Little Gardner & Thanksgiving Thursday

"Be thankful each day. Every breath, every smile, every hug and every new day is an absolute blessing." ~Mama Hen

Little Chick and I wanted to plant some flowers under a tree in our front yard. All that digging for worms inspired me to weed as well as add some color to bring a smile to our faces. So we began planting and Little Chick wanted to do everything by herself. She did a marvelous flower bed and now I call her my Little Gardner. There is something so magical when we, as parents, can pass on the love for nature and the outdoors. Little Chick also had her riding lesson on a new horse this week. His name was Lightning. She looked adorable on that enormous horse. And of course, Lolli and my daughter are just as cute as can be when they are together. Happy Thanksgiving Thursday!

Riding Lightning.

Visiting Memphis.

Thanksgiving Thursday: 1.) Little Chick and my family. 2.) For the gift of family. 3.) Cool summer nights. 4.) Picnics at the park. 5.) For love. For the love I have to give and the love I so abundantly receive. Thank You God.

Perfect Rainy Day

"Crafts, digging for worms and puddle jumping make for a perfect rainy day!" ~Mama Hen

It has been rainy the past couple of days and Little Chick and I love making the best of days like these. We made sure to head to the book store and read lots of books. Then we came home and worked on this ice cream counting craft. Of course Lolli always stays by Little Chick's side and even climbed on her chair wanting to help. We then headed out into the rain to dig for worms. Little Chick hit the jackpot today and found at least 25 worms. Lolli helped her by digging a few holes in the dirt. We topped the day off with some fun puddle jumping. It was a magnificent day!

Puddle jumping!

Cruisin' with Lolli & Smile Sunday

"A smile does not cost a thing yet its power is priceless." ~Mama Hen

Little Chick took Lolli out for a cruise in her Jeep today. The two love playing outside together! Little Chick actually took me for a ride also. I could not believe that I could get in her car let alone that it moved. It was so much fun having her drive me around for a change. She was smiling ear to ear while taking me all around. Then we had a magnificent time digging for worms. When Grandma Hen arrived Little Chick could not wait to share all of her wormy pals with her. Happy Smile Sunday!

Look mommy! This one is huge!

Happy Smile Sunday!

I Have Learned & Thanksgiving Thursday

"Each day we are blessed with the gift of learning. The question is, do we soak up the opportunity to learn and enrich ourselves, or do we ignore the lessons and let them pass us by?" ~Mama Hen

Every now and again I like to write about the things I have learned. After reading the "I have learned" poem that my dear friend Marcy sent me years ago, I try my best to take stock of the lessons that come my way and what I have learned from them. Here are just a few:

1.) I have learned that friends come and go, but family and friends we truly connect with will always be there.

2.) I have learned that getting aggravated with people only hurts myself and my health. I have to take care of myself because no one else can do it for me.

3.) I have learned that life may not always seem fair, but if we truly evaluate what we have, we should feel incredibly blessed.

4.) I have learned that God sends us magnificent gifts each day in the sunrise, flowers blooming, the food we eat, the friendships we share, the glorious sunsets and so much more, but we are so consumed at times with what we don't have and what we want that we miss these gifts.

5.) I have learned that time goes by in a blink of an eye and there can never be too many I love yous.

Thanksgiving Thursday: 1.) Little Chick and my family. 2.) Watching my daughter say please and thank you all the time. She is so polite and kind to others. 3.) For my cousin who makes me feel better just by hearing her voice. 4.) For fresh breezes on warm summer days. 5.) Thank You God for each and every blessing you present us all with every day.

Little Chick's Birthday Party

"Family, friends, cake, presents and fun! Birthdays are a time to celebrate Gods greatest gift - you." ~Mama Hen

This weekend we celebrated Little Chick's birthday party with all of her friends at Pump It Up. She had so much fun! She insisted on wearing her "birthday dress" that she wore on her big day. I thought leggings and a cute shirt would have been better for climbing, but she knew what she wanted and got around just fine. Her cake had a picture of her kissing the horse she rides - Snickers. She received such wonderful gifts, many of which had to do with horses and riding. She was so excited! It was a fabulous day! Happy birthday Little Chick!

My Little Artist & Smile Sunday

"To create is to share such a wonderful part of ourselves."

~Mama Hen

Little Chick is my Little Artist. She is such a wonderful painter! Today we practiced writing and decided to make a tree and an apple. Little Chick started by writing each word and then painting the picture. I am always so proud of my beautiful daughter. These paintings are going to be framed. I love displaying my daughter's art around the house. It brightens up our home and always puts a smile on my face! Have a great Smile Sunday!

Look mommy I made an S!