The Many Blessings of 2010

2010 started out for us with a very big surprise. Shortly after the year began we found out that we were going to have another little bundle of joy! We were totally shocked! Chloe was 10 months when we found out! I was overwhelmed with the news of another baby. My biggest fear was that Chloe would feel ignored or unloved. Dean reassured me that Chloe would not let anyone "take her place" as the "baby". Little did I know at the time but that was so true.
We celebrated Chloe's 1st birthday in March. Our family and friends helped us to celebrate this special day. Brandon is a wonderful big brother and was the "clown". He performed a little "magic show" and made animal balloons for the kids. Chloe was so cute when she buried her face in her little cake and did not come up for the longest time. She had her face buried, looking around at everyone while she ate her cake. She was probably just thrilled that she was getting to "feed herself". It was a wonderful day! She is our little princess!



Elias turned 6 in May. It is so hard to believe that my little baby is growing up so fast. He is such a sweet, compassionate little boy. He played basketball, golf and t-ball in 2010. Thus far, golf is the only sport that he likes. He has the sweetest singing voice and loves to dance. He is such a blessing to us!

In July, Jaden turned 10. I can not believe how fast my little girl is growing up- It breaks my heart! She had been asking for a certain doll since the beginning of the year. There are matching outfits for the Dollie & Me doll & little girl. I figured that would be the last baby doll she would want so we got it for her. She was so happy. Of course, Chloe tried to claim her doll.


On October 4th, our family welcomed Colby Daon Woodell into the world. He was 9lb. 12 oz, 21 and a half inches. What a beautiful, sweet blessing this baby has been to us. He is a very happy baby with one of the most beautiful smiles I have ever laid my eyes on. Of course, it has been an adjustment having a 5th child in our family. Dean jokes that we are having trouble adjusting to this 5th child and he can't figure it out.LOL. We have never had two so close in age but with God's help WE CAN DO ALL THINGS!



Our very dear friend, Charlie's mother was called home by the Lord in October. Shirlene Davis was a precious Saint of God! She will be greatly missed. Her Godly wisdom and love for the Lord were so evident in her life. I will miss her so much but I have faith that I will see her again one day! I am so very thanful that God has given her beautiful family A Peace that Surpasses All Understanding.



In December, Brandon turned 18. The whole week was an emotional roller coaster for me. The postpartum hormones had me in a bind. I cried so much that week. It was just so sad to know that my little baby had grown up before I even realized it. The words of that song, "Don't Blink" are so true. We threw him a big birthday bash. His Godmother, Adrienne and Auntie Nicole came in from Virginia to celebrate this special event. Our close family friend, Charlie, also came in from out of town. It was wonderful to have our special friends and family here for this joyous occasion. I made a ridiculously long slideshow for him. I sang "Always be a child" by Ray Boltz to Brandon. After the first line in the song I had to stop I was crying so hard. I was able to pull it together and finish singing halfway through the song. At the end of the slideshow , Brandon came and hugged me and told me he loved me which made all the hard work totally worth it. After the party, we had about 7 of his friends stay over. So thankful that Brandon is a good kid with good friends. I am so thankful God blessed me with this child.

Christmas was so sweet this year. We were surrounded with family and friends. Our children are healthy and happy. My husband loves me even though he is not the very affectionate type. There were many gifts exchanged but the greatest gifts ever were the GRACE & MERCY that Jesus gave us when he died on the cross at Calvary! Thank you Jesus! That is my Journey Back into 2010. I know it's not complete with all the pics. There will be more to come.

Elias reading the Christmas story from his new Bible that Grandma Angie & Papa bought him for Christmas. Brandon, Jaden & Elias took turns reading Luke's account of the birth of Jesus!

I love my Babies so much!


I am so thankful to still have my grandfather, Mr. Herbert Hoover Lloyd, with us! I thank God for his wisdom and his love! What a jewel he is!



Colby's First Christmas! What a precious, sweet little boy he is!

I am blessed beyond measure! This was a wonderful Christmas and being with my husband and kids was the best part because at the end of the day Family is what it is all about! God Bless!