First Haircut!

While in Auburn, Caroline had her first haircut!

Austin Kieff had a haircut, too!

Funtabulous Weekend

Saturday, October 1, the kids and I loaded up to go to Auburn for the weekend.  We made a pit stop to tell David goodbye (he was working the wells that weekend).  The kiddos were super excited to spend some time with Uncle Grady, Aunt Mary Margaret, Jacob and Lily.  Austin Kieff said on the way up he hoped we went to a park.  There are several amazing parks within just a few minutes of Grady and Mary Margaret's  house.  We visited two of them!

We stopped at Hardees in Montgomery for a biscuit. It was here that I realized I had left my debit card in my other purse...a purse that was sitting on the dining room table at home! No to be deterred, we pressed onward and hoped to make it to Auburn BEFORE the bank closed!! If that was not bad enough, we were ran off the road by an 18-wheeler. My nerves had about had all they could handle by the time we made it to Auburn!!


I could not unbuckle Caroline fast enough when we pulled up at or destination. Austin Kieff had unbuckled himself and was out of the car before I had my seat belt off! I am not sure who was more excited Austin Kieff and Caroline or Jacob and Lily! They all had so much fun playing together. The boys sparred, everyone raced the plasma cars, the girls played with dolls and everyone enjoyed the parks! Saturday evening Austin Kieff accompanied Jacob to Parents' Night Out at his Karate center. They played, climbed the rock wall, watched Karate Kid and ate pizza. Austin Kieff had an amazing time. The rest of us enjoyed dinner at a Japanese restaurant. The chef was very entertaining as he prepared our meal on the tepanyaki grill. The sushi was fabulous as was the rest of our meal. I think everyone had a great time Saturday night...we just wished David could have joined us!

Here are a few pictures from the weekend:

Do they look tough or what?

Aunt Mary Margaret opens up a Dora pop for Caroline

Wouldn't you love to have something from this truck?

Sliding!

Here I come!

Upside down?

And  the race is on!

This little one LOVEs her Uncle Grady

and her Aunt Mary Margaret!

Rolling down the hillside

The boys

I can do this!

I can if he can!

Beautiful Lily

Inspiration

in·spi·ra·tion noun \ˌin(t)-spə-ˈrā-shən, -(ˌ)spi-\



Definition of INSPIRATION


1     a : a divine influence or action on a person believed to qualify him or her to receive and communicate 
       sacred revelation
       b: the action or power of moving the intellect or emotions
       c : the act of influencing or suggesting opinions


2     : the act of drawing in; specifically : the drawing of air into the lungs


3     a : the quality or state of being inspired b : something that is inspired
       inspiration>


4     : an inspiring agent or influence


— in·spi·ra·tion·al \-shnəl, -shə-nəl\ adjective


— in·spi·ra·tion·al·ly adverb

So, an INSPIRATION, do you have one?  I do.  Several.  But this month, I have one who comes to mind first and foremost.  She is simply stated amazing. 

A few words to describe her as a person:

Christian

Wife

Mother

Daughter

Friend

A few words to describe the type person she is:

Loving

Loyal

Devoted

Strong

Fearless

Trustworthy

Honest

Amazing

Inspiring

Virtuous (as in Proverbs)

There are so many more words I could use to describe this inspirational young woman.  She is truly phenomenal.  I watched her experience and conquer a life threatening and truly life changing situation.  I watched her allow the Lord to give her peace, to calm her fears, to surround her in His grace as she fought a battle.  I watched from afar as she exhibited strength beyond measure.  I watched as she calmed the fears of those around her.  I watched her truly trust in God's will for her life.  I watched her transform into an even better woman than she already was...a feat I did not think possible.  I watched her SURVIVE.

So for those of you suffering, for those of you who think you cannot go on another day, for those of you who are lost and  looking for a peace that only God can give you, for those of you who are floundering trying to keep up with all the world says you should have instead of what you truly need...take a look at this young woman.  Take note that her daily walk with the Lord has transformed so many of us around her who have the privilege of being a part of her family.  Take note that you can  have the same strength, the same peace that she has by trusting in Christ as your Savior.  Take note as I celebrate the amazing life of my sister, my friend, my inspiration:

Mary Margaret Jacobs Williams

Childhood Cancer Survivor

Breast Cancer Survivor

CHILD OF GOD

My wonderful brother, Mary Margaret and their beautiful children

Jacob and Lily

Two of Mary Margaret's inspirations

October is Breast Cancer Awareness month. 

Who do you PINK for?



Bama Football!

Game two for the Jordan Family was the  Alabama/Arkansas game.  We had a great time before  and during the game!  We started the morning off with Chik-fil-a...Yummy!!  We met my Uncle and Aunt before the game for a quick visit.  We cheered. We enjoyed stadium food.  And, we WON!  Roll Tide!

Here are a few pictures from Saturday:

On the way

Cute details

Finally, we have arrived and are parked!

Cute Couple!

Walking into the stadium

Big Al!

TIDE!