Christmas Blessings

For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given and the government shall be upon His shoulder: and His name shall be called, Wonderful, Counselor, The Mighty God, The Everlasting Father, The Prince of Peace. Isaiah 9:6 For God so loved the world, that He gave His only begotten Son, that whosever believeth in Him should not perish, but have everlasting life. John 3:16 Thank you Lord for so GREAT a salvation. We worship and adore Thee.

Merry Christmas from the Stokes Family....

Kati, Kelli and Jordan in 1993.

Kati, Kelli and Jord in 2009.

This is my favorite table, dessert!!!

Josh just can't wait.

The precious twins, Logan and Sydney.

Uncle Josh, Logan and Aunt Cathy.

Kell, Me and the twinseys.

Nick Sykes dropped in to say Merry Christmas.

My beautiful flower arrangement from my favorite brother, David.

Nanny and Kati having a good talk.

Julia made it home for Christmas. We are so glad to have her back.

Me and my little Mama.

Frank and Josh fixing to dig in.

Hannah, Emily, Sydney and me.

Michael is glad his big sister is home.

Jan and her boys.

Frank and his girls.

Brian and Josh trying out the chili.

Me and Jord.

The girls.

Can't end an evening without breaking out the coloring books. One of our favorite things to do.

May the dear Lord Jesus bless you as we celebrate His birth everyday. He is the King of Kings and the Lord of Lords. The Great I Am. The Prince of Peace. Merry Christmas 2009.

A Wonderful Day @ Mary's Stricklen's 16th Birthday

Our Surprise Visit!!

The Lain's came to visit!! It was great seeing them and catching up on all the Piggly Wiggly news:) Especially since Ashley is working there. Ashley and Hunter are our precious friends that live in Graceville. We had a nice, quick visit, with lots of hugs. We have to share them with two sets of Grandparents that live in Lakeland too. We love you and thanks for coming by, hopefully it won't be so long next time. My sweet Ashley.

Hugs have to last awhile.

Hunter and Jord, talking about old times.

Jord, Hunter and Sam, seeing who is the tallest. I think the youngest has em beat?

Michael, Josh, Sam, Hunter and Jordan actually cooperating with me and my camera. Thanks guys, I love this one.

Well, I quess the Doolin boys win the tall prize.

Hugs are the best!!

Ashley finally gets to meet Becka Joy...What a joy she is!!

Mr. Sykes and some of his little crew.

Rachel, Mrs. Graves & Mrs. Sykes, taking advantage of our limited"Ashley time".

Like I said before, hugs are the best!!

Stacy, Ashley, Rachel, Ben and Jord.

Friends:)

Mr. Doolin checking out that red Mustang....

Saying goodbye is the hardest part, but all good things must come to an end. Lain family, we love and miss all of you...

She's Only 2 Score and 11

December 8th, 1958 Cathy Ann Cloud was born to Estelle and Frank Cloud. Wow, like Roberta says, I'm going down the other side of the hill now! Kelli and Jord planned a pleasant surprise birthday party for me. I had a wonderful time sharing the evening with family and friends. You know me, I love a party! Thank you everyone for the sweet texts, calls, cards, gifts, food, and my favorite, the songs. I love and treasure each one of you. You made my day very special!! (Kati had to work tonight, but she took me out for a special day on Saturday to Tampa, shopping and eating at Sweet Tomatoes.) Thanks again, Kati. The Doolins gave me a paper fifty and a gold one.

Me and my sweet cake.

The McEwins gave me this lovely bouquet of flowers. Also this morning, I found a pretty bouquet in my car from the Sykesies.

Jord and Sam serenaded me with some lively tunes.

Aw, Kati and Josh.

Mary loving the hot chocolate.

Tracy knows what's good for party goers.

Me and my little Mama.

Little Carolyn McEwin knows I'm all about chocolate.

Matt made this at the Angel Breakfast. Thanks, Matt.

Me and Jord, my favorite son:)

Mary found this giraffe blanket. Gotta love it!!

Candles are always welcome at the Stokesies house.

Sarah, Emily, me, Kel and Mary cheesing it up.

Jan, Mama, and me.

Sam and Gage, I know they are up to something.

Look me square in the eyes.

Kati, me and Tracy.

Cheynne, Tory and Rachel relaxin on the swing.

Kel, Jan and Sarah.

Oh No!!! This is my new addiction. Dark chocolate, mint, 3 Musketeers. Simple Pleasures.

Me and sweet Sammy.

Kati Bug got me the Ginger Bread lamp and Mom got me the yellow colander. Fun!!

Thanks for the all my stuff and for sharing the evening with me. I loved it!!

Now, time to put on my new slippers and put my feet up and have a cup of coffee... No wonder these feet are tired, they have been walking around on this earth for over a half a century, Whew.....Thanks Jan and Em for the slippers, they are soooo comfy... Good night everyone and when is the next party?