Christmas in Mayfield and Paris

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We had a great Christmas! There was baking, duck hunting, playing, eating, unwrapping, worshiping, celebrating, laughing, resting, merry-making. We were all sad when this Christmas came to an end.

The Dales visit

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My family came to Cincinnati and it was a lovely visit. We went to the Zoo on Saturday. It's a really nice zoo and we enjoyed so many of the exhibits - the gorillas, the manatees, the baby tigers. We wanted to eat at the Hofbrauhaus Saturday night, but the wait was too long. So we wound up having a good time at Johnny Rocket's instead. I was a little disappointed, but as my mom reminded me, it's really just about having a good time together no matter where you are! And we certainly had a good time all weekend long!

Easter 2009

It was a great weekend here at the Garrett house. We had special visitors - my family and Kevin's sister all spent some time with us. Caroline had the best time with her cousins, her aunts, and her Mimi. We all had fun together!

We made it to church. I really missed singing in the choir. But on the other hand, it was really nice to enjoy listening to the beautiful music. Helen slept blissfully through the whole service. Big sister actually sat through the whole service, too. We were impressed.

Helen wore the daygown I made. I say prayers over every dress or appliqued tee-shirt or daygown I make. So it was really special for me to see Helen in her gown. God has been so faithful to the four of us.

I hope each of you had a blessed Easter weekend!

Visit with the Dales

We were so excited to spend Monday with my dad's brother and parents! They drove all the way from Oklahoma to visit. We had a wonderful time!

Early birthday party in Mayfield

Caroline and I took a little trip up to Mayfield while Kevin was on a mission trip to Bay St. Louis, MS. We had an early birthday party for my almost-two-year-old. The weather was great all weekend - short sleeve weather! We're very ready for more spring weather! And this week, we're busy preparing for the actual birthday. Wow - two years...

Our happy Christmas

Weekend in Mayfield

Caroline and I took a trip up to Mayfield last weekend. We sure are glad Mimi and Papa have a pool! Autumn and Caroline enjoy each other more and more each time they are together. And my little nephew Ian...such a good boy!

KY lake = good times

We took Caroline to visit Kevin's parents in Paris this past weekend. We spent time at the lake and had such a good time. Caroline didn't mind her life jacket at all, which was a pleasant surprise. She loved the boat rides! This girl can party - no big naps and a very fussy night, but she was still ready to GO!

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A very happy Christmas

We had a really nice Christmas. In fact, our celebration lasted almost a week! Caroline and I spent the actual holiday with my parents and grandmother and sister and neice in KY. (Kevin was working.) Then we came home and spent some time with Kevin's sister. Then we had our family Christmas. Kevin's parents came down New Year's Eve weekend and we celebrated some more. This week has felt a little dull in comparison!

And, as usual, I didn't take nearly enough pictures. Here are a few that I did manage to capture. We felt particularly blessed this year and hope that you did, too!

"The LORD has done great things for us, and we are filled with joy." -Psalm 126:3

Making snowman cupcakes


Lee-Lee and Autumn with the finished product


Playing with Papa


Sharing giggles with Lee-Lee


Hat hair


Some Christmas presents from Mom and Dad

Grammy and Grandy read to Caroline