Fabulous Family Fun

HoHoHo

2009-11-29T19:49:00.002-06:00

Honey and Pop are about to bust!!!!! Just look at our three little BIG blessings!!! Aven is on the left, Emma is on the right and Emma's big brother, Ethan is behind them. Precious doesn't even begin to describe these wonderful little ones.

Miss Emma Rice Anderson

2009-08-12T19:52:00.002-05:00

Today we welcomed our 3rd grandbaby. Introducing Miss Emma Rice Anderson - proud parents are our daughter, Anna and her husband Larry. Emma also is blessed with a big brother, Ethan. She was born today 11:33 a.m. weighing 8lbs. 2 oz. and 20 1/2 inches long. She's gorgeous and we are so blessed!!

Miss Aven Caroline Smith

2009-07-22T13:38:00.002-05:00

Introducing Miss Aven Caroline Smith! Born July 15, 2009 at 8:29p.m. in Louisville, Kentucky. Aven weighed 6lbs. 5 oz. and she was 20 inches long. Proud parents, our son, Brandon and his wife, Ashley.

Valentine's Day Fun

2009-02-15T20:31:00.002-06:00

Honey and Pop had the privilege of babysitting Ethan on Valentine's Day giving his parents an opportunity to have a date. He continues to be so much fun and delights us with his incredible vocabulary. This guy will talk your ears off and keep you smiling. He took advantage of a fading day to try out a new box of side-walk chalk. Due to the dark closing in on us, he only had time to just try out each color to see how it looked. I'm sure that now that he knows, he'll formulate a wonderful picture in his mind and draw it out for us the next time he comes. (= We gave him a construction workers set as a little gift and he loved it. He enjoys tools and tries to fix all kinds of things (even if they don't need fixing). He is a good helper. (=

Just catching up....

2009-01-15T15:09:00.004-06:00

Here are just a few pictures of some recent events. I have been behind in my blogging here lately. I am now editing my original post due to this site rearranging my pictures for me. I had planned that Brandon and Ashley's picture would be first since this would put the pictures in order but well, that's not the way they were published. So, anyway, the first picture is, of course, a shot of Ethan that I took just yesterday while he was here to play. What a cutie! AND he is soooo much fun!! Next is a picture of the family that was taken the day after Christmas. Normally I send out Christmas cards with a current picture of us enclosed but this year that wasn't possible. As most of you probably know by now we will add two little ones this year. Brandon & Ashley somewhere around July 24 and Anna & Larry somewhere around August 7. Lastly is a picture taken right after Brandon's graduation from The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary in Louisville, Kentucky. We are so very proud of our family!

LosLocos

2008-09-28T11:59:00.002-05:00

This morning Stuart did LosLocos at Lakeland, TN. He ran 2 miles, biked 15 miles and finished up by running 2 more miles. He came in first in his age group (20-25 yr.olds)! Great Job Stuart!!!

HAPPY BIRTHDAY ETHAN!!!!

2008-07-10T17:19:00.003-05:00

Ethan is officially a TWO year old!! Oh my goodness - time is just flying. He is growing up so fast. His vocabulary is incredible which makes for fun conversations. It is wonderful to hear what is on his mind. He is so entertaining! The first picture is pretty obvious, he and his Mom are beginning to open some presents. The second picture is his car that Honey and Pop gave him. It is a Power Wheels and he loves driving it. And of course it wouldn't be complete without a shot of him and his birthday cake. We were in the middle of singing "Happy Birthday" when this picture was made. He sang along with us and knew just what to do when we were finished with our song. He promptly blew out his candles. And we all cheered!!!

Meet the newest member of our family. (=

2008-07-04T12:17:00.002-05:00

Stuart has adopted this adorable, lovable black lab. He was doomed to heart worms and a short life at the Collierville Animal Shelter until Stuart came along. He is 3 years old and you can tell from the pictures, it was love at first sight for both of them.

Boy, did we have fun!

2008-06-24T09:19:00.005-05:00

This past weekend we enjoyed some wonderful company. Brandon and Ashley arrived on Thursday evening and Steve, Margie, Andrew, Sarah and Rachel arrived on Saturday. We jumped in big time with all sorts of activities. We all played hard and fast and before we knew it, it was Sunday afternoon and time for the Steve Smith family to leave us. Goodness, it is true what they say, time really does fly when you are having fun!

Seeing What Honey Sees (=

2008-04-24T15:37:00.004-05:00

My sweet little man has taken an interest in my glasses. The other day he was sitting in his Mom's lap at our computer when he spotted the glasses he sees me wear a lot of times when I am on the computer. So, he decided he would try them on and see what his Honey sees through those glasses. What a cutie!!! Oh my - Ethan is such a delight to all of his family!! (=

Beep, Beep....

2008-03-29T10:09:00.002-05:00

Last night Ethan came to play while Mom and Dad had an evening out. Honey took him to check out some things that Uncle Brandon and Uncle Stuart use to play with and he chose this Velveeta Truck. At first it was fun just push around while he would exclaim, "beep, beep" or "honk, honk". Then he figured out that he could ride on it. (= Just tooooo cute! (Notice he is wearing his appropriate PJ's for the Memphis Tigers game - he also cheered them to victory with his Pop)

Ethan's Easter Excitement!

2008-03-23T20:39:00.003-05:00

Ethan never ceases to amaze us! Today as he walked to the front door he spotted Easter Eggs hidden along the way. This first picture gives you an idea of what his face looked like every time he spotted one. He immediately began to gather up the eggs - nobody had to tell him that's why they were there - he some how just knew. I was amazed! He had a wonderful time - I could have spent all day right there just watching him.

Boy, did we have fun!

2008-03-13T09:31:00.003-05:00

Here are just a few pictures of the fun times we had with Ethan during his stay with us. I took well over a hundred pictures and needless to say, I can only put a few on this blogspot. We played all day every day and had a blast. He is so much fun!!!

Snow? In March?

2008-03-08T09:16:00.003-06:00

Well, we can't believe it actually snowed. It is beautiful and it will be short lived. Spring like weather is expected this week but for today - we will play in the snow. Ethan is here with Honey and Pop to stay while Mom and Dad are away on a little trip. So, hopefully, I will have pictures from his adventures with us at "Camp H&P's". (=

Tent Time...

2008-02-04T09:44:00.000-06:00

Today Ethan is enjoying some time indoors playing in a tent. Soon we will be able to play outside but until then....

A fun morning!

2008-01-28T13:07:00.000-06:00

Today Ethan is here to play with Honey while Mom teaches school. We started our morning with a pancake - I think pancakes make Ethan smile. He loved them! Then he made himself a little book nest, enjoying sitting in the middle of them and "reading" his books. Nana came over for a visit and they enjoyed playing together too! We had a fun morning and after he wakes up from a nap, we are going to have a fun afternoon. (=

It was a very Merry Christmas!

2007-12-26T10:26:00.000-06:00

Well, once again Christmas has come and gone. Goodness, what a fun day. Once Ethan had enjoyed opening what Santa brought to him at his house, he came to Honey and Pop's. This year we gave him a Radio Flyer Wagon and, of course, a few other things as well. (= He loved the wagon!!! His Pop even saw him give the wagon a kiss. Precious. We enjoyed spending time with ALL our children and now I nearly feel like all the air has been sucked right out of the house as everyone has returned to their own place. It was a very Merry Christmas!

17 Months Old Today!

2007-12-05T15:17:00.000-06:00

Well, here we are at another "birthday". Today Ethan is 17 months old and more fun than ever!! Honey and Ethan took a little trip to the park to feed the ducks this afternoon. Here he is about to feed some ducks that spotted us and headed our way for a little snack. He loved it and I think the ducks enjoyed it too. (=

Christmas Wonder

2007-11-27T19:17:00.000-06:00

Yesterday Ethan came to play with Honey while Mom taught school. He saw our tree for the first time and just couldn't keep his eyes off of it - well, or his hands either. (=

Happy Fall Ya'll!!!

2007-11-05T12:01:00.000-06:00

Happy Fall!!!!!!!
Here's our own cute punkin. (=
We are truly blessed.

Ethan's Clubhouse

2007-11-05T11:55:00.000-06:00

Ethan has discovered a playhouse inside his house. He is soooooo smart!!! Ethan loves to play with Tupperware. He not only loves to play in my Tupperware cabinet but also his Mom's. Here he is at home playing in his Mom's cabinet but he has discovered a bonus to cleaning it out. When the cabinet is all cleaned out - it becomes a playhouse for Ethan!!! Isn't he just a scream!!

Playing is hard work! (=

2007-10-17T15:03:00.001-05:00

Today Ethan has been playing with Honey while Mom helped out at Rivercrest Elementary a half day. He is very serious about his playing but will always stop and break into dancing if he hears some music. He has been dealing with a little bit of a cold and a bump on the head from a fall. He is trully all boy!!! I also wanted to include this sweet picture of Ethan and his Momma. They are best buddies.

Bath Time!

2007-09-23T13:55:00.000-05:00

Ethan came to play with Honey and Pop while Mom and Dad went out on a date. While he was here, Stuart and Kaitlyn came for a visit. Stuart decided he would like to give Ethan his bath - this was a first for Uncle Stuart. Ethan sure does love his Uncle Stuart!!!

A pretty day for exploring.

2007-09-19T15:27:00.000-05:00

Fall is in the air and Ethan, Mom and Honey took advantage of a pretty afternoon to go out in the backyard for a little exploring. Ethan loves to pick Honey and Pop's flowers and decorate the grass. I guess he is trying to spread the pretty around. (= In one picture he is showing off his new lunch box. Now he is really ready to go play with his friends while Mom goes to MOM'S on
Thursday mornings.

Ethan is Walking!!!!

2007-08-17T20:55:00.000-05:00

Well, we knew he was ready to let go and walk. Last week he finally did it! Now he just takes off in a fast trot. He can stop, turn around and go again. He can pick things up and take off with them. He still likes to hold on to a finger and take a really fast walk but he is walking on his own. It is so much fun to watch him. Sometimes he reminds us of a little wound up toy, toddling off down the hallway, laughing and giggling all the way. He loves it and he is so proud of himself - we are too.

Fun in the sun in Florida!

2007-08-05T20:05:00.000-05:00

There would be no way possible to show you in just a few pictures the fun we had with Ethan, his Mom, his Dad and his Uncle Stuart along with about 25 friends in Florida this past week. Ethan loved the beach but didn't care much for the ocean. He met every morning with exclamations of "Oh Wow!" upon seeing that the beach was still there and waiting for him to come and play. This is a week that will forever be in the sweet memories of Honey and Pop! We are truly blessed!

Another First!!

2007-07-21T11:54:00.000-05:00

Well, Pop and Honey were in hog heaven last night. Ethan spent the night with us for the first time. We had a ball. This morning after breakfast we took him to his favorite place - outside! This little boy loves to be outside more than anyone I have ever known and his Uncle Stuart was the only other person I have ever known to love to be outside anymore than Ethan. First he enjoyed playing with a big Tonka truck - really it was too big for him to play with much but he loved sitting in it and he won't be able to that very much longer. Pop sat him on the side of the pool and let him splash and splash then they decided to get in a play a while. Ethan loves to play in water - so when he decided he had enough pool he enjoyed playing in a little trickle of water from the water hose. I think he played in that longer than he was in the pool - he thought that was big fun. So did we!!

Cake Time......

2007-07-06T07:12:00.000-05:00

What would be a first birthday without some shots of the honoree enjoying his very first birthday cake. His Mom had a big Curious George cake but Ethan had his very own little cake. He wasn't sure at first how to get into it but as you can see - he figured it out and well....... the rest is history.

Party !!!

2007-07-06T07:04:00.000-05:00

Ethan had so much fun at his first birthday party. He chose a Curious George theme - yes, he chose it. His Mom took him to the party store and showed him different plates and the reaction for Curious George left no doubt that was what he wanted. His Mom says George and Ethan have "kindred spirits". Hummmm...... I don't know about that but it sure was a wonderful party. This first picture is of Ethan in a gift from Honey and Pop. Ethan's Uncle Brandon was given one just like it when he was about the same age. He wasn't sure he wanted to get out of it even to open other gifts - he loved it. Then there are some shots of the family just having a good time celebrating Ethan's first birthday.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY ETHAN!!!!

2007-07-05T17:47:00.000-05:00

I hardly know what to say that hasn't already been said - Pop and I are so completely blessed to have this incredible little guy in our lives. One year ago today this precious one marched right into the middle of our hearts and we haven't been the same since. Ethan is so full of life and love. He is enjoying walking as he holds a hand but hasn't decided to venture those steps alone just yet - but any day now he will take off running. He has eight teeth, beautiful blue eyes, gorgeous blonde hair that curls up on the ends in the back if he gets too hot or if it gets alittle wet. Tonight the family will be at his house for a celebration and hopefully I will get some good pictures to post tomorrow.

Tomorrow!

2007-07-04T10:53:00.000-05:00

Oh my goodness - tomorrow Ethan will be one year old! Pop and Honey can hardly believe it but as the old saying goes (and I think I have used it more than once on this blog site) "time flies when you are having fun". And believe me, we have had ourselves a ball. Tomorrow I will be taking 12 month pictures as well as some pictures of his first birthday party. So, until then, I wanted to post a couple of pictures that Pop wanted on the site - these pictures are very precious to Ethan's Honey.

Eleven Months Old!

2007-06-06T17:37:00.000-05:00

Goodness- this year has flown by. In just a few more weeks, Ethan will be a year old. But, here he is today at Honey and Pop's house. We are having the time of our lives with this new little adventure.

Enjoying Spring!

2007-06-01T17:14:00.000-05:00

Well, I'm really late getting this post out. Ethan is now 10 months old and on Tuesday he will be 11 months old. So this one is in just under the wire. These pictures were taken a couple of weeks ago but then our computer died a sudden death. Then we were out of town. So, better late than never I guess. Here he is - the cutest little grandson anybody ever had. (I'll try to do better with this next milestone.)

Easter

2007-04-10T14:39:00.000-05:00

Ethan celebrated his first Easter Sunday. He loved the colorful eggs and the Easter basket complete with bunny he found when he got up that morning. Now, depending on how this blogspot allowed me to post the pictures, you may be seeing a picture of Ethan and his Pop coming in from a walk as the first picture. That was taken on Monday afternoon not on Easter Sunday. Sometimes I have trouble getting this site to post the pictures in the order I would like. I am sure you can tell which ones were taken on Easter. He is more fun than pictures could ever show. We love him so very, very much!

Spring is Springing Up!

2007-02-28T11:40:00.000-06:00

Ethan and his buddy, Wooly, took advantage of a spring day to go outside and check out Honey's flowers. He loves, loves, loves to go outside and I am sure will spend most of his spring and summer there. He will turn 8 months old in just a few more days. Our busy little fellow is a delight to us all!!!!

Happy Valentine's Day!

2007-02-14T07:16:00.000-06:00

Here is our future little "Heart Breaker" to wish you a very Happy Valentine's Day.

7 Months Old

2007-02-10T21:27:00.000-06:00

Another month has past and our little Ethan turned 7 months old February 5. Crawling was not enough for Ethan, now he has begun to pull up on things and try to do a little cruising around a few things. He needs to be carefully watched though because his little legs want to just sit down. He is just trying to grow up way too fast. I also included a picture of Ethan sleeping - it is proof that angels do sleep. (-: Precious doesn't even begin to describe this incredible little fellow.

Snow??

2007-02-02T17:05:00.000-06:00

Today Ethan had his very first experience with snow. He had been told there was a possibility of some snow and so like any self respecting little boy he wore his PJ's wrong side out because he had been told that would help it to snow. Then he waited. Well, low and behold it snowed - nearly 2 inches. Mommy and Daddy took outside to see for himself what snow is really like. All was well until he fell over and found out just how cold snow really is. So, he went back inside to play in his very own bowl of snow. Now that's the way to play in the snow - inside where it is warm. CUTE!!

A Very Busy Ethan

2007-01-31T08:29:00.000-06:00

Oh my! Ethan is very mobile. He is quite the busy bee now that he can pretty much go anywhere he wants to go. We are loving every minute watching him grow and learn. And it requires watching him every minute.
(-:

Happy 6 Month Birthday!!!!

2007-01-05T11:20:00.000-06:00

WOW! Ethan is six months old! We just can't believe a half a year has gone past. What unbelievable JOY! Ethan marks his six months with a new tooth, the ability to sit up and play, and he is beginning to crawl. His new life of tasting everything includes rice cereal, peas and green beans (but not all at the same time (-: ) We never knew having a grandson could be so absolutely Grand!

Merry Christmas!

2006-12-21T22:19:00.000-06:00

Ethan is ready for Santa! May your Christmas be the merriest ever!

Merry Christmas!

2006-11-27T09:31:00.000-06:00

Here he is - the cutest little Santa anybody has ever seen in their whole life. You are smiling aren't you? You have to when you look at this sweet face full of Christmas wonderment. We are looking forward to Ethan's very first Christmas - He has been very good this year so I'm sure Santa will be extra good to him. Merry Christmas Everyone!!!!

Four Months Old!

2006-11-06T14:52:00.000-06:00

Here is our little cutie - four months old! Today his picture is made in some very cute PJ's that he came to Honey's house in this morning. I thought he was so adorable that I would just make his picture. Isn't his little hat sweet? Ethan is now reaching for things he wants and most of the time if it is within his reach and with some patience, he will get it. That delights him greatly!
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A Lil' Pumpkin

2006-10-30T09:45:00.000-06:00

Today a cute as cute can be Lil' Pumpkin came to spend the day with Honey. I mean just how cute is this? Ethan is growing so fast and he just gets sweeter along the way. He has become quite the little conversationist and tells us all kinds of funny stories that he has to giggle at himself. He sure is a lot of FUN!

Snuggle Bunny

2006-10-17T20:12:00.000-05:00

Isn't this just the sweetest picture? Yesterday during a fussy time, I took Ethan out onto our front porch to quiet him. He loves to go outside and that always stops his crying. Due to a cool day and a little rain, I snuggled him up in my favorite blanket and rocked him on the porch. He not only stopped crying immediately but fell sweetly asleep.

3 Months Old!

2006-10-07T11:58:00.000-05:00

Here he is, 3 months old. I had hoped to have some better pictures made by Stuart but he has had too much going on here lately. So, here is a sweet shot made with his Honey's camera. He is truly adorable and gets sweeter and sweeter. He is beginning to giggle and his Aunt Mollie has taught him to buzz his lips - we nearly fall in the floor laughing when he does that. Included with these pictures is his favorite stuffed animal "Wooly". He just loves him and we are just wild about Ethan!

Ethan Talks!!

2006-09-13T16:25:00.000-05:00

Well, not really, but today he came to his Honey's house with a special message. Today is his Honey's birthday and when I took him out of his car seat this morning his little shirt said, "Happy Birthday Love, Ethan". It was such a sweet surprise. I called his Mom to tell her thank you and she said, "I don't know what you are talking about." So, I guess Ethan did that himself. Isn't he just the sweetest smartest little 2 month old?

Happy Two Month Birthday Ethan!

2006-09-05T17:42:00.000-05:00

Surely you knew this was coming. Today Ethan is two months old! So, today Stuart had a photo shoot with him. I had a really hard time choosing pictures because there were so many great ones. Goodness, can he get any sweeter or any cuter? Who knew having a Grandson would be so completely Grand!

Happy Two Month Birthday Ethan!

2006-09-05T16:09:00.000-05:00

This is hopefully the second part of a two part post. I was having trouble posting three pictures so I will try to put these two on together. I just couldn't have you not see these two adorable pictures. He is just so much fun!

Eight Weeks Old!

2006-08-30T15:32:00.000-05:00

Goodness, it is true what they say, time does fly when you are having fun! I cannot believe another month has gone by and now Ethan is eight weeks old. He is such a delightful guy. He loves to listen to music, he loves to laugh, he loves a good morning nap and he loves his family. We could just eat him up. He is beginning to fill out a little more and get some really fun cheeks to kiss. I'm sure I could just wear him out kissing on that sweet face all the time. Isn't he just adorable???

First day for church

2006-08-14T12:38:00.000-05:00

Yesterday Ethan got to go to big church for the very first time. He sat up in his car seat just like a big boy and looked all around. He really enjoyed the music part of the service but then he decided it was time to eat. So, for the very first time, Ethan ate in church as his Dad fed him a bottle. Honey enjoyed entertaining him for a little while out the hall when he decided he wanted to talk during church - she loved it! Also included in this post is a wonderful picture of Pop and Ethan at Uncle Bruce's house for a Birthday Party - Happy Birthday Uncle Bruce! P.S. I just found out that some have tried to leave a comment and couldn't. Well, now you can - that has been fixed - so, let me know you dropped by for a visit. Thank you!!

One Month Old!

2006-08-08T14:35:00.000-05:00

Can you believe it??? Our baby Ethan is already one month old. His Honey and Pop just can't believe it although I am sure his parents feel it due to lack of sleep. Ethan is not a bad sleeper but he does love to visit in the middle of the night. With this post I am trying find out who all is looking in on our growing grandson. So, please leave me a comment. Thank you!

Honey and Ethan

2006-07-27T16:46:00.000-05:00

Honey and Ethan sharing a moment. He was trying to tell me all about his "troubles". What a sweetie!

Snuggle time with Amy

2006-07-23T21:58:00.000-05:00

Ethan and Amy (second cousin) shared some sweet snuggle time.

Having a talk with Papa

2006-07-23T21:54:00.000-05:00

Ethan and Papa (Rene's Dad) had a little talk today - Papa did most of the talking

Sweet Face!

2006-07-18T10:09:00.000-05:00

Okay, so I just had to post this picture because of this sweet face. Now you can see why Honey can't help but to just kiss him all the time. Who could resist?

All dressed up and ready to shop!

2006-07-17T20:20:00.000-05:00

Today Ethan got to go shopping at the Wolfchase Galleria! He was a very good shopper while Mommy looked for a few new things to wear to work. Honey had a blast just getting to shop with Ethan. (Don't you think he looks like his Daddy in this picture?)

Honey and Pop's first time to babysit!

2006-07-15T20:56:00.000-05:00

Tonight Michael (Pop) and I (Honey) got to babysit Ethan for the very first time. We had a ball but Ethan just slept. I had hoped to post some pictures of him with his eyes open but then what more does a 10 day old want but to eat and sleep. He is so precious (I think I've said that before but.... well, it is worth repeating) and Michael and I just love him to pieces. We were thrilled to give his Mommy and Daddy an opportunity to get out on a real date. Needless to say, a good time was had by all!

Family Photos

2006-07-09T17:12:00.000-05:00

Saturday we caught a picture of the new Anderson Family. Don't Anna and Larry look as proud as peacocks of their precious little baby boy. They are adapting well to this new life and enjoying the process. Ethan is a night owl, he loves to visit with Mom while most people are sleeping. Hopefully they will be able to help him switch this around. I couldn't help but post another sweet, sweet picture of Ethan sleeping - what an angel. Then of course the very proud Grandparents had to get their picture made with their precious Grandson! Wow, just how big can a heart grow with love?

Ethan asleep

2006-07-08T17:12:00.000-05:00

I am trying to post just this one picture - the file may be too big but maybe if I just try one. How precious is this?????

Here he is, Ethan Lawrence Anderson

2006-07-08T16:50:00.000-05:00

We are so excited to introduce you to our precious little grandson, Ethan. He was born July 5, 2006 at 1:26p.m. weighing
7lbs. 11 oz. and measured 21 1/2 inches long. Anna did beautifully and Larry was a devoted husband watching over her.
We are head over heels in love with this little guy. I hope you will check back from time to time to see new pictures as he
grows up.