Random shots of our Vacation to FL!!

We started out our trip with a stop at Firestone Subs. YUMMY!!

We HAD to stop at the Florida visiting center. Growing up we took yearly trips to Fl. for spring break and would always stop and get a picture in front of the sign.

Clay got a cramp in his lower back and couldn't move. It was hilarious!

WHAT A STUD!!

Sissy and Stew!

Clay and Kate!

Playing softball and watchin' Clay dance!

Florida...HERE WE COME!!

We leave for Florida in one day!! We are so excited to go. What am I looking forward to?

1. Six days alone with the greatest husband! (Well, kinda alone)

2. Laying in the sun!

3. Being with Billie and Brian and Clay and Kate!

4. Laying in the sun!

5. Quiet times on the beach!

6. Laying in the sun!

7. Riding scooters!

8. Laying in the sun!

9. Going out to dinner!

10. And last but certaintly not least...LAYING IN THE SUN!

Popcorn night with Charlie

Charlie took a nap during the day and couldn't fall asleep at bed time so he asked me to make popcorn. He especially loves the homemade kind and insisted we do it that way! ( I guess he's got some Dowling in him!!) We had a special night eating ice cream and popcorn.

Missing in Action

Sorry we haven't posted in sooooo long! The kids got those Nasty colds that they get every March-April. I had three with double ear infections, three with high fever's for 3 or more days and two with the squirts!! No throwing up though and I am so grateful for that!! Aaron had to go to the leader's conference without me because I didn't want the kids to be at other's people's house's while they were sick. So...I stayed home and we rested alot. We spent the night at aunt Cathy's on Friday. They loved it and I actually got a good night's rest. We watched a movie and ate popcorn. Miss you all so much and love you---Sara

Happy Birthday Lizzy!!

Happy birthday dear friend!! We love you and miss you so much. Thank you for being such a dear friend. You are a compelling example of what it looks like to follow Christ and to lay your life down for others. I am so thankful to God for your friendship. Happy Birthday, Liz.
Love you so much,

Aaron, Sara, Mea, Charlie, Ben and Jimmy James

James Tyler's new haircut...thanks to DADDY!!

Aaron chopped off the bangs and the curls today. Sorry gramma dee-dee!!

Here's all 8 of the kids. Oldest to youngest. Ryan-7, Trevor-6, Mea-5, Anderson-4, Charlie-3, Ben-2, Cai-9 Months and James-8 Months!!

James has crazy hair. It is so long and gets in his eyes so I always put it in a pony tail or Barrett!! Aaron is threatening to cut it.

Foodies Tag

1. What’s your #1 comfort food? CHOCOLATE...CHOCOLATE...CHOCOLATE!
2. If you were on a deserted island, what one food would you want to have with you? Cereal
3. What is/are your signature dishes? Chicken w/ Mashed potatoes and gravy, Stromboli.
4. It’s Friday night, you don’t know what to cook. You opt for … Pizza or Pancakes
5. What’s your biggest weakness when it comes to food? Wendy's
6. What food can you absolutely not eat? Seafood...YUCK!!
7. You need a drink. You grab … H2O
8. What’s the most decadent dish you’ve had? Maggiano's(I don't get out much!!)
9. What’s your favorite type of food? Italian
10. Favorite dish? Chicken w/ mashed potatoes and gravy with roles and corn!!(and a big glass of milk)
11. If your husband could take you to any restaurant you wanted, which one would it be? Big Al's
12. Are you a soup or salad person? I love both
13. Buffet, take-out or sit-down restaurant? Sit down...for sure!
14. What’s the most impressive dinner you’ve ever made? Hot Dogs!!
15. Do you consider yourself a good cook? Sad to say but heck no!! ( I tend to forget things)
16. Do you know what vichyssoise is? No
17. Who’s your favorite TV cook? Paula Dean
18. Can you name at least three TV cooking personalities? Rachael Ray, Paula Dean, Emeril
19. Homemade or homemade from a box? Homemade from a box
20. Name 3 or more other foodies you are going to tag. Whoever wants to.

Random Shots of the Kids!

Red Top Mountain

Here are some photo's of our hike at Red Top Mountain. We had a blast and the kids loved being outside running in the woods. Even Cai loved the outdoors! We are having lots of fun with the cousin's this week. I will post some more pictures in the next couple of days.

Happy 2nd Anniversary Clay and Kate!

Clay and Kate,

Happy 2 year Anniversary! I love you both so much and love that God has given us such great friends and family. Have a great day celebrateing God's faithfulness in your marriage. Can't wait to see you in FLORIDA!!

Love,

Sara