More Plants

I think I am finally just about finished planting new plants in the yard. Jake helped me yesterday, which really made it go a lot faster. It was so hot here. I can't believe it's only April and it was around 90 outside! I'm thinking this is going to be one HOT summer. Not that I'm complaining. I love the sunshine. :) I'm just wondering if my plants will survive the heat. Hope so!!

The MilShelb wanted me to be done with planting in the front yard.

A new plant in the back yard... a Hosta. This one goes in the sun, cool huh?

Some of the plants in the front yard.

More plants in the front yard.

Jake really liked this one. He thought it was "cool."

Made Me Think

You know, I read people's blogs every day. I keep up with what everyone I "follow" posts. I was reading "Exploits of a Military Mama" (http://www.exploitsofamilitarymama.com/) and her post today was about lessons she has learned through her husband's deployment. She made many wonderful points and I felt that many of them apply to people who don't have military spouses as well. She closed by asking if any of her readers have any marriage rules that we make sure to follow. I responded by telling that we do not leave the house without saying "I love you" even if we're mad. You never know what might happen out there in the big ol' world.

On a less depressing note, I thought I'd add a few other "rules" (spoken or not) that help us to live in the same house and remain in a pretty good relationship. (Thanks for the idea, Sally!)

1. Pick up after yourself. You are an adult and you are capable of doing this. (I'll admit, this is my WORST one to follow. I am working on it though.)

2. Share. Share whatever needs to be shared. If you think it'd make the other person happy, then share it! Don't be selfish.

3. Respect the other person's space. Each person should have their own space... and that space should be respected.

4. Respect each other.

5. Open up. Say what you think but say it in a nice way. Don't hurt feelings on purpose.

There are so many more... but the more I write these the more I think it sounds like Jake and I don't get along. lol The truth is, I am married to a man that I not only love, but respect and admire. He is an amazing person and I am blessed to share my life with him. Do we get along 100% of the time? No. Who does? No one. (And if they say they do- they're pulling your leg. lol) But, we can always remember and keep in mind that we said "I do" and we're in it for the long haul. We truly are "two peas in a pod." I love that man. :)

Something to Remember

When things go wrong, as they sometimes will,
When the road you're trudging seems all uphill,
When the funds are low and the debts are high,
And you want to smile, but you have to sigh,
When care is pressing you down a bit,
Rest, if you must, but don't you quit.

Life is queer with its twists and turns,
As every one of us sometimes learns,
And many a failure turns about,
When he might have won had he stuck it out;
Don't give up though the pace seems slow--
You may succeed with another blow.

Often the goal is nearer than,
It seems to a faint and faltering man,
Often the struggler has given up,
When he might have captured the victor's cup,
And he learned too late when the night slipped down,
How close he was to the golden crown.

Success is failure turned inside out--
The silver tint of the clouds of doubt,
And you never can tell how close you are,
It may be near when it seems so far,
So stick to the fight when you're hardest hit--
It's when things seem worst that you must not quit.

- Author unknown

(I found this at http://www.thedontquitpoem.com/thePoem.htm)

Happy Easter!

I have had a great day today with my family! Jake and I went to lunch at my parents' and we also took a few pictures. I wanted to share them with you!

My little family: Jake, Me, Milly, and Shelby :)

Me and my Mama!

The 'rents and Me

Jake, Mom, Michael, Me, and Grandmama

Mom, Me, and Grandmama

Mom and Me :)

Don't ask... lol!

Great Day

I spent the day with my Mom today. She's off work for Spring Break and it was such a nice day. We went shopping and had lunch and shopped some more. She's so much fun! When I got home I worked in the yard some and planted some plants in the pots on my front porch. Here's the pics:

Gotta Have 'Em!

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Today

Today Milly, Shelby, and I enjoyed the sunshine. I just LOVE South Carolina in the spring... and summer... and fall... and winter. haha! We also spent some time watching tv and eating tons of food.

I went to a local plant store with my Mom this afternoon and she bought me a few plants to plant in the yard and to plant in the pots on our front porch. When I got home I (with Shelby's assistance and direction, of course) planted some of the plants in the yard. the potted plants will have to wait. I need to get some potting soil first. I'm planning to do that tomorrow. Anyhow, here are some pictures of the plants... and Shelby right in the middle of everything! (LOL)

PS- Thanks for the plants, Mom!