair. I have no doubt that it will turn blond, as all of my grandchildren are light haired, but for today she has beautiful black hair. Of course she is beautiful, but I never doubted otherwise. The birth of a new baby in the family is a beautiful time and we are all so happy to have her join us. Josie Kate is going to be a great big sister.

On this same day, the doctor brought in hospice for my daddy. My daddy has decided to not take treatments for his cancer, and I understand his reasons and respect them. However, I also know that I am losing my daddy. He has been through so much, especially since Hurricane Katrina. Please keep him in your prayers as we make this journey.

I know that God sent this little bundle of sunshine to help us.

Father's Day and Birthday Wishes

Today is Father's Day and Jennifer's birthday, so we have had a pretty exciting weekend. Glenn swears that Jennifer was a pretty awesome Father's Day gift and I have to agree.

Friday, the Taylor crew and I took Lee and Mom to breakfast for an early Father's Day celebration. I had to borrow one of Christi's pictures because I left my camera at home. We had a great time catching up and spending some quality time together.

My sister, Sandy, and her daughter, Caitlyn, came down to surprise Daddy. I really think we pulled one over him. He enjoyed the day watching the race with his girls and I cooked a special dinner for him.

I want to wish all the special men in my life a Happy Father's Day. You make the world a better place because you do such a good job being a father. If there were more father's like you, the world would be a better place.

So have a great Father's Day and hug those special men in your life.

Colbie Grace

I am excitedly anticipating the birth of our 4th grandchild and our 2nd granddaughter, who will be named Colbie Grace. I have made her a rag quilt and I believe it turned out pretty good. I can't wait to cuddle up with her under her new quilt.

Josie went home to Hattiesburg and it seems very quiet around this house. I know her mom and dad were glad to get her home and she was ready to see them too.

Hunter and Fisher are through with baseball season and they have a new addition to their family, Miss Roxie. She is cute as a button and I know that she will not be spoiled one little bit. I am putting my name on the list to babysit.

My dad was diagnosed with cancer this week. I am so thankful for my friends and family for being there with us as we travel down this road. Please keep us in your prayers.

Grandbabies

I spent Wednesday with all of the grandkids swimming. The boys had a blast taking pictures with my waterproof camera. Even though they are almost grown, they can manage to hang with Deedy for a little while.

Josie kept Jennifer and me busy catching her. She was ready to jump before we could stop her.

We had a great time just being lazy and cooling off in the pool.