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Here are some of the things I have been working on:

Above: The American Girl dolls and there matching stroller. My nice clean scrapbook space and the clean closet. Look what Meme brought me back, it is signed by Paula herself, Meme also got to see Paula in action at Bubba's restaurant- she was taping a show! Cool Huh.

Oh, Guess what Meme and Scott are going to find out what they are having on Fri- I can hardly wait. Then I will be able to start working on the baby shower. I will know whether or not to buy blue or pink!! ( I hope pink)

I have been really BAD!

Hi All, I am sorry it has taken me so long to post. It has been a long weekend. Where do I begin?
Well, we got mom and Kevin moved into their house. I think mom assigned me the worst job-laying shelf paper in the kitchen. What a pain!! But, at least the kitchen was almost done when I left. Their house is beautiful, I am so happy for them. I think I have turned my mother into a target shopper, finally!! She went and got lots of great things this weekend for her house. Although, I have yet to make it back up there since Saturday.
Saturday Morning was so much fun- I am officially a soccer mom. Meme watched Hadley in the morning for us so that we could make Hunters meet and greet just about him. Brian and I enjoyed seeing him have so much fun. He is really excited about his first game this coming Saturday. Here are some pictures of our soccer star:
He did really great and listened so well to his coach. His team consists of 6 children 4 boys and 2 girls. They where all so funny. Brian and Hunter have been practicing this week. I will make sure to post pictures next week with Hunter in his uniform. He is number 3 like Dale Earnhardt and his team colors are black and red, funny huh?

Well, the other Hart happening was Miss. Hadley's 2nd birthday. She is such a princess. The theme was Hello Kitty, thank god we did not get a really kitty! She had a great time. I made lasagna and salad for 38 people! She got alot of new clothes and a ton of new babies. She is so much into babies, such a girl! Grandma Hart got her the American girl Twins, they are adorable! She also got Hadley a dress that matches the little girls dress, so much fun! Here are some highlights from the big day:

It was a great day had by all!
But- I am always glad when it is over!!
So I a have been getting all of my ducks in a row, I was supposed to start work tomorrow but, the contractor is taking his sweet time hopefully by Monday he will have the drywall and painting done. So we can get in there. I have been cleaning and organizing like crazy. I spent all evening backing up all of the photos we have on the computer to disks. Working on scrapbook pages that where half done, organizing closets and weeding thru clothes that don't fit the kids any longer, organizing the pantries, etc...
This weekend is going to be as crazy as the past weekend. We have Hunter's game on sat morning and then I get to go scrapbooking from 12:00 till 10:00. I cant wait. I was supposed to be there at 10:00 but due to hunters game I will be a little late. MeMe is going to save me a seat. I cant wait, it is a holiday workshop. We paid 75.00 to get in and we are going to receive over 185.00 in supplies. They are also going to feed us, Lisa (the store owner) always puts out a great spread. We are also going to have hot chocolate and are going to be listening to Christmas carols. Know this is going to be the best way to get in the Christmas spirit!
Brian and I have a captain's meeting to go to tonight at Catches restaurant. Grandam Hart is going to watch the kids for us. I think maybe I will have a glass of wine. I love to go to captain's meetings, it is always a good time to catch up with the captains and their families in a relaxed atmosphere. Wow, this post is pretty lengthy, hope you enjoyed reading all of the hart Happening, until next time. Amanda

Heidi Swapp

I am currently listing to Heidi Swapp talk about her upcoming class, A Year to Remember. I love this woman, if all of us could have half of her inspiration. Exspecially with five children.
I have great news, Mom and Kevin are moving out on Fri. We will be helping them on Fri night and Sat., and Sun. Morning before Hadley's Birthday. We have a very full weekend.  Although, I am so happy for Mom and Kevin. I will take lots of pictures to share. I hope evryone has a great weekend.  Talk to you on Monday. Amanda

This is the kids halloween picture from last year, I wanted to post this so you can see how much they have grown in one year when I post this years picture next week.

Happy Monday!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I love Mondays, a fresh start to a new week! This weekend was great, nice and quite. Although, I am missing my partner in crime (Misty)  as her and Scott are on their Baby-moon.  I know I said the same thing what is a baby-moon? Apparently it is something new since I had my kids. It is the equivalent of a honeymoon, go travel before the craziness starts. They where going to NC for the race and then going to GA to Paula Deen's restaurant. I have to admit I am jealous!! But, hoping they are having a great time. Hunter is babysitting their fish "Tarpon", he came out of our room yesterday in tears because he thought Tarpon had died, but he was just sleeping (thank god!)
Saturday Mom and I did some shopping, Mom got Hadley some new shoes for her upcoming Birthday Party on Sun. JCPenny had shoes buy one get the next for .88 cents. What a great deal. I bought two pairs and mom bought two. Hadley ended up with three new pairs of shoes and Hunter got one new pair. I also got them each a new sweat suit from Macy's. As it is getting cooler and they will need new clothes for the start of school. Sunday was a lazy day, I read the paper, made pancakes and did a mound of homework. This is what the kids and Brian did while I was glued to the computer. (I have to admit this blog makes me want to take more pictures than ever)                               

They cleaned the four wheelers from their trip Sat. (they did not get anything) They also played in the Barbie Jeep. I think Hadley is going to be a clean freak like her mom, is that a good thing or a bad thing? Ilove this picture of Hadley and Papa Kevin drying the 4-wheeler off.
I also got the kids Halloween outfits yesterday, Finally, right? I will post pictures this afternoon. Wait till you see what Hadley is going to be so appropriate.
We have a busy two weeks planned :
                                            1. Hunter's meet and greet for soccer on sat.
                                            2. Mount Dora craft show on sat.
                                            3. Hadley's 2nd birthday party on Sun (56 people)
                                            4. Four days planned to work for my new job in the next two weeks
                                            5. Next Sat. Hunter's first soccer game
                                            6. Next Sat. Crop from 10-10
and so much more I cant even remember. We are going to pick grandma and Papa Hart up from the airport today, they went to NY for a wedding this weekend. We are going to Smokey bones for dinner. A wonderful restaurant. Well, I hope I have caught you up on all of the Hart Happenings. Thanks to you all that have been leaving comments. I have met a very nice woman Thru this blog and enjoy sharing my happenings with her. Her life makes mine look simple, she has 5 kids, and a new grand baby. Thanks Jolene!!!

Sunday and Monday

What a great weekend, even though I am not working it is Nice to have a three day work week. This means no phone calls coming in or out no bank runs, nothing it was great. Sunday was lots of fun at the puppy party. Uncle Rick was very surprised, he had no idea. The kids love the puppy. Hunter kept telling Uncle Rick that if he did not want the puppy we would take it.  I have to say it would be hard to Tell Hunter no because this puppy was so cute. Monday, Misty and I went to Ruban Rouge (our scrapbook store) for their 75% off sale. I got some stuff, not as much as I had anticipated on. I only spent 5.96, I think that is the least amount of money I have ever spent at RR.
Well here are some pictures from Sunday:
 The Dog does not have a name yet, hopefully soon.

Hadley loved the dog, she wanted to carry it like a baby.

Here is uncle Rick and the unnamed dog, gotta love that smile on his face

I made a blanket for the dog, but the pictures I took of it did not come out great.

Here is a picture of the pregnant ladies of the family. It is so amazing to see their lives changing right in front of me.

Last night we had grandma over for dinner for her birthday. I think she really enjoyed herself. We had meatloaf,potatoes and corn casserole. As well as dump cake. It was delicious.
She turned 7? and still looks great.

Today I made a recipe out of my favorite ladies cookbook. (Paula Deen) It is a cinnamon swirl sweet potato cake. It would even make Grandma Webb proud!

Also finished a page about my dude.

Well I think that is enough info for now. Wishing I was in Vegas at Memory Trends.

I will leave you with this hilarious picture:

Happy Saturday!!!!

I have been tagged, although I am not sure who I will tag as there are not many people that have found my site as of yet. Although I know there are many lookers. So, these are the people I will tag:
1. Misty
2. Melissa
3. Tara
4. Charity
5. Tracy
6. Linda
7. Michelle
8. Grandma Webb
(Jolene I tagged more than five too!)
For those of you who just look at the blog, use the comment button underneath this entry to reply.

List your five favorite songs:
Jason Aldean -Amarillo sky
Faith Hill- Summertime and Sunshine
Carrie -Underwood Before he cheats
Rascal Flatts -These days
Sheryl Crow -Real Gone (This is Hunters Favorite Song I probably listen to it 15 times a day)

Now List 5 weird things you don't know about me:
1. I have a red freckle on my chest; my mother and grandmother have one to that look exactly like it.
2. I think old people are so cute!
3. I am addicted to soap operas. (Bold and the beautiful, As the world turns, Guiding Light)
4. I am trying to quit smoking
5.  I hate NASCAR, can’t stand watching cars drive around in a circle

Have had a nice couple of days. Tracy called me yesterday and asked what I was doing and my response was that I was scrapbooking and eating potato chips. I am a lucky girl! Don’t have much planned for this weekend. Michelle e-mailed me yesterday and said that her, Melissa, and charity where spending the weekend together. I have to admit I am a little jealous. If only I could be in North Carolina this weekend. Sunday we are having a puppy party for Uncle Rick’s birthday, He doesn’t read my blog so it is safe to let the cat out of the bag. Monday is grandma White’s birthday and I am having her over for dinner. So, I guess I do have quite a bit planned. We are also going out to dinner with some friends that just had a baby; we haven’t seen them since Tarpon season. I will make sure to take lots of pictures of all of the festivities from the weekend and share with you on Monday. Jolene- thanks for tagging me, it was fun!!! Have a great weekend everyone!!!

Is it Really Tuesday Already?

I can not believe it is Tuesday Already. I have been so busy preparing for our first staff meeting that was today. It went very well I am going to love working in this school! All of the women welcomed me and my position as Assistant Director. I cant wait for all of the exciting things ahead. Hunter and Hadley are going to love school.

On a much sadder note, what is the world coming to? I can tell you after the events of the past couple of days I am keeping my husband and children within arms reach. It makes me really think about how fast our lives can change in a matter of moments. Live every day for the day.

I will post some pictures of the kids tomorrow, I hope everyone has a great Wednesday.