In our home we have a lot of Christmas traditions. For example the first Christmas decoration to be displayed is our Christmas Nativity, and we tell the story of the birth of Jesus as it is unwrapped and set up. We bake Christmas cookies together and go to Christmas Eve Service just to name a few. (more…)
Family
The Lloyd family consist of David, Donna, Caleb and Madilyn. We are just like any other family and are trying to make the most of our lives. The post found within this section are about our everyday life from my point of view and maybe an occasional musing from David.
Christmas Traditions- A new one
Monday, December 3rd, 2012Our Christmas Nativity Tradition
Sunday, December 2nd, 2012
This will be a sign to you: You will find a baby wrapped in cloths and lying in a manger” ~ Luke 2:12
Each Christmas season the very first Christmas decoration to be displayed is our Nativity set. When Caleb was 5 he dropped one of the kings and his hand broke off. (more…)
Not just another pretty face….
Thursday, November 29th, 2012
My son is not just another pretty face, he is smart too. We are so very proud to officially announce that Caleb has made it through the first two rounds of the Georgia Governor’s Honor Program (GHP). He was successful in competing and placing at the local school and county level. (more…)
Sending sick kids to school…
Wednesday, November 28th, 2012
In 16 years of being a parent I have NEVER once sent one of my children to school sick. I respect the rules, parents, teachers, and children they come into contact with to much to expose them to possible sickness. As a school teacher I have found that parents feel that it is perfectly acceptable to send their sick kids to school. (more…)
Letterman Jacket
Tuesday, November 27th, 2012
My baby boy is growing up. Earlier this semester he got his class ring and now he has received his Letterman jacket. He was actually awarded his letter at the end of the year Drama banquet. (more…)
Thankfulness….
Tuesday, November 20th, 2012
If a fellow isn’t thankful for what he’s got, he isn’t likely to be thankful for what he’s going to get. -Frank A. Clark
Well another Thanksgiving has come and gone and we are now headed full force into the Christmas Season. (more…)
Day 21- Comforts of Home
Tuesday, November 20th, 2012
Home is a shelter from storms – all sorts of storms. ~William J. Bennett
Today I am thankful for my home and the comfort it provides. I am thankful that my family has a comfortable safe place to live and grow. I am thankful that we don’t just survive, we are comfortable. (more…)
Day 20- Parents and In-laws ….
Tuesday, November 20th, 2012
Feb. of 2012 marked 43 years of marriage.
July 2012 marked 47 years of marriage
A happy marriage is a long conversation which always seems too short. ~Andre Maurois
Today I am thankful for the marriages of my parents and my in-laws. David and I are fortunate to have parents who are still married and still love each other. (more…)
Day 19- Family Time
Monday, November 19th, 2012
I don’t care how poor a man is; if he has family, he’s rich. ~Dan Wilcox and Thad Mumford, “Identity Crisis,” M*A*S*H
Today I am thankful for family time. I love spending time with my family. I am thankful that I get to spend most every weekend with my husband and kids. (more…)
Day 18- Sisters
Sunday, November 18th, 2012
Having a sister is like having a best friend you can’t get rid of. You know whatever you do, they’ll still be there. ~Amy Li
Today I am thankful for my sisters. At times growing up I wished I was an only child. (more…)