We Did It...

So, Regan and I completed our first 5K race on Saturday. It was a great experience and we feel like we accomplished our goal, to finish. The course was super hilly, but a great one to start with cause it can only get easier, right? Our next stop will be at the Lake Junaluska Bunny Run, then the Biltmore House 5K. Our journey continues! I have a few pics, I'll post later!

My time: 33.29

Next time, I'm gonna start near the front cause I wasted some time in the crowd.

Sweet Scout...

Chillin'..Mindin' My Business...

Shamrock 5K...

Check out the map!www.usatf.org/routes/view.asp?rID=332012

Regan and I will be running our first 5K in Asheville in the Shamrock 5K. Can't wait to update you on our accomplishment. We are so excited!

5K COURSE:
Culvern to Beaverdam to Temple to Ottari to Kimberly to Country Club, up Griffing, down Griffing to Country Club to Hampstead to Kimberly to Holborne to Ottari to Temple to Beaverdam to Culvern.

I Admire You...

My heart was totally encouraged when somone told me that she admired me.  I was totally shocked and humbled when she went on to explain that she thought I was a good mom and wife, loved God, and a very hardworker. I was totally in shock, but glad to be encouraged to keep on keeping on.

Challenge yourself to encourage someone else today with kind words. It will go a long way!

Sidenote: I was running today and I saw a lady in her 70s walking the streets picking up litter. I thought to myself, hope I can do that when I am 70 and also glad for the lady that she could be outdoors and moving around!

Other sidenote: I love talking to wise, older women. It makes my heart happy to hear about their lives long ago and where they've been and where they are now! Takes me back to Clemson when I used to sit with Beulah Dee at Sterling House Assisted Living Center and talk for hours about her younger years. Then we would play BINGO. Boy, those were good times, good times that have taught me so much!

Scoutems...

Oh...our sweet Scout is 3 months old today. She is such a blessing to our lives. We are so thankful that God has allowed us to take care of one of his sweetest children. Scout, I know that you will grow to accept Jesus into your heart and let him use you to tell others about him. You are such a bright spot in our lives and you have a way of drawing others to your sweet face already. We love you sweet girl!

Running...

So, I have gotten into a really good exercise routine since I had Lily Scout.  Then, one day at the gym I had a friend ask if I wanted to train for a half-marathon with her. I just looked bug-eyed with nausea and said sure. Well, we have decided to train to run in several 5K races, the half-marathon will be down the road. We want to do one a month and have had lots of pain, sweat, and laughs along the way on our journey of training. This is what my schedule looks like:

Monday: Flex n' Pump
Tuesday: Short run
Wednesday: Short run, Flex n' Pump
Thursday: Zumba or Cycle
Friday: Short run, Flex n' Pump
Saturday: Get Fit Class
Sunday: Long run

The days we run have become days that I really look forward to cause each day I see our progress. It feels so good to have a goal and then accomplish it. I also like to sweat and enjoy the beauty of the mountains along the way. I can't wait for our first race!

More Sawyerisms...

Ya'll better straighten up like George Strait!!

You better go Daddy. You better go lift weights with those big muscles!

Hey Scout. Hey little chicken nose!

Mama, we are playing a conference game.

I am so blessed to have such a sweet boy who keeps me laughing with his creative lingo.

Random Thoughts...

I love the snow! I think it is one of God's most beautiful creations. It is really hard for me to listen to others complain about the snow. In my mind, I am thinking, just relax and take the time to enjoy such special times with your family. I have decided to be really aware of my opinions about the weather cause we need to live in the now and not wish away every season that we are given away. Be satisfied, we are so blessed.

A great teacher likes the kid that is difficult, challenging, orjust down right trouble. A great teacher looks at this situation as an opportunity to help out a child, to make a difference. It is easy to be a great teacher when you have a cookie-cutter kid.

Beginnings are usually scary, endings are usually sad. It is what happens in the middle that counts the most.  I have to constantly remind myself of this, I want to live each day to the fullest cause that is what counts the most.

Stop looking ahead at things to come, cause then the days pass away and you have forgotten to enjoy the present day!

Let Me See your Tiger Paw...

Tigers are #1

Thanks Angie and Erin for our Clemson Shirts!!

Ready to Go...

Chunky Monkey...

Excited...

The Duo...

Little Cupcake...

I made this onesie for Scout before she was born. Just iron on the cute patch!

New Things...

This past week, Sawyer went to his first Tiny Tigers Tae Kwon Do(sp?). At the beginning of the class I had to stand with him and about 15 other children and kick, but by the end of the class he didn't need me anymore. I'll have to take the camera this week and capture the excitement!

See pics below of Sawyer's first sleepover with a friend!

Eating cereal as a nightly snack

Brushing thier teeth

Ready for bed,watching Toy Story

Last night, Sawyer had his first sleepover with our neighbor Jake. They played with swords, guns, football players, watched Narnia and Toy Story, ate popcorn and had a blast! Sawyer was out of control with excitement. They actually both slept on the pallete Michael made all night long.

The funniest thing about the whole sleepover experience was the fact that Sawyer and Jake insisted on riding the John Deere Gator to Jake's house on  Monday morning. So, Sawyer helped Jake load up his backpack, sword and gun and headed to Jake's front door. It was too cute!

Best Friends...

I didn't realize how early Scout and Sawyer would become best friends. They love each other so much. She watches Sawyer's every move and he loves to hold her in his arms. They are so sweet together.

Sweet Scout...

Today, Lily Scout got her 2 month shots. She was not a happy camper, but seems to be doing really well despite the three boo-boos on her legs.

She has started smiling and talking lots. We love her little personality!

Best Days of My Life...

I can honestly say,  I have had the best days of my life since Nov.17th, 2009. I am so thankful for:

1. Lily Scout
2. Getting to spend time with Sawyer and Michael (Christmas break, snowdays)
3. Playing in the snow
4. Having time to cook
5. Working out
6. Cleaning house
7. Taking on projects around the house (like wine rack, cabinets, and living room table)
8. Just feeling like I'm living my purpose in life, to love Jesus and take care of my family!

I am so thankful!

Family Picture...

Finally we are all looking at the camera!