A Night in the Life...Thursday, Oct. 25

Last night all of the Smith's were at home, including our adopted brother, Beau (his mom was out of town). Here are some photos of what we were up to.

Melissa was cleaning her room...finally catching up on laundry : )

Josiah and Beau were playing Call of Duty. They brought Beau's computer over and set it up in the dining room so they could both play at the same time! It was hilarious to listen to them talk as they went to battle... "Get out of there!" "I'm behind the rock." What a team!

Mom and Dad retired fairly early...








...and me...Consequence of procrastination...enough said.

Team Bonding

This past weekend my team and I took a "team bonding" trip to the outer banks. We had a lot of fun! I am so grateful to God for allowing me to be apart of the Lady Marlins. All the girls are so kind to me. They are great friends. This trip only pumped us up more for the season! We can't wait until our first game - Nov 16th - in the "Fish Tank" at VWC :)

Me and Coach Payne...It has been a blast to have Sally as assistant coach this year!

Dre, Me and Chelsey

Bailey and Me

A rainbow on the ride there

Me and Tonia

Sovereign Grace Church - 20th Anniversary!

This past weekend was our Church's 20th Anniversary! On Saurday night we had a celebration which started out with a grand musical, followed by words from our dear pastors and then a slide show. It was really fun and very encouraging to see all the ways that God has blessed our church through the years! He has been so gracious to us. I can't imagine life without SGC and I am so grateful for the way it represents God's Kingdom here on earth. Through the guidance of our humble pastors we have been taught to keep the gospel the main thing! Here are some pictures of us hanging out after the party and of the clean-up crew...thanks for serving boys!

Our Daddy

Dad's birthday was this past Sunday. Happy 48th Dad!

Dad, we are so grateful for all you do for us! Thank you for working so hard to provide for us. Your zeal and excitement for every new day is contagious! You are the smartest person we know... Dad can fix anything or figure out the most efficient way of going about a task. Thanks for being the best basketball coach and the best boss ever! Thank you for leading our family in the Lord, for praying for us, for loving us, for being an example of what diligence and hard work looks like. Thank you for your continual joy! Thank you for setting the example of what a godly husband looks like, so that your sons can model after you and your daughters know what to look for in a man. Thanks for all the b-ball games in the front yard, and hide and go seek in the dark, and for allowing all the wear and tear on our house so that we can have our wild parties! Thanks for helping us go to college too!
We love you so much dad!!!!!
Happy Birthday

Fall is here

This week mom and I got out the fall decorations! Here's some pics of how we decorated.


Things that remind me of fall... colorful leaves, apple pie, candy corn, cool, crisp weather, carmeled apples, cozy and warm house with candles lit, football, the sound of wind rustling through the leaves.

Great Minds Think Alike!

This Sunday when Melissa, Coleman and I showed up for worship practice, we were all dressed alike... black shirts and gray pants!

When I was little, well actually not too long ago, I hated matching with anyone, especially my sister. My mom always dressed us like twins and people would even ask if we were (which is pretty funny because I was always a head taller then Mel!). Why did I hate it so much? What was wrong with matching my sister? It was my pride. I wanted to look different. I wanted to look better. I did not want my sister to copy me in what I wore...how dumb!

Sin makes us dumb. It blinds us. A few years ago I probably would have changed my clothes before leaving for church. How funny it is that we get tripped up on trivial things like this, but boy, that is what really goes on in my heart all the time. Through the Lord's conviction and my mom's guidance I was able kill this fleshly desire and learn to love matching with my best friend in the whole world!

Melissa and Coleman, I counted it a privilege to be able to match with you guys on Sunday! Thanks for being my friends.

Happy Birthday Dear Mother!

Today is Mom's 45th Birthday!

Mom we are so thankful that the Lord has given us you as our mom. Thank you for serving us and loving us unconditionally. Thanks for all the meals you've made, loads of laundry you've washed, rides you've given, fights you've helped to resolve, for not only putting up with our crazy parties but joining in on the fun, for being our dear friend, for hurting when we hurt, for letting us talk to you passed midnight on your bed when you're trying to go to sleep, for all the laughing fits while shopping... the list goes on and on!
Most of all thank you for shepherding our hearts. We are forever grateful for your probing questions, wise council and gentle correction. You are always quick to point us to the gospel and comfort us with the fact that God will be faithful.
Mom thank you for showing us how to battle sin and how important it is to have our quiet times. You are so humble to confess your struggles and sin and always ask for observation. Thank you for being an example of how to walk out our Christian faith. WE LOVE YOU MOM!