Memorial Weekend

After the Chip Festival, Mawmaw and Pawpaw came to visit. They arrived on Saturday afternoon and we spent some time hanging out and playing with Braxton. Of course Mawmaw brought gifts for Little Man...two adorable outfits, shoes and sunglasses. Again, we went and ate at Ramos' that night. I guess it's becoming sort of a tradition :-) Afterward we enjoyed watching a movie, well, David stayed awake anyway. (Sorry) On Sunday, we decided to take Braxton to the pool and try out his new float from Mawmaw....he loved it. Oh, and his new shades, too! He was so 'cool' just chillin' in the float. We ate Bill Miller's bbq and fried chicken after swimming (so much for trying to eat healthy) But, I must say, it is TOTALLY delicious and worth every calorie! We stayed up late playing games - tribond, spinner and are you smarter than a 5th grader. It was lots of fun and so nice to spend time with my family! Monday came too quickly, and it was time for them to leave. We love you and thank you again for visiting! David and I took Braxton to the pool again, and he actually got a slight tan! We invited some of the playgroup ladies and their families to church on Sunday, and it looks like they are interested in coming! Yea!!! Then we went to Lowe's to buy flowers for the front yard and to Walmart for some necessities.It was time for Braxton to eat when we finally made it home, and he got a little confused as to which bottle was his. He is so hilarious. As I tried to feed him his solids (sweet potatoes), he decided he was big enough to feed himself. He started screaming when I wouldn't let him have the spoon - so I let him have it! He did quite well with it until he couldn't get enough on it. So, he put the spoon down and picked the bowl up. I must agree, that is definitely more efficient. Needless to say, the day concluded with a big boy bath for Braxton and a glass of wine for Mommy. On a serious note: I want to personally thank everyone who loves this country and those brave enough to 'fight' for it (and fight for us). Past, present and future US military men and women - my heart is filled with gratitude, love, joy, sorrow and hope. You all don't receive near enough credit in my opinion! I realize I am alive, and safe, and able to live my life in a way where I am not afraid, in part, because of you. Ultimately God is in control, but protecting our country, our freedom and our lives is a very noble and honorable profession. Thank you for all you do & have done. I am forever grateful. God Bless!!!