The Fourth Part 1

The Fourth of July is a big holiday for the Lovells so Friday night we kicked it off with a camp-out at Heather and Jordan's. No, Allie and I didn't camp, we left that to Matt. But, we did get out and enjoy some early evening fun.

The men and the kiddos had a good time at the pond throwing rocks.


Matt getting ready to taste some of his finger-licking cooking. The Master Chef at his finest.


Little Aidan's first "Redneck Fest." Won't be his last...



Something about babies...

Cricket by the Creek

Matt has been wanting to take Allie to the creek on the family farm for a while now. So, yesterday we loaded up in the pick-up truck and headed that way. Allie absolutely loved it!!! I didn't take her swimsuit so after her diaper got waterlogged, I just took it off and she went bare-bottomed. This is what Matt grew up doing and I think it is really nice getting to share this with Allie.

She's got moves...

I love my little Poo-Poos. She is so cute. The other night we put her shades on and a headband and let her rock out to some tunes on T.V. She loves to dance.

Who eats this stuff?

On a recent trip to the pharmacy, while I was waiting in line for a long time at the drive-thru, I took a close look at the stuff they sell in the window...a pickle in a pouch, pickled eggs and some meat thing in a pouch. Do people really eat this stuff? If there is anyone brave enough to eat this stuff, I like to see it. I have never been through the pharmacy drive-thru and thought "Man, I would like a pickled egg." Or never have I been driving down the road and thought..."Let me pull into the pharmacy a get me a pickle in a pouch." Yummy!!! I think not. What's up with these establishments? Can we not just go in, get our meds, and get out. Oh, no. We have to be overloaded with jewelry, fridge magnets, baby gifts, make-up, cards, candy, balloons, and the list goes on. By the way, who goes to the pharmacy to get a baby gift anyway? And, thanks to all for putting pregnancy tests and Monistat behind the counter. It's not like we are going to manufacture meth with the stuff. Give us a break and let us buy it without having to ask for it...Peace out!!!

Father's Day Part 3

You gotta love him. It has taken me many years to fully appreciate my dad. And, until I became a parent I didn't understand just how much he sacrificed for me. He has always been a good provider for my family, stern disciplinarian and tender hearted man. I love him very much.

Top ten things I love about my dad...

10. He always took care of my car maintenance. I probably never had to be concerned over tire rotations or oil changes until after I was married.
9. Although he drove me crazy telling me not to get credit cards, I understand he was right when I realized I was still paying on an outfit I bought in 1998 in 2003.
8. He always provided me with the best he could. I always had nice clothes to wear, a car to drive and money to spend.
7. He was a softy at times. I knew then and still know, how to wrap him around my finger. Daddies are tenderhearted for their daughters.
6. I think it is neat how tough he still is. He is 51 years old and would still let me punch him in the stomach for the fun of it.
5. I know he will love me unconditionally. He still worries about me even though I am nearly 30. I honestly know he would do almost anything for me.
4. He is always happy to hear my voice.
3. I love to see how amazed he is to be a granddaddy and to see Allie and the accomplishments she makes.
2. When I was in the hospital giving birth to Allie. He was so worried about me. Actually, probably more than anyone else. He kept having to leave the hospital because he was so worried. In a time like that when everyone was excited about the new baby, it was nice for my dad to worry about his baby the way he did.
1. He has been a Christian example for my sister and I throughout the years.


Happy Father's Day...

With Love, Tashia

Father's Day Part 2

Happy Father's Day Matt!!! We love you!!!
Love, Us
Mom & AL

Father's Day Part 1

Saturday night we celebrated Father's Day with PawPaw at Jim and Erica's. It was a lot of fun and Allie was tuckered out by night's end...
How many calories are in those? Aw, yes I can eat a few...Who am I kidding? Allie doesn't care how many calories are in those crutons. Bring on the seconds...