Happy Sad Day!

Well... the day finally arrived. Rachael and Maddie are moving to Augusta to be with RonJon while he is in school. I am excited for them to get a fresh start together with a place of their own, but I sure am going to miss them!!

It looked like a used car lot while everyone was there.

TJ, John and Cory came to help Rachael with the heavy lifting. I know she really appreciated being able to count on them!

I couldn't resist getting a picture of this. Rachael was trying to make more room in the trash can. Somehow it always fills up quicker when you are moving!

Maddie was sticking pretty close by the truck. I think she was trying to make sure all of her stuff didn't leave without her.

Well, I guess this is really it... They headed out first thing this morning. Rachael, Maddie and Becky (the dog) in the lead vehicle and Rachael's mom Val driving the U-Haul. Safe travels! You will be missed!!

Ft. Jackson Trip

The newest Soldier in the family, PFC Wixon.

Thursday was family day and we were all happy to spend time with RonJon. He wasn't allowed to leave post this day, so we pretty much split our time between the park and the bowling alley. Maddie even got to bowl a game.

Natalie is getting so big!

My beautiful granddaughters all matching.

Watching the graduation ceremony on Friday.

We were so happy that Cory got to come too. He made it there late Thursday afternoon after a jump and 9 or 10 mile ruck march!

Proud Mom!

The Hall family.

The Wixon family.

We all had lunch together at TGI Friday's before we had to part ways. Jennifer and family headed back to North Carolina. I headed home to Florida, and RonJon and family headed to Augusta, Georgia where he will be stationed for about the next year to complete his schooling. It was wonderful to see everyone and get to kiss the grandbabies!

Time Flies

Wow...A year ago this time, I was bringing my brand new boyfriend up to Lisa and Jim's house to meet some of my family. What an unexpected bonus in my life... And Yes, I still think he's a keeper!
RonJon is currently in Army Basic Training at Fort Jackson, SC. He is about half way done now and is doing well so far. He has been sick a bit since he's been there. Got the barracks crud and can't seem to shake the cough, but has still managed to keep up. He did especially well with the rappelling. Phone calls home have been really scarce so far, but he has done pretty well writing letters to Rachael. He should graduate basic around the 30th of April and then will be heading to Ft. Gordon in Augusta, GA for school.

Farrier Day

This is my farrier Robin with Bahloo's buddy Shadow. Shadow is 20+ and has a hard time keeping weight on in the winter.. I'm sure Heather understands that one.


Robin said he is 6'3" to the top of his hat.

Sorry the pics don't look much better. It was really chilly out there again. Gray and damp. There was a little more snow just north of here in the early hours of the day.

This and That

Adorable pic of Jennifer and Natalie from Mickie's Wedding Day.




Maddie had a birthday party at Chuck E. Cheese. Her birthday is Valentine's day, but the party was a few days early. She seemed a little overwhelmed by the noise, but she really enjoyed this ride. It was a horse that she rode about ten times.



Her next favorite thing was her birthday cake. It was pretty neat actually. It was cupcakes arranged and iced together to look like a princess crown.





Ok, so I know this isn't much snow by some people's standards... but do keep in mind that I live in Florida!!



Maddie went out to play in the weather with her new gear.





I think the coolest thing about the snow today was the fact that it was the first time in history that it snowed in all 50 states in the same day. Crazy, huh?!





Loved this picture of Maddie from Christmas.

Jennifer shared these pics that they had taken while they were on their Christmas trip to Walla Walla to see Cory's family.

What a beautiful family.

Mickie's Wedding Day

Marianne helping Mickie get all zipped up.

Boo adjusting Mickie's veil and putting the finishing touches.

Mickie's gown was beautiful! She made a lovely bride.

Boo's dress was so elegant! Marianne looked amazing as well.

The family with Mickie and her new husband Tim.

Best wishes to them for a long and happy life together!!

Baby Shower

Boo (Anne) graciously welcomed everyone for Mickie's baby shower.

The punch was a big hit! We went through 2 punch bowls full. Maybe the ducks were extra thirsty...

Mickie got a lot of very nice gifts.

Jennifer and Natalie arrived just as the shower was about to start.

Mickie getting a little practice in. Natalie was trying to eat Mickie's banner.