family of five: Addie is 3!

Saturday, June 14, 2008

Addie is 3!

Happy Birthday sweet Addie! We are constantly amazed by you- by the way you love, the way you play, the way you pretend, and by your endless energy! We see God growing you and changing you every day. What a privilege it is to be your parents!

sweet sweet baby Addie - one day old

one year old

2 years old

3 years old

12 comments:

gretchen said...: Give Addie a big birthday hug from me and Charlie!; Saturday, June 14, 2008 at 10:04:00 AM PDT
ashley said...: Oh Happy Birthday sweet Addie!!! You've grown into such a beautiful little girl and it's exciting to think of all that the Lord has planned for you. Tell her that Ashley and Anna said Happy Birthday!; Saturday, June 14, 2008 at 10:46:00 AM PDT
themac's said...: What a sweet little girl you have. Happy Birthday Addie!!!; Saturday, June 14, 2008 at 11:54:00 AM PDT
annalee said...: happy happy birthday miss addie! i can't wait to see you on tuesday and hear all about how you spent your special day today!; Saturday, June 14, 2008 at 1:06:00 PM PDT
Ashley said...: Happy Birthday Addie! You are such a big girl now! We can't wait for your princess party and we love you!; Saturday, June 14, 2008 at 6:32:00 PM PDT
Anonymous said...: Happy Birthday Miss Addie!! We love you!!!; Saturday, June 14, 2008 at 6:40:00 PM PDT
Felicia said...: love the shirt! Did you make that? Happy Birthday Addie!; Saturday, June 14, 2008 at 8:05:00 PM PDT
Sara S. said...: Hope the birthday princess enjoys her special day! Addie could not be cuter!; Saturday, June 14, 2008 at 8:49:00 PM PDT
Val said...: Happy birthday Addir from Maelynn and Beclynn - they have a couple things for you when we see you next!! I hope your birthday was everything you wanted!!; Sunday, June 15, 2008 at 7:50:00 AM PDT
emk said...: Um, Natalie, aren't there supposed to be FIVE points on that crown??!! :-) Happy Birthday to Addie!!!; Monday, June 16, 2008 at 8:55:00 AM PDT
Sunni at The Flying Mum said...: Wow, she has really grown! Love the birthday shirt!; Thursday, June 19, 2008 at 11:21:00 AM PDT
Bicky said...: I love the pictures of her at different ages. It is so fun to see them all in a row and watch her grow up! it happens so fast...; Saturday, June 28, 2008 at 10:56:00 PM PDT

our kids

The life of a coach and his family is one not understood by many. My favorite coach is one I'm proud to stand behind, cheer for, and work beside. I'm thrilled to haul the kids and all their gear across Texas every Friday night in the fall to be there for him. And I'm blessed that he wants us there. I love the way he searches the stands for us before every kick off, signing 'i love you' before he turns his attention to the field. I love watching him during games. I've seen him run the sidelines as his running back breaks for a touchdown. I've seen him embrace players who have just made big mistakes. I've seen him 'bump' guys that have made winning plays. I've seen him passionately discuss with other coaches. I've seen countless numbers of players come up to him after every game for a hug and a pat on the back. I've watched as young men from years past drive in from college to watch a game from the sidelines and see Coach T. And when I see all this, I know this crazy life we have is not just about winning games or going to the playoffs. It's about perseverance, integrity and character. And it's about the kids. My husband may not work at a church, but he is in the ministry and I'm proud to be the football coach's wife.