Smile...it's Friday!!!

E-mail from my beautiful Grammy

Wednesday, November 5, 2008

We waken this morning to the news that in January the USA will have Barak Obama as president. The majority has chosen. God has always allowed people to make choices. He then lets them experience the results of their choices.

In O.T. times the Israelis, Hischosen people, are examples of the cycle of human choices. The USA is one nation, also claiming to be under God. Where are we in this cycle? What can we expect next? Are we on the upward swing, orthe reverse?

Jesus came to earth to be crowned king and to set up His Kingdom. He was rejected of men. He foresaw the results of this rejection, and it caused Him to weep for the sake of the people. His Kingdom was not of this world, not visible to the world. His Kingdom was set up within the hearts of people who crowned Him King in their hearts, and obeyed Him, even while physically still living in the kingdom of this world. The spirit of God within them, is greater than the spirit that is in this world. This is the victory that overcomes the world, even our faith in what Jesus did when He gave His life to pay the penalty of death that we deserve. No matter what the world around us chooses, the believer in Jesus has chosen Jesus as King! Under His blood we are safe. The Israelis leaving the bondage of Egypt were safe, the believers in God in Jerico, were safe from destruction, because of the blood, the scarlet chord. Believe in your heart, confess with your mouth the Lord Jesus Christ, and you shall be safe. Yes, in this world we shall have tribulation, but be of good cheer!

In Jesus, protected by His blood, you are an overcomer.

Trusting Him!
Charlotte

I pledge allegiance to the Flag
of the United States of America,
and to the Republic for which it stands:
one Nation under God, indivisible,
With Liberty and Justice for all.

Simple words with great meaning. As the boys were trick or treating Friday night, Tatum saw a flag on a house and stopped to say the Pledge of Allegiance. I was touched in that moment to hear those words out of his precious mouth. He doesn't fully understand all of it, but he knows it's really important and is something to be honored. I and so many others take those words for granted and unfortunately, many don't realize the beauty of those words and what has made our country great. I'm glad Tatum reminded me as he spoke with innocence and pride.

I hate to be political, but VOTE (if you haven't already). We need to make sure our country is one Nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all.

I'm pretty sure I'm peaching to the choir on this one! :)

Halloween

Here are the pics from tonight. Tatum had a lot of fun trick or treating with his buddy, Wes. We went over to their house for a neighborhood cookout and then the trick or treating fun began. I'll post some more details later, but just too tired tonight. I just wanted to get these pics up for everyone.

Halloween

Fun Run

Tatum's school had their annual fundraiser today and it was a lot of fun! The kids did a great job and were able to raise alot of money for the school. Tatum's class has decided that with the money they receive, they will create a dramatic play area. You know that is right up his alley and he is so excited about it! If we haven't asked already and you want to donate to his school, please let me know! For everyone who already donated, we thank you so much for supporting him and his school.

Please note - it was totally Tatum's choice to wear the sweatband.

Fun Run

FYI - Some of the pictures are blurry, but I just wanted everyone to see how they had it set up. :)

Printing on Scrapblog!!!

As some of you may have noticed, I started using a site, Scrapblog, to create online scrapbooks. They have just announced the ability to print these out! I'm super excited and just wanted to share. Check it out - http://www.scrapblog.com/print/

Interesting Blog

So tonight I decided to hit the 'next blog' button at the top of the page to see what others were blogging about. I came across a few I couldn't read, I few that were about people's travels and misadventures (which I also found interesting) and then this one, http://pen-gwin.blogspot.com/. This guy is working/living in Antarctica for the winter and captures his story here. I'm absolutely intrigued by it. If you have a spare moment and wonder what it would be like to live in darkness for 3 months of the year, you should check it out!

Tatum and Wes met for dinner at Chick-Fil-A on Tuesday. They love hanging out together.

Tatum had some fun with my camera and took some pictures of his friend from school, Wesley.

Wes's eye - such an artistic photographer

Reflections

Tatum's class wrote Cinquain Poems for the PTA Reflections Program. Above is the copy Mrs. Havens sent home. I am so proud of him.

Here is a link to her website with all the childrens' poems. Mrs. Havens' Class - Cinquain Poems


He had to submit an artist statement about his poem and this is what he told Mrs. Davenport. "I think the T-Rex is so kingish. He makes me say wow. He is my favorite dinosaur. He killed other dinosaurs to live. That is so cool and sad."

Family Fun Festival

Tatum's school, Arnold Mill, had a family fun festival on Saturday. The rain held off and we had just enough clouds to have a really enjoyable day! He had a blast and we got to hang out with one of his new best buds from Kindergarten, Wesley. I found out he lives very close to our house so it will be great for play dates!




Here is a link to all the pictures:

Family Fun Festival

WHOO - HOO!!

I PASSED the first section of my CPA test!!

I'm super excited! Now only 3 more to go!!

1st sleepover!

Tatum spent his 1st night away from home at a friends house this past weekend! To say Mike was hesitant is almost understatement of the year!! But I knew he would in good hands with my friend, Tabitha. The boys had a great time! Check her blog for the full story and pics!

Another Scrapblog page

This is so cool!!

1st Day of School

Tatum started school on Monday, August 4th. He absolutely loves it! His teacher, Mrs. Havens, is great and we LOVE her already!

I created a scrapblog of his first day so check it out!

Beach Trip

We went with the Mowen family to Gulf Shores on vacation this past week. I took a ton of photos so I hope they don't bore you to tears! We had a great time and lots of great memories!

Beach Time

Can you believe this?

This is the same kid that was afraid to get into the water when the trip started! What a difference a week can make!!!

Names

Another friend posted this website and I thought it was pretty cool. http://www.babynamewizard.com/voyager Just type in any name and it will tell you when the name has been popular over the last 100 years. Neat Stuff!!