Shoulder pads and cheese!

Like his mother, Walker is a stickler for conformity. Once he gets on somethings, he likes to do it everyday at the same time. As soon as we walk in the door in the afternoon, he insists he must have on his Auburn jersey and shoulder pads. I will always look back to the time when this sweet little boy was running through the house and sliding across the hardwood floors on his knees, saying "hut, hut." Next month he'll be two. I can't believe my baby boy is growing up so quickly. When he becomes a man, it's this very moment in time I know I will think of and how much I wish I could go back in time. I love his face expressions and how he really gets in to trying to tell you something important. I have absolutely no idea what he's trying to say, but I love it! Just yesterday he wanted to watch one of his Bob the Builder DVD's. The cover had a picture of a real dump truck. He cried and screamed "truck!" over and over because he never saw the truck in the actual movie. It became the biggest ordeal and he ended up having to go into "time-out" over it. But looking back... he had no idea why that truck wasn't in the movie. What a cruel world! Hee Hee!

Back to conformity... Walker has to have a quick snack after a few minutes of hard play... he usually wants cheese and juice... then it's off to ride the tricycle.
After his bath at night, he absolutely has to have on his "G-Daddy" shirt. The only problem with this is... he has just started wanting to keep it on the next morning and wear it to NaNa's house. A G-Daddy shirt is a Harley Davidson shirt. Walker has a ton of them because Zac's dad has Harley's and buys the grandkids one everytime he goes on a trip. I was embarrassed the other day when Walker went to Kyle's baseball game with a black shirt that had a pig driving a motorcycle! Yeah, he looked nice.

"Cheese!"

We took Walker to a fair in Huntsville. He loved the petting zoo.

Happy Birthday Kyle, Katelyn, and Travis!

We had a very busy weekend. Cousin Kyle (7 yrs), cousin Katelyn (3 yrs), and Uncle Travis (the big 40!) all had birthdays to be celebrated. Saturday all started at Jump Zone. Walker would not get on the inflatables because of the movements. So, he had tons of fun running around chasing his cousins.
From there, we took Walker by to see Daddy Ralph and Nanny. He stayed there and played until around 5:30. Keep in mind... NO NAP.
We picked him up and went straight to Travis' party. There, he had a blast. We didn't get home till 8:30p.m. Needless to say... we were exhausted! I've included several pictures from the day. Enjoy!

Katelyn

Walker and Kyle

First piece of cake that day!

Travis (Zac's uncle)... Happy 40th! Awesome party!

Second cake of the day...

Travis with the kids... Walker blew most of the candles out before they were all ready. It was too funny!

Walker was all about the balloons. Travis kept giving him one at a time, and by the end of the night, Tim decided he needed the entire bunch.

I wanted to include this cute picture... Walker likes to walk Calvin

(Daddy Ralph and Nanny's dog).

Walker is wearing Zac's soccer team shirt from when he was around five years old. I love when he wears his shoes too, especially the boots. I've got to get that picture soon.

Walker's Bug...

I love little boys! I can take Walker outside and he will find anything... worms, bugs, GARBAGE (in parks, not my yard!)! Hee-Hee. This was so funny. The "June Bug" grabbed on and wouldn't let go of him. I thought Walker would scream and freak out but he loved it. He put it on his tricycle and rode it around the driveway. The first time Walker held a bug, he squished it. I didn't want to see what might come out of that big bug! Thankfully he was careful.
He got tired of it and threw it in the yard. Enough of that!




WALKER UPDATE: Walker has completed his first week of daycare. He hates the separation in the early morning but loves the entire day with the other kids. He even goes down for his scheduled nap times. I am so proud of him. His day is very structured. I'll try to keep you updated on the funny moments of NaNa's house.
Still not potty trained, but close!

Beach Trip '08

We had a wonderful time at the beach. There are so many pictures I would love to share, but I will keep it short. If my computer wasn't on dial up I would insert a slide show of all the pictures, except we would be back from next year's beach trip before that would upload.

Walker's constant snacking...

This is the awesome play area for the kids where we stayed. It had tons of water shooting out of the ground. Of course, as you can tell... Walker LOVED it. We spent alot of time there.

Zac and Walker on the dolphin cruise we took on our last night... It was very neat. I wish you guys could see the video we took on this boat. It's so cute. Walker gets so excited when he sees the dolphins jump out of the water.
I didn't get the picture I wanted. He would not sit in the sand no matter how hard I begged. This was right before we left, so I'm sure he was tired of the sand.

Our most memorable moments...

• I had to hold Walker at every restaurant so Zac peeled my shrimp for me...thanks Zac.
• We could not get in the water, even if we wanted to, thanks to jellyfish. We stayed at the pool most of the time. Walker will be swimming like a fish soon!
• We were scared to walk in the sand because everyone around us kept burying the jellyfish in the sand. Yes, a jellyfish land mine.
• The first day on the beach was eventful with it being Walker's first time to try to coexist with sand. He had a runny nose so he kept sticking his sandy finger up his nose and rubbing his eyes. He remembered the feeling because the next three days he didn't dare touch his face. Smart Cookie!
• Zac tried really hard to make a sandcastle with Walker, but he didn't understand the concept. As soon as the bucket came up, W knocked over the tower.
• Walker's Teva'a were a hassle to we got him some Crocs. He was asleep when we bought them. He woke up to new blue shoes on his feet. His face was priceless. And to think of it, he woke up in a great mood!!!!! Maybe I should try that more often. He wanted to sleep in them and swim. Why did I wait so long to get him some?
• Walker drove the boat on the dolphin cruise.
  

When it rains, it pours... Prayers needed!

We're back from the beach. But before I enter that post I feel I need to ask for a major prayer request. Our families (both my side and Zac's) needs tons of prayers. On my side, I have many aunts and uncles that have had kidney transplants (thank God they are doing great) and one aunt, Aunt Sue, that still needs one. Pray she can get the transplant she needs, which includes a heart. I also have a great aunt, Callie Sue, that has cancer and is not doing so well. My mom's mother, "Granny" will be having a hip replacement July 28th. I pray she has a speedy recover. My sweet mom is staying at her house for 6 weeks to take care of her and Buster, the dog.

It has been super crazy on Zac's side in the past week. We thought his Uncle Chris had two cancerous tumors, but thankfully found out it was an infection. Unfortunately he is in UAB hospital ICU for a couple weeks until they can get him medicated enough to come home. He will have to spend a year getting this under control. We are so thankful to God for answering our prayers that he will be okay. He should come home soon. Please pray for Terri, Zac's aunt and Chris's wife. She found out the same day Chris was going into the ICU that her mother (Zac's grandma) passed away. This has been a difficult time for her and the family. We were greatful to have been passing through Birmingham on the way back from the beach so we could stop in and visit.

As if this is not enough, Maycell Smith (Walker's babysitter, Zac's Great Aunt) was diagnosed with bone cancer the same time Uncle Chris was going through his ordeal. We just found out today it is malignant. I can't begin to express the sadness I feel. She is a Breast Cancer survivor of ten years. Walker absolutely loves Maycell and Ralph. This most likely means Walker will be going to day care. I know one thing... I will always be dedicated to taking Walker to visit Nanny and Daddy Ralph as often as possible. These three have a bond I couldn't bare to break. Of all of this, the thing that makes me the saddest is Walker not getting to spend his days with his buddy, Daddy Ralph.

Wow! What was I thinking? One more major request. Please pray for my friend Roxanne. Her brother was just laid to rest. He was only 23. I know this family is having a tough time.

Okay... so do you see we need some major praying around here? I have no idea what the next few weeks holds. I do know one thing. I believe everything happens for a reason. I believe God knows why these things are happening. We may not understand, but God does and he has a plan for us all. I trust God! Please pray!

Here are some past pictures of Walker with Nanny and Daddy Ralph...

Chris and Terri

Kiddie Carnival & July 4th!

Hello all! We are heading out in the morning for the beach so I thought I'd better post what pictures I have from my camera. Since last post, we have visited the Kiddie Carnival in Athens. For those of you who don't know what this is... it is carnival type rides for small kids operated by the Lions Club. G-Daddy's (Zac's dad) church rented it out for the kids. He loved it since Kyle, Jenna, and Katelyn were there. He cried on every ride but loved chasing after his cousins.

This 4th of July we went around and visited family. We took Walker to the Athens Firecracker Festival to see the big fireworks. He loved it but wasn't too sure about the big booms. My mother came up that Saturday to visit. We cooked out and had our own little firework show that night.
Zac playing horseshoes with Anna Marie, Braden, and Anna Marie's dad.
Watching the fireworks...

G-Daddy & MiMi had all the kids over that Sunday for a bubble and sprinkler party.

Walker decided he needed eye wear! We enjoy meeting up with Aunt Brandy and the kids to go swimming.

I had to include this one... Walker still isn't potty trained but the sweet little thing keeps trying.

Don't forget to check back in a week or so... there will be beach pictures... my favorite kind!

Let me catch you up...

Wow! I thought summer would bring more free time to blog and stay current. Boy was I wrong. Walker doesn't want me to leave his side (more like he can't leave my side) or we are on the go. I started this entry over a week ago and was trying to get it posted. As I write, Walker is standing over me yelling. But I will finish! I'm determined.

I wanted to share a few pictures from my camera before we go to the beach. I'm sure I'll have plenty to post from that.

Father's Day Week end Zac and Walker

Walker with his Granddaddy Tully

At Nana's house

After a long week Walker relaxed by painting his bathroom with his crayola painters.

I can't leave out what my little angel did before we left for the weekend... As I was cleaning out the car, he put pennies in my CD player. I could eject all 6 CD's and put them back in, but none will play! So, I have no idea what to do about that.

As if that was not enough, when we got back from the weekend trip Walker chucked my garage door opener into the pool. I had been playing with it trying to get it open and without thinking put it on the chair. I know both instances are my fault. I'm sure it won't be the last!

VBS 08 (Part 2)

Here are the pictures from last night...

Walker and his Joseph doll.

Learning the color red.

Here is the always impossible yet hilarious group picture of the babies.

Notice Walker's one shoe!

Smooth Criminal... The props from the group picture were just too tempting for Walker.

VBS 08.. Walking in "Son" Light (Part 1)

Walker started his 2nd VBS last night. Yes, I said last night. Our church has classes for adults as well so we don't start until 7:00. I'm helping out with his class and it has been interesting to say the least. Walker wanted to sit in the back table by himself.

Snack time... an Oreo cookie at 8:15 at night! We were up very late.

Here's the class in the front table Walker didn't want to sit in. See his empty seat?

They are studying Joseph and his coat of many colors. This is great since I've been teaching Walker his colors. Right now everything is "yewow" (yellow). HA!

Stay tuned for more pictures...