What a wonderful world

My grandfather passed away on Wednesday night. His viewing was last night, and I was awed by the number of people that came. It was very impressive for a man that was 84 years old. Papa Whitey (that is what we called him) was undoubtedly one of the coolest men I have ever met in my life. He wore long-sleeved t-shirts underneath regular t-shirts long before American Eagle or Abercrombie deemed it cool. He loved sports cars. He always laughed and made time for people. In remembering my Papa and how he was before cancer took a toll on him, I must say he loved life and thoroughly enjoyed it. He is now in Heaven and enjoying it there, but while he lived here on earth, he made the most of it. If there is anything I choose to remember, it is that he truly enjoyed the blessing life is and the world God gave us. This last year has been my hardest ever, but I hope that I am learning to follow in Papa's footsteps and enjoy the amazing life I have been given and the amazing world all around me. His funeral service ended with Louis Armstrong's recording of "What a wonderful world." It truly, truly is.

Banquets and Babies

Maggie had her soccer banquet the first night I was visiting so we all attended that night. She was so proud to get her first trophy ever. She deserved it -- she scored a goal at her last game. Owen, on the other hand, could not understand where his trophy was. He ran up to get his trophy when they called another kid's name. It was too cute. Meg is finally starting to look pregnant. Isn't she cute? The last picture is Maggie's mermaid puzzle that she put together herself. She was pretty happy with herself. I needed a good break from work, and I must say this was the perfect break. I can't wait to see them again.

Loco in Louisville

I know, I know. I completely stink at updating. This last weekend was great for me. I got a little break and spent time in Louisville with two of my favorite people in the world -- Maggie Mae and Owen (aka Mae Mae and Bobo). I kept them for two days while my sister worked. Being a full-time mom is exhausting. I give my sister that, but I have to say it was the best exhaustion I have felt in 3 months. They are so fun. Maggie was at preschool so Bobo and I had fun taking crazy pictures. When Mae Mae got home we played catch except I was trying to catch their picture before they ran away from me. They definitely make life fun and know how to make someone feel like a million bucks.