Last weekend our friends, Lauren and Russell, eloped and we were so very privileged to be able to be there. It was absolute gorgeous day and Lauren could not have picked out a more beautiful place. We had a blast! Wonderful dinners and great conversations with friends! We also had the opportunity to meet Russell's brother and sister-in-law, Chris and Ginger. We felt as if we had known them for years. 
More photos to come...
Over the past several months I have taken lots of photos, but I have not had the time to blog about them. Instead of writing about every little thing, I figured I would just post some photos with captions that way I don't feel too far behind. Hopefully, in 2009 I can keep my posts updated.
I know, I know. It has been over a month since my last blog. I guess I have been somewhat busy with the holiday season. I have a lot of pictures to post, but I believe I will just start with the most recent, and then if I have the opportunity I will go back and post others.
Spencer and I had a wonderful holiday season spent with family. On Christmas Eve we spent the evening with my parents. My mom just happened to be out walking the dog and she saw a car stopped. It turned around and drove past her. Then Gunter, her dog, started pulling her towards the woods just off the road. She heard the cries of a kitten, that is when she saw one little kitten come running toward her. Then two, then three. Needless to say, the car she had previously seen dropped off three kittens in the pouring down rain on Christmas Eve. Some people are so heartless. Spencer and I have decided to take the male so Piper can have a buddy. The other two are females and are in need of an excellent home. Check them out:
This will be the new addition to our family.
Spencer and I went to the farm this weekend. It was a great weekend to go exploring because it was really cold at night and still only about 50 during the day. Sunday morning we decided we would go exploring in the woods. Check out what we found.
Well, it's been a while since I have blogged. I guess you could say we have been pretty busy, but I am not sure what we have actually done. Trey was in town for a few weeks so we hung out with him. We went to the farm for a couple of weekends. But, mostly we have just been enjoying the beautiful fall weather.
On Sunday we went with Lauren and Russell to Oak Mountain State Park so they could take some engagement photos. It was gorgeous! The leaves were absolutely beautiful. It is truly amazing the beauty you have in your own backyard.
I have also been playing around with my camera by taking some pictures of Bella and Piper. Check it out!
This is the view from our bedroom window! It is gorgeous as the sun is coming up as well as when the sun is setting.
May 6, 1997- October 22, 2008
Our sweet Buddy passed away today. Buddy has been with Spencer and me through our entire relationship. He passed away peacefully and is in a much better place. He has been reunited with Florida, Rascal, and Abby. Please pray for Spencer and me as we cope with this loss. This is truly one of the most difficult things we have gone through. He was a member of our family and is going to be missed very much. Bella and Piper are also having a difficult time. We love you Buddy!!!
So, on Saturday my mom and I went to Rainbow City to have my oil changed at the dealership where we purchased my car. We then went on to take Buddy to our veterinarian in Boaz. This is the vet that saved Bella from Parvo, so yes, we travel to take our animals to what we consider the best.
Anyway, Buddy has been breathing rather heavily lately. Almost as if he cannot catch his breath. Spencer and I became rather worried and decided we needed to take him to Dr. Creel to have him checked out. After a fecal test, blood work, and x-rays we found out Buddy is negative for heart worms, but he does have congestive heart failure. He is currently on Ketoconazole and Lasix for two weeks to help relieve the congestion. He is also on Encard for the rest of his life. The vet did not give me a life expectancy, but I of course did not ask. I don't want to know. I believe this medicine will help and he still seems rather happy. He's not lethargic, so hopefully this will keep him ticking for several more years. He actually seems like he is breathing better. and still has some spring in his step.
Buddy is very special to Spencer and me. He has been around for our entire relationship. Spencer got Buddy for his 16th birthday. He is a major part of our family. Please say a prayer for him.
