We have had a very busy few years and I cannot believe it has been this long since I
have posted anything new!!!! Well, where do I begin? Emma is in second grade, and doing
amazing in school!!! I could not be more proud of all her hard work. She has become a loving,
sweet and independent little girl. Bethie just turned four a month ago, time sure has flown by!
My girls continue to show me what life is all about..They kiss and hug so soft, and their I love
you's are music to my ears!

I joke that life has a funny way of making things happen...As I say, "life happens" and we all
get so carried away with the day in day out schedules! This year I have decided to take a
stand a make a huge change in our lives! 2013 will be our best year yet!! It may also be our
scariest....but together we can get through it!

I am not where I have imagined at this point in my life, but I have been blessed more
than I deserve. So with that I am here with my heart and arms wide open for what he
has for me!

Blessings,
JLS

Kindergarten Here We Come!!!!

Emma Grace has started Kindergarten!!!! She absolutely loves it, and I couldn't be more proud! We were so BLESSED to have Mrs. Harrison as Emma's teacher! If I were able to hand pick a teacher for Emma I couldn't have chosen a better person than Mrs. Harrison! As her first day approached I was nervous and excited! When we woke up that first Monday morning we were having a horrible storm and I just wanted to crawl back in bed with my babies....But, we had to go! Emma walked into class like such a big girl...Me on the other hand......I cried all day...for the next two weeks! And Bethie walked around the house saying" Where Sissy??" As we are about to start out third week I am so proud of my sweet girl! This is going to be a great year!!!

Emma Grace Graduated

My Sweet Angel Emma Grace graduated from Palma Sola Presbyterian Pre-School last Wednesday! She looked like such a doll. We have had so many wonderful memories that we will cherish forever. This is just the beginning...... She is growing up so fast right before my eyes! Now it is time to move on to the next step...Kindergarten. As happy and proud I am, my heart is still a little sad.....

Back To Business

Mothers Day was such a joyous Day! We spent the day surrounded by family, good food, and the kids swimming! I couldn't have enjoyed myself more. With most of our Family living in Kentucky every Holiday has its bitter sweet moments...but we are very lucky to have so many amazing family members. We enjoyed the day with my parents, my grandmother, my great grandmother, my brother, my aunt, and my cousins. It was Perfect.

Now its time to get back to business. I have decided to start selling bows, frames, wine glasses and anything else I can decorate. Its something I enjoy doing so we will see how this venture goes. I love being at home with the girls, but a little something i can do besides my "Mommy Duties" is just what I think I need!

Have a wonderful Day Everyone!!!!

Jen, Take A Deep Breath...and Count Your Blessings!

Here lately I have been dwelling on negative thoughts... That's no way to approach such a wonderful day this Sunday... Mothers Day!!! I have been blessed over and over and I am so grateful for all I have in my life. My children are Gods gifts to me and I am the luckiest woman on Earth. The little moments with my girls will have a lasting spot in my Heart.

My Sweet Sweet Emma Grace..... I cannot even begin to describe the love I have for you! you are my "Miracle Baby" and you are the Sunshine in my life. You are growing up so fast and I am so proud of you! You are so sweet, kind, and loving! I couldn't ask for a better sister for Bethie, or a better helper to Mommy! Thank you for all my "sweet kisses" and I love You More Than Words Can Say Emma!

My Angel Girl Elizabeth Grace.... You are my Saving Grace! From the first moment I held you....I knew everything was going to be ok. You have such a calm, old soul that I Love!!!! You're so kind, and sweet natured towards everyone! I know that you're going to do this world alot of good! These past 16 months with you in our lives has been pure joy! I am so excited to see you and Sissy growing up! I love You my Sweet Bethie!

Happy Mothers Day To Everyone!

I hope you will enjoy your day with your sweet babies as much as I will!

As I sit here this Monday morning I cant help but feel all the heavy thoughts on my heart. Each thought brings me down a little at a time.....and each thought has taken a piece of my heart. What will happen when there is nothing left to take? I keep re-assuring myself that everyone goes through this... I look at my children and I feel pure joy! God chose me to be their Mommy! What would make him do that? Ive always felt like my Faith would get me through anything. It was the one thing I knew I could always count on. As these past few years have flown by... my Faith has slowly slipped away. I want it back so badly...but my heart is so heavy. How do I let go and become the mother God chose for my children?

I have to trust in God that his plan is what is best. For the past few months I have been praying for our family. I have prayed that we get back to what we once were and that we have a sense of Peace. God has his own way of doing things and he has shown me many times that his will is what will bring everything together. I may look at a situation and have a completely different outlook but when it is all said and done I can see the bigger picture. Sometimes I feel like I have no control over what is happening in my Life and I lean on God. I pray hard, think less and Leave the rest up to him! I know that no matter what the outcome is: I have been blessed with two healthy baby girls and I was put here on Earth to be their Mommy.