Saturday, August 16, 2008

Fun at Mimi and Paw Paw's House

Luke playing at the park...trying not to "fall into the alligators."

Concentrating really hard.

The kids pretending to go to bed. The little girl in the green shirt is Madison, my brother and sister-in-law's little girl.

Faith, Madison, Hannah, and Luke...and Faith is not chubby like this in real life. :-)



The kids and I went to my parent's house for a few days so Tyron could have a little rest before school starts. We had such a good time. We went to the park, played outside, played with Cousin Madison, and played with all the animals.

Sunday, August 3, 2008

No Pictures, Just Words...

I know, I know...the blog as been a little neglected as of late. I have to say that it is mostly because it has been a crazy last month. Here's a little update on the Lee family:

1. Our house is still on the market. I have also learned a lot about myself and my walk with the Lord in the 40 days. I have learned that I trust the Lord with my kids and my husband, but that my trust is lacking when it comes to situational things. Weird, I know. A friend of mine from church who is a very wise 45ish woman who I admire said something to me that pretty much stopped me in my tracks. This is what she said, "Melanie, you have to be happy where God is, and God is where He has you right now." That means that I have to stop obsessing about the house selling and enjoy today for where God has me. God is sitting with me as I write this blog entry. I know that. I am grateful for that. I LOVE that. I know that he spoke to me through Teresa today. What a loving God! He knows me well enough to speak to me through a friend and tell me exactly what I needed to hear. I am humbled and appreciative beyond words. I am encouraged and strengthened in my life. God LOVES me and knows me well.

2. Tyron started football this past week. What an adjustment!! We have been really spoiled with Tyron only coaching basketball these past few years. We are all really excited about this football season though. Farmersville High School won the 2A State Championship last year, so it's going to be fun to watch them in their first year as a 3A school.

3. The kids are doing great! Luke is officially a little kid now. It's hilarious. He will talk your ear completely off, and he has started saying big kid phrases. For example, Luke says stuff like this: "Hey guys! Wait up for me!!" and "Me three!" So fun. He is the kindest and most tender hearted little boy in the world. Faith...where do I start? She is doing a million new things. She talks almost as much as Luke, but she is a very shy child. If she doesn't know you well, she probably won't say 2 words to you. She is now potty trained! Yea!! And she thinks that all babies belong to us. She is just a little momma at heart! Faith is sweet and mischievous. And NEVER stops moving. Then there's Hannah. Hannah has changed so much in the past couple of weeks. She is sitting up all by herself! Hannah can also already stand up by herself as long as she has something to hold onto. She eats oatmeal, and she drinks from a sippy cup (only water of course!). She has also started babbling already...her favorite thing to "say" is ma ma ma. As you can probably guess, I am not sad about that. Hannah is so sweet and is getting so big. It's hard to believe that our last baby is already 5 months old. We are cherishing every last squishy moment.

One last thing. We would love it if you could pray for us. We really want to impact the kids that Tyron will be coaching as well as the other coaches Tyron will be working with. Please also pray that the Lord will help us cultivate new relationships with the people in Farmersville. All to the glory of His Kingdom. All prayers are appreciated!

Friday, July 25, 2008

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Wednesday, July 9, 2008

Swimming!!!

Luke, Faith, and Hannah...Hannah is not about to drown by the way. She is just that little in her floatie!
Hannah loves the pool. She actually cried when it was time to get out. Should have known...she has always LOVED bathtime!

Luke and Faith. Best friends. What else can I say?

Beautiful, sweet Faith.

Handsome Luke. He looks so old!!!

Luke loves his arm floaties!

Seriously Mom! Can't you see I'm busy here?


It's been so hot here that all we do these days is swim. My kids love it. We have gone every day this week except today (which was spent at the splash park). It's so nice to get out of the house and enjoy Summer...even if it feels like it's 400 degrees outside. The pool is about the only way to play outside and have a good time...the proof is in the pictures.

Lee Family Reunion - July 4th

Katherine and Toby (MaKayla's birthday kitty).

Luke playing "pool ball."

The early morning group...Faith and Kyler. Unless you had kids under the age of 13, you got to sleep in past 8:00 - not that we are jealous or anything!

Hannah and Gammy. Gammy is Hannah's great-grandma. We LOVE her!

Erica and Faith. Somehow, Faith always migrates to Erica. I have the best picture of these two at Faith's first birthday party. So sweet!

Left to right: Kara, Jolinda, Gammy, Hannah, and Kristen.

MaKayla making 4th of July cupcakes.

"MaKayla's Masterpieces"

Kyler about to do some sparklers.

Kara and Gammy

All the kids (big and small) doing sparklers.


Me and my man...and yes, he has on a clip-on glow stick ear ring.

We had such a good time in San Antonio this year. It's always fun to see every one and relax. There is always good food, plenty of stuff to do, and lots of people to catch up with. Can't wait for next year! Love you guys!