• Family Time

    Julie came to town. It seems the only time we get together anymore is when someone comes from out of town.  It was also her bday recently. We were all standing a “little”…

  • Happy 74th Birthday Mamaw

    Jared’s mom is doing better. She’s still getting her strength back but each day she is getting more and more back to herself. We are so thankful!!! Yesterday was her 74th birthday! It…

  • So This is What 40 Looks Like….

    I’m not really quite sure what to say….I turned 40!!! My brain can’t quite comprehend what that means. How have I lived 40 years of my life already??? It’s boggling! LOL!!! So I…

  • Getaway

     It’s been 2 1/2 years or so since Jared and I have had a getaway together. Life happens sometimes and time and money have been scarce. But we finally decided we needed some…

  • Birthday Love..

    Jared wrote me this beautiful tribute today. He’s not much for words so when these moments come I want to document them! 🙂 “My wife, Vanessa, doesn’t like when her birthday falls on the…

  • Happy 13th Birthday Walker!!

    As I mentioned a couple of days ago a certain member of the family had a birthday. Not just any ordinary birthday….this one marked an important turning point. He became….a “teenager”!!!! ****Gasp**** I…

  • Happy Birthday Daddy!

    It happened…another year came and went and yesterday Jared turned ….37!  Wowzers!!! I can’t believe this is true! 😛 In celebration we made him a few treats to celebrate.  I made him homemade…

  • Happy Birthday Mama!

    Yesterday was Mom’s birthday! She turned 63 years young. 😛 I think going out to eat, especially if you are a Mom, is the best way to celebrate your bday with your family.…

  • Happy 5th Birthday Baby!

    Alayna had her 5th birthday party today!! She had all of her cute little friends, as well as her family over to celebrate.  Every year I make her cake. I usually make something…