The Boehms

I'm Terrible at Blogging!

2010-08-20T14:08:00.007-04:00

My husband and I have quite the discussion from time to time about this blog, it goes something like this....

"Laura, you really need to update the blog, there are people (like myself) that do not facebook and read it." (my reply) "Really? How do I have the time to do both when I am not the writer of the family and I agonize over every word that I type."

Over the last several weeks though I have had a real battle in my mind with facebook and how when I really want to say something about how I really feel, I'm afraid to because then the comments will seem as if they are said in guilt thinking oh, we should have known, or wow she is really out of control.....I know this thinking is crazy, kind of like this post, but maybe the blog is where I was able to share without feeling scrutinized?

I don't know if anyone actually reads the blog anymore, I have not posted in over a year, so maybe I will be begin posting again and see what kind of feedback I get. I may even challenge Jason to post once a week?

Today is August 20th, my dad's birthday. Honestly, I don't think I really ever had a chance to grieve his death. I was so engulfed in my own grief, since Lindsey had only been in Heaven for a few short (or rather very long) months. Before Lindsey's death I was just beginning to have the relationship with my dad that I had always wanted to have. Dad lived right around the corner from me and sometimes he would pop in during the middle of the day and have lunch or I could see him just about anytime I wanted to. I remember one such day when he just showed up around lunch time (imagine that!) and Cadence, Grandpa and I (Lindsey was at school) had lunch out on the screen porch. I will never forget what he wore that day, his jean overalls!

So I guess I grieve the relationship that had just begun. He loved my girls and for the first time he was around so often that he even had time to read them a few bedtime stories. These are the times I so wish I could have back. I am sad for my girls that they do not have a grandfather here on earth, but I am so thankful for the godly heritage that dad has left them with. Amazing that Lindsey and dad are together and are waiting for us, cheering for us, praying that we will stay strong and persevere until the day we see our Savior!

Can't promise another one like this for awhile.....

School, Walking and Living Update

2009-08-31T14:25:00.003-04:00

Cadence loves school and so far adores her teacher, Mrs. Mantekas. She is still taking piano from her grandmother and she hopes to take horseback riding lessons this fall with her Aunt Susan. We are so blessed to have family who live so close and can teach her such wonderful things!!

Selah just took her first steps this past week. She loves to talk and says doggy, ball, thank you and tries to copy just about everything we ask her to say. Sometimes we are the only ones that can understand her, but at least she tries. She has learned, thanks to Cadence and daddy, to raise her hands in the air when we say "touchdown Alabama", we are hoping she hears that alot this fall!!

Food Diary - Post 1

2009-08-31T14:14:00.003-04:00

Cadence has become quite obsessed with cooking and The Food Network. We are enjoying this new interest and have decided to take pictures of what we create together. She even sent a note to Bobby Flay this summer and was thrilled when he sent her an autographed picture of himself!

Monte Cristo Sandwich

(cheese, ham, jelly then you toast like french toast and sprinkle it with powdered sugar and maple syrup) YUM

Cadence and Mom love quiche, dad not so much, so whenever dad is gone we create a different kind of quiche. This is ham, cheese, red onion quiche with a cucumber and cherry tomato salad.

Lindsey's Birthday - We look upward....

2009-04-30T21:34:00.006-04:00

Just had to share what our pastor Dr. Euler in Chattanooga would say is "a God sighting".

On Lindsey's birthday this year, we went to our favorite place in NC for quiet family time. The beautiful mountains, hiking, waterfalls, golfing - this place has become a safe haven for us when we are hurting. April 4th was an absolutely beautiful Saturday and we enjoyed all of the above! As we have done the 2 previous years, we went on a hike and Cadence let off a balloon to Lindsey.

Later that day when we came home, we received a package from our friend Amber Carlson. She had sent this artist's picture called "Waiting". She said it reminded her of Lindsey and just helped her imagine that Lindsey is holding a balloon waiting for us in Heaven. I know that this may seem silly to some of you, but the fact that we rec'd this a few hours after we had let go of the balloon was just another moment of grace that God has given to us that He even cares about how we choose to remember our loved ones on their birthdays! It wasn't a coincedence - it was God showing His love to us!

Heart Ball 2009

2009-04-04T23:14:00.002-04:00

Heart Ball

Our family was asked to be one of three familes highlighted at the American Heart Association Ball this past March. A video was made of our children and played at the ball. It was both a good and very difficult opportunity. We are so thankful that we are able to share our beautiful daughter with so many people and to share of God's sustaining grace in our lives, however it was very difficult to be "the family" that lost a child to heart disease! That child is Lindsey, not just another child with heart disease, our full of life, happy beautiful girl! God we trust you, not our own strength to be able to comprehend and accept your perfect plan.

Andrea and Scott Wigginton
Amy and Brian Thompson

Heart Walk 2009

2009-04-01T20:13:00.005-04:00

Heart Walk - Saturday, March 14

It was a cold, rainy day....but we enjoyed walking, remembering Lindsey, and being with family and friends.

Jason being interviewed for Fox News

Selah all bundled up....she ended up in the coffee shop with both Grandmas!

Scott and Andrea

Mandy and Megan

Grandma Greene and Cadence

Getting Spoiled!

Sisters - January/February 2009

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Playing on the floor together.

Selah 7 months old

Happy Valentines Day 2009

Selah's first tea party.

Heartwalk 2009

2009-02-17T13:57:00.005-05:00

We will once again participate in the Heartwalk in memory of Lindsey. All are welcome to come walk with us on Saturday, March 14 Falls Park in downtown Greenville. The registration begins at 8am and the walk starts at 9am. If you have shirts from the previous years please wear them, if you would like a shirt we have some extra and would take a donation to the American Heart Association for the shirt.

This picture was taken at the 2006 Heartwalk. We were just given this picture from AHA, we never knew we had a picture with Lindsey at the heartwalk! Little did we know how much heart disease was going to impact our lives. A mild heart condition turned very serious and changed our lives forever. We continue to thank God for the opportunity to share our story of loss, yes, but of hope!

Christmas 2008

2009-01-13T10:13:00.007-05:00

"Polar Express Day" at school. She wore her pjs and made gingerbread house and watched the Polar Express! What a great way to start off Christmas Break!

4th Annual Kids Holiday Christmas Party

The theme this year was Gingerbread Men!

Holiday Fun

Playing the bells for a carol sing at a coffee shop downtown.

This picture was taken right after we put cookies and milk out for Santa!

Christmas Morning, showing off their new Alabama caps.

Boehm/Ramler Family
(Grammy Boehm, Jason's sister Jennifer, husband Brad, twins Bryce and Braydn)

Thanksgiving 2008

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Thanksgiving Play

Thanksgiving Lunch at Cadence's School

Remembering Lindsey 2008

2008-12-08T20:37:00.003-05:00

We visited Lindsey's remembering place right as the sun was beginning to set. You can see Cadence kneeling down placing a picture she had made for Lindsey. The colors are beautiful and it helps to remind us that even in our deep sadness the beauty of God's creation surrounds us. Recently Jason and I had the opportunity to share a testimony and I sang a song about the Deep Love of Jesus. The first verse of the song goes like this:

Oh the deep, deep love of Jesus vast unmeasured boundless free

Flowing as a mighty ocean in its fullness over me.

Underneath me all around me

Is the fullness of His love

Leading onward, leading homeward to that glorious rest above!

So many times we can feel in a very tangible way the deep love of Jesus completely surrounding us, for how in the world could we manage such a loss without it. We cling to this love and the hope that it is eternal. Even now come quickly Lord Jesus!

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Remembering Lindsey Today

April 4, 2001 - November 7, 2006

Halloween 2008

2008-11-01T22:08:00.006-04:00

Pumpkin Carving

Grandma with our little pumpkin, not too happy she had shots today!

Uncle Ryan enjoying some Selah time!

Introducing Lucy of Narnia

Aslan and Lucy

Grandma with a ninja, bumble bee, lady bug and Lucy

Cadence being a big helper

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Fiftieth Day of School

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Fall Fun

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FALL BREAK 2008

We met some friends at the park and had lunch and played football!

Giving mom the "thumbs up" sign!

Her friends - Thomas, Ben and Samuel

Sarah and Samuel

Visiting with friends

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Cadence was thrilled that her dear friend Caroline could visit all the way from TX even if it was just for one day!
Making a castle outside with chalk!

Amber meeting Selah for the first time!

The girls "Boo'd" two of our friends in the neighborhood.

This a very popular tradition in our community! Of course they had to do it in costume.

Please Pray

2008-09-22T10:59:00.003-04:00

We have been burdened for some time to bring together families that have experienced similar loss. The first weekend in October we plan to spend a weekend with 3 to 4 other families. Will you please pray for us? We want the weekend to be a time where we can share about our children, but also share how God has been our strength and comfort through this journey of grief, acceptance and healing.

Smiling Selah

2008-09-22T10:56:00.002-04:00

Selah at 11 weeks
Watching Alabama football with dad.

First Day of School

2008-08-20T12:42:00.004-04:00

Standing in the same spot her Big Sister Lindsey stood 2 years ago!

Lindsey would be so proud.
Can you believe Cadence is so grown up now? Here the girls are together on Lindsey's first day. Cadence loved her first day of school. Her teacher is Mrs. Stephenson and the assistant teacher is Mrs. Crabtree, the same assistant that taught Lindsey.

Following the eagles on the wall to her classroom.
All smiles after riding on the hot bus!

Another Month

2008-08-07T21:30:00.004-04:00

On the 7th of every month we can't help but to dwell on what happened on November 7, 2006. There is something about yet another month going by without our precious daughter. It still seems unreal that she is gone and has been for 21months. We are getting further and further away from a life that included her. That is difficult to manage. Right now we have such a wide range of emotions, we are so overjoyed by the birth of beautiful Selah and are so excited for Cadence as she is about to begin school, and yet we still have such a heartache that cannot be expressed over missing Lindsey. How does one deal with such a wide spread of emotions? Well, for one, lots and lots of tears, mixed with cries out to God for strength. We recently heard a wonderful message about how God is near to the brokenhearted. It was a great reminder that we are not alone for in Isaiah 61:1 it says that He has come to heal the brokenhearted. So that is how we handle such a time, we look to the Lord God and cry to Him for He and He alone will heal our hearts!

Selah at 5 weeks

2008-08-07T21:24:00.003-04:00

A Few New Photos

2008-07-13T17:02:00.004-04:00

Cadence loves to hold Selah, here Selah looks like a baby doll!

Selah's First Week

2008-07-04T22:54:00.013-04:00

Some pictures of Selah's room. Thanks to Aunt Jenny for the curtains and letters!

2008-06-30T06:43:00.008-04:00

Selah (sē′lə) Elizabeth (ĭ-lĭz'ə-bəth)

PAUSE & REFLECT (סלה)
ON GOD’S PROMISE (אֱלִישֶׁבַע)

1. God is good and has blessed us with a daughter.
Selah.

2. Though our grief and sorrow and longing to be with Lindsey are as intense as ever, we praise God that He has given her a sister.
Selah.

3. Our joy is greatest for Ruth and Liz, on whom God has richly bestowed another granddaughter.
Selah.

4. We rejoice that Cadence can be the big sister to her little sister.
Selah.

5. Just as we have done, we invite you to ‘pause and reflect’ on ‘God’s promise’ of an eternal reunion.
Selah Elizabeth.

Time of birth: 8:27 EDT, June 30, 2008

Weight: 8 lbs., 1 oz.

Height: 20 1/4 inches

Favorite football team: Alabama Crimson Tide

A special year!

2008-05-29T08:29:00.005-04:00

As Cadence turns five, this will prove to be a year filled with new things for Cadence and a few difficult ones for Mom & Dad. We are so blessed to have an amazing child who loves life and seems not to be too affected by the fact that she is now the same age as her sister Lindsey was when she went to heaven. Sure she has questions, and we assure her that just because she is five does not mean that she necessarily gets to go to heaven this year too. Of course in her mind (and in reality) that would be an awesome thing, to get to go to heaven and be with Jesus and her sister.

We have had some milestones. We took Cadence to the pediatric cardiologist (Lindsey's heart doc), just as a precaution since she is now five. We are thankful that Cadence's heart is normal! Then we took her for orientation at her school - the same school that Lindsey attended. That was a big step of faith, but we are trying to focus on how exciting this all is for Cadence, not on the short time that Lindsey was a student there.

The most exciting and wonderful milestone is that Cadence asked Jesus into her heart! We have always been very open about talking about what Jesus did for us on the cross and, ever since Lindsey's death, we talk even more about heaven and the 2nd coming of Christ, when He will return and take all those who believe with Him to be together forever. So this past Sunday, we did not think it was unusual when the whole lunch conversation was about what Jesus did for us and how to be "saved". Well this time, she would not let it go, so we kept talking about it and kept talking about it until she wanted to accept Jesus in her heart and ask him to forgive her sins! How amazing it is to see the faith of a child. She believes and what a wonderful party went on in heaven on Sunday. I am sure Lindsey was so excited that her sister gave her life to Jesus!!

Mother's Day 2008

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Cadence is FIVE!

2008-05-29T08:08:00.006-04:00

Happy Birthday Cadence!

Every since the movie Ratatouille, Cadence has begged us to go to a fancy restaurant. We promised her that when she turned 5 she could go. This is right before we left for the restaurant.Ariel Birthday Party at the Reedy River Falls Park Downtown Greenville

Water Balloon Toss
Getting ready to walk like a mermaid!
Mermaid sack races!

How special to have both Grandmothers at her party!!Opening gifts from all her friends and family.

Just the day before her birthday she had her very first "real" haircut!
Mom had always cut it before.

Happy Birthday Lindsey, We love and miss you!

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May 2006

April 4, 2006

April 3, 2006

Ephesians 3: 16-19 (New Living)

I pray that from his glorious, unlimited resources he will empower you with inner strength through his Spirit. Then Christ will make his home in your hearts as you trust in him. Your roots will grow down into God's love and keep you strong. And may you have the power to understand as all God's people should, how wide, how long, how high, and how deep his love is. May you experience the love of Christ, though it is too great to understand fully. Then you will be made complete with all the fullness of life and power that comes from God.

Celebrating Easter 2008

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On Saturday we went to the mountains and enjoyed a fun afternoon at Brights Creek. Cadence and her friends McKenna and Ashelyn enjoyed an egg hunt, painting a horse, horse rides and diving in a haystack for toys!!

Then on Sunday, after a wonderful morning service of worship, we enjoyed Easter lunch and another egg hunt with Grandma and cousins!

Laura's mother and sisters

Although we had a good day celebrating our Risen Christ, I must admit that I am jealous of Lindsey and my dad and Jason's dad! Wish we could experience the praise and celebration that they had on Easter and everyday for that matter. Heaven is sweeter everyday and we look forward to the clouds rolling back and our Savior coming to claim his own.
Won't that be a glorious day!!

2008 Heart Walk

2008-03-18T20:29:00.009-04:00

Heart Walk 2008

On Saturday, March 15 we once again joined Jason's company, TCI, and walked in the Heart Walk for the American Heart Association. In total the team raised over $10,000 in the fight against heart disease. We are so thankful for all those who came and walked with us in the memory of our daughter, Lindsey Grace. Although the forecast was grim, the clouds rolled back just in time for the walk to begin, and then when it was over and we were headed to lunch - it started to rain again! We thank God for even this small blessing that allowed us to walk in the sunshine.

Kirstyn was one of Lindsey's classmates at Bells Crossing. She raised money and came in support of her friend, Lindsey!!

Laura and Cheryl dancing in the t-shirt contest! Who wants to see a 5 month pregnant woman dancing??? Well, we won 2nd place!

Warming up before the walk.

Great warm up Christie!

Grandma Boehm and Cadence

Walking with friends

Will it be a sister or brother?

2008-02-19T19:05:00.003-05:00

IT'S A GIRL!!

We are all exicited that Cadence is going to have another sister! This time she gets to be the BIG sister. The ultrasound went well and the doctor says that everything looks great. Just because of history of heart disease we are going to a specialist this Thursday, so continue to pray for a healthy baby.

We are thankful for God's goodness.

ANYONE WALKING IN THE HEART WALK ON MARCH 15, DON'T FORGET TO SIGN UP ON OUR WEBPAGE. THE LINK IS BELOW IN ANOTHER POST.

2nd Annual Valentine's Tea Party

2008-02-15T10:25:00.005-05:00

Tea Party at Lindsey's Remembering Place

Our friend Megan joined the party.

Cadence's doll Molly, her Ariel Bear and Lindsey's Bear came to the party too!

Proudly wearing her "Daddy's Valentine" Shirt.

Happy Valentine's Day 2008

2008-02-13T20:27:00.005-05:00

He redeems me from death and crowns me with love and tender mercies. He fills my life with good things. My youth is renewed like the eagle's! Psalms 103:4-5

Happy Valentine's Day

With Loving Memories of Lindsey

Up to Date...finally

2008-02-10T18:33:00.000-05:00

I have been terrible at keeping the blog up to date. We will have some exciting news in the next few weeks so you will have to keep checking back. I promise to post on Feb. 19, when we find out whether we are having a boy or a girl.

Also, for all of you who participated in the Heart Walk last year we would love for you to come walk with us again this year. Here are the specifics:

American Heart Association Heart Walk

March 15 - Downtown Greenville at Falls Park

Visit the following link if you would like to jon our team and donate to the American Heart Association

https://www.kintera.org/faf/donorReg/donorPledge.asp?ievent=232199&lis=1&kntae232199=50D3632CCE2A4334B6414BDF3B89157E&supId=121317911

If you donate or not, we still would love to have you walk with us in Lindsey's Memory. Jason's company is again focusing their campaign on "Our Heart's Walk For Lindsey" and a new shirt is going to be available.

Trip to California

2008-02-10T18:17:00.000-05:00

In late January, Jason traveled to Newport Beach, CA for meetings. I was able to meet him and spend a few days enjoying the west coast. However, to our dismay, it rained - no it was a downpour of rain - everyday we were there. We still had fun and visited the sites we had planned: Hollywood, with the walk of fame, Rodeo Drive, and the Farmers Market. We also drove by the Rose Bowl in Pasadena. We spent a full day in Burbank touring the Warner Bros studios and then attended a taping of The Tonight Show with Jay Leno. We had hoped for a guest that we really wanted to see, but with the writer's strike no one wanted to be on the show. Of the trip, we enjoyed our last morning the most. It finally stopped raining for a few hours and we drove up and down the Pacific Coast Highway. It was beautiful; Jason took pictures (a new hobby). We both loved the Newport Beach area and would love to visit again.

Snow Day - January 17

2008-02-10T18:05:00.000-05:00

Cadence had prayed for snow all season long! Jason had bought a new sled last year and she was just waiting to use it. We don't see much snow here in Greenville and if you want to enjoy it you have to get up and out before it all melts. Here Jason and Cadence are sledding down our front hill at 8:15am. I enjoyed watching from the garage!

Cadence took out this bush when she came down too fast!

We have a picture of a Lindsey's snow angel in our home and Cadence had never made a snow angel. She wanted to make one just like Lindsey's. Here is her snow angel.

Warming up by the fire with hot chocolate......while dad makes sure they are not missing him too much at work!

Celebrating Christmas and New Year's

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We enjoyed hosting our annual "Kids Holiday Party".

From left to right: Claire and Wade, Will and John, Cousins Max, Petra and Kezziah, and the one with the cheesy grin is Cadence! The kids always enjoy the Gingerbread House that "Aunt" Judy brings. However, Cadence informed me that next year we are making gingerbread cookiemen to go with the house!

THE BIG ANNOUNCEMENT

This picture was taken on Christmas Eve minutes after we told our family that we are expecting a baby! Boehm #3 will be born in late June or early July! We are excited and Cadence is thrilled. She is hoping for a brother, she says because she already has a sister! We are thankful that God has blessed us in this way, it is hard to "move on" without Lindsey, but we have always wanted more children and we are looking forward telling this child all about their sister Lindsey who is waiting for us in heaven.

Christmas Eve Family Party

We had a special treat planned for our family....a chocolate fountain!

This Christmas Laura's family decided to "spoil" our mother, Ruth, and makeover her bedroom. This is a picture right before the big reveal.....we had fun spoiling her. Pictured is Tracy (Josh's wife), Laura, Teri (Rick's wife), Rebecca and Cheryl. Sadly Susan was not able to be with us do to her children having the chicken pox.
After the "Greene" Family all went home, we enjoyed another week of New Year's Fun with Jason's sister Jennifer, her twin boys Bryce and Braydn and Grandma Boehm. In this picture the cousins are enjoying making their own pizzas.

Remembering Lindsey on November 7

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The following notes and pictures will hopefully give you a glimpse of how we spent the day remember Lindsey and reflecting on God's sustaining grace.

On November 6 my dear friends Sara and Andrea helped me make some flower arrangements that we took on the 7th to Lindsey's school, & "The Little Gym" (where she met Jesus).

We made a few special arrangements for grandmothers and friends. Then we made a wreath for our front door that you can see in the picture below.

Our friends Ryan & Danielle and Todd & Carrissa went to every business on Woodruff Road that had a marque and asked if they would put the words "Remembering Lindsey" on their sign. Two businesses agreed to do it all day on the 7th. This Chick-fil-A ironically is right in front of where the "The Little Gym" is located. This was such a thoughtful way for our friends so show us that they miss and love Lindsey!
Flowers and Notes left by friends and family.

Lindsey's friends and sister, Cadence, singing Jesus Loves Me at Lindsey's Remembering Place.

On the evening of the 7th we had over 40 people come by our home to show their love and to remember Lindsey. Our family and friends, Sara and Cory, gave us a priceless gift. Lindsey's memorial service framed. It now hangs in our dining room. It is a beautiful remembrance of what God has done for us. It still brings us to tears, but seeing her face and her drawings of how she loves Jesus assures us that her testimony lives and many lives have been touched.

Sara and Laura showing off our wreath we made!

"His mercies are new every morning, GREAT is His faithfulness."

Trick or Treating with Ariel

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We started the evening off by visiting Grandma and Aunt Cheryl. The clown (me) sprayed them with silly string thus the looks on their faces!

Ariel had fun searching for her favorite piece, she chose Nerds! She missed having her sister to walk with tonight, she prayed that God would give Lindsey extra hugs and kisses for us tonight.

God is good, he gives us joy admist our suffering. Blessed be the name of the Lord!

Alabama Beats Tennessee

2007-10-26T16:15:00.001-04:00

Last weekend we enjoyed watching Bama beat TN.

Finally we went to a game that we actually won!!

SCOREBOARD

ALABAMA 41 TENNESEE 17

Contest Entry

2007-10-26T16:05:00.000-04:00

Karen Kingsbury is a gifted writer and one of my mother-in-law's favorite. So when we learned of a contest she was having, Jason quickly wrote a beautiful, emotional entry. The contest was called "Win a Cruise for Someone Else". Our entry did not win, but it did receive an honorable mention. The link to the story is below, please take a moment to read it. Click on "Win a Cruise fro Someone Else Winners". His entry is under honorable mentions towards the bottom.

http://www.karenkingsbury.com/contests/previousContests/

Roll Tide

2007-09-27T12:46:00.000-04:00

This past weekend we went to Tuscaloosa for the AL/GA game. We knew it was going to be difficult because the last game we went to was with Lindsey on November 4 last year. It was another "first" to go through. Cadence was full of energy and was so much fun all day long. We had our moments, especially when we went into the stadium and saw our seats, just a reminder of where we sat last year and Lindsey not being there. I can honestly say that God gave us a good day and we are thankful for his continued grace in each of these "firsts"

Here are a few pics from the weekend.

Don't be fooled she is not really asleep!

Scripture for today...

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I Peter 1:6-8

So be truly glad.

There is wonderful joy ahead, even though you have to endure many trials for a little while. These trials will show that your faith is genuine. It is being tested as fire tests and purifies gold though your faith is far more precious than mere gold.

So when your faith remains strong through many trials, it will bring you much praise and glory and honor on the day when Jesus Christ is revealed to the whole world.

You love him even though you have never seen him. Though you do not see him now, you trust him: and you rejoice with a glorious , inexpressible joy.

The reward for trusting him will be the salvation of your souls.

Later in the same chapter is says:

Its is all so wonderful that even the angels are eagerly watching these things to happen.

So maybe Lindsey is eagerly watching as well. I can't say that I am always "glad" as the beginning of the verse states, but I am glad about the coming of Christ and the glorious eternity that is coming. We are amazed that we have come almost a year since Lindsey's going to heaven. We are not sure what to do on November 7, pray that God will lead us as we seek to celebrate Lindsey life.

Memory Crape Myrtle

2007-08-15T08:59:00.000-04:00

The purple crape myrtle was given in Lindsey's memory by her cousins:

Lauren, Russell, Drake, Ricky, Natalie, Harrison, Angelie, Max, Kezziah, Petra

Rick - Sorry it has taken so long to post a picture.

At least I got it in full bloom.

It is beautiful!

She looks too old in this picture!

Megan and Meredith come to visit

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Cadence enjoyed some pool time with Megan.
Sorry girls, had to put this picture in here.

They are dancing to Joni's Songs about Heaven.

Playing in the "fort" we made in the living room.

New Camera Snapshots

2007-07-28T13:33:00.000-04:00

The rose bushes have all been gifts in Lindsey's memory.

As many of you know we had an opportunity this week to speak at an American Heart Association Staff Meeting for NC, SC. Preparing to tell our story was difficult and giving it was not easy, however we were thankful for the opportunity to share about Lindsey. She was an amazing gift from God and we were able to encourage and motivate them to continue to do the job they are doing. We played an audio piece from Lindsey's funeral that gave such a beautiful vivid description of her and her testimony that she loved Jesus.

We continue to mourn, but we mourn with hope.

Our trial never ends... yet God's grace is everlasting!

2007-07-02T13:50:00.000-04:00

It has been a while since I blogged how we are "really" doing. I know it must be difficult for many of our friends and even family to know what to say or do for us at now almost 8 mths.
We may look "normal" or seem to act normal and you hesitate to say something or do something because you are afraid that you will cause us more pain. We feel very alone when Lindsey's name is not mentioned or when we are not asked about our daily struggle to live without her. The pain is still very real and we still cannot believe that she is gone. Not too long ago I sang this song in our old church in Chattanooga. I'm not sure how I got through it - well I do know - by prayer and God wanted His name praised. Really look at the second line of the song, " No need, no want, no trial, no pain, can compare to this" - sometimes that is hard for me to take. I am so thankful that He did take God's wrath so I can look forward to the day when all this earthly pain and suffering will be over.

Before the Cross

My Savior's sacrifice paid for all my sin, so in my suffering I look to the cross again.
No need, no want, no trial, no pain, can compare to this:
The wrath of God once meant for me, was all spent on Him.

Before the cross, I humbly bow.
I place my trust, in the Savior.
His finished work, captures my gaze.
You bore the wrath, I know the grace.

In my darkest hour, your presence is my peace.
In my days of joy, your grace carries me.
Jesus, my great high priest. The One who pleads for me.
My heart is filled with faith in you.
Here at Calvary on my knees.

Remembering Lindsey on vacation.

2007-06-27T13:29:00.001-04:00

It was very difficult to go on vacation without Lindsey. God gave us a few extra special ways to show that He is with us helping us endure all the "1sts" without her. I included a 2 pictures from last summer, I just miss seeing her on the blog.

Trip to Chicago

2007-06-27T12:59:00.001-04:00

Memorial Day Weekend

2007-06-05T07:57:00.000-04:00

We enjoyed spending time with friends in Chattanooga.

Amy and Wesley

Creative Discovery Museum with Carlee and Conner.

Megan's Graduation

2007-06-05T07:44:00.000-04:00

Many of you know that we have a very special relationship with our babysitter Megan. She started watching Lindsey when Lindsey was 4mths old. I don't even think of her as a babysitter anymore, she is apart of our family. Needless to say, she loves our girls and misses Lindsey very much. On Friday night, Megan graduated from high school. We were very privileged to sit with her family. During the graduation the graduates are given the opportunity to give roses to special people in their lives. Megan gave Cadence a red rose and then she gave me two roses, one red rose for me and then a white rose in memory of Lindsey.

Notice the roses in the picture below.

Megan and Laura at Megan's graduation party

Cadence Turns Four

2007-05-08T13:48:00.000-04:00

Build - A - Bear

PARTY

"Waking the bears up"

Cadence is making a wish on the heart that will go inside her bear.

Cadence named her bear "Ariel Lindsey"

Ariel was Lindsey's favorite princess. The Sunday before Lindsey went

to heaven we had gone to Build - A - Bear and she had shown us the

Ariel costume and said that she wanted that for Christmas.

Cadence's friends and cousins enjoyed making a bear!

Showing off all her new garden gear.

Comfort for Today

2007-05-02T09:13:00.000-04:00

I was reading in a small devotional book about grief and came across this entry and had to share it with you.

In John 11 we read about Martha's struggle between her feelings and what she knew to be true. She was grieving because her brother Lazarus had died. When Jesus spoke with her, she told Him that she believed in a future day of resurrection. But then Jesus took her a step further and helped her to find comfort by focusing on Him rather than just on a future event. He declared, "I am the resurrection and the life". This led her to confess her faith in Him. Her new focus on Him must have helped her because she then went to her sister Mary and told her to come to Jesus.

It's wonderful to know that because Jesus died for our sins and rose from the grave we can look forward to a day of resurrection. But it's even more comforting to know and trust the One who is the resurrection and the life. He is present with us today to comfort, reassure, and strengthen us through all our cirmcumstances (Matt 28:20)

Now if I can learn to have the patience for that day of resurrection. Some days I have a better resolve then others. Then there are days that I am literally quoting scripture and praying to myself on a minute to minute basis because I just cannot believe that this is my life. God is giving us each day the grace we need. I am still so thankful for my dear family and friends who continue to realize that we are so early in this journey and they are here for us lifting us up on good and bad days.

Next entry will have a picture...I promise! Cadence birthday is Monday, May 7. That will be exactly 6mths since Lindsey went to Heaven. We can have a reason to celebrate on that day, Cadence is here and she is a joy and we can celebrate that Lindsey is not dead, she is alive in Christ.

Ok, tears are starting so I need to go.

April 4th, Lindsey's Birthday

2007-04-10T09:10:00.000-04:00

Writing this entry is very difficult because I want to put a picture of Lindsey blowing out her six candles celebrating her birthday, but I can't. Instead I can tell you that on the one day that was all about her we missed her dearly.

In the morning my sister Rebecca and 2 friends, Sara and Andrea came over with their children to have a "We Love Lindsey Lunch". They brought cards and flowers and food all to show their love for Lindsey. At one point the children (without any prompting) starting singing Happy Birthday to Lindsey. They would call out to her in heaven and say, "Can you hear us Lindsey", (talk about having to keep your composure).

After lunch Cadence and I picked up Jason from work and went to the mountains in North Carolina to play some golf. Lindsey loved to play golf and playing as a family has always been a fun, relaxing way to enjoy being together. Before we left we hiked to our favorite spot, a waterfall where we had cookies, and Cadence let go of some balloons for Lindsey.

We thank God for the 5 1/2 years that we had Lindsey. She is a beautiful child and we will continue to make her a special part of our family no matter how many years we celebrate her birthday without her. We look forward to the glorious day when we will live forever with Lindsey and the One who created her.

Heart Walk - Saturday, March 17

2007-03-26T15:29:00.000-04:00

LINDSEY'S TEAM

What a wonderful group of friends and family came to honor Lindsey and support us for the Heart Walk. Lindsey's Team has raised over $13,000. Combine Lindsey's team efforts with Jason's company TCI and we are almost to the $20,000 mark. Thanks again to all who came and walked and to all those who were there in spirit. Lindsey's love for others was demonstrated through her friends and family. We love you Lindsey, you are deeply missed!

Walking over Liberty Bridge to the start of the walk.

Cadence, ready to walk in memory of her best friend.

The blue ballons had a picture of Lindsey with the writing

"Our Hearts Walk For Lindsey"

This sign read "I'm walking in tribute to Lindsey Boehm" then I put "Lindsey's Mom" with the verse Ps 73:26 "My heart may fail and my spirit may grow weak, but God remains the strength of my heart, He is mine forever."

The Strength To Keep Going

2007-03-08T23:40:00.000-05:00

To be honest it has been hard to write at all. My own personal journals are sitting untouched right now. At times it is just too painful to write the words that you know are true. I have been told that I am expecting too much from myself and that I need to step back and thank God for the one or two things each day that I am able to accomplish. Plain and simple, grief is exhausting.

Cadence and I have been enjoying a new Hermie cd that has all scripture songs about not being afraid. Today one of the verses was talking about trusting in God and Cadence asked me if I trusted in God, because she said that she did. God is using her to remind me of truth. I am praising the Lord with Hermie! =) (for those of you who don't know who Hermie is, he is a green caterpiller, a character by Max Lucado) I love the cd for Cadence because she goes around the house quoting scripture and it keeps playing in my mind as well.

HEART WALK UPDATE.....
For those of you who would still like to join us on Saturday, March 17 you do not have to pay or buy anything to walk. The walk is at Falls Park downtown Greenville. The walk starts at 10am, but you will want to come early to park and find our group. Lindsey's Team has raised almost $5,000. We have 75 people walking with us so far. If you need more info, please email us at bamaboehms@charter.net. Or you can look at the previous post and go to Lindsey's Team Page and join or team.

Valentine's Tea Party

2007-02-15T11:31:00.000-05:00

Many of you know that a few years ago I decided to make Valentine's Day a special family day at our house. Sure, Jason and I get to go out and celebrate sometime during the week, but on Valentine's Day we had a very special family dinner. The girls would plan days ahead what they were going to wear and how they were going to make Daddy's Valentine card. We would make the dinner together and decorate the table with place cards and programs for the evening. We usually would dance in the living room after dinner.

This year was different. At first I was dreading the day, then we decided to have Cadence make something to put at "Lindsey's Remembering Place". (Notice the painted wooden "LOVE") A dear friend had given Cadence a new tea set because she knew that Lindsey and Cadence loved to have tea parties. So we ended up having a tea party at "Lindsey's Remembering Place". We talked about Lindsey and remembered what we did last Valentine's Day. We also talked about her being in heaven and all the parties she must be having there.
Thanks Amber and Caroline for joining us for our tea party!

Then last night we were the guest of honor at a play that was presented by Lindsey's school. The play was Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. Some of Lindsey's classmates were the baby oopma loompas. It was bittersweet to see them on stage. We were so pleased and honored that they dedicated the performance in memory of Lindsey and they are giving part of the proceeds to the memorial fund. What an incredible gift, we know that Lindsey was loved.

Happy Valentine's Day - Here is Cadence playing in the "peanuts" from a Valentine's package!

Heart Walk

2007-01-25T21:36:00.000-05:00

Tire Centers, the company Jason works for, has designated this year’s American Heart Association Heart Walk in memory of Lindsey. The Heart Walk will be March 17 at Falls Park in downtown Greenville. We are recruiting walkers and/or fundraisers. You can participate in a number of ways.
First, you can be a walker and fundraiser for our team. We have set a goal of $2,500 for our team which we’ve designated "Lindsey’s Team". If you would like to be a walker and fundraiser, go to the following webpage and click on the "Join Our Team" link.
http://heartwalk.kintera.org/faf/search/searchTeamPart.asp?ievent=178991&lis=1&amp;amp;amp;kntae178991=8E2A63FB74404B558501552673630015&team=1747175&tlteam=1668511
If you raise $100, you will get a free T-shirt that will have Lindsey's picture and the slogan "Our Hearts Walk for Lindsey" to wear at the walk.
Second, you can simply walk and show your support for the AHA. Click the link above to sign up to just walk. If you are going to walk and/or fundraise, please sign up by January 30.
Third, you can buy the t-shirt for $20, with the proceeds going to the AHA. To buy a t-shirt, please send us a check for $20 made out to the American Heart Association along with your shirt size. Our address is 18 Rothesay Street, Simpsonville, SC 29681.
Fourth, you can donate to the AHA on my page at:
https://www.kintera.org/faf/donorReg/donorPledge.asp?ievent=178991&lis=1&kntae178991=457ED4CD9D5C484092B5E7CBA473936A&supId=160485633
Thanks for your support of the AHA and the memory of Lindsey!

Reunion

2007-01-20T22:15:00.000-05:00

Mike Greene went home to be with the Lord and Lindsey at 7:15 pm on January 21. Please continue to pray for us as we deal with so many emotions, desires, decisions, and explanations. Cadence is excited for Grandpa and a little jealous. We truly feel God's grace carrying us.

My Dad

2007-01-18T09:37:00.000-05:00

I know many of you are praying for my dad, Mike Greene. On Monday the doctors told my dad that the cancer cell numbers have increased and that the chemo treatments are not being successful. The doctor said that he could have as little as a week to live. Hospice came to the house yesterday and will be assisting us in making my dad as comfortable as possible. I can only say again that God loves us and He is pouring out His grace on our family. It is hard to block out the pain of losing Lindsey to focus on my parents now. Pray for strength and direction. My dad's brother Tim and sister Susan are here. My brother Rick will fly here today and my brother Josh comes in on Saturday. “Trust in him at all times; ye people, pour out your heart before him: God is a refuge for us” (Psalm 62:8).

Weekend Update

2007-01-15T16:15:00.000-05:00

So many times I have wanted to post how we are doing and I struggle knowing what to say. Someone sent an email today that really explains how I feel. She quoted something that Elizabeth Elliot (widowed missonary in Ecuador ) once said, "Sometimes, life is so hard you can only do the next thing. Whatever that is, just do the next thing. God will meet you there."

This past weekend we did just that. Jason had to work in Chattanooga on Friday so we were able to spend the night with our friends Brian and Amy Thompson. We had not been to their home since Lindsey's death. It was hard to see the swing on the porch where the girls loved to swing with Brian. So many memories. We went to dinner Friday evening with Brian and Amy and David and Karen Myrick. We love you guys! Thanks for being there for us.

While we were at dinner Friday, MiMi and Papa Greg watched Cadence for us. For those of you who don't know. MiMi is Amy Thompson's mother and has "adopted" our girls as her granddaughters. Cadence and MiMi had fun baking a cake and having a pretend birthday party. The cake was very sweet (thanks to Cadence pouring a whole bottle of sprinkles on the top) and messy, but she had fun.

From Chattanooga we went to Florence, AL to see Jason's mother. Another hard thing going to Grandma's house where the girls have stayed so many times. Then Sunday we went to the church where Jason grew up. It was hard, but good to see the people that have known him all his life and are grieving with us.

GOOD NEWS: My sister Rebecca and her husband Ryan are proud parents of a new baby girl, Petra Grace Ferguson. (Grace is in honor/memory of Lindsey) Cadence and I went to see her this afternoon. In Cadence's words "she is adorable".

His Grace Still Amazes Me

2007-01-05T15:39:00.000-05:00

Right now I am having trouble concentrating, but it seems that every morning God puts a new verse or song on my mind that I go throughout the day saying/singing. This morning it was "Your Grace Still Amazes Me" . I can hardly read the words without lifting my hands and crying.
Here is a small portion of it:

Your grace still amazes me
Your love is still a mystery
Each day, I fall on my knees
Cause your grace still amazes me
Your grace still amazes me

A Few Christmas Photos

2007-01-02T15:11:00.000-05:00

I wanted to share some pictures of Cadence from Christmas.

It is hard to post them without Lindsey beside her.

Cadence asked "Santa" for 2 things. The Elefin Game and a big box of Nerds. They were both under the tree on Christmas morning.

Here she is practicing her new ballerina steps.

Jesus' Birthday

2006-12-27T21:23:00.000-05:00

I know many of you are wondering how we survived Christmas. Well, I can't say that it was a good Christmas. I will say that this Christmas, Christ's birth means more to me than ever before. It is because of His sacrifice that we have a way to eternal life. He could have come as a grown man, but He didn't. He came as a baby and lived in this world that is cursed by death and sorrow and pain. We are praising HIM for what He has given us, eternal life through His Son. That is the Hope that keeps us going - knowing that Lindsey lives and she is waiting for that glorious day when we will be called up to join her. I am ready. Some of you don't understand truly how much we are ready to live in in the NEW EARTH with our Heavenly Father. I hope all who read this are ready to meet Him.

Jason's mother Liz and his sister Jennifer and her family have been with us and now my brother Rick and his family are in town. It has been so good to have family here taking care of our every need. For the last two days we have spent some time with Frank and Mari Venezia, dear friends of our family who lost their son Frankie 12 years ago. We have talked and cried together, and it has been encouraging to be with someone who knows us and understands the cave of darkness that we are in, but who have also experienced the awesome grace that only God can give. Conitnue to pray for my parents. My dad will have another chemo treatment tomorrow.

I will try to post pictures of Cadence from Christmas. She loved spending time with her favorite babysitter Megan!! We took Megan to Build-A-Bear and gave her the same bear that she gave Lindsey last Christmas. It was a sweet, but tearful trip to the store. So many memories.

Jason and I are looking forward to some peace and quiet in January. We have been surrounded by friends and family for weeks, which has been so needed, but we really need some time to BE STILL AND KNOW THAT HE IS GOD.

The new year will be hard, we will have to say that Lindsey died last year. Those are very painful words. Continue to pray...the Lord will answer.

Thanks to all who have been giving us music, here is a song that has ministered to me in the last few days.

I will follow You through green pastures
And sing hallelujah to Your Name
I will follow You through dark disaster
And sing hallelujah through the pain

And even in the shadow of death
I will praise You
And even in the valley I will say

Holy, my God
You are worthy of all my praise
Holy, my God
You are worthy of all my praise

You are seated on Your throne in heaven
And You see all of us down here
And You have promised You will not abandon
So I shall not fear

The Memory Tree

2006-12-11T17:52:00.000-05:00

Lindsey's Memory Tree
Jason's mother Liz was here this week and she helped me put up our Christmas decorations. We decided it would be a shame to waste all the beautiful bows that the neighbors used on the mailboxes, so we used them to create this beautiful tree. The butterfly on top came on a plant that was given to us from The Turner Family in Chattanooga. Their daughter Sadie was Lindsey's friend. The ornament with her picture is from The Picketts, another family in Chattanooga.

Our friends Amy Thompson and Haley Wooten are here for a few days with their boys Wesley and Smith. It is so good to be surrounded by friends and family. Although the pain of losing Lindsey cannot be taken away, we are comforted by all the love and prayers.

Outpouring of Love

2006-12-11T17:39:00.000-05:00

Soon after Lindsey's homegoing, my friends in the neighborhood (spearheaded by Angela) put white bows on all the mailboxes (over 100 houses) and on the lightposts, stop signs and the front entrance. They were all placed in memory and honor of Lindsey. The picture below is of Cadence proudly showing off the bows.

With Thanksgiving...

2006-11-21T13:48:00.000-05:00

I know that there are so many people who have looked at our blog and some we do not even know. Thank you for caring and enjoying the wonderful memories that we have of Lindsey. Right now we are going through the very dark days of realization, but God is very present in our struggle. He is giving us strength through friends and hundreds of prayers that are being made on our behalf. Please continue to pray. As we look to Thanksgiving we are so thankful for God's people and how they have literally caused us to stand in awe of our God.

May God bless you all as you thank HIM on Thursday. Please look to HIM for our lives are so fragile, be ready to meet HIM!

Lindsey's Homegoing

2006-11-14T15:02:00.000-05:00

As many of you know, Lindsey went to be with her Heavenly Father on November 7th, 2006. She was at a birthday party with friends from school and her heart failed. Although the pain is very real and overwhelming at times we feel the prayers of literally hundreds of people praying. We rest in the fact that God is love. When he gave us Lindsey, it was God demonstrating His love for us. When he took Lindsey, we rely on the knowledge and faith that God did it because He is love, and whatever He does is love.

My flesh and my heart faileth: but God is the strength of my heart and my portion forever. Psalms 73:26

The following is the program from Lindsey's funeral. If you double click on the image you can see it better.

Apple Farm

2006-09-25T10:09:00.000-04:00

Apple Picking

Isn't this picture great? Cadence showing how many apples she has picked!

Lindsey, Max, Cadence and Kezziah
Kezziah with Mom (Aunt Becky) enjoying an apple!

Good Morning! On Saturday we went to Sky Top Orchards with my sister Rebecca's family. The cousins had a great time picking apples and eating them. When I got home I wasn't sure what kind of apples I actually had, but we have already enjoyed an apple crisp! It is so much fun being close to family and having the opportunity to do special things together.

After the apple farm we went to Brights Creek and took a hike to this waterfall. The kids enjoyed climbing on the rocks. It was a beautiful day! That is until Alabama lost in double overtime!!

Labor Day Weekend

2006-09-19T13:51:00.000-04:00

Labor Day Weekend 2006

Sorry, it has taken me so long to post something new. We had a great holiday weekend. We rented a cabin in Pigeon Forge with Brian, Amy and Wesley Thompson, our friends from Chattanooga and Duane, Daylin, Seattle and Cyprus Beach missionaries to Germany (used to live in Chattanooga) We had so much fun and we hope to do this every time the Beaches are home on furlough. Grandma Boehm came which was such a blessing, she came and helped watch the children so we could take some time to "catch-up" with our friends.

Since we were at the cabin over the weekend, we had our own church time. Here is Lindsey reading us our Bible Lesson.

Seattle, Cadence and Lindsey singing the special music.

On our way home we went up into the mountains and let the girls play in the creek.

First Day of School

2006-08-17T16:21:00.000-04:00

Lindsey started K-5 today at Bell's Crossing Elementary. She was very excited. We met her teacher yesterday, Mrs Hawkins. This morning we all walked her into her classroom and she found her seat and Mom started to tear up and just had to walk away!!

Cadence wanted to be in the picture too! She is going to miss her play buddy, but Mom and Cadence are going to have some special times together.

I'm HOME!! The buses first stop is our subdivision, so we decided to let her ride home on the bus. She gets out of school at 2:30 and our bus stop is 2:36! The bus goes right by our house and stops 2 houses down, so we are very fortunate that it is so close. We will look forward to every afteroon and listening to Lindsey tell us all about her day!

Here come the girls!!

2006-07-26T00:23:00.000-04:00

My sister Cheryl watched the girls while we were celebrating our 10th Anniversary. Then she drove to the beach and met up with us for some family time.

Dinner out in Murrell's Inlet, SC

Lindsey loved riding the waves in, but notice the goggles.

She doesn't go near water without them!

Can it really be our 10th Anniversary!

2006-07-26T00:18:00.000-04:00

June 29, 2006

We went away to the beach for a few days to celebrate our 10th Anniversary. Jason was up to his romantic ways and here we are on a sailboat having a sunset cruise before dinner. We had a great time, wow we are so blessed.

Playing Golf

2006-06-15T15:24:00.000-04:00

The girls with their daddy at the driving range!

Lindsey at the 18th hole. We let her putt some, and then we let her play most of the 18th hole. She did a great job!

Cadence is learning too! I think she would rather hold the flag on the green!

"I'm trying to be patient until it is my turn"

A Week with Grandma Boehm

2006-06-15T15:21:00.000-04:00

After we left Dallas we drove to Alabama and left the girls with Grandma Boehm for a week....you can see what kind of spoiling went on. Take note of the message on the pillow in the 2nd picture!

Memorial Day Weekend in Dallas, TX

2006-06-15T15:10:00.000-04:00

Playing the Pretty Pretty Princess Game

with Great-Grandmother Greene

What precious memories we have of reading to grandmother. Lindsey is reading the Dick and Jane book that grandmother sent her.

Laura's Uncle Tim and Aunt Susan

Playing in Granddad and Grandmother's backyard. Cadence is watering the tomato plant.

Cadence's 3rd Birthday

2006-06-15T15:04:00.000-04:00

Birthday in Strawberry Land

Cadence loves strawberries and the doll Strawberry Shortcake. So her friends and family enjoyed having a strawberry birthday party at the park.

Check out the hat...she wears it all the time!

DISNEY TRIP MAY 2006

2006-06-15T14:53:00.000-04:00

Disney Trip May 2006

Playing games with Mickey Mouse
His biggest fans!
Josh, Angelie, Harrison, and Tracy

The Boehms at Animal Kingdom

Disney Trip May 2006

Jason had a week of continuing education classes in Orlando, so we played while he went to class! His classes finished every day at 1p so he was able to see most of Disney with us. Then later in the week my brother Josh and his family, from Tampa, came to spend time at Disney. The cousins had a blast!!

Lindsey's 5th Birthday Party

2006-04-12T14:32:00.000-04:00

This year Lindsey invited 2 friends and her grandparents to her birthday part at Gatti Town. They had a wonderful time eating pizza, cake and riding the carousel. Her cake was a Barbie cake that she helped mom decorate.

Happy Birthday DADDY!

2006-04-10T14:15:00.000-04:00

We enjoyed celebrating Daddy's birthday by first taking him to Steak 'n Shake for lunch and then we grilled steaks for dinner. The girls made him special cards and we gave him a new watch for his birthday. Lindsey helped Mom make a birthday cookie that she decorated in green icing with golf balls

Happy Birthday Kezziah

2006-04-10T14:01:00.000-04:00

Kezziah had her first birthday party on April 1. The girls enjoyed celebrating with their cousins at the "Little People" Party.

Lindsey is trying to read her card to Kezziah.

Playing Beauty Shop with Mommy

2006-02-25T21:04:00.000-05:00

Can you see the purple and pink lips and cheeks! She just may be a Cover Girl yet!

We enjoyed playing beauty shop one night when Daddy was out of town. It is a good thing no one took Mom's picture the girls really enjoyed putting makeup on me too!

Happy Valentine's Day

2006-02-25T20:59:00.000-05:00

Annual Boehm Family Valentine's Dinner

My Princesses

2006-01-16T13:24:00.000-05:00

Lindsey as "Snow White"

Cadence as "Sleeping Beauty" and Mickey as "Her Prince"
Not sure which princess she is here...just thought it was a cute picture.

Playing with all the new Christmas Gifts!

2006-01-16T13:19:00.000-05:00

Thanks Aunt Jenny for the Craft Vests and Finger Paint!!

New Year's Week

2006-01-16T13:15:00.000-05:00

We enjoyed having Jason's mother and sister's family here for a week at New Years.

The cousins really had fun playing together.

Christmas Day 2005

2006-01-16T13:08:00.000-05:00

All dressed up for church on Christmas Morning

The cousins re-enacted the Christmas Story, even Oreo (the real pony) was the donkey that Mary rode to Bethlehem.

Greene Family Christmas Photo

Taken in the barn at the Jones Creek Ranch

Hockey Game

2005-12-20T23:16:00.000-05:00

Tonight started a week of activites while family is in town for Christmas.

First stop...Greenville Grrrowl Hockey Game.

Laura's brother Josh and his wife Tracy.

Lindsey, Grandma Greene and Harrison (Josh's son)

Aunt Cheryl and Cadence having fun together!

Party Time

2005-12-20T23:09:00.000-05:00

A Christmas "Kid's Only" Party

Thanks Aunt Judy for bringing the Gingerbread House. The kids loved picking off and eating whatever their hearts desired!

Kezziah, Max, Lindsey, Cadence, Will and Claire

And more candy...

Meeting Baby Wesley

2005-12-20T23:06:00.000-05:00

Mom, Lindsey, and Cadence went to Chattanooga last week to meet Baby Wesley. Brian and Amy are the proud parents of a beautiful baby boy!

While in Chattanooga the girls enjoyed some special moments

with their all time favorite babysitter Megan!!

Christmas Time

2005-12-02T11:08:00.000-05:00

Enjoying the sights of Christmas!

Happy Thanksgiving

2005-12-02T11:04:00.000-05:00

Lindsey and Cadence enjoyed having Bryce and Bradyn for Thanksgiving!
This is the best we could do...they all don't stay still long enough!

Trick or Treat

2005-11-25T17:41:00.000-05:00

Halloween Parade

2005-11-25T17:22:00.000-05:00

Our neighborhood had a Halloween Parade. Cadence was Blue from Blues Clues and Lindsey was Luke Skywalker.