Happy New Year!

My family and I would like to wish all of my BLOGGING BUDDIES a HAPPY NEW YEAR! Daryl and I have decided to stay home and have a few friends over and bring to New Year in with a BANG! LOL Talk with you guys in 2009...

Please pray for Scott, Wendy & Payton Odom.....

Prize Giveaway!

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Judson's Christmas Pictures!

Another Baby Born!

Just wanted to say congrats to Scott & Wendy Odom. Their Baby Girl Payton was born this morning. She was 7lbs. & 19 in. long. I have heard that Mom & baby are doing fine.

Santa Goodies!

I wanted to post a picture of what Santa brought Judson for Christmas! I will post more later, but here is a picture taken after Santa came. Hope everyone had a Merry Christmas.

Yes! Thank You Lord.....

Well I wanted to let all of you know that Juddy Buddy has made a "come back" before Santa arrives with all his toys and goodies. Thank you guys for all your prayers... Judson was able to go to Ms. Brandy's (sitter) Tuesday, she said he done great never had a fever. It seems he is doing so much better. I am so excited for him... It makes me feel like a kid again. I hope everyone has a wonderful Christmas..

As Tina said, I will be "off line" for a while enjoying time with Judson. I will try to post pics soon of SANTA'S goodies...

Little Prayer!

Needed Prayers.... Judson has been sick since Friday night. He has a sinus/cold infection and problems with his little ears. Please say a prayer for Juddy Buddy that he will be feeling better by the time that Santa brings his toys. Thanks! Love all you guys and hope that everyone has a Merry Christmas!

My helper (taking ornaments off the tree)!

We moved the gate last night to snap a couple of pictures and it did not take long for him to grab a ornament and start chewing the end of it. I wish I had 1/2 the energy Judson has...

Give Mommy The BOX!

This is something for a 10 month old to carry around the house. Yes, this box was his parents. lol It was beside the trash can in the kitchen and he picked it up like he was buying it from the store. He loves to play with boxes and empty plastic bottles. He was so dang cute I had to take a picture.

Don't take my box!

No Judson.....

I will tell you guys... this little boy is into whatever he can get his hands on. He is not doing any crawling anymore. He is walking and trying to run everywhere. Kelly Vann, I don't know how you survived it with twins. I am running here and there.... I can't hardly keep up. I love this little guy, but he sure keeps me on the move.

Juddy Buddy

My little BLESSING!

Well I guess Tina and Nancy have me geared up this morning reading their blogs. I have so many blessings in my life. Of course Judson is one of my many blessings and my wonderful husband and my Mother. I am thankful for my health, my family & friends and much more. When I think about what God has blessed me with, I know I have alot to be proud of. I feel great today.... I want to wish everyone a Merry Christmas.... Hope Santa will be good to everyone... Love you all.... Oh, sorry about Judson's little private area showing. He looks as if he is posing for the nude magazine. LOL Hope everyone has a wonderful day, and think about your blessings and what you have to be proud of.

Oh Christmas Tree.. Oh Christmas Tree!!!

Christmas Tree 2008!

Open House!

Lets have a little (open house) for us bloggers at Christmas. Michele has already done this, but she can surely do it again. Everyone that has there Christmas Tree up in your home, please take a picture and post on your blog. I think that would be a neat thing to see everyone's tree. Watch me, I will be the one that forgets to take a dang picture. LOL

Balloon!!!!!

I just wanted to share this video with you guys. Ganny brought Judson a balloon home to him. He loved it. Take a look....

Show some Christmas Love...

I was thinking I could share some Christmas Cards with my Blogging Buddies! I do have some of your addresses, but some I do not have. I will be glad to share some Christmas love to you guys if you will e-mail me your address to frogharrell@yahoo.com or if you don't care about your address being exposed to others, you may leave it when you post a comment. I will reply back to you with my address. I think it will be nice to share addresses for Christmas.. Thanks!

Hello Grandpa and Grandma Smith!

Just wanted to post some pictures of Troy & Nancy (Daryl's parents). I happened to take some pictures when they stopped in on Sunday after church. Judson loves seeing his Grandparents! Hugs and Kisses to Grandpa and Grandma Smith...........

Happy Belated Birthday Ganny!

I have been so busy with Judson,Picture appts, Christmas tree and work, I forgot to BLOG about my Moms birthday. Sunday( November 23) was her birthday, we went shopping all day. We had a wonderful time. Happy Birthday Mom (Ganny)! We love you very much!

You can draw your Social Security Check now, you have turned 62. Be proud Mom.. I hope I look as good as you when I turn 62... Damn, I feel 62 some days. How about yall?

Shannon, Judson & Jeannette (Ganny)

Reflections Of A Mother

I wanted to share this poem one my dearest friends Bonnie Langdale shared with me...

This is for you Mothers and "soon to be Mothers"...

I gave you life, but cannot live it for you. I can teach you things, but I cannot make you learn. I can give you directions, but I cannot be there to lead you. I can allow you freedom, but I cannot account for it. I can take you to church, but I cannot make you believe. I can teach you right from wrong, but I cannot always decide for you. I can buy you beautiful clothes, but I cannot make you beautiful inside. I can offer you advice, but I cannot accept it for you. I can give you love, but I cannot force it upon you. I can teach you to share, but I cannot make you unselfish. I can teach you respect, but I cannot force you to show honor. I can advise you about friends, but cannot choose them for you. I can advise you about sex, but I cannot keep you pure. I can tell you the facts of life, but I can't build your reputation. I can tell you about drinking, but I can't say "no" for you. I can warn you about drugs, but I can't prevent you from using them. I can tell you about lofty goals, but I can't achieve them for you. I can teach you about kindness, but I can't force you to be gracious. I can warn you about sins, but I cannot make you moral. I can love you as a child, but I cannot place you in God's family. I can pray for you, but I cannot make you walk with God. I can tell you how to live, but I cannot give you eternal life.

This poem is for my son Judson Harrell Smith. I pray I will always be a positive reflection in your life. Mommy loves you Juddy Buddy...

Judson loves visitors!

This weekend was full of fun.. Judson had his pal Chance over Friday night to play. They played their little hearts out until it was time to go night-night. Saturday my step-sister called and she said that she and Brett were coming to see us. We don't get to see each other that much because our parents are not together, but we still try to see each other when we can. We had a good visit Saturday and it was good to get caught up on everything. Judson enjoys visiting with all his company. Can't wait til next time.

Aunt TT & Judson

Ganny reading a book to Judson & Chance

Thank you Mandy, Donielle & Michele

I received this award from my blog friends Mandy, Donielle & Michele. I am honored to accept this award and I will display it proudly on my blog spot, I really enjoy blogging and keeping everyone up to date with our life with Judson. So thank you for being a part of my life as my blogger buddies.

Now allow me to give you some explanation of the purpose of the Proximade- one creates one's blog and one makes posts to it over the course of time , one receives comments and develops regular readers and via reading each others pages exchanging comments one grows "closer" to these people, so via blogging one moves into closer proximity to some individuals than one might not otherwise have come into contact with & acknowledging this friendship, this proximity-one earns a proximade.

I think all of my blogging buddies have been selected!

A Big Mess!

Can anyone give me any tips on how to keep a baby clean when you are feeding them. That is the only one thing that gets Mommy's nerves in bundle. I have ruined alot of bibs and clothes from feeding him baby food. Now I just feed him with his clear plastic bib and a diaper. Does anyone have any suggestions? Take a look at this video!

It won't be like this for long!

I wanted to share this song with you guys.. Everyone has told me how fast our children grow up, but this song really caught my attention. Tears just fell down my face when I listened to this song, because it won't be like this for long, and it is flying by me. Go to the website below. Do not do anything. The song will start playing. Darius Rucker was the lead singer for Hootie & the blowfish. I love his voice.

www.myspace.com/dariusrucker

Can I do this?

Well I am so excited.. My little man is doing a little stepping these days. Bless his heart, he is trying as you can see in the video. Take a look....

Making friends!!!!!!!!!!!

Judson has been busy these past few days with his buddies stopping by the house to get some play time in. Chance, Robbie and Stephanie (Lassiter) came over Monday night so the kids could play. Tuesday, Brandi and Trace (Farmer) came over to see us. It has been a good weekend besides Judson being sick with his cold... But his cold has not slowed him down from trying to walk. He is taking 4 or 5 steps at a time. So I guess it want be long before he is running around the house. It is hard to believe that he is walking @ 9 months. Lord I know I will not have a Christmas tree up long, before he distroys it. lol

Trace & Judson giving each other a hug.

Judson trying to hug Chance.. hold on..... the dog is turning over!

Busy Friday Morning!

This Friday morning has been a busy one. Last night Judson started with a runny nose and sneezing and a low grade fever. He did not sleep well at all last night. We get up this morning and I am getting ready for work and Ganny calls and she is sick with a virus. As most of you know that I have to be at work @ 7:30 a.m. and Daryl has to be at work @ 5:45, so MaMa(Ganny) comes to my house around 7:00 for me to get to work on time and she takes Judson to Brandy's for me. Anyway, I had to finish my (month end report) to send to Raleigh today. So I could not stay at home. I called the phone nurse @ Greenville Peds and she said he needs to be seen, she said he may have a sinus infection. Keep in mind I was just at the doctors office Monday for Judson's checkup. I explained that I was over an hour away, so we discussed it and I am going to take him to Tonya this afternoon.

Lord, this fast lane never slows down. But the good lord has a smile on my face today because its Friday and we are going to make the best of this weekend. Pray for Judson and Ganny that they will soon be back on their feet and feeling much better.

I posted this picture because my little fella was sick in this picture. This was in the Surgi Center the morning before he had his tubes put in his ears. Mommy loves you Juddy Buddy....

Costume Party @ VPCC!

Here are a few pictures from the Halloween Party at the country club. It was fun seeing everyone dressed up. Of course Daryl and I did not dress up this year. I did have more pics, but I could not post them all. Here are some I just picked!

Jessica & Adam

Heath, Kelly & Ryan

Jamie & Tina

Jamie & Donny

Shelley, Sheryl, Tina, Danny & I will let you guess who the lady is backed up to them.. (Wade)

Family play date.. with Sara Grace

MaMa Harrell & Judson

Aunt Jerri, Sara & Judson

Sara (Cutie Pie)

Judson & Sara

Judson and I were busy again Monday. Judson had a doctors appt. in Greenville for 9 month checkup @ 10:30 a.m. His checkup went well, he weighs 23 lbs. 10 oz. & 30 inches long. After that we had to make a run to Babies r us. I came back to Ahoskie and I ran by Daddy's grave to put flowers on his grave, then @ 1:30 p.m. went to the (Ahoskie House) to pick up my MaMa Harrell and then to Winton to see my Aunt Judy ( my Daddy's sister). We had been planning to do this for so long and someone always had plans (me), so... it finally happened. We had a great time seeing everyone and Judson really enjoyed Sara. My cousin Christy is Sara's mother. Sorry Christy and Lisa.... We had a wonderful time. We need to schedule another date we all can attend. It was great seeing MaMa Harrell, Aunt Judy, Sara and Aunt Jerri. Hope we can do it again soon.

Judson Harrell Smith - Halloween 2008

Judson gel did not hold up for this picture! lol

Ready to rock-n-roll!

My microphone will not work!

We had a great time with Judson trick-or-treating, but we only went to a couple of houses in our neighborhood. He didn't know what was going on. He did enjoy seeing the others that came by to visit and he did enjoy some chocolate after we got in. Of course I had to take the entire costume off to change a diaper, so he did not have it on long after 7.

All Shook Up

I can't hold back anylonger.... I had to post pictures of my "HUNK OF BURNING LOVE" !!!! He had me all shook up last night..It was so funny watching him with his glasses and microphone and I love his Bling/Bling around his neck.. This child acted as if he knew what he was doing. Anyway, this is not the finished product. We done a quick practice last night (after his bath) to make sure he was not going to eat his microphone LOL.. This picture his hair is not fixed, because I did not want to wash it again. We are going to fix him up this afternoon with some moose and gel so that this will look like the original Baby Elvis! So stay tuned for more pics of the KING..

I was TAGGED!

I was Tagged
by Mandy

1. Go to pictures
2. Upload the 4th picture
3. Of the 4th picture folder
4. Tag 4 of your friends

This is the Rusult:


Yes, its a picture of my little man Judson. This was taken back in July when I let him get in Mommy's big bath tub with bubbles and he loved it. He was so amazed by the water coming from the faucet. He would put his hands under the running water and try to grab it. It was to funny.

It will not be long....

Well I don't think it will be much longer before my little man will be walking.. He gets behind his little toy and he goes. Watch here..

Happy Birthday to Grandaddy Harrell!

Well today is my Daddy's Birthday! He would be 67 years old if I can do the math correctly. Judson and I went by to visit his grave Monday in Ahoskie. I wish Judson was awake and of course he was sleeping so soundly. Anyway, I know Daddy knew that we stopped by to see and talk with him. It seems everytime we stop by Judson is sleeping... Happy Birthday Daddy and Judson wants to wish Grandaddy a very Happy Birthday.. We love you and miss you!

Judson's play date with Trace!

Well Judson and I had a busy day Monday! Brandi and I made plans for the boys to play together. They done great playing together. Trace did not really understand why Judson could not keep up with him walking, but I think Judson will be walking the next time they play together. Judson wanted to wrestle it appears in one picture, but Trace was a big boy and let Judson do whatever he wanted. We wanted Brandi and Trace to know that we had a wonderful time playing. Hope to see you guys soon!

Mommy & Judson

Trace, Judson and Shannon

Judson & Trace wrestling!

Brandi helping Judson with (Sweeping Sam)!

Trace looking at his Mommy!

I have VOTED!

Well thanks to Tina for informing me about the website for "Voting in honor of a Veteran". I received it by mail Monday and I have been proudly wearing it.

As most of you know, my father passed away many years ago in 1990 with colon cancer. His name was Bobby Ray Harrell and he was well known by his nickname "Frog" Harrell. He is greatly missed everyday and I wish more than anything he was here to see his Grandson Judson! I know he would be so dang proud of Juddy Buddy...

So, today I decided that I was going to vote in honor of Judson's Grandfather. Remember you can vote early so take advantage of this... because your vote does count!

I must say I am on the sad side today, my co-worker and friend Debra Barber has lost her mother and best friend due to a battle with lung cancer. Please say a prayer for my friend Debra and her family. Debra, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family....

Judson loves to Wrestle!

Judson loves to get in the floor with Daddy or Mommy and play or have a small tussle! The little fella is getting rough. He pinches, pulls hair and I guess he will be bitting soon. We found his 2nd tooth at the top!

Warming up before the match!

Judson already has Daddy down on the floor pinching his nose!

Do you see the BOSS of this house! LOL

I wonder WHY?

Sometimes I ask myself why would Judson rather play with certain things when he has an entire floor full of toys? He loves to play with plastic bottles, such as this diet pepsi bottle.

He was so funny.. He was chasing this bottle all over the floor and he would turn up the bottle and look down in the bottle and he could not figure out why he was not getting any Pepsi.

We buy toys and the Grandparents buy toys, and he rather play with a hairbrush or a plastic bottle. At least we know Santa does'nt have to spend lots of money this CHRISTMAS.. LOL!

Judson & Daddy playing in the dog!

Color is not good, but it's cute!

Judson's dog!

Waiting for Daddy to play with with him in the dog!

Judson and Daddy playing in the dog!Waiting on you Ma-Ma!

We had a relaxing weekend! Friday night I had the Premier Party at my house for Tina and we had a good time and I earned lots of (free) jewelry. Saturday the whole family was lazy Daryl, Judson and I went to Los Amigos for dinner and we came home and played with Judson in his dog that Ganny bought for him. He has not played in it much, but lately he has showed some interest in it. Sunday Daryl cooked a big pot of chili at Robbie and Stephanie house and the guys watched the ball game of course. Ganny (Jeannette) wanted to keep Juddy Buddy for a couple of hours, so that gave Daddy and Mommy a break. Oh forgot to tell you guys that Judson has a little tooth coming in! You can see that it is broken the skin, but it's not all the way through. I thought the little guy would never get a tooth.