Happy Friday, my friends! It is the first weekend of the brand-new year! From time to time, here in this little space, I like to reintroduce myself and my family just in case anyone reading is new. Let's face it, we are a lot! So, here we go...
Steve and Billie Jo (That's me!)
Met in 1987 ~ Married in 1991
Steve recently retired after thirty-six years in his family's automotive business.
(He loved every single minute!)
He loves people, talking to people, walking, being outside, cars, hunting, and his family.
I am a former elementary school teacher turned happily homeschooling mom.
(I love every single minute!)
I love being home, not talking to people, reading, being inside, TV, napping, and my family.
Our greatest blessings are our four children,
Madison, Peyton, Rhett, and Flynn.
Madison and Nicolas
Madison ~ 27, Married to Nicolas since 2019 ~ Loves tea, makeup, fashion, helping brides find their perfect dress, and Nicolas.
Nicolas ~ From Denmark ~ Loves watching professional soccer, gaming, cooking fancy meals, and Madison.
They live near us with their precious pup, Draper.
Peyton and Christopher
Peyton ~ 23, Married to Christopher since 2021 ~ Loves baking, cooking, homemaking, sharing her love of children as a nanny, and Chris.
Christopher ~ Loves coffee, building things, camping, hiking, computers, and Peyton.
They also live near us with their beautiful pup, Jenny.
Rhett and Kyrstin
Rhett ~ 21, Dating Kyrstin since 2020 ~ Loves cars, gaming, movies, watching football, Mexican food, and Kyrstin.
Kyrstin ~ Loves cats, iced coffee, helping others, holidays, and Rhett.
Rhett lives with us, so we get to see Kyrstin a lot too.
Flynn
Flynn ~ 14, Loves dogs, gaming, reading, movies, tubing, hanging out with her family and friends, and ice cream. She also plays piano and recently got a ukelele. And she really does love homeschooling.
Mocha and Cosmo
Mocha ~ 8, a sweet Yorkipoo ~ Loves apples, cheese, snuggling, and her mom.
Cosmo ~ 7 months, a cuddly Cavapoo ~ Loves Mocha, playing, treats, snuggling, and his new family.
Alright!
You are all caught up.
Have a cozy weekend. We may see some snow here in Pennsylvania!!
See you back here on Monday.
Billie Jo
Even though I feel like I've "known" your family for years, it was fun to get reacquainted. You have such a lovely family...AND you, my friend, look amazing! xx
ReplyDeleteVery nice to meet your family. Each person unique and beautiful in his or her own way.
ReplyDeleteIt's so fun to see your family and dogs and how much y'all enjoy life. Have a wonderful weekend and stay cozy!!
ReplyDeleteI love this! I've been following your blog for a long time but I still learned some new things. Yes, PA is about to get some snow!!! Looks like your way will see more than my part of the state. Stay warm and cozy!
ReplyDeleteLove the info on your family. Love how all your children are so close to you so you can see them often.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful family! When you live near adult children, your life expands!
ReplyDeleteAlthough I've been reading your blog since spring, I was glad to see this introduction and I learned lots more. For instance, I didn't know Rhett was living at home for the favorites of each child. You are very blessed my friend. With two of our three children living far away, we don't get to see them often at all. I do miss my kids. There. I said it.
ReplyDeleteBlessings and hugs,
Betsy
I love reading about you!! Have a great weekend!
ReplyDeleteThis was perfect! Miss you all!! We may be getting some snow here too. I'm excited to be snowed in! Talk soon! Love you!! : )
ReplyDeleteYou have a lovely family.
ReplyDeleteBy the way, I 'm back.
Beautiful family and adorable pups! Have a wonderful weekend and enjoy the snow.
ReplyDeleteWhat a sweet post. Nice to meet all of your family members.
ReplyDeleteDearest Billie Jo,
ReplyDeleteThat was a nice introduction and you can feel proud as the Parents of those 4 + additional family.
Also the pups are true family members and that says a lot about their human Parents.
Hugs,
Mariette
A terrific way to start the new year...we get to know a little more about your lovely family! You've been on my mind...it's obvious you're all so close, that's so, so wonderful! And as mine get older, move on, grow up, I find it so hard...when we've centered ourselves around them, I feel a bit lost (even though I know growing up and chasing dreams is how it's meant to be) I still worry...the world, and some of it's people, can be scary at times...any advice on getting comfortable with all those changes? It looks as if you've done is beautifully!
ReplyDeleteNice to see the pictures of your family and to learn about them. I love Peyton's hair.
ReplyDeleteWhat a lovely family! It was fun to catch-up on all the details. Nice post. See you again soon!
ReplyDeleteThat was fun! I didn't know Nicolas was from Denmark. That's very cool.
ReplyDeleteYou have a beautiful family!
Your family is just so awesome! You know I cracked up when you said you enjoy not talking to people! LOL! Are you me?? Haha! I love the pictures of everyone. Such a beautiful family! Even the sweet little pups!
ReplyDeleteGood memories of your family!!! I read through an old diary I got in 1973 from my Uncle John. 5 years to write things in. I did 4.5 years then quit when I was in CO in the USAF. I need to write more to catch myself up. It has been awhile since I have written in a journal. I enjoyed doing homeschool with our two children. Happy weekend!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful family!
ReplyDeleteYou have a lovely family, Billie Jo. And the are growing up so fast! Xx
ReplyDeleteYou have a nice family, nice to meet you all!
ReplyDeleteI know you know this already, but your family is beautiful! Have a peaceful weekend!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful blog
ReplyDeletePlease read my post
ReplyDeleteWhat a lovely family and I loved Mocha and Cosmos, gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteHi Billie Jo~ Love your family! I've been reading so long, I feel like I know them personally! Beautiful post. Hugs, Barb
ReplyDeleteGood morning, I am thankful to know you for a long time. It is always nice to read about your lovely, loving and happy family. Enjoy your day dear friend. Hugs
ReplyDeleteI'm happy to say that I knew many of these. But I learned a few things too. Flynn looks so grown up in her black dress. These are wonderful photos of the family. And from all the goodies I've seen in the past, Peyton doesn't just bake, she's the Master Baker haha. I enjoyed catching up on all of their lives, Billie Jo.
ReplyDelete~Sheri
Your sweet peeps are all grown up...and yet, you seem to not age!!!! Hugs, Friend
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