Happy Autumn!

My tiny lion & lion tamer!!

Pig Chase!

Vivianne's class went to the pumpkin patch today. She won the Pig Chase! I am one proud Tante. Lori said the rest of the time she carried around a silky chicken and a baby goat. I'm sure she will be wanting one of those creatures! I'm hoping she goes for the piglet!

Ashton Owen Lawrence

Lawrence Estates!
Ashton, Tante & Mommy

Ashton Owen

Vivi & Ashton

May 14th marked a very special day in my friend's Crystal & Shane's lives. They celebrated the much anticipated arrival of their miracle baby. They picked the beautiful name Ashton Owen, Owen being after Shane's Grandpa Owen Lawrence. I do not remember Bro. Lawrence but have heard wonderful stories of his great faith & good morals. I hope Ashton will fill those big shoes. Jaybird is proud to be a BIG brother! He is eleven years old now. I vividly remember the day that little booger was born too! I don't have a picture of him from the day I visited because he wouldn't come out of his room. I'm so excited for this little family! Congratulations, Crystal, Shane & Jaylin!!

Mother's Day 2010

This is the only picture I got from Mother's Day. Vivi and Aidan spent the night with us that Saturday night and we ran late for church that morning (imagine that), after church everyone was in such a hurry to get to Mama's to eat that we didn't take pictures afterwards either!

Arlie

I am so proud of my dear friend Arlie! She just graduated from the University Of Central Arkansas with her bachelor's degree! Originally I was only Arlie's older sister Leslie's friend as we were closer in age, as a matter of fact Arlie relentlessly teases me about not remembering her until she was 16, that is not true it was more like 12! I think my first memory of her is at Campmeeting riding around in Ginger's Jeep. She had the misfortune of falling asleep, we had an old prank where if someone falls asleep we silently count to three and slam on the breaks and yell. I really thought we had given Arlie a heart attack that night. As we both grew older we became closer friends, I am proud today to say she is one of my most loyal friends. I never have to worry about Arlie talking about me behind my back because if she has something to say she just comes right out with it. I have come to value her honesty. Arlie I am so VERY proud of you. I know this road has not been easy or without it's battles, you will learn that very few things of value in life are. It only makes victory that much sweeter. I pray you will build upon your education to pursue the career of your dreams but more than that, that you will continue to grow in favor with God, and pursue His calling for your life, there is NOTHING more rewarding. I LOVE YOU!

Piano Recital

Dakota enjoyed the recital

Aidan playing after only two lessons

Vivi rocking the house!

So Vivi and Aidan had their first piano recital. So cute and sweet! Vivi's instructor was using her finger to help her read the music and about half way through Vivi stopped, looked up at her and said, "I don't need your help"! Lori was embarrassed but Sis. Pomeroy said she loved that Vivi was confident enough to do it on her own. After the recital was over, they wanted to do it again! Attention hogs! I was one very proud Tante!

Amanda's Household Shower

The Happy Couple
Amanda & Arlie

One of my very best friends, Miss Amanda is getting married June 5th, I am honored to be her bridesmaid. May 1st we had a couples household shower for her. She had a wonderful turnout and looks like she has a good start on her home! I kept wanting to take all her neat kitchen gadgets. Congratulations Amanda & Aaron!!!