Wednesday, June 3, 2009

Reaping our Rewards

Train a child up in the way it should go and when he is old he will not turn from it.
Provers 22:6
Today both my daughters were inducted into the National Junior Honor Society. I feel like this was one of the days of "reaping what we're sewing". It is such a struggle to handle the busy lives of kids these days. I feel like I am always "pushing" them to become their best selves. It was so good to see their hard work paying off and that they have friends with the same goals.
Of all of our 7th graders this was the small group that was chosen.

Jimmy and Mom~Mom were so proud of the girls!!!
I'm kinda beaming huh?
I love that they are friends with such a great group of kids...this is so important!!!!

6 of my Cheerleaders were inducted.....that is such an honor when you consider that 3 of them play another sport on top of cheering and they all still manage to make great grades and stay out of trouble!!! Thank you Lord, for the "help" you are giving me in training my children.

Saturday, May 9, 2009

Mothers & Daughters

Last night was the "Mother/Daughter Banquet" @ my mom's church. Here I am with my mom and my sister....I know they look just alike....me, not so much. But, isn't it weird how even that can be passed down to the next generation?See, I have one that looks just like me and one...not so much, but she does kinda look like she could be my sister's child and greatly resembles my mom too. Mom & Angie were named "Mother/Daughter Look-a-Like"Aren't they beautiful????
This is all 5 of the "Reynolds" women.....we are truly blessed!
After spending the evening together of two things I am CERTAIN, the older I get the wiser my mom gets, (hehehe) and my favorite quote is so very true.... if you bungle raising your children, nothing else you do well really matters....Mom, "well done":)

Friday, May 1, 2009

That's what's missing:(


In the past week I've been able to see two of my "long lost friends" Kris & Ann Marie. The picture is of me & Kris. Ann took one on her phone, but I haven't seen it. I use to do such a great job keeping up with my girlfriends, but it seems like once the kids started playing sports that got harder and harder to do. Because all these girls are just as busy as I am running with their kids when we do find the time to get together we really appreciate it. I'd love to say that I'm going to do better at keeping in touch with the girls whose friendship means so much to me.....but I won't.......however; I will say...I TREASURE my lil run ins with them. I'll be on a natural high for a week or so just after my visits this week.

Sunday, April 26, 2009

Why my parents don't see me.

After talking with my mom this evening, I started feeling a little guilty (as I often do) about having to catch her up with our life through a phone conversation. So, mom here's why I didn't get to see you this weekend.
Ali had a tennis match....she's doing rather well for this to be her "off season" event.....the thing that keeps her busy when she's not cheering.

Trey had 5...count em' 5 baseball games Sat. & Sun. His team won 2 lost 3 and is now 6-3 for the season. He pitched yesterday:) and played 2nd base like he owned it!!!!
Callie's been very busy with track and like Ali......is blowing our mind with how well she is doing at her "just til cheerleading starts back sport". She is now doing hurdles and the 200 meter dash where she placed 3rd the other night. Her relay team has taken several 1st in their events so far (3 of the 4 girls on the relay team are my cheerleaders...I think I've trained them well).
This is her relay team.....doesn't this look like a wheaties box cover?????

Sunday, April 19, 2009

I have been blessed.

I've been very negative here lately. I'll blame it on the weather and my crazy schedule instead of admitting that I can sometimes be a "wollower". I've made that word up to describe a characteristic in people that really annoys me. I always just want to say "suck it up and go on". So, I've decided that I need to take my own advice and realize what I've been blessed with....
My boys....Trey & Jimmy....although I had to miss the game yesterday to go w/Ali to her Tennis Tourn. the two of them had a blast at the game....and I do realize what a blessing it is that my husband spends what little extra time he has coaching our son's baseball team.My dad, although he is very sick and still has good days and bad, is such a blessing to our family...especially the grand kids!My family, although I don't get "Home" near as much as I should...there's nothing like a trip to that farm to take my entire stress level down at least 5 notches....I know, I know, that in itself should get me there more often.My kids, even though they live in the most "fast paced" world they still enjoy the same things that I did at their age....nothing like driving a car up the mile long dirt road to the farm...this was Ali's 1st time and I must say she did quite well, especially since her sister was having prayer in the backseat for her safety.Callie's been driving that road since she was very young...1st in our laps then on her own...doesn't she look very comfortable:) Of course no one was praying and making a scene as she drove...hahahaMy sister....she's the one person who will ALWAYS tell me the truth....even if it's hard to hear. She's also the one person who will laugh at everything I say...she really does bring out the best in me and she's soooo good with my girls:)
Thank you Lord, for dealing with me gently and reminding me just how "blessed" I am.

Friday, April 10, 2009

Chan Man


Last night my nephew Chandler broke the KY High School State Record for most consecutive scoreless innings pitched!!!! He broke the record with 37 and is now at 43.....this is even more amazing when you consider he's only a sophomore and obtained this record while pitching in the Dist., Regional, & State Tourn.....not exactly easy games. I'm just sooooo proud of him. The best thing about nephews... you can brag on their accomplishments....mommies don't get to do that...we/they have to be humble...So Cindy, this is for you!!! Wow....what a great night!!!!

Tuesday, March 31, 2009

On On U of K!!!

Seriously, was this SO hard? He's who I wanted when Tubby left. I couldn't be more EXCITED!!!

My heart will forever bleed Blue....but this makes it easier.....it's really been hard for a long while. Isn't it funny how something like this can just make everything else Better!!!

Wednesday, March 18, 2009

I'm Ready for Some Baseball

Maybe it's because I'm more than ready for some warm weather....Maybe it's because I LOVE my new camera.....

Maybe it's because I can see how much Dad's "constructive criticism" is REALLY paying off...

Maybe it's because they do this together....and I'm not sure who loves it more.......
Or maybe it is just because He's so CUTE........
But mommy is more than ready for some BASEBALL!!!!!





Wednesday, February 11, 2009

I thought I'd have a house full of boys........

Me & Garran.....the thing I miss most about home......Me & Chandler.....the thing that quickly made this home........
I remember always thinking I'd be a great "boy mommy". I always knew I wanted a house full of children and just assumed they'd be boys. Well, I started with Callie and quickly learned that little girl was the most amazing thing that could happen to anyone. Next came Ali, another one of a kind miracle in my life. I had the two most wonderful daughters in the world and yet they were complete opposites. Although I fell in love with Trey (as anyone who meets him does) way before he was mine....he didn't "need me"....Trey came to love me and let me be his mom on his own time and he nor I would have it any other way. But recently I realize what a blessing my nephews are to me. Being an Aunt is without a doubt one of the greatest joys in my life. Unlike being their mommy, an aunt gets to love, brag, laugh, brag, goof, brag....and never worry about what mistakes we're making. You don't have to question every move you make...thats mommy's job and these two boys have "just the mommy they need". You can tell what a great job these ladies have done after being around either of these boys for 5 minutes. Now mind you, the sweet, handsome, respectful boy you'll meet is the same one thats giving his mom more grief and worry than she ever deserved, but because she doesn't let him get by with it.....I get to be "the aunt" without worry. I love these boys and I'm so thankful to have both of them in my life. And I'm even more grateful for how they "look out" for my daughters. Its amazing how protective and proud they are (in their own cool, quiet way). I should also mention I have another nephew, Jaxon who's just as wonderful as these two....but like Trey once was, Jaxon doesn't need me and I'm sure if either of his other aunts blog....you could read a book. haha

Friday, February 6, 2009

Somewhere In Between

Maybe its the weather, it feels like we're somewhere in between the worst of winter and the first of spring, but lately I feel like I'm "teetering" on the edge of who I am and who I want to be. Somewhere between the girl I was (although I have such wonderful memories I'm so grateful God saved me from her) and the women I want to be.
Somewhere between the girlfriend I was....... And the wife I want to be......Somewhere between the cheer coach thats a hero to some.....
and the exact opposite to others on the same team.....
I think as women in general we struggle to find balance. Like so many others I've spread myself too thin and feel like I'm "half-way" doing so many jobs that my heart is "all the way" in. But like so many other times in my life when I couldn't seem to find the balance I'm turning to one of my favorite scriptures Jerimiah 29:11... "For I know the plans I have for you, plans to prosper you and not to harm you. Plans to give you hope and a future."
And although I will ALWAYS be the girl thats somewhere in between what makes sense...like the way I cling to scripture and listen to "Seether" to get me through ....that I can handle because it only affects me. But when my actions affect so many other lives (especially those of children, mine & others) thats when the "teetering" bothers me.







Sunday, February 1, 2009

Trey's ready for Super Bowl....


Trey is so ready to support his team and Favorite Player Polamalu #43......GO STEELERS!!! Mommy just likes the commercials & half time show:)

Saturday, January 31, 2009

Having a ball...wish WE were there


Still gone to my happy place...

Friday, January 30, 2009

I've Gone to My HAPPY PLACE....

I seriously think I have that disorder where you get depressed when you've gone too long without sun. So....in my head I am now at the Outer Banks!!! I'll be back when all this snow melts.

Wednesday, January 28, 2009

Another Snow/Family Day

Jimmy & I drove to Paintsville this afternoon to go to Lowe's and I was amazed by how many people were w/out power. A couple of my cheerleaders and their families were affected and although I've touched base with them and know they're ok, it made me feel very sheltered and blessed to be having such a wonderful snow break. I'm praying for all those who are not so fortunate. On a lighter note...my family & I are learning a lot during our break....Like...Don't mess with Callie when chocolate is involved.
I'm so blessed by the friends my girls have.....yes we finally got Callie outside.
I'm so glad Chan realizes how much Trey looks up to him. He never lets him down.

Tuesday, January 27, 2009

SNOW DAYS

Don't you just love snow days??? Especially when Dads snowed in too!!!!


He loves to play as much as they do.


Just who will he take out with this one???


Ali's havin a blast.

Dad & Trey


Chelsea is here too.


Princess, just not that in to COLD...rather read "Twilight".

Sunday, January 25, 2009

This time she even amazed me.


This is my "Callie Bug". My think for herself, do it herself, speak for herself daughter. I get a lot of heat from everyone (my husband, family, friends, her...) for just how tough I am on her. But I know HER...if you let up a little she'll abuse it a lot. I see her true potential and don't want her to waste any of it. Well, today she even amazed me and I just wanted to share a rundown of her day.
*Up at 6:45 eating, dressing, preparing for a full day
*8:00am at the local Christian School ready to compete in District Academic meet.
*8:56 still waiting to compete...suppose to start at 8:30 sharp so our cheerleaders could compete in cheer competition 45 min. away.
*9:00 Finally taking academic test
*9:20 pulled from test after only finishing 36 of 60 ?'s because she has to start her 45min. drive
9:30 Because they're 15 min. behind schedule & 16 other cheerleaders are depending on her she says this car ride was more like a plane ride (my hubby was driving....I don't want to know???)
*10:00 arrives a MAC to compete in 1st cheer division with just enough time to take off warm-up & put on skirt.
*Between 10:00-12:00 performs in two cheer divisions hitting every tumbling pass & stunt skill
*2:00 finds out she placed 1st in the District at Academic meet.
I'm proud of you Callie. You're an amazing lil girl:)

Sunday, January 18, 2009

Sometimes I just want to be the Mommy....

My family spent the day at a cheer competition. I'm lucky enough to have my girls love the same sport (Yes...Cheerleading is a sport) and I am their coach. Although being the coach allows me to spend sooo much time with them, have control over just how disciplined their squad is, and truly know their friends...sometimes I wish I could just be the mommy. As a coach I can't take pictures (but dad is always there camera in hand) and I can't praise my girls as individuals (even when the deserve it...I tend to be much harder on them than the others.) By the time we get to the privacy of our own home...we're all cheered out and I often forget to tell them just what talented girls they are and how very proud I am of both of them.

This is Callie doing the most wonderful job as a main base. She takes so much pride in protecting her flyer...she's also landing a roundoff, backhandspring, layout in our tumbling section. Not bad for a little girl who could barely land a handspring in last years routine.

This is Ali...what a flyer. She really takes advantage of her sisters great base skills. She's amazing too..and is landing roundoff, tucks in our routine on top of being our #1 and most consistent flyer.

Add their skills with many other girls and you get another 1st place trophy....Mommy's proud of you girls.