Dedication

Last Sunday we had Emmett's dedication service. We felt so encouraged to be surrounded by our families as we took a vow to raise Emmett to know the Lord. Ross was honored to perform this special ceremony.

What an unspeakable privilege and responsibility with which we have been entrusted. Close and Loosely (W. Ross Kilpatrick)

I’ll hold you close, son, and loosely,
So that one day you’ll surely know

That though I long to hold you near
I’ll give you room to grow.

I will hold you close by my side
As you learn to take life’s steps

As you reach out into this great big world
As you explore its heights and depths

I will hold you close and teach you, son,
So that one day you will discover

Why I brought you up to fear the Lord
And to honor me and your mother

I will hold you close and emulate
The Christian life that Scripture teaches

So that you might see the Son in me
And give your heart one day to Jesus

But…I will hold you loosely son
Because you’re a gift from Heaven

That you might trust the Lord with all of your heart
And lean not on your own understanding

I will hold you loosely in my arms
For there is a plan to accomplish

I will prepare you for the journey ahead
By teaching you to follow the Word—God’s compass

I will hold you loosely in my heart
Because one day I surely know

You’ll grow up to be a man
And I’ll have to let you go.

So, son, I will hold you close…and loosely
Through both clear and stormy weather

So that through the years you’ll always know
That you’re daddy’s little treasure.

Grammy & PawpawMawmaw & PawpawNana & Poca DocMeme & PapaMeme, Papa, Erica, Kara, & KayleeTrevorAunt Jennifer (She sang during the service.)Ellie Kate & Kaylee
They love each other.

We would like to thank all of our family members who have shown us so much support. We love you all.

Style...

She's got her own! This is EK's recent outfit. We were walking over to the church for a Saturday event so it was a perfect opportunity to get all dressed up.

Take note:
When still wearing polka dotted pajama pants, it is only appropriate to wear shoes with the same pattern.
If you do not feel like fixing your hair, simply throw on your pink Easter hat.
Always wear jewelry.
No outfit is complete without a tutu.


Admittedly I love EK's ensembles. It tickles me to see her clomping around in her plastic high heels decked out in ALL of her jewelry. That's my Priss for you. She is her mother's daughter.

Nursing Home Visit

Our church gave the residents at the local nursing home with March birthdays a party complete with presents and cake.This is EK arriving with Mrs. Joanne and Mrs. Jeanette. She asked,"Are we gone tell dem about Jesus?" This is EK sitting with Mrs. Jeanette. In the past she has told me that, "hers my granmudder."

Here are Emmett and EK upon arrival. EK walking around.A picture with one of the residents. EK was not shy. She would ask each one,"what's you name?"

This lady was about to take EK for a ride on her motorized wheelchair until I stepped in.

Taking time out for refreshments.

Emmett visited with some ladies while EK mingled.

The fact on things...

This is just how Bunny feels.
Don't hate the chihuahua.

Beautiful

I wanted to share another one of my husband's poems.

What it will Cost by W.Ross Kilpatrick

An angel in Heaven asked Jesus one day,
"You'll redeem the world in what way?
By war, by wealth, by power, by fame,
by persuasion, gifts, treasures, or gain?"

And Jesus replied in calm of voice,
"Why, the Father's will is my only choice.
By thorn, by nail, by spear, by cross,
Not from that I will gain, but from what it will cost!"

And a rich man asked Jesus one day,
"What must I do to follow your way?
Be good, do right, and keep the law.
I've done all these since I was but small!

Good standing with God I'll always retain,
With all that I've done to earn such a gain!"

Yet Jesus replied,
"Consider all you have as lost,
Ask not what you've gained,
but what it will cost."

And then I asked Jesus one day,
"Will thou, Oh Lord, my soul save?
Forgive me from sin and save me from hell,
Make me a conqueror and let me prevail?"

Yet Jesus replied, "Take up your cross
Count all as lost
Ask not what you'll gain
But what it will cost!"

Poor bug.

Since I don't have a picture, you'll have to make do with my description. As I was cleaning in the garage this week, EK played in the driveway with some chalk and her tricycle. She still had on her pajamas from the night before. She was wearing her pink crocs with her hair in a Cindy Lu Who do on top of her head. To complete her outfit, she was wearing a pink tutu. She was quite content collecting rocks and flowers. She told me that "Buttchler make me busy", which means that she was bossing around our boxer, Butler.
She then showed me a beetle wiggling around on its back. I went back to work in the garage. EK came over and told me, "I stomp dat bug wiv my weg. I broked(t) him. That was not nice."
Poor bug. He had the misfortune of crossing paths with a bossy, tutu wearing toddler. She can be fierce.

Date Day

Ross and EK had another date. It melts my heart to see them having this precious time together. Priss was beyond excited! Bunny wanted to take time for a photo.

After putting on the appropriate shirt, she was ready to go.

First stop was to pay the water bill. EK got to hold a baby squirrel. She even named it Elliot. Did I just hear some sighs of relief since my child isn't snake handling?

Then off to Chick-fil-A. Here she comes down the slide.
Now she's rocking on the rocking cow.

Then they stopped by a pet shop. EK is looking at the mice.

A quick pic with Daddy at AK's Coffee. The plan was to eat cake, but EK decided on some ice cream.

Daddy must have said something funny.

Little Man spent some time with Mommy, but greeted Daddy with smiles when he returned home.

I could never grow tired of posting pictures of Ross and the babies. He is a tremendous daddy. He has such a busy schedule, but always seems to make time for each of us.

Worthwhile

I know in the past I have drawn attention to my husband's devotional blog, The Still. I would once again like to direct you to his most recent posting. This week's post was different than any I've ever read. It is a wonderful, God-focused perspective that gave me much to mull over and keep. My husband grew up in the small town of Samson where an unspeakable tragedy took place last week. He makes mention of this tragedy in his devotional.

I know it will be a blessing to all who take the time to read it.

Rub-a-Dub-Dub...

My two babies in the tub!

Emmett LOVES to get a bath. He was very impatient the other night while EK was in the tub so I decided it was time for him to go ahead and get in.

**Notice that he always keeps an eye on her.

The Flying Boxer

At first he asks nicely to play. She lets him know that she is better than him.

Then he decides to show off his mad flying skills.

How can she resist?

She's got to be impressed.

Be glad that you cannot hear what Bunny is saying in this one.

Her ears are pointed back...chihuahuas usually attack at this point.

He just won't give up.

Okay, people.

So I have gone back and edited the former post that showed "dat durdy cat". This would be the post entitled "Thanks, Butler." Instead, upon doing a little research, I discovered that before 'dat durdy cat' found its way to our doorstep, it was a successful chef. I hope this makes everyone happy especially Robyn:)

She 'wuvs' her Daddy!

Two things that EK loves...her Daddy and playing outside. She was tickled to play outside with her Daddy this past week.

Just some of her daily chores...

Ellie Kate loves to help Paca Doc feed his cows. You can be assured that she is all business. My Dad told me that EK often picks up a small stick and says, "I gone beat dat cow." Heifers beware.














One has to wonder how he manages when she isn't there.

The Blizzard of '09

It is so crazy to me that these are pictures of the same area where we played just four days earlier.

Thought this one was beautiful.

So pretty.