~ Weekend Fun ~

Just a few snippets from the weekend. (I know this picture is off, Lauren took it but it was the only group shot I had).

Had some great girl time with a few friends, some good food, and sweet kids playing.

I thought spring was on its way, so TH dressed for it, but the sleet and snow have arrived. UGH!!

These three sweet girls had a blast! Their night consisted of nail polish, makeup, and a lot of dresses! I wish I would have taken a picture of the boys!

Miss EW is adorable!! I love to hear her talk. She loves her babies and takes great care of them!!

Love these pictures! The kids loved the warm weather. They even pulled out their shorts.

The weather was amazing!! Hudson loved practicing for tball. He is so ready for sign-ups. I am glad we had time to spend outside. Especially since we are stuck inside now with the freezing temperatures!!

~ Evangelism Conference ~

Last week our praise team had the honor (really and truly an honor) of providing the worship at the Arkansas Baptist Evangelism Conference.

It was amazing!!! We worshiped our hearts out. We heard some excellent speakers and saw some awesome skits. Have you ever heard of the Skit Guys? If not, youtube them. They have a heart for God and can reach people like I have never seen.

I am getting to know these people more and more and I love it!! I know I have said before, we are all different, have different backgrounds, but we love the Lord and want to serve Him.

Love the Thompsons!!

This is a great group of gentlemen. They are a blast to be around.
Do you all know Brother Tom?
If not, you should. I mean really take the time to introduce yourself. He would love it. He has a heart for the Lord and for people. He is a wonderful leader and does a wonderful job!!

~ January Cotillion ~

I came across these pictures and realized I never posted Lauren's January cotillion. My sister, Kassy, fixed Lauren's hair. (I was out of town.) I think she did a good job. Lauren really liked it! I arrived at cotillion at the very end. All I really saw was the cupid shuffle. Lauren forgot what the name of the dance they had learned that evening, but she had a great time. I suppose that is all that matters.

~ Motivation ~

Have you ever purchased something that
was too small for motivation to lose weight?

Well... I did!

Yesterday!
Good luck to me!!!

~ Praise Team Retreat ~

This past weekend was our praise team retreat. Brother Tom planned this for us to learn new music and study God's word.

I love how God uses Terral and I for music. Terral really blesses my heart with his abilities on the fiddle.

I have come to know each praise team member, some more than others, but I love them all. Susie has really become one whom I love to talk to. She is really a true disciple of God. I know God is teaching me a lot through her. I love her so much!!

We all had a great time!! Brother Tom put together some great lessons for us. Each of us shared when we were saved, which was amazing! I really opened up with this group this weekend. They feel like family. We are all different in so many ways, but we all love Jesus and want to bring others to Him.

Here are all the men who attended.

Here are all the ladies.

I want to thank Brother Tom for being a true disciple for Christ! He did an awesome job putting music together, plus the lessons and all the planning for meals and room assignments. He put a lot of effort into this retreat. He has a desire for us to help lead others to Christ. Praise team is not something that is taken lightly. We are examples on that stage. We are not performing; we are praising Jesus and trying to lead others to do the same.

Again, it was a great weekend. We sang and others played instruments, but it went straight to Jesus.

The CROSS is for dying.
The TOWEL is for serving.
The YOKE is for learning.

~ Introducing....Lily Beth ~

Meet Lillian Beth Meeker...Lily Beth.
She weighed 8lbs and 5oz.
She was welcomed into the world by many cousins. They just love her.

I truly think my kids would like to have another sibling, but cousins are going to have to do. :)

I just love babies!!
They are so cuddly and precious; a true miracle from God!!

Welcome Lily Beth!!
We love you so much!!
All of your cousins have many wonderful things to teach you!!

~ New Year's Eve ~

For New Year's Eve this year we hung out with the Meekers.
There was music, dancing, and a lot of food.
When we all get together it is a great time.
I did not take very many pictures, but here are a few shots so you can get the picture.
Check out the train!! Ha! What a hoot!!!