Parker's First Razorback Game

We decided to take Parker to his first Razorback game today. Patrick told him before the game that we were going to watch the Razorbacks play football and tackle. Parker would say "tickle" instead of tackle. We weren't sure how he would do since the game was during his nap time. He was amazing! It helped having Uncle Philip, Gigi Vicki and Papa Russ there to play with. He loved watching the Hogs play....thankfully we won!

Sweet Oaklee

We just got back from a quick trip to DeQueen to meet Oaklee. She is so precious! Jason and Cindy have adjusted well. They are amazing parents! It is so nice to have a sweet baby girl in our family! Parker loves his "Oakwee".

Welcome Oaklee

Here is our sweet niece, Oaklee Kimberling Lofton. The name Oaklee is derived from the verse " They will be called oaks of righteousness, a planting of the LORD for the display of his splendor" Isaiah 61:3. Oaklee and Cindy are doing fine. We can't wait to hold you sweet girl.

We're back

We had an enjoyable trip to Beaver Creek, CO. It was so nice to be able to relax and enjoy the beautiful Aspen leaves. The weather was perfect. It snowed the first night we were there. Parker went on his first hike at Maroon Bells (in Aspen). We visited Breckenridge, Vail, and Aspen. We ate at some of our favorite spots like Blue Moose pizza. It was an incredible week, but we are glad to be back in NWA.

Happy Birthday Parker!

Happy Birthday P! Parker, I praise God for you. You are such a blessing to us.

Birthday Boy

Parker is almost 2! He officially turns two on Friday. We had his birthday party yesterday at Fun City. He and his friends had a blast. His favorite things were the gifts and the Elmo cake. He woke up this morning and asked if he could eat "Elmo cake."

Powder Mishap

Parker's Big Day

Today I took Parker to Mother's Day Out. I had prepared him (and myself) for this. This morning we prayed for a good day at school (that Parker would be obedient, have fun, that God would protect him). I kept telling him about his school and that he would have two teachers. He was so excited this morning when he saw his lunch box and nap mat. He brought them to me and said, "I ready Mommy." I had not prepared myself for him being ready. We picked up Drew Bear and Kelli and we all went together. Yes, Drew Bear and Parker are in the same class. Their poor, poor teachers. We took them to the classroom....all was well. I kissed him goodbye and he didn't care that I was leaving. God knew exactly what I needed!

Go Hogs!

We had fun with the fam yesterday at the game. My mom graciously stayed home with Parker so that we could actually watch the game. We tailgated with the Marlins.

"P Mac"

Parker has no idea who D Mac is, but he does love the Hogs (who doesn't). The first picture is Parker's attempt to flex his muscles like D Mac. We're excited to see the Razorbacks in action this Saturday. GO HOGS!

Parker's Funnies of the Day...

Oh this kid, and it's only 1:00pm! Today's funnies include:

-I grabbed my keys to the car, Parker gets his keys and says, "I drive it Mommy, I drive the car." Then I said, "No, you can't drive until you're 16" and then I get sad because I'm already having to say this to him.

-We get to Wal-Mart, "no ride shopping cart Mommy."

-We get home, I start making a cake, Parker starts "cooking" in his kitchen. I asked him what he was cooking, he says, "I cook the horse." I looked in his oven, sure enough, all his horses were in there. poor guys.

-I ask him if he wants to watch Sesame Street. His response: "No, I watch golf." I think he's after his daddy's heart!

-I put him down for his nap and he said, "I love you too Mommy." It was very sweet and heart felt...love those moments! 10 minutes later, I think that he is asleep, he starts yelling, "I LOVE YOU TOO MOMMY. MOMMY, MOMMY, I LOVE YOU TOO!" That wasn't so heart felt. I think it was more a cry for help to get him out of the crib. Unfortunately it didn't work. It did make me smile!

He's not even 2 yet. Oh what does this next year have in store for us?

I've been tagged

Thanks to Jaime for this bit of randomness..


The Rules:
1. I have to post these rules before I give you the facts.
2. Each player starts with eight random facts/habits about themselves.
3. People who are tagged need to write their own blog (about their eight things) and post these rules. (**if you’re a non-blogger, you can email them!)
4. At the end of your blog, you need to choose eight people to get tagged and list their names.
5. Don’t forget to leave them a comment telling them they’re tagged, and to read your blog.

**I feel like I need to preface this by saying "Just Lindsey", like Jack did from Will & Grace.

Random Info. 1: I am a new coffee drinker (really cappiccino b/c of the way I make it). I have had it the past three days.

Random Info. 2: I do not enjoy the heat....AT ALL...I've been burning my new fall candle (Snickerdoodle flavor) and listening to Christmas carols to get my mind off the heat.

Random Info. 3: I love the show "So you think you can dance" and I'm super excited about the finale this week (Go Sabra).

Random Info. 4: We're Dave Ramsey junkies. We recently sold our Denali and bought a used Xterra and paid for it with cash. We're on our way to be completely debt free!

Random Info. 5: My goal is to run the Dallas White Rock Marathon in December of 2008. I need time to mentally prepare.

Random Info. 6: I have an obsession with chocolate. Especially chocolate covered almonds and chocolate cake. Lord help me!

Random Info. 7: We're going to Beaver Creek, Colorado at the end of September and I can't wait. I've always wanted to see the fall leaves in Colorado.

Random Info. 8: I'm going to be an aunt in 2 months. It's truly a dream come true.

Tag, you're it: Jason, Cindy, Kelli, Heidi, Rich & Renee, Cat, Lauren, Sharon

Watch out Britney Spears...

I know it's a little scary, but this is one of Parker's favorite things to do. He gets his dad's xbox headphones and then runs to the guitar and sings as loud as he can. It's quite hilarious. I'm not sure who he gets this from? OK, yes I do, it's me.

10 Year Reunion

Last weekend, I went to DeQueen for my 10 year reunion. I had such a great time catching up with friends. These are the only two pictures I managed to take. I was reluctant to go, but I am so glad that I did!

Fun with B & B

We got to spend a fun evening with our good friends the Baledges. They are very special to us. We've known Brooke & Barrett since they were 2 and now they are 10. It's so hard to believe. Parker really had fun hanging out with the big kids. He especially enjoyed swimming with Brooke & Barrett.

Tulsa Zoo

Last Saturday, we headed over to Tulsa with the McGooden's and the Davis's to go to the zoo. It was Parker's first time to see most of the animals that were there. We all had a great time even though it was sooooo hot. Thankfully the zoo also has a little waterpark for the kids to play in. That was probably the boys favorite part!

Fun with Drew Bear

We got to watch Drew Bear on Saturday night while David & Kelli went to a wedding. The boys always have so much fun together!

Blackberries

We went to Nonna and Pop's house last week to help Jason and Cindy move to DeQueen. My parents have a huge garden that Parker and I always enjoy. This time Parker really enjoyed the blackberries!

30th Surprise Party

Patrick Henry, David Davis, and Patrick all turn(ed) 30 within 6 weeks of each other, so the wives got together to surprise them. We went to La Huerta with some of our community group friends. Patrick thought it was a party for P dub, so when we walked into the restaraunt and he saw the balloons, I had to inform him that it was for him as well. Patrick doesn't turn 30 until July 5th, so he didn't see it coming.

Mmmm Ravioli

Parker loves his "oli". He doesn't ask for it all the time, thankfully, but when he does, he eats it up! I needed a full clean up crew to come in after him and clean up the mess. It was everywhere. Why is it that there is always a trace of ravioli no matter how many times you him off?

Time for a haircut?

This is what Parker's hair looked like last night after his bath. We were only able to get one picture because the battery died. Anyways, you get the idea. His haircut appt. is not until next week. I'm not sure we can wait that long.....