Counting Down

Today was spent, initially, grocery shopping and last minute wedding shopping for the little things that tend to slip your mind when you are obsessing and freaking out about the huge things. (i.e.  venue, date, colors, dress, party, etc. vs. what hair style, what favors, what music, need panty hose, need earrings, etc.).  

This afternoon was spent cleaning the barn, sweeping, mopping, scooping, and so on! We had originally decided that we would use this amazing speaker set that Ryan got and download a ton of music into the MP3. We did this because there was no was in the world we would be able to afford a dj.  However, what sounded nice and loud in the house was not so loud in a huge barn.  Therefore, we had to book it back into town and buy a surround sound set, which as of this writing, Ryan is still at the barn installing. Ryan is so talented; he amazes me with how knowledgeable he is when it comes to electronics and such. I could not even begin to wrap my mind around what he knows off the top of his head. Very talented. Anyway. 

Lexi and Kaylee had a blast at the barn. It made us all dream of the day when we will have our own on our own land, spending many days southern style in Texas. That day is just around the corner, and we are SO excited! Kaylee loves the idea of riding her four-wheeler and the horses with no boundaries. She is definitely my country bumpkin. I love her so much!  Lexi is blossoming in the footsteps of big sister.  We definitely have our hands full!

Happy Sunday everyone. Enjoy this beautiful day of rest that we were blessed with. xoxo

Jumpin the Broom :)

As we end this week, this long, hot, sweltering week, I begin the countdown to one of the biggest, momentous occasions in my life; that once in a lifetime, heart in your throats, hold back the tears moment.  In ten days, almost nine, I will marry the man of my prayers and dreams.  Ryan came into my life when I least expected it. I was going through an impossibly horrible divorce and had a child in the hospital clinging to life. I don't know what he was thinking, involving himself in a train wreck like myself....but I am glad that he did. Ryan has been right by my side, holding me steady while going through the triumphs and tragedies brought on by our little girl, Lexi's medical condition. He has held both of my miracles out to the world as his own, never batting an eye or doubting for a second that the three of us girls belonged by his side always and forever, as if that was all we ever knew. Ryan has changed me for the better, proving to me that I have worth, that I am valuable, even only if to him.  He has taken me, broken, shattered rather, and put me back together....slowly and gently, letting me know that no matter what happens, he will always be behind me to catch me, in front of me to guide me, and next to me to hold me hand through all of life's journeys.  For all of the days of my life, I will love this man.  His love is a love like no other, and I feel so fortunate beyond anything that words could even begin to describe to have him as my husband and the father of my children. Ryan, I love you. Heart and soul. Forever. xoxoxo

Random Acts of Kindness

Over the past several weeks, it has been proven to me in countless ways that there are actually still really decent, good people in this world.  Most of you following this blog know that Ryan and I have a special needs child, Lexi, and a beautiful seven year old, Kaylee.  Having two girls is very expensive, let alone one who is ill. A couple of months ago, Ryan asked me to marry him.  While I dreamed of a big wedding, financially, it was unrealistic.  However, just in the nick of time, an outpouring of generosity inundated us, making a wedding a realty after all! 
With the help of several donations and gifts, on July 4, 2010 at 6:00 p.m., I will marry the love of my life in a vintage, country wedding.  I could not feel more blessed than I do at this moment. Every single one of my dreams have come true. 
I am speechless over the people who have come foward and showed my family that despite how wicked this world has become, when you are in need, God always makes a way, which I tend to forget in times of stress and weakness. I am eternally indebted to you all for helping us through this past year and a half with Lexi being sick and the countless other trials that have been thrown our way.  xoxo forever!
In the midst of all of the wedding chaos, our oldest turned seven. We had a fantastic Hawaiian luau!  I am very proud of Kaylee and the young lady she is becoming.
Time to retire for tonight. Will catch up with yall soon!


xoxo Judith