Ohio.

We took a few days off and headed to Ohio to visit with Anthony's family. The kids are always excited to go to Ohio. I think they are starting to understand the trip, and even ask about the "buckeye" and now tell us the states we will travel through.

Joseph was packed and ready to travel!

 We stopped several times to let the kids "exercise."

 A favorite every time we go see Grandad is the Air Force museum. I will always be amazed and in awe of Grandad and his knowledge and wisdom of flight and the the armed forces. He is beyond words. I am blessed beyond measure that our children have the opportunity to hear Grandad discuss these exhibits, it truly is fascinating. I pray that each year they learn more and more from him.

 Grandad is the only Navy man to earn the Air Force Ambassador award. Its an honor to see his name on the wall! The boys can now find it too!

 One proud little girl, one very respected man.

Aunt Tiffany

Tiffany is our Mommy's best friend. We hear them talking on the phone, all the time. Shhh. Dont tell our Daddy. Aunt Tiffany's husband Uncle Dave arranged a trip to Tennessee for Aunt Tiffany to visit Mommy!!!! Mommy was so excited that she picked her up from the airport and forgot to come home that night, LOL!! Actually, Mommy and Aunt Tiffany stayed at a nice hotel and went to the spa!! THIS is what makes our Mommy the most happy!! The next night they came back home! We loved it! We cant wait to visit with Sarah and Lauren soon!

Moments like these

Or moments that I havent yet blogged!! I am so behind on posting pictures from Spring and Summer! But I thought a few of these are moments that may be forgotten or lost in a large event, but are worthy for me to remember.

Our cat Smokey. If given the opportunity he races inside and will quickly find who is asleep and snuggle in beside them. Johnathan enjoys it the most, and will say "its so cute, he sleeps beside me. I reach over and pet him at night. But then in the morning Smokey says its time to get up."  It is so sweet.

 My spunky little girl, she loves pink and horses too. Thanks Ms Connie for the smocked pink pony outfit. It is perfect for Jayne Elizabeth.

 Joseph, our intellectual for sure! Joseph always asks "why?" Joseph is very bright and wants to know the reason and the details involved in every process. It has been said he is the engineer in our bunch.

 This is the plate the kids made me, and brought to me in bed after my surgery. It was very thoughtful, but I was concerned that veggies is all that they thought Mommy needed!! LOL!

 Papa helping Jayne Elizabeth write her letters, help us all. Lol.

 Chompy is the toy alligator that goes with us often. He is a favorite of the J crew!

 Joseph and his eye wear crack us up!! Here he is helping Daddy.

 ...and his goggles. Always makes us smile.

 Now, doesnt he look just like his Daddy getting ready to go run??!! So funny!

 Yes, this is my little girl and her sweet face. Jayne Elizabeth loves to act, dance, and pose. She enjoys putting on nightly shows for us all!

 Mommy's new bath tub is where the party is happening!! On Friday nights the kids are allowed to bathe and play in my tub.....

 Nap time is getting tougher, please tell me we are not ever going to stop naps! ha!

 Brothers, best friends. Joseph in his goggles!! See, I told you he can make you laugh!

 Joseph enjoying the new computer desk, newly refinished from Granna and Papa!

Class field trip: The Stables

The school took a fall field trip to the Stables. This was right up our kids area of expertise, lol. All the kids enjoyed feeding/riding the horses, equine 101, hay rides, and roasting marshmellows. I think Johnathan, Joseph and Titus enjoyed climbing one of the large trees the most! It seemed as though that was the highlight of the day for the boys! Jayne Elizabeth enjoyed her friends the most, she was very happy to talk about ALL she did!

Uncle Ross & Uncle Kent

It was a great weekend! Uncle Ross and Uncle Kent came up from Auburn to spend the weekend with us! They were able to go to the boys soccer game, and I know this made Johnathan and Joseph feel extra special. I wish the Uncles lived closer, I am sure that they could teach our boys more soccer skills! Johnathan and Joseph wanted to play soccer with their Uncles after playing an entire soccer game! At night all three kids enjoyed a favorite pastime with the Uncles, reading books!!! It is so nice to see the kids run and grab several books and curl up with Uncle Ross and Uncle Kent to read! Makes this Mommy smile!

Go Gators!!!

We had a GREAT time at the Florida vs Tennessee football game with Ross and Kent. Our good friends Dale and Tina were amazing tail gate hosts! It is so nice to leave with the win #8 in a row!! We had such a nice game day, and the win topped it off!!

Daddy, our superhero!

Lacey's dog Jubal is definitely a special dog to our family. Jubal has watched our kids grow, and is such a good boy!!! Jubal is now 12 years old. :Lacey came home from college one weekend and when she arrived home she found Jubal very sick! It was a miracle that she came home at that perfect time AND that Lacey has worked at the veterinary clinic and recognized the urgency!!! After arriving at the vet clinic Anthony quickly determined Jubal had a "twisted stomach." A life threatening, emergency. Lacey's family decided to give Jubal a chance, and proceed on with the surgery. Needless to say when we received the phone call, the kids wanted to go the veterinary clinic to see Jubal!! The surgery was a success and Jubal is a very happy and healthy boy! Way to go Daddy, our superhero this day for sure!