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Tuesday, 21 June 2011

A Family Vacation in the Smokies...Cont.

Posted on 06:46 by Unknown
We just got back from an amazing family adventure in the Great Smoky Mountains of Tennessee. Last November, I was fortunate enough to visit Pigeon Forge, Tn. on a business trip. I was blown away by the beauty of the area and all of the fun attractions that were available. I dreamed of bringing my family back to the area to experience it all.

As many of you know, I am the Chief Purser/Social Media Manager for the Titanic Museum Attraction and of coarse we have a location in Pigeon Forge, Tn. I had been working for several months on a Mom Blogger Event at the ship and knew that I would be going back to Tennessee for the event. I thought it was the perfect opportunity to bring my family, not only to meet my new Mom Blogger Friends, but also to experience the area on a family vacation.

As I have mentioned before, we are a family full of energy who enjoys being outside and we will try most anything once. Well, my dream came true and we were on our way...on a long drive to Pigeon Forge, Tn. (15 hours). When we arrived on the Parkway, our focus was on this magnificent ship that looked like it was going to sail across the road. There she was, the ship of dreams transformed into a GREAT museum. My husband could not get over how big the museum was and how much presence it had on the Parkway. My family couldn't wait to check it out.

The first order of business, however, was to find our lodging. We stayed at the Appleview River Resort in a cute little 2 bedroom condo. We rented it through Old Mill Lodging. The staff there was extremely helpful and made sure we had everything that we needed. The condo was clean and came equipped with a full kitchen, a patio with a gas grill, and there was a pool close by. I liked the area because it was about a half mile off of the Parkway. The Resort was tucked away behind an apple orchard and the Pigeon River flowed behind right behind us.

The Mom Blogger event at the Titanic Museum Attraction began at 9am on Saturday. My husband and children met me there and I got to introduce them to 13 other Mom's and their families. We all toured the museum with the new Audio Tour devices. I wanted all of my Mom friends in the area to try the new Audio Tour with their families and let us know what they thought. The new Audio Tour at the museum has 2 versions; one for kids and one for adults. I kept hearing from our Mom Bloggers that they loved the new Audio Tours because their kids loved them and it gave the parents more time to read and enjoy the exhibits. All of the children were actively engaged in listening to the tour and learning about the Titanic. I would like to give a special thank you to Swift Shots who took all of the mom's pictures. Here is ours:


After the event, my vacation began! We had put together an itinerary for the trip to make sure that we experienced everything we could in the area. I am going to give you a run down of every place we went and would like to mention that most of the attractions did a ticket swap with us, so that I could experience their facilities.

1. Adventure Park Zip Line at Five Oaks http://adventureziplinesofsevierville.com/
I would just like to say that this was a HUGE accomplishment for me and the entire family loved it. Even my 6 year old was able to go and he did the last line by himself. When we finished this trip, I wanted to do it again. I am now addicted to zip lining. What a rush!

2. Wilderness Resort http://www.wildernessatthesmokies.com/
Here we stayed in a condo on the property. It was very nice - kitchen too. There was an enormous indoor waterpark equipped with a wave pool, 4 water slides, and surfing. We also enjoyed an outdoor waterpark that included a lazy river, wave pool, and putt-putt golf. Needless to say, the kids had a blast here. I highly recommend taking your family. By the way, in this picture above, Garrett found a dollar at the bottom of the lazy river. He was quite happy.

3. The Track http://www.pigeonforgetrack.com/
We had a blast here as well. We rode go karts on two different tracks. The boys enjoyed getting each other soaking wet on the bumper boats, and I think we may have scared Daddy pretty good on the Sky Flyer. See the picture above. They were up in the air and dropped from about 60 feet. Garrett on the left has to pull the cord to make the swing drop. My little one, Hunter wasn't scared at all....little adrenaline junky.

4. Smokies Angling Adventures with Captain David Berry http://www.smokiesangling.com/
I made reservations for a guided fishing adventure while we were there as a Father's Day gift for my husband. We chose to go Bass and Blue Gill fishing on Lake Douglas. Our guide, Captain David Berry, was such a great guy and very knowledgeable. He had competed professionally for years and now was strictly a guide. We started early in the morning and fished until lunch time. The boys enjoyed catching the Blue Gill. The lake was pristine. We enjoyed watching the sun come up!

5. MagiQuest http://magiquest.com/locations/kingdoms/pigeon-forge/
This was quite the adventure. The had the World's Largest Mirror maze. The kids loved it. I thought I was going to have an anxiety attack (LOL), but we made it through. They had a laser course where you had to pretend that you were on a Mission Impossible and jump through lasers. We also enjoyed an indoor black lit putt putt golf game. Hunter cheated so Garrett actually didn't enjoy himself as much. The best part of this attraction is their Magi-quest where you go on a scavenger hunt with these wands that are used to open treasures. It was really interesting and challenging. Plan to spend several hours here if you go.

6. Ripley's Aquarium http://gatlinburg.ripleyaquariums.com/
This was a world class attraction. You could swim with the sting rays, view many different varieties of sharks, and they had a huge penguin exhibit. I think we may have arrived at the penguin exhibit right after lunch. All of them were snoozing, but so cute. My 9 year old enjoyed this attraction the most. He took over 300 pictures of fish and spent over an hour in the gift shop. A definite must see in Gatlinburg, Tn!

7. Gatlinburg Sky Lift - http://www.gatlinburgskylift.com/
The views from up here were magnificent. You could see for miles. We all enjoyed riding this lift in Gatlinburg. I would highly recommend it.

8. Wonderworks http://www.wonderworksonline.com/pigeon-forge/



This was so much fun. There were so many hands on activities for all ages. You could spend an entire day in this attraction. This above picture is of Will laying on a bed of nails. You could rock climb, ride a bike that took you upside down, ride a virtual roller coaster, and more. We spent almost six hours at this attraction. It is definitely worth the money.

9. Dixie Stampede http://pigeon-forge.dixiestampede.com/index.php

My kids enjoyed this very much. This is a great dinner show endorsed by Dolly Parton. There are trick horse riders, buffalo, and you eat the dinner with your hands. My 6 year old was mesmerized by all of the animals. The food is good too and you get a ton of it. It was funny to watch Hunter get an entire Cornish game hen. He just looked at me and starting laughing. This is a great show for all ages.

10. Dollywood http://www.dollywood.com/dollywood_home.aspx

Did it all. Loved it all. FUN, FUN, FUN. Dolly was there, but we missed her. I liked the way the park thought of everything. There was a giant dryer that you could step into as a family to dry off after one of the many water rides. You could also purchase a shower cap in a vending machine before you went on a ride. There were tons of neat shops, good fair food, and the rides were all great. They even had a giant ropes course way up in the tree tops. We loved this theme park!

11. Laurel Falls in the Great Smoky Mountains http://www.mysmokymountainvacation.com/laurel-falls.html




We went on a hike up to Laurel Falls in the Great Smoky Mountains. I would have to say that my husband enjoyed this the most. He wanted to hike all of the trails. This particular trail was very crowded and we would have preferred to find one less popular. The waterfall at the top was beautiful.

That concludes a very busy but amazing trip to the Great Smoky Mountains. I would highly recommend this vacation to any family looking for adventure. There are activities for all ages. The landscape is breathtaking and the people of the area are friendly. We are back home now and recuperating. Thank you to all of the attractions of Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge, and Sevierville that made our trip a blast!
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Tuesday, 31 May 2011

Titanic-opoly - Exclusive First-Time Offer

Posted on 08:26 by Unknown
This spring, the Titanic Museum Attraction submitted the final artwork for our very own Titanic-opoly game. We have just started selling the game on our website and you can pre-purchase it today. These games are due to ship by August 1, 2011. This will be a collector's item as we are approaching 100 years since the Titanic set sail.


The Titanic-opoly game board consists of forty spaces containing twenty-eight properties (twenty-two colored streets Titanic-related categories, four ports, and two rooms -- Marconi Room and Engine Room, three Ice Field Spaces, and the four corner squares: Boarding Ramp, Off Duty [Detour] Report for Duty, and Free Deck Chair.)

In honor of every child aboard the RMS Titanic, a portion of the proceeds from the sale of this product will be donated to the Boys & Girls Club of America chapters in Branson and Pigeon Forge.

You can pre-purchase your game today by visiting https://www.titanicpigeonforge.com/cart_game.php

Thank you and enjoy! 
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Tuesday, 24 May 2011

Join the Titanic Museum Attraction and Become a Part of History.

Posted on 20:40 by Unknown
Titanic Museum Attraction 100 year Logo

As Chief Purser of the Titanic Museum Attraction, I would like to personally invite you to join me in becoming a part of history as we pay respect and honor to the 2,208 passengers and crew members who sailed the RMS Titanic almost a century ago.

On April 15, 2012, it will have been 100 years since the Titanic was lost at sea. Starting now through April of next year, there will be special memorial events taking place around the world. The Titanic Museum Attractions will specifically commemorate Titanic's Irish heritage by giving away 6 trips for 2 to Belfast, Ireland. The "Back to Titanic 100th Year 'Tour Ireland' Sweepstakes"will launch on June 13, 2011. Guests will visit our website at www.titanicattraction.com to enter.
"Back to Titanic 100th Year 'Tour Ireland' Sweepstakes" Logo


On July 1, 2011, the Titanic Museum Attraction will give every single guest who boards the museum, a rose petal to be placed into a memorial container in the Memorial Gallery. On April 15, 2012, these collected petals will be placed at sea directly where Titanic went down.

On August 1, 2011, we will launch Titanic's own Royal Wedding web contest on our Branson, Mo. website (www.titanicbranson.com) and our Pigeon Forge, Tn. website (www.titanicpigeonforge.com). Titanic Museum Attractions will pay homage to the 12 honeymooning couples who were on board the RMS Titanic. There will be online voting to select the winners (one couple at each location) and website guests will be able to vote on each of the winners cakes, flowers, and dresses as well. The weddings will take place at each location in April 2012.
Titanic Museum Attraction Royal Wedding Logo


Many of us associate James Cameron's movie, Titanic, with the story of the RMS Titanic. On April 6, 2012, Titanic will be re-released in 3-D. Also, John Joslyn, who co-led a six-million-dollar expedition to the site of the sinking will re-release his documentary, "Return to the Titanic".  This film remains one of the highest rated syndicated specials of all time.   There will be a mini-series television event from ABC as well.


Many other special memorial events will take place in 2012 at the Titanic Museum Attraction and around the world. These events will be announced in the coming months. If you would like to become a part of our Quarterly Email Newsletter, please fill out the form on our contact page at www.titanicattraction.com. This newsletter will give you the latest up-to-date information and events at each of our locations.

At the Titanic Museum Attraction, we continue to open the door to the past by creating an experience like none other. We give guests the opportunity to re-live what it might have been like to be a passenger on board the most famous luxury liner. Please join us by becoming a part of history as we remember those who lost their lives almost 100 years ago.
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Monday, 2 May 2011

Dallas/Ft. Worth Residents - Enter to Win a Family Vacation to Branson, Mo.

Posted on 06:37 by Unknown

What is it?
Branson, Missouri, just named One of Travelers’ Choice 2011 Top 5 Great Places to Discover in the United States will be just a hop away starting May 1, 2011. An exciting promotional Family Vacation Getaway Contest, sponsored by Branson’s top attractions, will set the wheels in motion for this new Dallas/Ft.Worth to Branson Air Express service. Go to www.titanicbranson.com/dallas

Branson welcomes more than 8 million visitors each year. They come for the shows, the stars, the music, the rides and the excitement of a family style entertainment experience.

Five lucky families will have the chance to see it all as winners in the Branson Family Vacation Getaway Contest. Each vacation package for 4 includes:
  • Roundtrip airfare for 4 on Branson AirExpress
  • 4 night(s) stay at Hilton’s Promenade Hotel at the Branson Landing
  • Tickets to Silver Dollar City Theme Park (Mid America’s Largest Theme park & Oprah.com says “this theme park offers world-class festivals, live shows and thrilling rides for all ages).
  • Showboat Branson Belle Dinner Show (AOLTravel.com says Showboat is a “must see and one of the top things to do in Branson.”)
  • The Titanic Museum Attraction (Regis Philbin expressed during his visit – “I think it’s the best museum I’ve seen.”)
  • Dolly Parton’s Dixie Stampede (Dolly Parton says it best – great entertainment for a great value)
  • White Water (the only water park in Branson)
  • Ride The Ducks (Sightseeing adventure takes you from land to lake)
In addition, contest winners will enjoy:
  • Shopping a t the Branson Landing, a 95 acre retail development on Lake Taneycomo with first class shopping, dining, and entertainment. 
  •  Family Fun Entertainment – interactive attractions, theme parks, museums, scenic tours and extreme adventures including zip lines and para-sailing. 
  •  Outdoor Adventure – at one of 3 pristine lakes surrounding this entertainment capital. Enjoy fishing, swimming, boating and more. 
  •  Dining – at one of hundreds of restaurants offering a wide selection of dining options to suit everyone in your group 
  •  Night Life – Branson’s “76 Entertainment Strip” offers over 100 different shows with 50+ state-of-the-art theaters.

How do I enter?
Beginning May 1, 2011, everybody is invited to enter this Branson AirExpress Family Vacation Getaway Contest. Fill out the contest entry form at http://bransonsilverdollarcity.com/contests/.  Contest ends May 31, 2011.

Contest Details….
On June 1, the winning families will be selected at random and announced on this landing page and by email. After being notified, Kristina Hagey, Manager of Events for the Titanic Museum Attraction, will contact you via phone to schedule your Family Vacation. This package will expire on 12/31/11.

Abbreviated Rules:
NO PURCHASE NECESSARY. Sweepstakes begins 5:00 PM Central Time (CT) May 1, 2011 and ends at 5:00 PM CT on May 31, 2011 (the “Sweepstakes Period”). Sweepstakes is offered only in the fifty (50) United States (and the District of Columbia). Residents of Arizona, Florida, New York and Rhode Island are ineligible. Void where prohibited by law. Must be a legal U.S. resident and at least 18 years or older to enter. For Official Rules, go to http://bransonsilverdollarcity.com/contests/

Don’t miss this opportunity for family fun in Branson, Mo!

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Monday, 11 April 2011

S.O.S. from the Chief Purser of the Titanic Museum Attraction

Posted on 09:06 by Unknown
Ok. So I had to check out the Titanic Museum Attraction's special event this past weekend in honor of the 99th anniversary of the sinking of a great ship! I was curious to discover what it means to be a HAM radio operator and why these great men and women enjoy this type of communication?


We decided to take the kids on Saturday afternoon after a much needed visit to Andy's for some delicious frozen custard. My kids had Andy's gift cards and much to my surprise they had enough money to pay for their parents. What a treat! 


Anyway, we headed to our favorite museum to get educated on this mysterious HAM Radio event. What I quickly learned from this dedicated bunch was that this communication is HIGHLY important to the United States Government. If we were to lose all power in the US due to some terrible disaster, these guys would be on the "front line" of communication between the people and the government.


Back in 1912, when the Titanic set sail, the form of this communciation was called "wireless" communication. If you visit the Titanic Museum Attraction any day of the year, you will get to see authentic 1912 telegraph equipment in the Marconi Room which is identical to that installed in Titanic’s wireless room. It is valued at $250,000. This primitive system was the ship's only link to the world and a popular means for passengers to send messages home. 



Two men employed by the Marconi Company worked in this small windowless room near the bridge. Their main job was to receive and send messages by radio waves using Morse code. Little did they know they would soon be tapping out one of the first SOS signals from a ship in distress. 

Morse code, by the way, is a method of transmitting textual information as a series of on-off tones, lights, or clicks that can be directly understood by a skilled listener or observer without special equipment. There was actually a man at this HAM event that was conducting Morse code conversations! It was fascinating to watch him.



According to Wikipedia, there is an estimated two million people throughout the world who are regularly involved with amateur radio. One of the gentlemen that we met at this event said that he also uses this system when he is chasing storms. He goes out and searches for Tornadoes around the United States and then sends radio messages to the local news stations to inform them of their location. Apparently, news stations depend on these amateur radio users for their "Eyes on the Storms". 


I also learned that you must be licensed to receive clearance to use the different radio frequencies that are available. There are different levels of education and certification that you can achieve that give you permission to be on more and more frequencies. The Springfield group at the Titanic this weekend had spoken with folks in Ireland, Africa, and even Antarctica! 


The most interesting fact that I learned while talking with these very friendly operators, was that their families were also involved in this hobby. Wives and children train to operate these radios and get certified so that they can travel as families. Once per year, groups from all over the US gather together for a RALLY where they practice emergency response protocol in case of a US emergency. They bring their families and have a great time too.


I just love the way our attraction continues to apply 21st Century technology and events to help educate us on the sinking of the Titanic. It is so important that we understand history and why things happened in the past, so that we can make changes to better our future. 

If you want to learn more about how you can become a HAM radio operator, visit http://www.smarc.org/ .

Thank you Titanic Museum Attraction for providing an attraction that is fun for kids and highly educational. For more on the Titanic's education programs, visit http://www.titanicattraction.com/titanic-education-guide.php.  Knowledge is power.  

- Chief Purser, Signing off....
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Thursday, 24 March 2011

A Family Vacation in the Smokies

Posted on 08:51 by Unknown
It is that time of year again when our family wakes from hibernation, and we begin planning our next outdoor adventure. As I sit in my home office, I can see buds on the trees, blooming daffodils, and can hear the birds chirping. The first signs of spring are upon us....hallelujah!

We are a family full of energy who enjoys being outside, so it is natural for us to begin planning a trip to the smoky mountains. I am reminded of a wonderful experience that I had last November when I joined the Titanic crew in Pigeon Forge, Tn. When you first drive up the Parkway in Pigeon Forge and you see the GIANT SHIP, it simply takes your breath away. You forget about the traffic - which does pile up on the Parkway- you forget about that moment in the car when little Johnnie spilled his chocolate milk all over the seat, you even forget about the fact that you forgot your tooth brush and need to find a Walgreens. It draws you in and you thirst to go inside.



Well, I got to go inside the museum and so did my new friends, the wonderful influential Mommy Bloggers in the area who wanted a chance to experience our museum with their families, so that they could share our Titanic tribute opportunity with other local families. Not only did I have the priviledge of meeting some amazing families, I also got to tour the museum!


Inside our museum, you discover this magnificent ship that was designed to be unsinkable. You learn of the passengers who were coming to America to start a new life and maybe to visit the Smoky Mountains. I tried to put myself in their shoes. Would I be coming here to start a career, to give my family better opportunities, or to experience freedom? How fortunate we are as Americans to already have these very opportunities and we don't even have to uproot our families! The Titanic Museum Attraction in Pigeon Forge is HIGHLY interactive. All I could think about when I toured is, I can't wait to bring my family back to experience this. Not only is it an education in history, geared towards children and adults, but there are physical things for kids to do. They can steer the ship, take a virtual dive to the wreckage, shovel coal, touch an iceberg, meet Polar the bear, and other kid friendly activities. I could go on and on....

Not only did I get to experience our museum attraction, but I also had the priviledge of touring the area. My "tour guide" took me down the Parkway in Pigeon Forge where I could see many opportunities for my family to have FUN! First of all, Dollywood is 12 minutes away. I am pretty sure the boys would enjoy a theme park with the best of them. Pigeon Forge also offers zip lines, river rafting, shopping and tons of shows and attractions. I also noticed that the Wilderness indoor/outdoor waterpark Resort was just a few miles away in Sevierville. We went to the Wilderness Resort in the Wisconsin Dells a few years ago and made memories that will last a lifetime!


When we arrived in Gatlinburg, Tn. I felt like I was in my element. The streets are filled with quaint shops, bakeries, and warm smiles. Rivers and streams run through the area and wildlife is prevalent. In fact, at the Great Smoky Mountains National Park on the other side of Gatlinburg, park rangers educate campers and visitors about bears and NOT FEEDING THEM! The views are endless. We took a lift up to the top of one of the mountains in the downtown area and the views were incredible. I dreamed of sharing that experience with my family. The mountains seemed to go on forever.



We stopped in at Ripley's Aquarium for a tour. They have a wonderful shark tunnel that you get to "ride" through on a moving sidewalk and they have pinguins which happen to be one of my favorite animals. They also have a large room filled with interactive activities for kids. You can touch different sea creatures and learn about them. Again, I thought about the boys and how they needed to come back and experience this with me.


The Food. Well, I like to eat and I was anxious to experience something different in the Smokies. My guide took me to a restaurant built on the site of an Old Mill, naturally named The Old Mill. True southern cooking at it's finest. And, did I mention more shopping? Local artists displayed their works in shops that lined the streets around the Mill.  Eating and Shopping at the Old Mill was the perfect end to a perfect day.

This June, my family plans to take our FAMILY VACATION to the Great Smoky Mountains and I can't wait! We are going to re-live my adventures back in November, possibly adding a river rafting trip, Dollywood, and some water parks, but of course our first stop will be...the Titanic Museum Attraction in Pigeon Forge, Tn. Making memories and having fun is what this family vacation will be ALL ABOUT!
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Thursday, 10 February 2011

A Special Tribute to My Family on Valentine's Day

Posted on 09:27 by Unknown
It's Sweetheart Month at The Titanic Museum Attraction, in honor of Valentine's Day and the twelve honeymoon couples that traveled on the Titanic in 1912.  During this special romantic month and as Valentine's Day approaches every year, I go over in my mind the many things that I love about each of the people in my life and I think of ways to show them how much I truly cherish and love them.

I would like to start with my wonderful husband Will. He is my best friend, my faith buddy, and the father to my children. We met in college at Southwest Texas State University in 1994, a college I chose at the last minute because my parents decided that they didn't want to spring for out-of-state tuition. I had originally planned to go to Missouri State University in Columbia, Mo. Ironically, he was dating my freshman roommate in the dorms. I didn't think much of him at the time. Little did I know, that I would end up marrying him! God knew, he just had to get me there.

After being acquaintances for 3 years, Will and I finally started a friendship that began at a party. Before we knew it, we were dating and wanted to spend every spare moment together. On our first official date, he took me to San Antonio's River Walk. It stared raining while we were walking down the canal, so we took shelter under a bridge and enjoyed our First Kiss which was incredibly romantic. I enjoyed his outgoing, yet kind nature. He was so thoughtful in the "courtship days" as we call them. He would sneak my car keys while I was in class and detail my car. On one date, we went canoeing down the Guatalupe River. I sat in the front of the canoe and relaxed while he did all of the work.

After dating for a year or so, I graduated with a degree in Business Marketing and decided to move back to my home town, Dallas. Will was still finishing up college and had another summer and fall semester to go in school. I hoped that by telling him I was moving to Dallas, he would finish school and follow me. He did. After he graduated, he moved to Dallas and we got married August 14, 1999. Our wedding reception was amazing. We had all of our college friends back together again for one last hurrah.


We both got excellent jobs in Dallas. He was a sales manager at a label manufacturing company and I worked for IBM and then was the State Administrator for Aflac.  We were settling in to a healthy married life and the next obvious step for me was .....a baby. I remember it so well. I conned my husband into it. We agreed by written document that he would get a motorcycle if I got a baby. We signed a contract. He still has the contract, but has not received the motorcycle. LOL!

Our first born was our precious angel Garrett. I remember the tone in my husband's voice when I called him to tell him I was pregnant. He was at work and I just couldn't wait for him to get home. He was awkwardly quite and seemed totally freaked out. I also remember being pregnant with Garrett during 9-11 and wondering what kind of world he would be born into. When Garrett was born, the entire world stopped around us. We had a family and our lives revolved around our son.


When Garrett was 2 years old, we made a very huge decision to move to Missouri. My parents had found land in Ava, Missouri and had moved away. We wanted Garrett to know his grandparents and we enjoyed the Ozarks because of all of the outdoor activities available to us. Garrett, who is growing up in Missouri, continues to be an amazing blessing in our lives. God has used him many times to teach us and strengthen our faith. We almost lost Garrett when he was 4 due to a head injury that he incurred at a day care. Words cannot express how much my faith in God and my love for my husband strengthened through this trial. Garrett is 9 years old now and is an all star in every sport (except Baseball. he says he hates wearing hot pants in the summer.:)) and makes straight "A's". He is responsible, kind, considerate, and loving and very popular with his peers. I am so honored that God gave him to us.

My younger son Hunter is my baby. He is almost 6 now and has been a complete JOY ever since he was born. I remember when he was 2 and Garrett was going off to Kindergarten. I thought to myself that it would be a good time to start THINKING about potty training. Hunter never wanted to be a baby. He has always loved his brother and looked up to him. Literally, the day that Garrett left for Kindergarten, Hunter took off his diaper and would not put one on again. He had a determination like nothing I have ever seen. It was like, "Mommy, let's do this potty training thing right now!" Not only is Hunter determined, but he is strong, smart, handsome, and loving. He is tender hearted and his faith his a true testament to all around him.


Valentines Day, February 14 is our 1/2 anniversary each year. I am not the kind of girl who wants the heart shaped box of chocolates. I am the kind of girl who wants to spend the day with my family doing something together, making memories. I am the kind of girl who would cherish a vow renewal on the Grand Staircase on any year of our marriage and my reason would not be for a "new beginning." My reason for a vow renewal would be to repeat to him again before God, the precious wedding vows that express to him how much I love and cherish him and how thankful I am to God for bringing us together. And being on the Grand Staircase would make me feel like "Rose" who's love for "Jack" would never perish. I love you honey.
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