This has been a roller coaster of a week! A friend of mine went to be with Jesus, we helped the Burson's move into their new home, I helped set up the book fair at school, Bobby has had programs, soccer practice and we ended the week at the Tulsa State Fair! This week I have to remember to take life in and enjoy it! Be with the ones you love, reach out to help others and have FUN!
The fair was a blast and ginormous!!! We went with the Bursons and their parents. We ate our "Fair" share of pizza, hamburgers, cotton candy, and funnel cake. I did not get a corn dog...I may have to go back. The kids rode anything and everything that could make them sick. Well I need to go so I can finish watching the Bama game! ROll Tide!
Have a great week and I love you gals and guys!
Saturday, October 4, 2008
Saturday, September 6, 2008
Happy Birthday David!
Well, I am here to announce that 9 years ago today David Christain Walker was born. He was 8 pds. 4 oz. and 21 inches long. He was our biggest baby but has the biggest heart. We were going to name him Brandon Cole but I had kidney stones throughout my pregnancy so we found it fitting to name him after the greatest stone thrower...David. My mom and daddy came from S.C. to be there for David's big arrival. We would "talk" to David and tell him he had to wait on Nana and Big Daddy to get here before he could come out. Sure enough, David waited on Nana and Big Daddy and he even let all of us get a great night of sleep. The next morning Bobby, Daddy and our neighbor Ken went to the golf course to play eighteen. Mom, me and Austin stayed behind to relax and get our clothes together for dinner that night. We were suppose to go to Outback and I was craving it and therefore very excited. Anyway, the guys were on the 11 hole and I called them and said instead of dinner lets have a baby. We loaded up and at 4 pm David was born. They laid him on my chest and he was a beautiful blue. We had 2 long minutes of a scare but after some oxygen he was doing fine. We know he has a great call on his life. When he was 4 months old he was diagnosed with RSV. I was never so scared I would loose my baby. I felt like a new mom all over again. David brings so much laughter and love to our family. Austin had someone to look after and love only like a big brother can and David had Austin to look up to. David LOVES his big brother. They are so close...almost like twins. Where you find one you find the other.
David has a very kind and tender heart. He is always looking out for everyone else, wants to include everyone and make everyone happy. It upsets him to see someone sad. He is ALL BOY! He loves to take care of momma but loves his guy time with Daddy and Austin. He has an amazing laugh. David accepted Christ April of last year soon (after Austin did). He wanted to be like his big brother. I was so proud when Austin said don't do it to be like me. Do it because you want to be like Jesus. I wept! The days I feel like I fail as a mother God gives me a glimpse of accomplishment. I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me. David has not been baptised because he is waiting on Big Daddy and Nana, Uncle Michael, and Aunt Kristen, Brennan, Granny and Grandfather, Aunt Robin, Uncle Denny, and Olivia to come and be part of it. So Family if you are reading this you know what to do. ROAD TRIP. As you can tell I am very proud of David, Austin and Kailyn. I love you and have an AMAZING week!
David has a very kind and tender heart. He is always looking out for everyone else, wants to include everyone and make everyone happy. It upsets him to see someone sad. He is ALL BOY! He loves to take care of momma but loves his guy time with Daddy and Austin. He has an amazing laugh. David accepted Christ April of last year soon (after Austin did). He wanted to be like his big brother. I was so proud when Austin said don't do it to be like me. Do it because you want to be like Jesus. I wept! The days I feel like I fail as a mother God gives me a glimpse of accomplishment. I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me. David has not been baptised because he is waiting on Big Daddy and Nana, Uncle Michael, and Aunt Kristen, Brennan, Granny and Grandfather, Aunt Robin, Uncle Denny, and Olivia to come and be part of it. So Family if you are reading this you know what to do. ROAD TRIP. As you can tell I am very proud of David, Austin and Kailyn. I love you and have an AMAZING week!
Wednesday, September 3, 2008
Happy Birthday Austin!
Today is a great day! Today we celebrate the birth of Stephen Austin. Eleven years ago I gave birth to a beautiful 8 pound baby boy. We named him Stephen Austin. He is named after his Daddy, Grandfather, Big Daddy and Uncle Michael. I would like to share what happened that day...don't worry no gory details. Bobby came home early to eat lunch with me. He ordered pizza from D.J's Pizza. We ate our mushroom and green pepper pizza then headed off to the furniture store. We had to find a bed so my mom would have a place to sleep when she came to save us...I mean help us. As soon as we stepped in the furniture store at 2:33 pm I looked at Bobby and said we don't have time to find a bed today...it's time! We were off to the hospital after Bobby took me back to the house to vacuum (of course) and grab our hospital bag. We arrived at the hospital at 3:40 pm and Austin was born at 10:40 pm. I remember the joy that rushed over me when I looked in his precious face. Bobby and I were so excited and scared to death. Bobby and I feel so privileged to have him our life. To think that God entrusted us with the responsibility to provide, love and guide for not just Austin but all of our babies just humbles us. It is also a reminder to trust God. We cannot be everything to our kids but we have a heavenly Father who can. It is our job to lead our children there to His feet.
I am so very proud of Austin. Austin asked Jesus in his Heart in February of 07. He was Baptized in April of 07. He loves Jesus and tells everyone that Jesus loves them and died just for them. Austin loves his brother and sister, although they do get heated with each other. He is a great thinker, He is an Honor Roll Student and often on the Principal's List. He is a great helper and a thoughtful friend. He is respectful and courteous. I have to tell you he has a great sense of humor. He will catch you off guard and make you belly laugh. I love to listen in when all the kids play together. I can be two rooms away and hear deep belly laughs coming from his room and it will be the kids playing and joking. I love it! I remember when Austin was about 3 and David was 1. The boys were really quiet in David's room and I walked back to check on them. When I opened the door I found a winter wonderland. Austin was holding a bottle of Baby Powder and the room, bed, furniture, Austin and David were covered. What a mess! I laughed so hard...there was no way I could be mad. It was hilarious. I have so many of those stories. As you read this remember the times your kids made you laugh. Remember to smile at them, hug them and love them. I hope each of you have a great day! Feel free to leave Austin a birthday message today...he would love to read them!
I am so very proud of Austin. Austin asked Jesus in his Heart in February of 07. He was Baptized in April of 07. He loves Jesus and tells everyone that Jesus loves them and died just for them. Austin loves his brother and sister, although they do get heated with each other. He is a great thinker, He is an Honor Roll Student and often on the Principal's List. He is a great helper and a thoughtful friend. He is respectful and courteous. I have to tell you he has a great sense of humor. He will catch you off guard and make you belly laugh. I love to listen in when all the kids play together. I can be two rooms away and hear deep belly laughs coming from his room and it will be the kids playing and joking. I love it! I remember when Austin was about 3 and David was 1. The boys were really quiet in David's room and I walked back to check on them. When I opened the door I found a winter wonderland. Austin was holding a bottle of Baby Powder and the room, bed, furniture, Austin and David were covered. What a mess! I laughed so hard...there was no way I could be mad. It was hilarious. I have so many of those stories. As you read this remember the times your kids made you laugh. Remember to smile at them, hug them and love them. I hope each of you have a great day! Feel free to leave Austin a birthday message today...he would love to read them!
Saturday, August 30, 2008
I couldn't wait to share these new pictures with you! Rachel did a great job and we are so excited about them. These pictures symbolize a new chapter in our lives. The Philbrook Museum in Tulsa is a beautiful back drop. I hope you can come here one day.
Bobby's parents are coming in this weekend and we are excited to spend time with them. They are coming to help us celebrate Austin's 11th birthday and David's 9th birthday. Golly the kids are growing up so fast. I don't feel old enough to have an 11 year old or a 9 year old. Where does the time go?
I will be taking lots of pictures of the party this weekend so be looking for those. I need to go. West Virginia is playing and I need to be watching. Have a great weekend! I love you!
Bobby's parents are coming in this weekend and we are excited to spend time with them. They are coming to help us celebrate Austin's 11th birthday and David's 9th birthday. Golly the kids are growing up so fast. I don't feel old enough to have an 11 year old or a 9 year old. Where does the time go?
I will be taking lots of pictures of the party this weekend so be looking for those. I need to go. West Virginia is playing and I need to be watching. Have a great weekend! I love you!
Saturday, August 23, 2008
Daddy Daughter Date
I wanted to share with you the first of many dates with Kailyn and Bobby. It was so sweet. Bobby asked her to go on a "date" with him and of course she said yes. What more could a girl ask for...time with her daddy. Kailyn adores her daddy and I know how she feels. I adore my daddy. Kailyn asked him what she should wear and Bobby picked out his favorite sundress for her. And Kailyn picked a shirt for Bobby that would match her dress. It was the sweetest thing I have seen! They had so much fun! They had dinner at Chick-Fil-A and then went to Build-A-Bear for more fun. She picked out the cutest Rabbit with floppy ears. They finished off the night at Toys-R-Us. Kailyn picked out birthday gifts for Austin and David. When they got home she was so excited to tell me about everything. Bobby and I are hoping to set the standard of how she should be treated on a date instead of letting the poor soul, who is brave enough to date Bobby Walker's daughter, set the standard. She is to treated like a princess and nothing less...I mean she is the daughter of the King! She is to be treated with respect and honor. My daddy did a great job of"weeding" out the guys that were not good for me. I may have put up a fight then but I respect the stand her took on my behalf. Thank you daddy for showing me what a Godly man looks like. Now it is Bobby's job to do the same for Kailyn. Here are a few pictures of Kailyn and Bobby before they left on their date.
Thursday, August 14, 2008
First Day of School:)
The kids had their first day of school. They were up and dressed an hour before they had to go to the bus stop. I walked the kids to the bus stop along with 5 other moms and we waved our children off. We stood there with tears...from being so giddy! I'm teasing. We love our kids but it has been a long summer. I think the kids were ready to get back in a routine too. I forgot how much I could accomplish with the kids in school. I was able to clean the house and run a few errands. It was wonderful!
When they got home I asked each of them what they liked the most about their day...Austin said he liked lunch the best (they have Mazzio's Pizza everyday). David has lots of friends from last year in his class again this year. Which could be a problem because he loves to socialize. Kailyn loves the fact that her friend Brittney is riding the bus with her this year. She also said she looooves music. That doesn't surprise me because she is always singing along to music and making up her own songs. Christian will be riding the bus to our house till the Burson home is complete. Kailyn is in hog heaven...Brittney and Christian on the bus...at the same time . We are looking forward to a great year. I hope you have a great week. I have posted a few pictures of their first day. I love you guys and gals!
When they got home I asked each of them what they liked the most about their day...Austin said he liked lunch the best (they have Mazzio's Pizza everyday). David has lots of friends from last year in his class again this year. Which could be a problem because he loves to socialize. Kailyn loves the fact that her friend Brittney is riding the bus with her this year. She also said she looooves music. That doesn't surprise me because she is always singing along to music and making up her own songs. Christian will be riding the bus to our house till the Burson home is complete. Kailyn is in hog heaven...Brittney and Christian on the bus...at the same time . We are looking forward to a great year. I hope you have a great week. I have posted a few pictures of their first day. I love you guys and gals!
Saturday, August 9, 2008
McDonalds? What about Oprah?
I have been debating whether or not to stand on my soap box because I don't want this to be considered an attack. Having said that have decided to stand. I received an e-mail this week asking me to sign a petition to boycott McDonald's. I am shortening what the e-mail said due to space...here is the gist...McDonald's has adopted the same thought process and/or language as gay right groups. They say if you stand against SSM(Same Sex Marriage) you harbor hate. I wish I had a picture of a soap box because I'm stepping on it now.
We, as Christ Followers, tend to put too much energy into boycotts that do not move hearts to Christ. Why are we focusing on boycotting Disney or McDonald's over SSM or gay rights? Are you ready to boycott other companies, restaurant's, clothing lines, stores, athletic groups, etc? What about Abercombie using young people that are half dressed (and that is putting it lightly) in their windows and advertising. Victoria's Secret uses half-naked women in their magazines, t.v. runway show, or store windows. Do you still give them your business? I could go on and on. Here is my point. We should show the love of Christ in all areas of our lives! When we are signing petitions to boycott, we come across as the haters "they" say we are. What good are we doing? What image of Christ are we projecting? We have so much more to worry about. For instance - Oprah! That's right I said it...OPRAH. She has millions of people that watch her show, read her magazine, and now watch her on the internet. People are following her and her "spiritual leaders" like they are gods. They are also swallowing her line of crap... hook line and sinker. Here are just a few of the thoughts she and her "teachers" are promoting...believing in yourself, positive thinking, that we have the power in ourselves to make things happen, God is in everything and everything is God. That we are God. In short she takes the Bible and leaves out the power of the Holy Spirit. She says that we have what it takes to change ourselves and the world around us.
ATTENTION!! We only have the power to change IF we have the Power of the Holy Spirit living in us.
I have an idea. Let's forget boycotts and put our energy into loving people. If we focused on serving and loving others we would see droves of people come to know our Lord and Savior. If we focus on boycotts and "hate language" we will not see hearts, lives and families changed. Why give them a reason to talk about us and call us haters? I don't agree with homosexuality, but I know God told us to love everyone and to show them Christ! Love you all and I hope you have a great week. Remember: For God so loved the WORLD that he gave His only son that WHOSOEVER believes in Him will not parish but have eternal life. John 3:16.
We, as Christ Followers, tend to put too much energy into boycotts that do not move hearts to Christ. Why are we focusing on boycotting Disney or McDonald's over SSM or gay rights? Are you ready to boycott other companies, restaurant's, clothing lines, stores, athletic groups, etc? What about Abercombie using young people that are half dressed (and that is putting it lightly) in their windows and advertising. Victoria's Secret uses half-naked women in their magazines, t.v. runway show, or store windows. Do you still give them your business? I could go on and on. Here is my point. We should show the love of Christ in all areas of our lives! When we are signing petitions to boycott, we come across as the haters "they" say we are. What good are we doing? What image of Christ are we projecting? We have so much more to worry about. For instance - Oprah! That's right I said it...OPRAH. She has millions of people that watch her show, read her magazine, and now watch her on the internet. People are following her and her "spiritual leaders" like they are gods. They are also swallowing her line of crap... hook line and sinker. Here are just a few of the thoughts she and her "teachers" are promoting...believing in yourself, positive thinking, that we have the power in ourselves to make things happen, God is in everything and everything is God. That we are God. In short she takes the Bible and leaves out the power of the Holy Spirit. She says that we have what it takes to change ourselves and the world around us.
ATTENTION!! We only have the power to change IF we have the Power of the Holy Spirit living in us.
I have an idea. Let's forget boycotts and put our energy into loving people. If we focused on serving and loving others we would see droves of people come to know our Lord and Savior. If we focus on boycotts and "hate language" we will not see hearts, lives and families changed. Why give them a reason to talk about us and call us haters? I don't agree with homosexuality, but I know God told us to love everyone and to show them Christ! Love you all and I hope you have a great week. Remember: For God so loved the WORLD that he gave His only son that WHOSOEVER believes in Him will not parish but have eternal life. John 3:16.
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