This Ones For You Sharon!-May 14, 2008

Clint has been packing for his next phase of school the last couple of days and thought he'd try on a few things in his box of Army gear. These glasses are the ones they issued to him in Basic Training. WOW! So cute!

Something I've Been Thinking About-May 14, 2008

I know its not the 4th of July or anything, I also know that most people don't like to listen to music on other people's blogs, but I really wanted to do something patriotic. When I went to Utah in March I had a heartfelt conversation with Clint's grandpa about military service. The conversation turned to how much a soldier truly sacrifices to serve his/her country (even those who are not or have not been in actual war). Tears came to grandpa's eyes as he told me how unfair it is that so many Americans go about their lives and never think twice about why they enjoy the freedoms they have (yes I am also guilty of this). Soldiers leave their families and homes to live in unfamiliar places outside their comfort zones. Many soldiers are blessed to have their wives and children with them, but they still sacrifice by leaving their parents, siblings, grandparents, friends, homes, nice apartments with a view, and jobs. The thought of being deployed or being sent overseas without spouses and children always weighs on their minds. The future is always uncertain. Where will we go? Will we be together? How long will we be there? How long will we be apart? How will the kids handle it? How will I handle it? Are we strong enough? So I feel like I should acknowledge the great men and women who have served and are now serving in the military. Many people have lost loved ones, been wounded, suffered, sacrificed, and fought for what we now call a 'normal' life. Being an Army wife has become part of my everyday life. I try not to think about how far away my family is, how much I miss them, how comfortable I was being in the majority instead of being a minority. Its just the way things are now. And they will be for a while. Even I, being surrounded by military life, forget to appreciate those who serve in the miltary and their families. So I've decided to make an effort to remember them in my prayers and to express my thanks in any way I can. It means so much to us that people pray for us, that when they see us they thank us for what we do (even though it hasn't been much yet), and that grandpa Paul's gratitude is so great that it brings a tear to his eyes. Thanks to everyone in the military and their families, for putting their wants and needs aside to fight for what they believe to be right.

Over Due

So last week on Monday (the 5th) we went to Lake Tholocco with some friends for family home evening. We do FHE almost every Monday with a bunch of couples from church. It started out with 3 couples who don't have kids, now we've expanded to a countless number of couples and some of us do have babies now but we're trying to continue. Its been so great having so many wonderful friends here at Fort Rucker who we have so many things in common with. We've truly been blessed by the friendships we've created here in Alabama. Morgan is holding a marshmallow in her fist. She was pretty facinated with the fire. Just like her dad!
Left to right: Mindy & Nate Salisbury, Clint & me, Jimmy & Missy Isakson (I'm not quite sure where Morgan was).

Nobi and Hailey-May 10, 2008

While we were in Utah Nobi stayed at his girlfriend's house. Our awesome friends, Justin and Kristin Neal, took care of him. Thanks a ton guys. And I'm sorry about your screen and the barking. I stole this picture off their blog cause I thought it was just so funny. They look totally worn out! We owe you guys big time!

Our Trip to Utah for Kristen's Wedding-May 7-11, 2008

Cutie Patootie-May 4, 2008

I LOVE this dress. I think it came from Morgan's great grandma Webb. She looked so adorable in it! She wore it to church yesterday. The hats a little small (thats what happens when your in the 83rd percentile for head circumfrence). What a doll though!

There were 3 in the bed and the little one said

ROLL OVER...ROLL OVER...Morgan is finally rolling over consistently. She did it once in April but wouldn't do it again. Then, one day when I was horribly sick, my friend Nikki came over and took Morgan for a couple of hours so I could get some rest. Turns out she rolled over for Nikki and I missed it! Then on May 1st when I put her on her stomach she rolled over immediatly. Since then she's been doing it every time we have tummy time. Clint still hasn't seen it. Hopefully today.

Feet and Toys-April 28, 2008

Morgan playing in her stand up toy thinga magig. She's getting good at grabbing the toys around her.

Morgan finally found her feet. I thought she never would. Now she won't let go of them. When I put shoes on her she gets a death grip on the shoe laces. Its so fun watching her grow and discover new things.