Raybons First Day of School!!

Oh my goodness...this moring Raybon woke up signing SCHOOL!!! We went to visit his school this Saturday, so he knew it was coming time. Last night our Deaf mentor came over and we told him school was tomorrow.He was so excited to go to school. He must of signed school 100 times and when the bus finally came he ran as fast as he could to get on that bus. I am so happy he loves his school ...What a blessing!!!

Some photos of Raybon waiting for his bus and getting on with his bus driver Ella. It was so cute..they were so happy to see each other!!!! Enjoy

Having Fun!!

Today Raybon wanted to wear these big black glasses all day. He was so cute even at bedtime he was still wanting his glasses on..so I decided to take some pictures.Of course the girls had to get in on the fun!!

My brother George and his son Nicky come to visit!!

Thank you sooo much George and Nicky for coming to see all of us. I loved seeing both of you!!

I had so much fun. I miss you sooo much!!!

Fun In The Sun--Orange Beach 2010

Every year we go to Orange Beach with Mikes family and spend time just catching up. This year we thought hard about it because of the Oil but decided to go anyway. We had a blast!!! Michelle Tuffs along with her children came to have fun and what a great surprise.

I feel so lucky and blessed to have such a wonderful family and great friends!!! Thank you Bennett and Connie for a wonderful time!!!! Thank you Michelle for coming all the way to the beach to spend a few days with us

Madison's Chinese dance photos

Well, awhile ago Madison was in a dance show..just now posting photos. She is in a new one this Sunday..thought I better post the last one before she is in a new one.

Good Times and Hard Times

Well,this weekend has been a rollar-coaster o events.

Friday was an amazing day!!! We were able to spend the day with one of my dearest friends in the world!! Michelle Nicholson with her two little ones..Ellie and Emma.We did as much as we could fit into one afternoon. The kids swam,played with toys,rode bikes, ate and played on the computer.Michelle even helped Raybon and Hannah swim!!! So much fun!!!

Saturday we had our one year follow-up with our adoption agency. I can't believe we have had Raybon for a year!!!

Sunday we had Lisa Collis come over for our bi-monthy visit. Lisa comes and spends about 2 hours with us. Lisa is deaf and is out mentor. She is precious!!! We love her so much and she has helped our whole family become a signing family.What would we do without her?

Well, this Sunday we played outside and the kids had so much fun!!!

On a sad note...Michaels Grandma died Sunday. She was in alot of pain..so as we miss her we also rejoice for her as she will no longer be in pain. We will miss her greatly.

summers here

I didn't want to forget my beautiful daughter Leah...still can't believe shes 17!!!

Brandon is away..I'll have to catch him later.