Katrina in Clarksdale

There were high winds in Clarksdale last night. Here is some damage in our neighborhood. Our family compound did not sustain any damage, thank the Lord.


This is the Barr's home which is down the street from us. The tree took out columns and a corner of the house.



This is the Tennant's home which is across the street from Mama and Daddy's home. The tree fell in their driveway. It narrowly missed the house.



Matthew surveyed the damage.

What Matthew Thinks Of...

Katrina




the French




Bulldogs

Mary Margaret and Pete in Clarksdale

Mary Margaret and Pete were here this past weekend! Matthew thought they were both fabulous. He would not take his eyes off of Pete, and Pete was so sweet to him. He would come over and pat his head and give him kisses. True to form I did not have my camera with me to capture those precious moments. But, here are a few moments I did catch...


Mag's hair is yummy!


Papa turned the sprinkler system on for Pete.


Matthew watched Pete's every move.


Tell me about it, Precious


Wet Pete
He is SO CUTE!

Play Time

"I think I can. I think I can."


"Got 'em!"


"Phone book tastes good."










*Note: this is not just the Clarksdale phone book. It is for the greater Delta.


"Hello!"

A Few Pictures from the Weekend

Matthew helped Steve hang the towel racks

Precious and Papa's chopping block tastes good!

Big Boy in Booster Chair

For the first time, Matthew had dinner tonight in his booster chair. It straps to a regular chair and serves the same purpose as a high chair. He found the tray very interesting. Here are some pictures -

More Family Visiting!

Ellen and Caterina were in town this week. Last night we all had dinner over at Mama and Daddy's. The Marinellis joined us. We had a wonderful time!

Matthew LOVED Caterina!

My Best Friend's Wedding

We were in Jackson last weekend for Caroline and Roman's wedding. It was spectacular! She was the most beautiful bride I have ever seen. Also, each event was so much fun. Thursday night was girls' night at Caroline's lake house. Some of my high school friends were there. I loved catching up with them. Friday was the bridesmaids' luncheon. Caroline's friends from SMU are a riot, and I love hanging out with them. The rehearsal dinner was Friday evening. Steve and I were at a great table. Saturday we attended a lovely out-of-town guests brunch, and the wedding and reception. Lots of my high school friends were at the reception. It was great seeing and dancing with them!

Most of us had a marvelous weekend. Steve and I certainly did, but Matthew was not thrilled about being away from Clarksdale. He did not take his bottles well and did not want to go to sleep in a different environment. Poor little guy. He was so happy to get home Sunday. He has been a little angel since.

Sweet Boys

Matthew loves his exersaucer!


My Boys!

Aunt Janie Visited

My aunt, Janie Birdsong, was in Clarksdale! It was wonderful catching up with her. She only comes through a few times a year. I am so glad we live here now so we can see her. Little Robert joined us all for dinner last night at Mama and Daddy's. Robert was in Louisiana all summer and had neglected to cut his hair. At 11:00 PM last night we remedied that. Robert's hair was almost shoulder length before Daddy started to wack away at it. Thank goodness Janie was in town - she shaped it up for the poor boy. It looked SO much better once Janie was finished with him. He is quite a handsome boy now.

In other news, Steve went fishing yesterday with John Duff, Matthew Duff, and Daddy. They caught striped bass. Tonight we had their catch for dinner. It was delicious!