Uncle Rob and Aunt Valerie

These were some pictures taken back in May of Colton with Uncle Rob and Aunt Valerie. Can't you just tell that they love their new nephew?

Colton's loves to sleep on someone else's chest.

Rob's first time holding Colton.

Don't you just love that pout?

Colton makes this face whenever he isn't getting his way! Isn't it just the cutest little face??

He literally came into this world knowing how to pout!

Some Pictures from the Beach

Flying High with Daddy!

Colton's first trip to the beach!

Rob and Valerie

ROLL TIDE BABY!!

Eating supper at Grazzi's. It was wonderful!!

Colton's first time standing on the beach with mommy and daddy!

Swimming in the pool wore him out! He literally took about a 2 hour nap each time after swimming. Most of the time, he fell asleep while in the pool because he would get so relaxed!

Colton swimming in the pool.

I've found my toes with the help of Nana.

Aunt Valerie and Colton

Favorite Quotes and Bible Verses

In this stressful world,
Yours is the presence that quiets me,
The voice that calms me,
The touch that comforts me
The love that helps me remember what is most important in each day.

"Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It is not rude, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs. Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth. It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, and always perseveres. Love never fails." - I Corinthians 13:4-8

And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love Him, who have been called according to His purpose." Romans 8:28

"Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus." Philippians 4:6-7

Two are better than one, because they have a good reward for their labor. For if they fall, the one will lift up his fellow… Again, if two lie together, then they have heat: but how can one be warm alone? And if one prevails against him, two shall withstand him, and a threefold core is not quickly broken. ~ Ecclesiastes 4:9-12

My thoughts are completely different from yours", declares the Lord. "And my ways are far beyond anything you could imagine." ~ Isaiah 55:8

"Delight yourself in the Lord and he will give you the desires of your heart." ~ Psalm 37:4

"I came that they may have life, and have it abundantly." ~ John 10:10

"I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me" -Philippians 4:13

For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future. Then you will call upon me and come and pray to me, and I will listen to you. You will seek me and find me when you seek me with all your heart. I will be found by you, declares the Lord, and will bring you back from captivity. -Jeremiah 29:11-14

But in your hearts set apart Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have. But do this with gentleness and respect. 1 Peter 3:15

Then Jesus said," Come to me, all of you who are weary and carry heavy burdens, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you. Let me teach you, because I am humble and gentle at heart, and you will fin rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy to bear, and the burden I give you is light." Matthew 11:28-30

"Be glad for all God is planning for you. Be patient in trouble, and always be prayerful." Romans 12:12

We can make our plans, but the Lord determines our steps."-Proverbs 16:9

"Those who wait on the Lord will find new strength. They will fly high on wings like eagles, they will run and not grow weary, and they will walk and not faint." Isaiah 40:31

"We will not compare ourselves with each other as if one of us were better and another worse. We have far more important things to do with our lives. Each of us is an original." -Galatians 5:26

The Greatest Man in History

The Greatest Man in History, Jesus
Had no servants, yet they called Him Master
Had no degree, yet they called Him Teacher
Had no medicines, yet that called Him Healer
He had no army, yet kings feared Him. He won.
No military battles, yet He conquered the world.
He committed no crime, yet they crucified Him.
He was buried in a tomb, yet He lives today.

Colton's List of Favorite Things

These are a few of his favorite things......

• His pacifier
• Watching Cartoons on the Disney Channel
• Eating -- This boy LOVES his bottle and will let you know when he wants it. It better be ready because if it's not ready when he is, then he will throw a fit!!!
• Morning Time -- He is just the happiest baby in the morning.
• Snuggling with daddy in the morning.
• Riding in the car
• Bananas and cereal for breakfast
• Sitting up -- He has just started sitting up a little with support and now he wants to sit up all the time.
• Swimming and Taking Baths -- He loves the water!!
• Swinging in his swing.

Beach Trip

We just got back from the beach a few days ago and we had such a great time!! Colton loved swimming and relaxing in the pool. Almost every time that we put him in the water he fell sound asleep. It was precious!! Even though the hurricane was suppose to come through Orange Beach, we actually had perfect weather the whole time. It sprinkled a few days but only for a few hours.
While down there, the whole family went shopping and we ate a ton of seafood!!! It was such a wonderful trip and it was so nice just to be together.

Colton just turned 4 months old and is growing so fast! He has started sitting up with support and now he wants to sit up all the time. We think he is also getting some teeth in because he is drooling all the time!! He also is starting to grab toys and most of the time they tend to go straight in his mouth. This little boy is just the cutest little thing and I can't imagine my life without him. I really am such a lucky woman to have such a wonderful baby boy and wonderful husband!!

Pictures will be posted soon of Colton's first beach trip!!

Squealing Boy!!

Last night I was in the kitchen making some chicken salad while Colton was watching some cartoons in the living room. After a few minutes I heard him just a squealing at the TV. I went in to check on him and he was just laughing and smiling at the TV. It was so cute!!

Colton and Daddy

I was lucky enough yesterday to get to go to the movies with mom, Aunt Janice, Aunt Donna and Aunt Melinda while Chris watched Colton in the afternoon. The movie was over around 4pm and I couldn't wait to get home to my two favorite boys! As I opened the door, both Chris and Colton were sound asleep on the floor watching cartoons. It was the sweetest thing!!

Colton's Special Day!!

We dedicated Colton to the Lord on August 3rd at church. By doing this, Chris and I made a promise to the Lord that we would raise Colton up in a loving Christian family and that we would show him the love of Christ each and everyday. This was a very special day and after the service we celebrated with lunch at Nana and Big Daddy's house with the whole family. Poor Colton though was exhausted from the day's celebration and he quickly fell sound asleep on Big Daddy's lap that afternoon.