Tuesday Randomness

Here are some random pictures of our reunion from this past weekend. I hope you enjoy!

Jackson in the inflatable kid trap at the picnic on Saturday

He quickly learned to love this thing!

We had to get out when the big kids got in. I thought they were going to run him over. He didn't seem to mind though!

Laughing his little head off!

Leslie, Mike, T.R., Kasey, Me, and Jeremy at the reunion

(All Glynwood folks!)

Jennifer, Me, and Heather

This is how the bar looked the entire evening!

Leslie from church. She only has a few more weeks before Maddie arrives!

Lindsey and Jason Canada

Leigh Ann, Leslie, me, and Heather

Jackson before church

Me and Little Man

Jeremy is also really proud that Jackson can now identify Tiger Woods on sight. It is hilarious. After watching the U.S. Open all weekend, Jackson got really good at saying Tiger Woods' name, and we are working on what Tiger Woods' says (YESSSS with a fist pump in case you were curious). This is in comparision to what a Tiger says (GGGRRRR). Jeremy can't wait to take Jackson out golfing with him, and I would imagine that they both will really enjoy golf together. Jackson already knows the words golf, golfball, and club, and he can even throw his club when he gets mad :)

Happy Father's Day

I wanted to wish Jeremy, my Dad (Ta-ta), and my FIL, Buddy (Papa) a wonderful Father's day. You are amazing men, and we are so lucky that we have you in our lives. Thanks for being such a wonderful Christian example. We love you!!!

10 whole years!!!

Well, well, well. I had my ten year reunion this past weekend, and I really can’t believe that it’s been ten whole years already. The reunion was fun getting to catch up with people from high school that I haven’t seen in years.

It was also fun seeing what prom would have been like had liquor been sold.

The reunion started Friday night with a baseball game at our local AA stadium, which Jeremy and I left at the bottom of the 7th inning because it was a rather boring game. Seriously, 7 innings, and no one had scored. I’m ADD enough when it comes to baseball games, so I just couldn’t take much more of it. Luckily, the weather was breezy and not too hot, so it was a fun evening.

Saturday we met at the local park for a picnic with classmates and their families. Jackson had a blast even though it was so stinking hot outside. I swear kids are impervious to things like heat, meanwhile, I’m about to melt. He got to get into one of those big inflatable kid traps, and he loved every second of it! Saturday night was the last part of the reunion and it was held at our Robert Trent Jones Clubhouse. It was pouring when we got there, so it was a challenge to get inside without getting soaked, but I’m not gonna complain, because we really needed the rain. They had a DJ there, good food, and nice company. I was kinda surprised at how much people looked the same.

All in all, it was a wonderful weekend, and I had a had a great time catching up with old friends. Make sure that you check out the Ennis family (Jennifer from high school) and the Canada family (Lindsey, also from high school). When I saw both of them it was like I had been keeping track of them forever simply because I follow their blogs. I felt the same way about a bunch of other classmates because of the worlds of Myspace and Facebook. Isn’t technology great! I can only imagine where we will all be in 10 more years….

It's Your Lucky Day! Free Advice Friday and a Meme all in one day!!

Free Advice Friday

The Rules of Flip Flops!

I love flip flops in the summer. I have about 15 pairs of Old Navy in just about every color you can think of. You can't have too many 2 for $5 shoes in my opinion. Here are my basic rules for flip flopping in the summer. They are pretty simple, but pay close attention.

1. Under no circumstance do you wear flip flops with socks. Never. Under. Any. Circumstance.

2. Keep your nails trimmed and polished. It doesn't take much effort. Really. This does pertain to guys too, minus the polish part.

3. This was brought to my attention as the pet peeve of one of my friends. Pay close attention. If your feet are a tad too big for your flip flops, and they tend to "sausage" over your shoes, you may not need to be wearing foot exposing shoes. Either that, or buy bigger shoes. I hate to hurt feelings out there in blog world, but it is just a basic fashion no-no.

4. Do not ever say anything about feet to the pregnant lady you see wearing flip flops anywhere in public, even if you deem it a not-appropriate place to wear flip flops. Chances are she is wearing them because nothing else will slide on anymore. She really doesn't need attention drawn to her swelling lower limbs. She is fully aware of them. Thanks!

5. That being said, if you get the chance to meet the President at the White House, don't wear flip flops during your photo op. It just doesn't look real classy.

With those basic rules, you should be well on your way to enjoying flip flops this summer. If you have any questions about the rules, please email me at auflag@yahoo.com and I would be happy to clarify.

Now on to today's Meme!

What is the worst meal you ever had?

I have to give the honor to one of my Dad's creations on this one. He read on the back of a package of rice about some Orange Juice Rice combination. Yes, you read that correctly. Orange juice and rice. It was a disaster, and we have yet to let him live it down.

Name one place you could vacation every year?
The beach and the mountains. I love them both.

5 things that drive you crazy?
1. Jackson has been really whiney for the last 2 days. It gets old fast. He knows his words...
2. People talking during the movies. Or making out during the movies. Believe it or not I didn't pay $10 to hear your conversation. I am so that person that will turn around and ask them to shut their trap. Nicely of course. Sometimes.
3. When a cashier says, "I'll take the next customer in isle 2!" and the nice person behind you jumps over there and gets in line first. RUDE!
4. When I am filling my car up at the gas station, and I pay at the pump, and then I have to walk inside to get my receipt because the person who works at the gas station is too lazy to walk outside and refill the tape register. Ugh. I have gotten a touch ugly about this one before.
5. The fact that gas station pumps now cut off at $50 when you are filling up. I know it is a credit card/debit card issue, but seriously folks, $50 doesn't even come close these days. Get with it!

Name 3 people from your past that make you stop and think, “Hey, I wonder what ever happened to…”
I'm gonna decline on this one. I try not to question the past too much for obvious reasons. Let's just move on.

Kids' TV show you might actually enjoy more than your kids do?
Hi-5 on TLC, and Ready, Set, Learn on TLC, My Little Ponies, & Care Bears.

5 Worst movies you’ve ever seen?
1. Old Yeller (no explanation needed)
2. It's a Wonderful Life
3. Groundhog Day (I saw it in the theater and I seriously thought I was going to come unglued)
4. My Best Friend's Wedding. The ending just ruined that movie for me.
5. Any Star Wars or Star Trek movie. Hate if you want, but they are just not for me.

Most under-rated TV show you watch regularly?
Jon and Kate + 8

Most popular TV show you never watch? Grey’s Anatomy. I feel totally out of it, but it seems too late to start watching now.

Celebrity whose looks you’d like to have?
Jennifer Anniston, Reese Witherspoon, Julia Roberts

Celeb you can’t stand?
Brad Pitt and that homewrecker Angelina Jolie, Kathy Griffin, and Tom Cruise

What did you do today?
Sent resumes out for my work, get other random work done, and check my email obsessively.

Who are you tagging?
Miranda, Heather, Staci, Leigh, and Ashley, and whoever else wants to play!! Just let me know when you do.

Have a great weekend, and I'm sure I'll have at least one fun tale from my 10 year reunion to share with you next week. Bye ya'll!!!

Chief Little Bigfoot

Meet the newest member of the Gibson family!!! Kellyn and Jason got their first dog together, a Bassett hound puppy, Chief Little Bigfoot, or Chief for short. Isn't he a cutie!!! He is so tiny right now, but Kellyn is doing her best to fatten him up. He is such a sweet dog, that Macy didn't even mind him that much. That's saying alot!

Check out those ears!

Isn't he cute!

Macy and Chief meeting for the first time.

Macy was probably just relieved that he wasn't staying with us like Jackson has!

More than you could possibly want to know...

What was I doing 10 years ago?
Way back in 1998 I was about to graduate from high school. I was 17 years old, and heading to Auburn University. In fact, I graduated 10 years ago tomorrow, and our reunion is this weekend. I can't believe that I'm that old...

5 Nonimportant things/habits/quirks
1. I try my best to never step on cracks on the ground. I can't be held responsible for breaking my mother's back.
2. I like some numbers more than others. It sounds so strange, so let me explain. I like all even numbers, and 5's are fine, but I don't like numbers that end in 1, 3, 7, or 9. That includes 11, 13, 17, 19, 21, 23, 27, 29, and for some reason, 31 is okay with me.
3. I am obsessed with things being symmetrical.
4. I am a self proclaimed blog stalker. I just link and link and if I find something interesting I always read for awhile before I comment though. I don't want people thinking I'm strange or anything like that.
5. Jeremy says I talk really fast. My family can understand me just fine though. I think Jeremy just can't listen fast enough....

5 Things I would do if I were a billionaire
1. After tithing 10%, I would pay off all our "debt." We don't have much, but I would have it gone first.
2. Put aside mucho amounts of money for Jackson (and future child's) education.
3. Travel to Africa for a safari, then to Australia.
4. Give lots of money away to our families.
5. Donate lots of money to charities of all kinds.

5 Foods I enjoy
1. Spaghetti
2. Fried Eggplant
3. Cheeseburgers
4. Homemade Onion Rings (have to be Vidalia battered in buttermilk)
5. Chicken Teriyaki

5 Places I have lived
1. My parent's house
2. My campus apartment
3. Mine and Jeremy's apartment
4. My house
5. That's it

And I'm tagging the first five people who want to do this. Be sure to let me know so I can enjoy all your bloggy goodness.

Mr. and Mrs. Adam Charles Knight

So the vows have been said, the rings exchanged, tons of food were eaten, and the bride and groom are now on their way to Mexico!! Amy and Adam are officially hitched!!! The entire weekend was wonderful. I went to Amy's lingerie shower (which was hilariously embarassing for the bride) on Thursday night. Friday we ran errands in the morning, and then headed to a wonderful Bridesmaid luncheon, and then Friday afternoon was the rehearsal and dinner. Everything was great!!! We are exhausted today, but it was totally worth it. Amy looked gorgeous, and her and Adam are going to be so happy together. Here are some pictures from the weekend. Enjoy!

The bridal party: Heather, Karen, Brandi, Ashley, Ginger, Me, Anna, Amy, Lori, Lisa, Sunny, and Kris.

Janet, Buddy, Papaw, Amy, Adam, Ben, Jeremy, and Me

The Original Wade Family

This is how Jackson spent the entire wedding. Too funny!!

Me and the other Amy (Now Mrs. Knight)

That pesky little garter, which was conventiently caught by

Adam's future brother-in-law, Patrick.

The bouquet was caught by Adam's sister, Lisa.

Patrick and Lisa have dated forever. I predict another wedding soon!!!

The getaway car

A shot of my hair from the wedding. I will never be able to recreate it again.

Papa and Jackson riding the "Papa Mow"

Jackson laughing at Papa

My Mom and Dad's new puppy, Shadow. They got him yesterday. Isn't he cute!!!

I hope you enjoyed the pictures. Have a great Monday!!!

Here Comes The Bride (in only 2 1/2 days!!!)

So this will be my last post before my beautiful sister in law (aka the Original Amy Wade) gets married on Saturday. Jeremy and I are so excited for her, and we are so happy that she found such a great guy to marry, and that both of us get to stand with her on her big day. Amy and Adam are going to be so happy together, and I know that she is just counting the days until she is Mrs. Amy Wade Knight and they are sailing off to Mexico together.

I'm gonna miss having the same first, middle, and last name as her though....Did you know that? It's true. We have the EXACT same name (if you don't count my maiden name). For only 2 1/2 more days, we can say that we are both Amy Elizabeth Wade. After that, we only have the same first name. It's weird to think about that.

We are heading to MS tomorrow morning and I will be going to Amy's lingerie shower, and then on Friday we have a bridesmaid luncheon and rehearsal dinner, and then Saturday is the big day!!!

Please keep all of us in your prayers, for a safe trip, and a smooth day for the bride and groom. We are so excited!!!! Congrats to Amy and Adam and stay tuned for pictures of the beautiful bride!!!

Primary season is over....and I'm nauseous

Well, well, well. It looks like I'm pretty good on predicting Presidential politics. Unfortunately, over the past few months, I have kinda changed my mind Mrs. Clinton. She now seems like the lesser of two evils between her and Obama. I'm seriously sick to my stomach with the thought of him being our President.

For now I am going to forget that he has a Muslim background and Muslim last name. We won't cover that right now because it's simply too obvious. For one thing, he is a SOCIALIST!!! Hello people....does anyone out there understand that. He is for big government, raising taxes, and making people like you and me pay for health care for people who are totally capable of getting a job, but choose not to. I wish that I could choose not to work, but unfortunately for me, I like having money, even if I don't have a lot of it. Now I will have less money because my already small paycheck is going to have my taxes raised even more to pay for universal health care. The irony of that, is that insurance for my entire family is part of my package with my job. I don't pay a dime for my insurance, but my copay is $45 for doctor visits. So (if his plan passes) I now get to help pay for insurance for people who choose not to work. Nice. Really Nice....

He also wants us to pull out of Iraq and leave it a mess. That's gonna work for keeping the terrorists out of the U.S. Let's just leave them in charge and see how fast we get a nuclear bomb heading our way. Brilliant!

I'll give you one thing for him. He is a great speaker: very charismatic and engaging, and boy, could he sell ice to an Eskimo. He's good....but if you really listen to him, he doesn't offer any real ideas, he just continues to sell his plan for, "Change We Can Believe In." He basically points out everything that is wrong with America, conveniently forgetting that as a Senator, he had power to make A LOT of changes, but that wouldn't help his campaign. He had to sell all the "Bad" points on America and Bush.

Newsflash: The useless Congress that we have in place is responsible for the laws that we have. The President can't do ANYTHING if Congress doesn't work with him on changing things. So Obama and Clinton had a lot to gain by not working with Bush to make things better for you and me. Keep that in mind when you go vote!

Oh, and the only solution to lowering gas prices is to drill the fire out of Alaska and Texas. Did you know that 92% of America is protected against drilling. That is ridiculous. Just because a Democrat gets elected does not mean that prices at the pump are going to drop overnight. It's not gonna happen!!!

That's enough politics for me now. I think my blood pressure has gone up. I'll see ya'll later with one more post later this afternoon. Have a great morning!

The Queen of the Cartel

So my Mom has lovingly been dubbed the Queen of the VBS Decorating Cartel around our house. She is rather famous for her skills in the VBS department of our church. In fact, just last night I had the Mom of a little girl, Katie, who has an older sister named Emma come up to me. Emma is in my Mom's class, and Katie is in Kellyn and my class. She said that Katie went up to Emma and said that she got "The Sister's" as her teachers! Isn't that funny. So Emma quickly pointed out that she got "The Mom" and Katie got "The Sister's." We're not quite as good as my Mom, but I guess we will do until they hit 6th grade!!! Here are some pictures of the Queen's room. Hope you enjoy!

JESUS surfboards outside the class

Tiki hut entrance

Don't "Blow" It: Admit to God that you are a Sinner

You "Betta" Believe that Jesus is God's Son

No "Clowning" around: Commit your life to Jesus

6th grade "Big Fish" sign

Jesus is the only way!

Jellyfish on the wall

Underwater Wall

Big Pink Octopus. But it really doesn't need much explanation...

Did you know that God has a "Porpoise" for you??? He really does!!!

Oyster's Anyone???

Hannah and Emma modeling the ABC wall

Hope you enjoy the pictures!!