Saturday, December 13, 2008

Our Grandchildren - Segment Nine - Package from Carolyn - Awards

Austin
Austin is the son of Amber and oldest brother of Dawson and Payton. He is a sixth grade honor student. Austin will be 12 in January.
Austin loves the outdoors - four-wheeling, hunting, and fishing. Austin enjoys History and enjoys telling me facts about historical events.
Austin excels in sports. He plays Little League baseball, football and wrestles. He has been on the baseball and football all star team and his wrestling team was in the regional tournament. This is the season for wrestling. He has a match today. I wish that I had some of his newest sports photos to share with you.

I spent most of the afternoon at some of my grand children's Christmas programs. I love the elementary programs. The girls and boys were giggling - wanting to perform - yet still a little shy. I was so glad that they still sing "Christmas" music.


When I got home from the programs, there was a package sitting next to my front door. Carolyn of Purple Diva's Diary sent me a beautiful Christmas ornament and a box of golden walnut cookies. I will warm a few cookies (as per the directions) and have them with my coffee tomorrow morning. My tree is not yet decorated so the lovely ornament that Carolyn sent me has the distinction of being the first decoration on the tree. The photo doesn't do her justice. She has a lovely delicate face and unique rose petal attire. Please stop over and visit Carolyn. Her blog has a wonderful design. She has a wonderful sense of humor. You'll enjoy her blog. Thank you Carolyn!

Awards

Kathy of Welcome to Mimi's Garden presented me with two awards. Mimi's Friendship Award and the Lemonade Award. Mimi's Friendship Award is Kathy's special award and I am happy to accept it
The Lemonade Award is described as an award received by someone who knows how to make lemonade out of lemons and who shows gratitude. Kathy, I am so very happy to accept this award. Please visit Kathy. She has some wonderful recipes, Christmas decorating ideas, and has a warm personality. I am presenting this award to Connie of Living Beautifully. Connie turns everything she touches into a thing of beauty and has exceptional personal values.
Thank you Kathy!

18 comments:

Anonymous said...

I am thrilled to meet yet another family member. He is a cutie and sounds like he has a lot going for him.Congrats on your awards,,couldn't happen to a nicer person.

Hugs,
Chris

ksarra said...

Hi, I am so happy that you stopped by my blog, otherwise I'm not sure that I would have found yours. I love family and home too!

Confessions of a Plate Addict said...

You have such a cute grandson and it sounds like he's a very active little guy, too. Congrats on the awards and thanks for sharing the photos of the beautiful ornaments. I can almost smell those cookies this morning! ...Debbie

Happy To Be/ Gl♥ria said...

Sweetie your grandson is just darling..congrats on your awards and if anyone can take lemons and made lemonaide out of them you can girl I so admire your courage and strenght hope you have a great day..hugs and smiles Gloria

SmilingSally said...

Boy, you're getting loaded with sweet grandkids, presents, and awards! Good for you. Happy Pink Saturday.

onlymehere said...

What a fine young grandson you have. I really like the picture of him sitting on the hay bale! Takes me back to living on the farm. Also, I hope he does well at the sporting event today. Congrats on the awards too, they're well deserved! You have a lovely family and I hope you have a lovely day today. Cindy

imjacobsmom said...

Austin you sound awesome! I bet you have heard that one before! Sweetie, you have the cutest grandkids! Congrats on your awards! ~ Robyn

Anonymous said...

Hes a cutie oops I shouldnt of said that right,LOL. Boys are a bit touchy with cute and handsome etc.ha.Congrats on the awards sweetie.The cookies sound yummy. Anything with walnuts YUM.

CJ, The Purple Diva said...

What a nice looking grandson!
And I love those awards you got! You so deserve them for sure!
Thanks for all the kind words to me! And I hope you enjoy your gifts! ♥

Love Bears All Things said...

Congratulations on your award and the wonderful package.
Mama Bear

Nancy said...

Hi Sweetie:
Yet another handsome Grandson. Your family is all good looking and by the sound of it, totally talented in many different ways.
I used to love the kids programs too. We only have Zoe small enough now, and she is too far away. I miss the kids.
Great that you got a gift today and the award too.
Sounds like you are having a good day.
Love Nancy

Connie said...

My goodness, what a surprise, sweet chickee!! I'm thrilled and honored for you to give me this award. I actually do try to make lemonade outta lemons! Just my nature. I'm happy, positive and a witty person and love uplifting people. Maybe you'll enjoy looking at the new pink walls of my house this next week!! Squeeeeeallll.

On a serious note, the anniversary of your loving and lovely daughter has just passed and I'm sure it was a "tender hearted day" for all of your family. Be assured that she is in good hands, sweetpea. The evil person will serve his divine justice someday. I'm sure it was a sad day for you and I want you to know how sorry I am for your loss. I can't even imagine losing a child. But you'll see her again. Of that, I absolutely know and have absolutely no doubt! Be of good cheer and have a wonderful Christmas.

Smooches,
Connie

Anonymous said...

Congratulations on your award! Austin seems like quite a special child. I, ;ike you, just love those school programs. I hope you and your family have a blessed and joyful holiday season.

Anne said...

Your outdoor decorations are just beautiful. I love your blog, it's done so nicely. Wow 16 grandchildren, how nice. It seems like your a really close nit family, how nice. I'm sorry to hear about your daughter. I can't imagine the grief a mother must feel. I'm really sorry. I just loved that grandchildren poem you have on your sidebar. It seems like you have a really nice family. Thank you for visiting my blog.

Kathy said...

What a cutie Austin is, Sweetie!

I'm happy that you enjoyed your awards. You are deserving of both!

Merry Christmas, Sweetie...
Kathy

Denise said...

Handsome grand son for sure........ and congrats on all the awards.... I need to get back to handing out rewards.. Have not handed out any in a while......... Have a blessed Sunday girl ......... You are so blessed with a beautiful family.....

Happy To Be/ Gl♥ria said...

GM Sweetie...thanks for coming by my PINK Saturday..almost did't even made that..got up Friday morning and my monitor was black screen...its had gone out..ordered a new one that won't be here until Wednesday..of course all my pics are on my desk top..so here I am at 4am trying to take new pics and use my laptop..which I hate..but got the job done..then My GD Candace came over to help make cookies and candies and she says Granny why don't you put your old monitor in the barn on your putor..its like you can do that?? well she did and I am back in buisness..these kids are just too smart for this old lady..any hoo thanks again for coming by...hugs and smiles Gloria

Bo said...

Hi Sweetie...oh, another fine looking and smart grandson...I'll bet Christmas at your house is just the best too! And congrats on your wonderful awards...couldn't have gone to a sweeter Sweetie!
Hugs, ♥ Bo