A Blooming Legacy

Today was the usual weekend routine. With the beautiful weather, we cleaned house, washed cars, and did the yard. As I was helping, I realized that I have quite a legacy right in my front yard!

The first picture is of a type of red bloomed lily that my Grandma LeCour "Mumps" loved. She called them "surprise flowers" and loved it when they bloomed. When Mumps passed away, Charles and I dug up about 5 bulbs and brought them to our house in hopes that we too could have "surprise flowers". They have done very well as you can see and bloom a few times a year. I was surprised when they bloomed the day before Hurricane Ike. Only to learn after the hurricane that they are called "Hurricane Lillies" according to the Houston Chronicle. Although they are beautiful, hopefully next time they bloom...it will not be due to a hurricane!

The next picture is also a tale of a legacy. As my sis wrote on her blog, Many years ago, my Grandpa and Grandma Parks planted some lillies in their yard in Lubbock, TX. After Grandpa passed away in 1994 and Grandma moved to a smaller home, my Dad uprooted some of the lilies in Grandpa and Grandma's yard and transplanted them into his yard. If you don't already know, bulbs are very hearty and multiply super quick. After about 8 years at Mom and Dad's house, their original 8 or so had become several DOZEN. 5 years ago when my sis and hubby bought their home, Dad uprooted some of his lilies and shared them with them. A few months ago, Charles and i decided that we should have some at our house. We planted some in our walkway, and as you can see they are quite healthy! They only bloom about twice a year, and they always make me smile and think of him when I see them. These are some amazing "generational" lilies, passed down 3 generations, and they have survived at least 15 years.

So, Thanks to Grandma "Mumps" LeCour and Grandpa Parks, we have a beautiful yard that makes us smile every day! We miss you both and love you.

This is your Life, are you who you want to be?

After my Sister's true "blog" from yesterday, I feel that I must respond (for those out of the loop, click on the link to my Sister Mendy's blog on the left and read). My sister is truly an amazing woman with so much love and passion, that I feel it is good to recognize that bad things happen to good people. As a Christian, I believe whole heartedly that God never hands you more than you can take. No matter what LIFE hands you, God has it planned out. So, we must all realize that people will disappoint us...yes, even the ones we love most! Our best friends, siblings, parents, co-workers will ALL disappoint us at some point. We are human, sinners by nature, and this is a fact of life. We ourselves will even be the product of disappointment to someone else at some point. BUT, anyone ready for some positive news?? It is how we handle ourselves and treat others during the disappointing times that will determine who we are as a person. In this case, My sis exemplifies what we should do. God calls us to turn the other cheek (no matter how strong the fire), show love, and PRAY for those who persecute us. One of my favorite songs is by the band Switchfoot and it is titled, "This is your Life." In the chorus, the singer asks one very profound qustion that we should all ask ourselves..."This is YOUR life, are you who you want to be?" Ask yourself this question often, and if you are happy with who you have turned out to be, then pray for others to feel this way. Is it hard to pray for those who hate you, of course. Is it what we are called to do as Christians by Christ? YES!

More Hurricane Ike

Here are some more pics of Hurricane Ike. The damage control is just now getting under way. School for Klein ISD will resume on Wednesday and we are excited to get back to normal. Continue to pray for our community and friends!

Kelsey's Bachelorette Shower!

What did I tell you? I am trying to be better, and updating my blog...only problem is that I have SO MUCH to update!! I couldn't let Kelsey's Bachelorette Shower go! This was such an awesome time for our gang to hang out and celebrate with her. We love you Kelsey...even if you have been married for a month or two now!!

Breast Cancer 3 Day

My Sister, Charles, My Cousin Shelly and I have all committed to walk in the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer 3 day the first weekend in November. Each of us has raised at least $2,200 to walk, and we are still training as we speak. I wanted to note though that we are walking in memory and honor of several that have been affected by breast cancer. The top of our lists include: Grandma "Mumps" LeCour, Fran Erzen, Grandma "Gangaw" Watts (as shown in picture above), Syble Graham, and many more. When we walk in Novemember, these women we will honor. For more information, check out our website at http://www.the3day.org/goto/StacyHall.

My Little Kennybug!!

As part of my Updating...how could I forget to put pics of my little niece on here! Mackenzie (known as "Kennybug"), is my little angel and I love her more than words!!

What's for dinner?

So, as I went grocery shopping tonight, I found it to be a bit difficult as our Walmart is still without frozen food. It almost looked eery tonight! So much for homemade chicken pot pie. Maybe next week....

Hurricane Ike

Hurricane Ike...Take a hike! Here are a few pics from the hurricane and the damages in our area! Thankfully we only had minimal damages compared to our neighbors. Praise God for that!

I am updating...Happy BD Charles!!

I know some of you might need to sit down for this one...but I am UPDATING our BLOG!!

Many of my Friends and family are going through life changing events, and I keep up with everyone through blogs...well, now I feel guilty and want to attempt to keep up our blog as well. Bear with me though as I learn and do my best! So, in the Hall household...we have hit a major milestone...the last Birthday before the big 3-0 for Charles. Happy 29th Birthday honey, I love you!!