Georgia on my mind

It's been a bit since I've posted, sorry, it's been chaotic around here. We have moved to Georgia, school started, and everyday life has just taken it's toll.

I can finally say, though, that we are settled. I can now get to various areas around town without staring at my GPS every 4 seconds. We found a church we like. Little Joe has a new doctor in Atlanta. And the little kids are in PRESCHOOL two days a week. Y'all I have freedom!! Someone might need to pull out the fainting salts. LOL

Little Joe turned 8 since my last post. He had some friends over and they had a great time with movies, video games, and silly string. He has settled into 3rd grade really well. Still bringing home great grades and even reading on a 5th grade level!! How can I not be proud of this kid?!

In honor of his belated birthday (sorry Bud) I will list my 8 things I love about Joe.

1. His mind. I love the way he thinks and he is so smart. I can't wait to find out what the future holds for him.

2. Joe's heart. He is a caring and compassionate kid. Be it a dog, a squirrel in the road, or his younger sibling crying he always shows concern.

3. He is so helpful. Joe loves to help, whether it's holding the door or getting the mail he is so willing and it takes a load of of Mama!!

4. His smile. You can't help but smile back.

5. His old man personality. The kid loves weather and the history channel. It cracks everybody up.

6. His eyes. I see his Dad in those eyes.

7. His bravery. The kids is tough. For all that he's been through nothing stops him. He never lets anything medical keep him from doing what he wants.

8. You never forget Joe :). I love the fact that he always leaves an impression with people. We go random places and kids and sometime adults will call "Hey! Joe!" Most people love him and it is easy to see why.

Garrett and Katie are cute and playful and everything a Mama could want. Garrett can stay this age forever!! He is so sweet and still loves his Mama so much I don't ever want him to grow up. Although he is a bit shy in school, he is fitting in really well. He is really enjoying the other kids in his class. And Bug has turned to Miss Independent Diva. She has hit the "princess this and princess that" and "I do it myself" phase. She totally has Big Joe wrapped. He will randomly say "She is the cutest thing ever!" on a daily basis.

Our house in Georgia is fabulous! I have to say it's my favorite thing about living here. It's quiet, spacious, and without plumbing issues ;). We are in the country where I feel most at home, but yet it is a quick drive to the interstate where Joe can get to work fast (too fast actually...already had one speeding ticket since we've been here ...wink wink). We are about 15 minutes to town which surprisingly has a lot to offer. I have found lots of places I want to explore and shop! We are also very near several parks and lakes so needless to say when the temperature cools down (it's HOT) we are headed out there! The only down side is the bugs. Holy moly at the bugs. The day we moved here I was stung by a wasp (in Kentucky) and I am highly allergic (like gasping for air allergic), so when we got here Joe was very aware of the 8 wasp nests hanging from our new home. Ants are everywhere...including my truck (grr) and I killed a scorpion!!! The bugs....are crazy.
Life is just rolling along though. We are so blessed. Although it may have taken a bit longer and had it's frustrations we have settled. I was reminded in a Bible Study this morning of the verse Proverbs 24:16 that says "for a righteous man falls seven times, he rises again." Enjoy your holiday weekend! And stay safe!