Happy Graduation Day, Anna!

My niece graduated from high school and just received her cosmetology license. In celebration of her big day my sis in law and I put together a yummy dessert buffet, 'cause we loves her. Anna is a sweetheart, every room is brighter with her in it, and I can't wait to see what wonderful things God has planned for her future.

{Thank you Darla for making the lovely food cards}

{a chocolate fountain: messy, but oh so good}

{A raspberry almond ruffle cake-I've been needing an excuse to try out this design}

{Molly whipped up an amazing flag banner}

{My sis who just started her own senior portrait business took these stunning shots of Anna}

As you can see, it took a group effort to pull off, but I think it turned out lovely. And by the looks of things, I would say that all our friends enjoyed it.

Wouldn't you agree?

We love you Anna Girl...

Year in Photos~ Week #23

Yep, that's about it people. A pile of library books is all I have to show for my 23rd week in 2011. Not that a trip to the library is all we accomplished, I'm sure there was something else noteworthy happening... I just can't remember it. Ben started a new job last week, so that meant day shifts and odd evening shifts for daddy. Lane spiked a fever and the boys were stuffy from a mild cold. Fun times.

AND

I'm having a terrible time trying to figure out our summer schedule. Slowing down from the constant busy and productivity of our school days is throwing me for a loop. I'll get it eventually. But until then we are READING around the Puckett house. My goal this summer is for my always active, I'd rather play outside boys to learn to LOVE books. Tate will continue on his reading journey, and I hope to get a jump start on K5 and teach Lane to read this summer along with the brothers. Wish me luck.


I have other summer goals as well; becoming reacquainted with my long lost friend is on the top of my list.

My friend makes me a hot, sticky, sweaty mess, and honestly I'd rather not pursue this relationship. however...I must! I think you get the point;)


My niece is graduating from high school this week and I've been on a baking spree preparing a little something special for her party. Check back later this week for pics. It should be fun.

Year in Photos~ Week #22

Summer swim league started this week, and the kids are beyond excited. So is mommy, 'cause the pool is a great way to get out all the energy that seems to be taking over our summer days. Here they are pulling one more stunt before loading in the car to swim.

These four fill my days with crazy, chaos and noise, but I wouldn't have it any other way. Mostly;)

Happy 6th Birthday, Tate!

To celebrate we took a BOY day trip to Cape Charles on the Eastern Shore with our two favorite cousins. We went to pick up Drew, and Lane burst into tears because she did NOT want to play at the beach all day with "stinky boys." Her over dramatic ways paid off; Chani took pity on her and her tear stained cheeks and let little miss stay and hang out with the girls for the afternoon. Oh, the drama!

Our day was filled with collecting treasures, swimming, climbing rocks and a minor foot wound.

{sorry, Buddy} :(

Tate is the best. He always adds a bit of joy, laughter and sunshine to our days. And not only is he six now, he has also just lost his very first tooth. And in our house, when you lose your first tooth, the tooth fairy makes a special guest appearance to congratulate you in person.

We love you Tate-Tate and are so very glad God gave us YOU!

Year in Photos~ Week #21

Memorial Day work party at Uncle Dana and Aunt Molly's house.

They both tell us they are leaving next month, moving ALL the way to Tennessee. With the baby. None of us believe them, but we'll help them get their house market ready in spite of our denial. Reluctantly.


What are we going to do without our Molly and Dana around? Who is going to make all the phone calls for family parties? Who is going to keep Mom and Dad in line?;) Who is going to fact check all the made up information we throw out continuously?  And they are insisting on taking little Zeke with them. Who is going to light up our days with their bright blue eyes, curly hair and toothless grins? *sniff, sniff* Oh, we are going to miss those guys intensely. Good thing they have promised us a plane trip home to visit at least once a month. Right? Right? Before I go and get all sentimental {let's save that for another time, ok}, I'll show you a few more shots of family fun.

{Kali and a slight wardrobe malfunction}

 {Hannah sweeping off the branches left after the storm}

Hope you all are well, my friends.