I Can Ride My Bike!

Herm really looks forward to Jacob's visits. I look forward to them too, but Herm can hardly wait for him to arrive. The man loves him with giant love, and they do boy things together.

As usual, the girls went to lunch, and then a little shopping was in order for Mamaw. Victoria's Secret is a religious experience for her. She was fitted for a new undergarment. Mom got a few new things also. Why not? She was there and there were things to be bought. What else can a girl do?

While we were gone, Jacob and Herm caught a big fish and lots of minnows, and two blue crabs that were hard shells. I think the minnow trap that we got Jacob for his birthday was a good investment. It has already paid for itself in fun. Mr. M. got into the act too, getting Herm to bring his tackle box upstairs, he shared some of his tackle with Jacob.

Jacob had a big surprise for us. He brought his bike with him, and showed us how well he could ride it. He was fantastic. Look out Lance Armstrong!

It was another great, fun filled day. They had to leave before five because Jacob goes to kindergarten now. He has to go to bed early so he can get up early in the morning to catch the big, yellow bus and ride three blocks to his school.

Herman told me that Jacob said, "Herman, I think this is the best day ever. We caught a big fish and two crabs.

We love you, Jacob!

Jacob's Trip To Avon

Jacob and his mom vacationed in Avon this summer with some great buddies - Ellie and Lindsay. They had a few ups and down. One bloody incident and scattered illnesses plagued this intrepid group, but they still managed to enjoy the Outer Banks. I have more photos but they're still on my other computer. When I get them, I'll post them here.

The Man!
Ellie, just after shooting the curl.

I love this angel-faced photo. If you look closely, you can almost see the horns.

Sweet Ellie hydrates after a long day of hanging ten.

The Nickel Birthday

Look who's turning five today. Happy birthday, Jacob, and many more. You're the best.

Jacob and Herman Go Fishing

Jacob and his mom and mamaw came for a visit on Sunday. They brought cup cakes, a beautiful hanging basket, and cards for me. It was my birthday celebration. Jacob and Herm stayed here and did a little fishing and swinging while Patsy, Bek, and I went to lunch at Outback.

If you'll indulge me, I'll wax philosophical for just an second. I once had a friend who told me that life is very hard and gets harder as we get older. She said that the trick is to recognize joy when it arrives and take note of it. It's a simple principle and can change your life if you let it. Jacob brings joy to us - simple as that.

Gone Fishin'
Teamwork

A Man Recreatin'
The Catch

Time To Return Them To Their Mommies
A Little Help From A Friend

In Need Of A Bath


Kisses For My Favorite Girl

This is what you will look like if you drink lots of bottled water.
A Swing That Needs A Boy
Two Happy Spuds
Purple Passion ~ 'Nuff Said

Pingu Goes Fishing

Bek and Donna'sTrip To Turks and Caicos

Bek took a business trip to Turks and Caicos a few weeks ago. Her trusty buddy, Donna, accompanied her. Wonderful photos follow.
The following falls under the heading of, "Let me think. Could I really enjoy myself in a place like this?" Duh!Does this look like a fun place, or what? More importantly, do these look like a couple of fun girls, or what?
Just sit right back and you'll hear a tale,
A tale of a fateful trip
That started from this tropic port
Aboard this tiny ship.
(These ill fated souls are attempting, in vain, to get the attention of a rescue helicopter.)
You must admit, the guy in the baseball cap, tan shirt, and green shorts is way too cool for the rest of this group.

Two bathing beauties!
And the sun sets on a beautiful trip, and Donna in her grownup dress.









Herman and I decided to fly down to join them for the last couple of days. As you can see, the beaches were beautiful. Thanks for inviting us, guys. We made some great memories, didn't we? Memories that will roam the corners of my mind forever and ever.

Bek and Jacob's Snowshoe Trip

I have no names for these lovely little girls. I know Patsy gave them to me while we were talking on the phone. Herman wrote them down, but now we can't find the obscure scrap of paper on which he wrote them. Bek or Patsy, please, leave the info. in the comment option. Thanks. I think the mommy is Amy and one of the little girls is Emma. Just a guess.

Arrival!
We're staying here.The view!The lodge?We're posing now, in our snowsuits, to demonstrate how cute we really are, and that we're ready for SNOW.
Don't mind me. I think I'll just lie here for awhile.Ready for fun!This picture is the definition of precious. Could it be any cuter? NO!



Two pretty girls about to hit the slopes.
Two even prettier girls about to hit the slopes. Which one is in pink and which one is in blue? Somebody tell me.
Two pretty girls at the end of a long day on the slopes, looking for men. Where are the kids, you may well ask? They drugged them and left them snoozing, unattended, in the cabin while they lasciviously trolled the lodge. You have to admit, they are extra-special cute in this photo.

Mom and The Man (my personal favorite)