The Christmas Rules!

Madison just woke up...When I went to say good morning, the first thing she told me was,

"Uhm, When daddy gets up, we can all go sit somewhere, like on the couch, and I can go over the Christmas rules with you."

She then continues with her fingers in the air as she goes,

"1) One adult (and then as if that would confuse me, she clarifies - you or daddy) gets the video camera

2) Audrey cannot get up out of her bed all night, and

3) We both come to the parents room as soon as we get up in the morning!"

Boy...am I glad that is all straightened out! We are now ready for Christmas morning!

Are you ready?

Merry Christmas!

Wishing you and yours a very Merry Christmas

and reminding you that it is all about Christ!

This Christmas at the Pittman household it has seemed extra busy! Not sure why, but it has!

We've decorated gingerbread cookies!


We've had food and fellowship with friends!
Audrey and her friend Katelyn eating cookies at the reception following their Christmas program!

We've performed!

(or rather...just stood there like a deer in head lights)

We've been silly while someone was trying to get a picture!

And finally...we gave Mom something to work with!

It's been a little crazy around here, but we are just trying to enjoy and remember that we have our Lord and Savior, and our family and friends - and that is about all that really matters!

Hoping you all have a very Merry Christmas!

Love,

Amber

There's Snow Place Like Home!

As most of you know, we've moved...and we enjoyed a little bit of snow at our new house on the first weekend of December! Nothing like last year, but still - SNOW!

Since I had the camera out...thought we'd try to snap a few! (maybe, just maybe, get a good one for the Christmas card!) Didn't happen...stay tuned for those!And had a fun day at "Breakfast with Santa" at our church!

Trying to finish up the last week of school (and all the festivities it brings) before Christmas Break! And of course, looking forward to spending time with family over the holidays!

Love ya,

Amber

Happy 7th Birthday Madison!

Madison at 7 years old!

Madison at 7 days old!



Madison with 7 "hot dudes" starting at her on the beach!

Dear Madison,

I cannot believe that 7 years ago you were placed in my arms. A tiny little miracle that we loved before we even knew you existed. I will never forget the moment when the nurse came in and placed you in my arms. Pure delight! (Then after about 7 minutes...they quickly snatched you back and put you in the NICU because they had just gotten some very disturbing test results!) So...in the NICU you went and stayed for the next 7 days. I remember being very scared, but I just KNEW you were going to be just fine! And thankfully you were.

The last seven years have been so full and so fast! You are a sweet, kind-hearted, loving little girl, and I am so blessed that God chose me to be your Mother!

Hoping you have a wonderful birthday and a great year!

Love,

Mom