My Cousin Missy

Missy

This week, my cousin Missy went on vacation with her brother and his family and passed away in her hotel room. Our entire family is shocked and saddened. She was only 42 years old.

She drove up to the resort in North Carolina from her home in Jacksonville, Fl. They had dinner and spent some time together and she said she was tired and wanted to go to her room and rest for the night. The next morning, when she didn't meet my cousin Foster and his family for breakfast, they went to check on her and found her dead.

The medical examiner told my aunt and uncle that it appears that she died from heart disease. She was cremated and the service was held in Jacksonville yesterday.

What's so bizarre is that her husband also died (almost 3 years ago). They went to sleep and she woke up to find him dead in the bed next to her. I take comfort in knowing that she and her husband are reunited once again.

We never know what tomorrow has in store for us, so don't hesitate to tell your family and friends how you feel about them and don't take life for granted.

CoCo at 7 Months

Our niece Callie turned 7 months old on July 24th. She is the cutest thing. She has the most pleasant demeanor and is a very happy baby. She loves playing with her big sister Cameron.

Callie Ann

I can't wait for Baby Parker to be here so he can play with his two cousins. I know they are going to love each other & I'm certain that they'll give him a run for his money!

Last Beach Trip Before the Little Guy Arrives

Jim & I have just returned from our last vacay before Baby Parker gets here. We had a great time in Panama City Beach. The weather was perfect and the water was the prettiest we have seen in many years. We ate, shopped and ate some more.

We love Montego Bay

The view from our condo

I needed Marilyn there with her sneaky self so she could snap pictures of the hilarious people we encountered on our trip. I especially wanted a picture of the reality TV star staying at the same resort as us: Ryan from MTV's 16 and Pregnant. He was pretty quiet and didn't cause a raucous.

Our condo was located directly next door to Spinnaker and we enjoyed the music of The Bellamy Brothers and American Idol's Bo Bice from our balcony.

We are looking forward to our trip next year when Parker will be 8 months old and he can enjoy the ocean for the first time.

Six Months Along

I'm officially 6 months preggers and the clock is ticking loudly (at least in my head). My hormones have calmed down somewhat and now the heartburn and acid reflux have set in.

My OB looked at me like I was crazy when I told her I felt like I've been chain smoking a pack of menthol cigarettes and taking hot peppermint schnapps shots. That's literally how my throat feels. I hope that means the myth is true and that Baby Parker will have as much hair as Laughing Lolly's gorgeous Baby Aaron!

I finally broke down and bought some Zantac today. I've been so anal about not taking anything during my pregnancy, but there are times that you just have to break down and get some relief.

The summer heat is officially driving me insane and I am looking forward to the cooler weather. Baby Parker is due Nov. 4th but I really hope he comes around Halloween. How fun would dress-up/costume birthday parties be for him?