Hollingsworth 2018 Vacay!

Well, it was back to Navarre Beach, Florida this year and we went back to our routine of visiting our dear friends the Hixon in Montgomery on the way! Claire and MG were adopted together and are from the same orphanage!  I am so glad we have all kept our friendship going these 11 years! the girls are both going into 7th grade and had a blast reuniting.....we are always so grateful for the Hixon's hospitality!  Next year we anticipate taking a trip to China with them in June in leu of our beach trip...the time has come to show them (and Jesse!) China again!

I celebrated #45 on the beach this year and Lance through a little surprise for me one evening with cake for all!  I was overwhelmed with hugs and love! Thank you Lance!

This is what happens if Claire actually stops after a day on the beach.....

Jesse's girlfriend Emily joined us for 5 days of our vacation and had a blast as well.  She was a good sport with the cousins and did anything they wanted.  Loved having her along!

Some of the cousins walking on the Navarre pier to look for sea turtles...and we saw 7!!!!

Until next time, I'll miss you wonderful Navarre!

Claire's first Drive, Chip, and Putt!!!

Well, Claire attended her first ever Drive, Chip, and Putt, and this year it was held at TPC Southwind! Since Claire is so new to all of this, we had very little expectations.  Well, we were surprised when she just had some amazing drives and hit the pin on 2 of her 3 chips!  She won first place in her chipping division, and 4th overall.  Sadly, the top 3 advance to regionals in College Park, TN, but now Claire has something to look forward to next year!  We are so proud of all her hard work this past year with her coach.  She's having a blast in the process! Go Claire go!

Claire's 1st ever 18 hole tournament!

A very tired but happy Claire after her 18 hole tournament today ! 

She was tickled she got to participate in a tournament with Jesse finally!!  Can't wait to see how Claire does all summer long! Way to go Claire!

JT is in the house!!!

 You all know I love a good concert....and boy was there one last night.  I always love it when my boy JT comes back home to Memphis. We had a complete blast!! What a great way to kick off the summer!!!

Last Day Of 6th Grade!!

Mercy me we have a 7th grader......I can not believe this.  Claire had a great year and finished with all A's and one B in honors English wth Mr Jeffrey!  I couldn't be more proud! Can't wait to see what next year will hold.....and Jesse will be a senior!!!!  More posts coming soon!

 The deck is ready for warm summer nights and beverages when the mood hits!

 I saw this tumbler and just laughed out loud...so true....and I bought it!

Jesse brought home a few awards last week and also was name a scholar athlete......certificate arrived the next day.....so proud of Jesse!

Our Hearts Are Full!

Well, Claire was one of the 6th Graders chosen by her peers to win the Christian Witness Award today after mass.  This was a complete surprise to Claire, and we couldn't be more proud of her.  Her actions make us proud......

Her sweet friend since Kindergarten, Ellie, also won a Christian Witness Award today!

All of the Christian Witness Award Winners of SFA today!

A very surprised Claire today! May you always have Christ at the center of all you do!

Mother's Day Fun

 Well, these 2 are the other loves of my life, and we finally remembered to take a few pics after our delicious sushi dinner! Can't believe how fast they are growing, and how time has flown.  I am a blessed momma!

 I am now the odd man out. I'm just the one who sits in a cart and takes the pics......at some point I'm going to have to learn this sport....ugggggg....

We have been so proud of Claire's determination to get better at this difficult sport.  She is the one after school who asks for me to take her to the range day after day....I can't say no to this determination.......I pray she is this determined in all aspects of her life!!! Happy Mother's Day!

12th Birthday!

Because Claire's Birthday this year fell mid week, we did presents from us and Claire's favorite breakfast! She took treats to her Homeroom, and had a lovely day!

Because Claire has grown so much from last year, she racked up in the sandal and summer clothes department!  

And because she has grown, she has now outgrown her clubs...so Lance was in his happy place getting her this set!  

And this was Claire's favorite part!  Her first pull cart.  Since she will be in tournaments this summer, we thought this would help! 

Happy Birthday Claire! We thank God for you every day!

Claire's Birthday Fun Day!

 Well, Claire's Birthday will be Wednesday and so she had a few friends for a movie and then to have sweet treats!!! It is finally sunny here and warming up a bit, so they had smoothies and ice cream outside and just had fun!  Can't believe my baby is almost 12......

 

yes, I attempted a photobomb

And yes, Lance is in a full blown yawn in the background.....wake up Lance!

 Claire loving every minute!

More to come from Claire's Family Birthday Dinner during the week...we love you Claire!

22 Years! And a busy week to boot!!

Happy 22 Years to the love of my life!

The Boys & Girls Club Steak & Burger Dinner was amazing as Coach Norvell gave an inspiring talk to the kids...we were paired at our table with 2 Boys club members and they were amazing and precious.  Made our week.   The things our city is doing for theses kids is phenomenal.  Feeling the Memphis love this week!!