Sittin on Top of The World!

Today (Sunday), we headed out to the Pisgah for a hike. Originally, we were going to climb Looking Glass Falls without Trooper. It's a long hike that we didn't think he is ready for yet. However, when we started out the door; he was just too excited! So, in the car he went!
We traveled through the Pisgah up to the Blue Ridge Parkway. This time of year it's great because the road is closed to cars. So, you park in the lot at Cold Mountain and walk the road! It's beautiful and relaxing! Did I mention cold?! (check out the ice!)
You're on top of the world! I'll let the pictures speak for themselves!

Dog Days of ...Winter!

During the "good" Carolina game this past Wednesday night, it began snowing!!!! During halftime, Travis, Trooper, and I went outside to play in it! Troop wasn't so sure about it, but we enjoyed a snowball fight! We have been out of school every since! We got about 4 inches here but Thursday it was freezing rain, so we never made it outside to make a snowman. Maybe next time!

So, we have been basically inside since Thursday because of the cold temperatures. We have braved the cold long enough for quick grocery store stops, Church, and quick walks around the block. We are all ready to get outside though. If it's going to be this cold...we should have feet of snow! 9 degrees is far from warm! Trooper sums it all up in these photos!
(In case you can't tell, he is laying on his bed with his bear beside him... to lazy or bored to play anymore!!! )

Happy Birthday Mom!

On Saturday, January 12th; my mom celebrated her 60th birthday! I surprised her by showing up at breakfast Saturday morning. Kathryn and Jim graciously allowed me to stay with them Friday night. I woke Saturday morning, got ready, and headed down to Hill's to decorate the table! Everyone got there and we waited and waited. Mom finally arrived! Jane made some corrections to her napkin...60 & Super & Slow! After mom got all "dressed up" the party started!
After breakfast, we did a few things around the house. Mom wanted to go see a movie since she hadn't been to the movies in about 10 years! So, we headed to the movies with all intentions of seeing P.S. I Love You; but once we got to the ticket counter, The Bucket List had won!
Overall it was a: Great movie! Great birthday! Happy 60th Birthday Mom!

Starting 2008!

Wishing you a Happy New Year!