"The Lord has blessed us with many things and we are filled with joy," Psalm 126:3

Wow, that sums up our day (and it isn't even over yet!) I could not sleep last night I was so excited. I woke up every hour like I do when I have an early flight.  I was filled with joy!

Ann Charlotte turns three on Sunday.  While I am a little sad realizing how "big" she is, it is so much fun to see how excited she is about turning three.  She is filled with joy!  

Her birthday present arrived today.  We wanted it to be a surprise and so last night and this morning our house looked like this...

She had no clue what was going on outside...

And now we have this...

   A little girl filled with great JOY! 

First Day of School

Ann Charlotte's first day at Emmanuel was today!  I think it is a winner!  As you can see from the pictures she was very excited to start her "new school."

Tonight we read the Bunny Book about what the little bunny will be when he grows up.  When we asked Ann Charlotte what she wanted to be she said a doctor.   Emmanuel, we have high hopes for where you are going to take her!  Dr. Jones can say that is where it all started!

Look at my New Shirt!

We will have a new addition to our family in February!  We are thrilled beyond words!

P.S.: If you see us, Ann Charlotte doesn't know about the big surprise yet.  Yes, that means she has no idea what her new shirt says, but it did make for an adorable picture!

The Beach

Ann Charlotte and I went to Destin with my parents and brother/sister-in-law last week for a little get-a-way.   We went to see the dolphins, sea lions and sharks at Gulfarium.  I don't think that place has changed since I went in 1983.  It was SO hot!  But, the animals did put on a good show!

Mom I Look Silly

Yes, that is what my almost 3 year old told me this morning about the outfit I picked out for her. 

Ann Charlotte: Mommy, I need a new dress on.

Mommy:  Oh, Ann Charlotte I think you look adorable.

Ann Charlotte:  Mommy, I look silly in this outfit and I want it off.   I don't like it.

Ha, ha, ha!  She did wear it all day but I think it was only because I let her wear her rain boots with it!  I think the strong opinions are just beginning!



It is a tunic and bloomers-much cuter than the picture shows (even though AC doesn't think so!)

It's HOT!

When it is 110 degrees in Memphis you do what you can to beat the heat!

The Tayloes came over for some afternoon fun!

BFF

Ann Charlotte and her BFF, William, at the Children's Museum today. Such good buddies!

My Daddy is So Handsome

Ann Charlotte was staying with my parents for a few days.  They were out in the garden and it went something like this.

Ann Charlotte:  I want to pick some flowers for Mommy.

Acey:  Okay, I don't know if they will last until we see her but that would be nice.  You have such a wonderful Mommy and Daddy.

Ann Charlotte:  I know, and my Daddy is so handsome!

Where do they come up with these things?  So preciuos!  I agree, he is so handsome!

We love you Daddy!

Painting a picture for Daddy's Birthday!

Daddy's Birthday Coffee Cup

Admiring her Daddy