10 Years!

So...tomorrow is our 10 year anniversary! And these days, I feel like that's a pretty big accomplishment. I'm so proud of the life we've made together, and without getting into too much history, most of you know how we started. What an amazing journey it has been and I look forward to the rest of the story. So, without further ado, here are 10 things - one for each year and in no particular order- I absolutely ADORE about my husband!
1. He's a stickler. He made a huge decision 10 years ago to grow up and stand by me, and he still stands.

2. He's a man. A man of all men. This man does crazy man things that drive me crazy too. Like...does your man like catching rattlesnakes (yes, catching, not killing!), or chasing hogs and coyotes in the dark night, or saddling up a horse that isn't broke?

3. He works SO hard! After a long day of putting in his regular working hours, he shoes horses and checks our own stock. And when I gripe about him being gone, he replies, "I do it for ya'll".

4. He can fix anything. Just like my Daddy, he can fix ANYTHING! For example, we don't take our cars to have the oil changed.
5. He's a dreamer. I am not. Without his dreams I figure we would sit in the same spot forever.

6. He practices tough love. I don't know how many compliments we get on our kiddos and their good manners. BUT I am willing to admit (& only today) that he deserves alot of the credit. They know their boundaries with their Daddy and they respect him for it.

7. Our kids adore him. Their eyes light up when that pick-up comes pulling in. They even dress like him. They love to spend time with their Daddy. I see a piece of him in each of them.

8. He's very intellectual. So smart. He was the kid in class that drives us teachers crazy.

9. He perseveres. Through life in general. There have been some times that it might have been easier to give this up. Not us. We don't give up. He doesn't give up.

10. Whoa! He's pretty darn handsome!

I love this guy!

Ecclesiastes 4:9-10

Mark 10:8-9

New Projects

I hosted bunko at my house this month, which forced me to do some deep cleaning and finish some projects. I love my new table that I found in Mom's garage and the new cabinet I want to hang in the kid's bathroom!

Welcome Brycen Gage Roda!

Last weekend we welcomed Summer & Tooter's new baby, Brycen Gage Roda. Of course, he is precious and we can't wait to spend more time with him. We already love him so much!

Sweet Moments

A few sweet moments...

I caught these bros watching the Texas vs.Tech game together.

These 3 BFF's have spent the last two weekends at hot rodeos (lovin' every minute of it) catching frogs, stomping through stands, cheering on their dad's, and being boys.

My girl is so cool. She can hop on a horse bare back and take off. The guys had her warming horses up, washing horses, and she even gave rides to and from the trailers the past 2 weeks. Around the coolers, I've heard several men say, "That girl makes quite a hand. I'd take her with me any day of the week." It's true too. She can saddle, bridle, halter, hobble, wash, and ride almost any horse you put in front of her. She has a gift for horses. Several asked when she could help their ranch rodeo team out. JT hitched a ride with her in this pic. When I pulled up to the rodeo, she was laying down on this (Scottie & Christye's) mare visiting with some adults.

The BFF's again. A photographer caught some pics of these guys hanging on the fence, so I can't wait to see them!

If you haven't met Sister, I hope you can soon. She has become our new Myrtle and has won my heart completely! She's precious...cuddly, calm, well-mannered, blind in one eye, and walks with a limp. My big teddy bear!

Labor Day Weekend

Will was so excited to go hunting with the guys, he wanted his picture taken with everyone.
Tatum and Will loved reading No More Monkeys Jumping on the Bed to Meemaw. The Grandkids think Papa is so much fun in the water! They won't leave him alone..he's like a big tree to climb in there!

Cousin Cuties!

Ben thought Will was too cool.

We traveled to Abilene for Labor Day weekend with the fam. The guys hunted, the kids played, and we enjoyed each other as always!

Off to a Great Start!

School is in session! We had a great first week of school. Last Sunday at church the congregation prayed for our students and teachers, that we might go forward and change public schools in the name of Christ. It was a very powerful and motivating way to start the school year. Needless to say, it led into a great week. We are so happy with all of our teachers and know our children will grow so much throughout the course of the year. I am LOVING 4th grade. I have a great class and had alot of my students in 2nd grade. I love working with my friend (& Lexi's teacher) Stacy and am always amazed at the positive energy that flows from her. I have never met someone like her before and try my best to keep up with her. We have lots of exciting things planned for this year. I feel blessed to work in Godley. I couldn't be happier with the school system. We have brand new buildings and our district does an amazing job of keeping up with the larger districts in curriculum, technology, and teaching philosophies. I am excited to see what this year has in store for our family and my students.

A Sweet 6 Year Old

We've had another birthday in our family. Will turned 6 last week! Wow, how time flies! If you've spent much time around this boy, you'd know why I chose this title for this post. He's as sweet as they come, and I do mean that. He is all boy, rambunctious, wild, and dirty, but his heart is pure and tender. I see great things for this little boy. My hope is that his heart will remain tender, yet strong and that he will follow God's plan for his life.

Last week we celebrated his birthday by letting him pick out a pair of boots and eating pizza. This weekend we went to visit grandparents and Gammy bought him a cake. This Saturday we will celebrate with friends.