Blogger award

Danielle has nominated me for the nice matters award. She is really very kind and I am humbled by this. Especially since it came from her. She is always thinking of others and how she can make a difference in the world. And did I mention she is 10 years younger than me? I think she could be the younger sister I never had (except then I would not be the baby anymore)!

Thanks Danielle! I nominate Amy at Nesting for Natalie. She has a fabulous story and they actually call Natalie "Jane".

MeMe

I have been tagged for a meme by Rony. Hmm.. probably too much info for everyone but here goes! She also tagged me because I am seriously behind on my blogging! I just started back to school (just call me Professor H.) and this week has been busy getting students oriented to hospitals and such. I must say that I LOVE my new job! It is a Christian University and I think this makes a difference. Everyone is so nice (students included) and helpful.

Okay here are a few of my favorite things.... Can you hear Julie Andrews???

Or as Mae calls her "Poppins".

Sound - My girls laughing and a really good choir
Late night snack - Well, my bedtime is usually 9:30!!
Smell - Lavender or gardenia
Color combination - Pink and Green (yes I am one of those preppy girls and still tie a sweater around my neck!)
Nut - my friend Laura
Time of the year - Spring or Fall (college football!!!)
Author - too many
Books - too many but I did just finish Momzilla and thought it was a HOOT!!! I also loved the Nanny Diaries and I am sad that the movie is not supposed to be very good.
Vegetable - grilled (very important) asparagus
Male Actor - Dr Rey on Dr 90210 (Ha! Just kidding Danielle) I think it is a toss up between Jude Law (except for the fact that he slept with his nanny) and the guy that played Jake Ryan from 16 candles and the guy that was in Sweet Home Alabama ( I can never remember his name but he is yummy to look at)
Flower - Sunflowers and Gerbers.
Vacation spot - Roatan or Disney
Pizza - Jim Davenport's Pizza (local)
Sport to play - Is fly-fishing a sport?
Subject in school - Biology
TV channel - E! for Dr 90210, TLC and MTV
Radio station - Our local station that carries the Ace and TJ show in the ams and then I listen to Satellite
Holiday - Christmas, Halloween and Easter
.Perfume - Happy by Clinque
Shoes - anything that is comfortable
Candy - Chocolate (no nuts or coconut) and Laffy Taffy
City to shop - Well, I like Atlanta because they are the closest with a Nordstrum
Female actress - Cameron Diaz
Beauty products - Arbonne
Item to shop for - Children's clothing and home decor

Birthday cupcakes!

Today was Jane Harris' birthday! This fall both Princesses will have a combined "Princess and Pirate" birthday blow-out! Since it is our 10+ day of temps over 100 degrees it is way to hot to have any type of party at the moment! Fortunately, school allows us to bring special snack when it is your birthday. All of her friends were anxiously awaiting my arrival and everyone enjoyed the yummy cupcakes!

Birthday girl in her party dress!

OOOOO...yummy!

Ever Mommy's girl, Jane likes the frosting best!

Sweet baby Jane

My sweet baby Jane; two years ago today you arrived into this world with a gusto! I will never forget the moment you came; we were a little apprehensive because you came a little early - 5 weeks to be exact. All the doctors had talked to us about the possibility you made need some help breathing if your lungs were not ready. Well, you proved them wrong! The moment they pulled you out you let out a scream that people could hear all over the maternity floor! You were tiny and perfect with a ring of bright red hair around the back of your head!

I remember it like it was yesterday and it is hard to believe that 2 years have passed since that day!

You are growing up to be an independent and feisty girl with a sweet disposition and smile. You love all animals and you love to give hugs and kisses. You enjoy coloring, singing and being 'side with your Daddy. You swim like a fish and beg to "go unda" the water.

Remember that no matter what, your daddy and I will always love you.

And just like your "tita", you are our miracle. May the sun always shine on you and may you always feel warm and safe and loved.

With love,

your mommy

One week
6 months
one year
16 months
2 years

From the mouths of babes...

It is my custom to ask Mary Austin what she learned at school each day. I get a daily report so I have an idea of what they have done. Today she was very excited to report that they had watched the "Space Shittle" come back to Earth. All the way home we practiced saying shuttle!!

Mary Austin's heart

Mary Austin told Tripp and me last night that her heart would not be "fulfilled" until she had a baby brother! What a hoot! I mean where does she get these things???!! Especially the word "fulfilled" To her utter disappointment we advised her that her heart may remain unfulfilled for a while! And, if and when, we have another child she may get a sister and not a brother. But in her 3 year old mind (or maybe 30 year old mind) she will be getting a baby brother because, of course, she already has a baby sister! This is also the same child that told me she had the prettiest dress at Sunday school when I asked her what she had learned ! Evidently this is what one of her teachers told her and she took this one point with her. Nada about God's love.

100+

That is what the temperature has been here lately. I think that we are on our 7th or 8th day straight of 100+ temps with no end in sight!

It feels like we are living here:

Or quite possibly here:
The heat is so horrific that you don't really feel like doing anything much at all.

The only way to cool off is to take a shower which the girls have recently discovered and love to do!
Or to visit the pool or fountains at the Zoo!
Or to eat ice cream. Except that it is so hot your ice cream melts rapidly and it ends up mostly on your face!