Quality or Quantity?

Baking today was lots of fun for me and Andrew. I cooked a cake in a 9x13 pan and let it cool on the counter. Well, I was doing something in my living room and dear Andrew got a spatula and began eating my warm cake. Sooo, it was a mess. So I put the icing on and me and Andrew had an indoor picnic/tea party. It still damp out from yesterdays rain and we had to stay in. Andrew had good ole sweet tea and I had Earl Grey. We even drank and ate off of my Blue Willow China. Andrew too. He had a great time and though it was very special. Of course, it really was. Due to chocolate icing all over us, no pictures were taken. Then we had to take our horse to the dentist, yes the dentist!!!

As a child, I remember the best times with my parents were when they went out of their way and made things just a bit more exciting. Nothing too much, just to show they wanted to be with me. That is all children want. One on one time, quality and quantity. They need you to look into their eyes, to know you think they are special. No one else can fulfill this need.

Andrew's Birthday

This is my precious, smartest, angelic 2 year old, Andrew. This picture is him at his birthday party in May. He LOVES LOVES LOVES tractors so that was how we decorated for his party. He is all boy and all cowboy/farmer. What can I say, we are all country. I don't know about you, but I think children have a much happier party when things are kept simple. We invited our family and many of Andrew's little cousins--Jenna, Ethan, Taylor, Amber, Jasmine, and Hunter! They had a blast riding in Andrew's new Gator from Grandmama & Granddaddy (my parents). By the time we ate cake, Andrew was a bit tired. My new goal for next year is to make Andrew's cake. I used to love bakery cakes, but the more we eat them the more I realize homemade not only tastes better, but has a lot more love involved. Soooo, I will start practicing soon, because I am not a baker, I just love to "throw" stuff together in a skillet and make casseroles. Andrew is worth anything, even trying to bake.

A New Beginning

Welcome back to my blog. My my how things have changed since last year. But, needless to say, I am back. I am getting ready for my state horse show so things are going to be a bit hectic until then, but I am ready. As you can see from my new blog title, contentment is the theme of my everyday life. Without it, life isn't special. I am continually amazed that when you allow God to work in your life, he gives you a peace that truly surpasses understanding. In saying this, feel free to comment advise, prayer requests, or whatever is on your heart.