These pictures were taken last Sunday after church. I was so excited about going to church because I really needed some time away from Taylor to decompress. I really don't know how single parents do it because she is nonstop these days. So that morning I get us ready for church, get her checked into nursery, and get settled into the early service. I should preface all this by telling you that Taylor is cutting all 4 teeth on top (so she has been a LITTLE cranky) Anyway, about 10 minutes into the service I see her number blinking on the projector screen. I go and check on her and see that she is really really upset, so I gather our things and we go home. After we get home I start fixing her lunch, feed her, and get her down for a nap. After about 1 1/2 hours she wakes up and couldn't be happier, I think she just wanted her momma. Yesterday we tried the whole thing again and she was an angel, and Mom got to redirect her focus for a few hours (it was wonderful) Her teeth haven't all come in yet but she is feeling much better and so am I. 
Monday, August 20, 2007
Ready For Church
Tuesday, August 14, 2007
Happy Anniversary
Although it isn't your typical anniversary I am just happy I have such a wonderful person to share it with. Yes Paul is still gone and no we didn't spend our anniversary together but it was still a special day. I am so lucky to be married to such a wonderful man. I am glad to have someone who values family the way he does. We do spend alot of time apart but I have never once doubted his love for us. He always makes sure Taylor and I know how much he loves us. I know we have only been married to 3 years now but it seems like its been so much longer and I see that as a good thing. We have been through so much already and it only makes us love eachother more. I love him more every single day and I really really mean that. It is truly a blessing to have someone that you really love to spend your life with. Paul and I had to learn very early that it isn't the days you should focus on its your time. We have missed milestones in our marriage but we haven't missed out on quality time. When we are together we are together and enjoy eachother. So one our anniversary we didn't do anything special be we both took time to remember how lucky we both are and that's what really matters. So Honey if you can ready this I love you and you make me so happy. Happy Anniversary.
Paul and I on our honeymoon in Kauai, Hawaii
Sunday, August 12, 2007
Dig In, Yum Yum
All of these pictures were taken when Paul and I had her sweet little party before he had to leave. We all had a great time eating that yummy cake.
Thursday, August 9, 2007
Happy Birthday Taylor
Hey Everyone here is a month by month slideshow of Taylor, I hope everyone enjoys. I can't believe she is already a year old, time flys. I love my sweet girl so much and I can't imagine life without her. What a blessing she is. I love you Baby Taylor.
Wednesday, August 8, 2007
Today we had another busy busy day. This morning Taylor and I got up, ate breakfast, and met with her play group. The second picture was taken after playing everyone, and by playing I mean bumping her head. No her head isn't misshapen that's just a huge goose egg on the side of her head. We had a wonderful time Taylor just playes too rough. After play group we came home took a nap and met at Monkey Joes to play with our friends from the Base. We had lots of fun but Taylor is officially pooped. I think she will be going to bed early tonight, that's a good thing for me because I have to mow the grass tonight when she goes to sleep.
Update on Paul:
Today I received an e-mail from him telling me that he wouldn't be able to call or e-mail me. This is the first time we have been apart without communication. So I challenge everyone to continue with the prayers. He did tell me that he could check his e-mail but just couldn't have any communication going out. I am hoping he will be able to check the blog, this is the easiest way to keep him up on Taylor. I don't know how long he will be gone and I really don't know how I will find out when he is coming home. So just keep us in your prayers. Until then enjoy the many post between now and then.
Tuesday, August 7, 2007
For those of you who dont know this weekend I went to Columbus to get ready for Baby Taylor's birthday party. Paul had an exercise at work and was going to meet us Sunday in time for her party. Well Saturday afternoon I was having lunch with Paul's mom and sister (who were in town) when he called to tell me he was deploying in the morning. I said my goodbyes, packed my bags, and hit the road. Taylor and I made it back to Georgia that night around 10:00pm to see Paul before he had to leave. We did have to cancel Taylor's birthday party because I felt it was more important for me to be with Paul. But that night we did have a little party for Taylor, just the three of us. Even through things didn't go as planned we had a great evening and a special birthday for Baby Taylor. I will us my blog to keep everyone up to date on Paul as he is deployed. He wasn't able to tell me anything about it, honestly he didn't even know anything about it until he went in that morning. I know people wonder how Paul and I do it but God gives us both such a great peace about these hard time and blesses us so much in the good times. We really do love our life and I know it's because of Christ. We are truly truly blessed to love eachother so much and to have such a wonderful family. Anyway, before I get upset I wanted to share some pictures of Taylor I took today in her wagon that her Aunt Becca and Uncle Jeremy painted for her for her birthday. Thanks Aunt B, I love you and miss you so much!!! Hope everyone enjoys.
Thursday, August 2, 2007
Finally Home
It has been so nice to be home, finally. The house has been difficult trying to get back in order but I just haven't worried about it because I'm just happy to be home. I think Taylor and I have been swimming every single day just because we can. Taylor sure is a little fish, she just doesn't get tired of the pool, even after 1 1/2 hours. I have to take a picture in her full swim get-up, she looks so cute. Anyway, Paul and I got each other new camera last night for our anniversary. I am still learning how to use it but here are a few pictures to share with that shiny new camera.
Here is a picture of Taylor in her big girl carseat
Playing with Mommy in the Kitchen
Wishing she was outside with Daddy and Molly (our dog) in the backyard.
