The Countdown Is On!

September 13th, 2009

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We’ve been so busy working on the house that we haven’t taken many pictures of the house lately.  It is coming together so well ~ it is our dream to have an inviting home to share with our friends and family.

Happy Birthdays!

September 11th, 2009

Today is a special day because we celebrate the birthdays of Aunt Michele and Grand Pa-pa.  We are so blessed and thankful for you both!  Happy Birthday!!!

Love, The Pond Family

John & Nancy’s Wedding Shower!

September 8th, 2009

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The happy couple upon arrival to their wedding shower hosted by Judy Angle, Jackie Durrett, and Nancy Hopson, three of Mom’s best friends. 

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Walking up to the party, Poppa and Noelle were in front of me, and Mike and Anna Kate were behind me.  Ahh…

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Our family celebrating with John and Nancy! 

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Beautiful tables that were soon filled with wonderful food and lots of laughter.

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John and Nancy with Nancy’s Mom and Dad, Mike and Sheihla.

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Gorgeous set-up.  It felt like we were at an outdoor party in a movie – Mom has the sweetest friends!

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We were so happy to have a night to relax and unwind with family and friends in Jacksonville.

Sweet sweet girl!

September 4th, 2009

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I was saying, "Get that towel on girl!"  This is Noelle’s mischievous grin – isn’t it cute!?!

Just the Cutest Thing Ever!

September 4th, 2009

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Thank You YouTube!

September 4th, 2009

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Noelle knows how to point, click, and watch different videos on youtube (all princess, of course).  It makes for some great entertainment!

Mike’s 10 year high school reunion

September 3rd, 2009

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We had a blast catching up with everyone last weekend during all the reunion festivities.  The highlight of the weekend for Mike was getting to play golf with the guys on Saturday.  They have such a special bond – it’s the coolest thing to see.

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The girls always love Marcos!

Back to School!

September 2nd, 2009

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Last Thursday was Noelle’s first day of school ~ she was SO excited!

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This is Mrs. Carrie, one of Noelle’s new teachers.  The kid dropped off before Noelle had to be pried off his mom and was kicking and screaming, that’s why Noelle looks really confused in this picture.  She couldn’t wait to kiss me good-bye and go to class!

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Noelle was so giddy today.  Last year she was a "Little Lamb" and this year she is a "Superstar!"  I was taking a picture of the star they gave her on her backpack, and she wanted to add a fairy in the picture as well.  Cool!

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This was Noelle on the first day of school last year.  What a difference a year makes!

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