tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34075466604385538522024-03-13T21:43:30.422-04:00The Bishop's Blognic bishophttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17115524986213632327noreply@blogger.comBlogger53125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3407546660438553852.post-31573892368774884022013-01-08T22:23:00.000-05:002013-01-08T22:23:36.227-05:00A Haiti Story...<div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;">
<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">I was listening to Pandora (as I do from time to time) and a song came on I hadn’t heard in years (like 12). <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/the-roses/id253126956?i=253127395">“The Roses” by Caedmon’s Call</a>. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">I was thinking about Haiti (as I do from time to time) and a certain person popped into my head.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Maximilian.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">One of the most memorable events in our recent trip to Haiti was when Maximilian took us by his house.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>We had just hiked down the steep mountain to the well in Fond Baptiste, and back up.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The air was hot; I was thinking inwardly, because I was extremely tired.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>At the top of the mountain was Maximilian’s humble home.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>His wife and daughter were outside shucking corn.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">Maximilian had two buildings with brightly colored walls that were tucked into the dense forest of the Haitian mountains.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>There were clothes drying on the clothesline strung out across the property.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>His wife had to pull back a blanket to greet us as we arrived.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>His daughter of three or four was shy, but his wife was inviting and happy to see us.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The building to the left was Maximilian’s house.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>It had light blue walls and over the door was written “The Lord is Lord.”<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The building to the right had yellow walls with pink columns.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Under this cheerfully colored building was a grim reminder of what this life has in store for every one of us, no matter our geography.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>There were arches under the yellow building sealed with cement.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>This is where Maximilian buried his family.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>If I remember correctly he said he buried older relatives, and at least one child who died.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">I have not had to deal with death very often.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>In the 30+ years of my life I have only attended a handful of funerals for my own family.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Some were rougher than others.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Most were older people toward the end of their life, but some were tragic. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>One thing is the same in all those instances though:<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I didn’t have to bury them myself.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">I’ve heard losing a child is the greatest sadness one could feel, but having to bury that child yourself, must be extremely difficult.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">On our last night in Haiti we met with the Leadership Council in a church building across the street from where we were staying.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>At the top of their lungs the Leadership Council started to sing several hymns to open the meeting.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>It nearly brought me to tears.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>My mind went back to a few days before when I was standing at Maximilian’s house.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">Maximilian had personally buried family members, including his own child, yet still found joy in worship.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">As Americans we think our life is so terrible.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>When will the economy turn around?<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Why do I hate my job?<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Why does God bless others, but not me?<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Why doesn’t FSU win more games?<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>There are those who have to deal with much more than we could imagine, yet still find joy.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">You may be asking yourself, “the point is, what, exactly?”<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The truth is, I don’t think I have one.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>This is just a story.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I wanted to tell a story of a man who has had to deal with great obstacles in his life, but who sings at the top of his lungs, even in the midst of strangers.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Is Maximilian perfect?<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Far from it.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Is he some sort of hero?<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I’m sure he would tell you he is not.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Did he make an impression on my heart?<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Definitely.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">The lyrics to Caedmon's Call "The Roses" goes as follows...</span></div>
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<i><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">High above the valley of Quito</span></i></div>
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<i><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">And old man and his bride grow roses</span></i></div>
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<i><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">Red and yellow, white and golden</span></i></div>
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<i><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">To him they are precious as children</span></i></div>
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<i><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">Their daughter, she moved to America</span></i></div>
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<i><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">One more brick in the Tower of Babel</span></i></div>
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<i><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">She has a son that they've never seen at all</span></i></div>
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<i><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">They're praying that they raised her well</span></i></div>
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<i><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">On the mountians high</span></i></div>
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<i><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">They will live and die</span></i></div>
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<i><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">As time just slips away</span></i></div>
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<i><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">And the children grow</span></i></div>
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<i><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">In the God they know</span></i></div>
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<i><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">As time just slips away</span></i></div>
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<i><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">A man, his bride, his children, and his roses</span></i></div>
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<i><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">Planted in faith and waterd in tears</span></i></div>
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<i><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">Honey, that's all they have and they're happier here</span></i></div>
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<i><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">Than any of my friends back home</span></i></div>
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<i><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">They met Jesus and they really know Him</span></i></div>
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;"><i>Now I'm back at home, a</i><i>ll alone</i></span></div>
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<i><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">And I'm trying to find my thoughts</span></i></div>
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<i><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">Of that old man so inspiring</span></i></div>
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<i><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">And the TV's always on</span></i></div>
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<i><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">And the phone, it won't stop ringing</span></i></div>
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<i><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">These bills, they keep on screaming</span></i></div>
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<i><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">I'm paying for the things we never really need</span></i></div>
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<i><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">Wonder what he's doing right now</span></i></div>
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<i><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">Thinking about how God has blessed him so</span></i></div>
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<i><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">On the mountians high</span></i></div>
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<i><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">They will live and die</span></i></div>
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<i><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">As time just slips away</span></i></div>
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<i><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">And the children grow</span></i></div>
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<i><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">In the God they know</span></i></div>
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nic bishophttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17115524986213632327noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3407546660438553852.post-53335561597270185602012-12-24T21:38:00.001-05:002012-12-24T21:39:24.780-05:00Christmas Card 2012<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
This weekend has been filled with traveling and spending precious time with family. We are very much excited about waking up at the crack of dawn to exchange gifts and create new holiday memories. </div>
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<b>Merry Christmas!!!</b></div>
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<br />Heather Bishophttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07138819352882844118noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3407546660438553852.post-31045377944971286022012-12-10T22:17:00.001-05:002012-12-10T22:19:12.272-05:002012 Bishop Family Christmas TreeHere it is, folks! Our second annual Christmas Tree video. We knocked it up a notch this year and made sure Bowden was extra cute! We hope you enjoy watching as much as we enjoyed finding our perfect-in-every-way Bishop Family Christmas Tree!<br />
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<br />nic bishophttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17115524986213632327noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3407546660438553852.post-39855310492727273352012-12-08T11:28:00.000-05:002012-12-08T11:28:13.701-05:00Our New AdventureIn June, Nic and I were approached by our church to see if we wanted to take part in a new adventure. The church was asked by a local apartment complex seeking out a couple to move in to be the apartment's Resident Assistance Program Representatives. In other words, they were looking to have on-campus staff to plan events for the complex, visit home-bound residents, welcome new residents and basically build community within the complex. <br />
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When we were first approached, our answer was an automatic no. You see, I don't like change. It makes me nervous. I LOVED our house. I was happy there. Bowden had a fenced in yard, and we had great neighbors. We both work full time jobs and didn't want to add a third job to our already busy life. And I definitely didn't want to move into an apartment. BUT, God had a different plan. He started to change our hearts. <br />
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Later that week, Nic and I were sitting in the living room, and this subject came up once again. We were talking about how life would be different if we were missionaries. How if we moved to a different country we would probably still work full time jobs. We would probably be living in a small apartment surrounded by total strangers. And we would probably be trying to build community while sharing the love of Christ. <br />
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As we were discussing how different our lives would be if we were missionaries, everything just clicked for Nic and I. It was as if a light bulb turned on in both of our heads. We were to be missionaries right here in Tallahassee. We had to accept this opportunity. This was a chance to love on others, to help others, and to shares Jesus with our neighbors. For someone who hates change, I felt at peace with this decision. And at the first of July, we moved to the apartment. <br />
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Things have changed a lot in the Bishop household. But we have all adjusted well... even Bowden. :) Every month we send out a Calendar of events that we have planned. Some of them are big events such as our Back to School Block Party or our Fishing Derby. Some are smaller, such as our weekly Wednesday Coffee Hour or Ice Cream Socials. We have had the opportunity to get to know families, single Moms, college students, children and Senior Adults. Although this has not always been easy... there are times when we are exhausted, times we are not feeling very social, and times where our patience is tested. Those are the times when we are so grateful to our church for supporting us through this adventure and also volunteering to help at events. And when we have the opportunity to meet someone new, or to be a listening ear to some who just needs to talk, we are reminded of why we are <i>really</i> living here.<br />
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~HeatherHeather Bishophttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07138819352882844118noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3407546660438553852.post-90698040286247533042012-07-21T22:12:00.000-04:002012-07-21T22:12:16.961-04:00Birthday Trip to Disney!Boy, have I gotten behind on my blogging. I definitely have a lot of catching up to do because things have been a-changing in the Bishop household; so how about I just jump right in...<br />
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Our friend, Daniel and I have birthdays a day apart, so we decided to go on a weekend getaway to the happiest place on earth to celebrate. Nic and I began our weekend celebration visiting my Grandparents. Normally when we visit, we just hang out, catch up, do a little shopping or go to the movies, but this time my Grandparents wanted to take us sight-seeing. So we visited Spook Hill and Bok Tower. I have to admit, there wasn't much to Spook Hill. But then again, if you're going with my Grandma, you'll definitely be entertained (she was amazed)! :) Bok Tower was beautiful. It made for a very relaxing day. <br />
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We spent the rest of our weekend at Disney World. We bought a special package that got us into 3 parks over 3 days. We went to Magic Kingdom, Hollywood Studios and Animal Kingdom. It made for an exhausting weekend, but we had a blast! <br />
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<b>Some highlights from the trip:</b> Space Mountain, Ice cream, Maggiano's (all you can eat Italian), Rockin Roller coaster, Tower of Terror, Soft Pretzels, meeting up with good friends Chuck and Hollie, Expedition Everest, watching Daniel and Bethany devour a giant turkey leg.<br />
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<br />Heather Bishophttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07138819352882844118noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3407546660438553852.post-6933457252910465342012-04-24T14:44:00.000-04:002012-04-24T14:44:45.259-04:00Mom's Birthday Weekend<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">
My Mom had one surprise after another this year for her birthday, and she definitely deserved it. First, some of the ladies in the church put together a Birthday brunch at The Egg Cafe. Mary An did such a good job with the decorations and games. It was super cute with a tea room theme, the food was great, and the company was better-- it's always nice to have a girl's day. </div>
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My Mom's actual Birthday was on Easter weekend which gave us the perfect opportunity to surprise her again! My sister flew in and my Grandparents drove up to surprise her at Food Glorious Food (oh, this place is so good) for her birthday dinner. I don't think she suspected a thing. It was so fun to see her expression as she walked in with my Dad, and we were already seated at their table. :) </div>
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It was a busy weekend that went by way too fast. I was scheduled to work most of the weekend, so for Easter dinner we all got together one more time at my favorite restaurant, MoMo's. It was wonderful having the entire family together to celebrate with Mom. <br />
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It's been two years. Wow, they have flown by. I remember our first dance like it was yesterday. I was awkwardly trying to shuffle my feet, but you held me tight and didn't let me miss a beat. :) I love you more and more every day. Looking forward to dancing (or trying to dance) with you for years and years to come. Happy Anniversary, Nicholas!<br />
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There is no combination of words I could put on the back of a postcard<br />
No song that I could sing, but I can try for your heart<br />
Our dreams, and they are made out of real things<br />
Like a, shoebox of photographs<br />
With sepiatone loving<br />
Love is the answer,<br />
At least for most of the questions in my heart<br />
Like why are we here? And where do we go?<br />
And how come it's so hard?<br />
It's not always easy and<br />
Sometimes life can be deceiving<br />
I'll tell you one thing, it's always better when we're together<br />
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Mmm, it's always better when we're together<br />
Yeah, we'll look at the stars when we're together<br />
Well, it's always better when we're together<br />
Yeah, it's always better when we're together<br />
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And all of these moments<br />
Just might find their way into my dreams tonight<br />
But I know that they'll be gone<br />
When the morning light sings<br />
And brings new things<br />
For tomorrow night you see<br />
That they'll be gone too<br />
Too many things I have to do<br />
But if all of these dreams might find their way<br />
Into my day to day scene<br />
I'd be under the impression<br />
I was somewhere in between<br />
With only two<br />
Just me and you<br />
Not so many things we got to do<br />
Or places we got to be<br />
We'll sit beneath the mango tree now<br />
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It's always better when we're together<br />
Mmm, we're somewhere in between together<br />
Well, it's always better when we're together<br />
Yeah, it's always better when we're together<br />
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I believe in memories<br />
They look so, so pretty when I sleep<br />
Hey now, and when I wake up,<br />
You look so pretty sleeping next to me<br />
But there is not enough time,<br />
And there is no, no song I could sing<br />
And there is no, combination of words I could say<br />
But I will still tell you one thing<br />
We're better together.<br />
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Here's a short video of our weekend.<br />
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<li>I love Sundays. Probably because I love my <a href="http://www.lifebasics.tv/">church</a>. The music is awesome. And the <a href="http://web.me.com/donmclaughlin/Don_McLaughlin/Blog/Blog.html">Pastor</a> is pretty cool too!</li>
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With a photo wall above our headboard similar to this one. Let the decorating begin! :)</div>
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<li>Before all of these fun events take place, I have got to get myself a new camera! Well, I don't <i>have</i> to, but I really, really want one! :) I'm thinking a Nikon. Any thoughts?</li>
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It's official, last Thursday Bowden turned <span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Courier New', Courier, monospace; font-size: large;">one</span>! Oh my goodness, my little fur-child is growing up way too fast! <br />
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It feels like just a few days ago we brought home a nervous, not-potty-trained, floppy-eared, 4lb pup...<br />
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This little Chiweenie has brought so much joy to our home and especially to my heart. He has taught us patience (boy, he is still teaching us that one), he has taught us responsibility, and in some ways he has taught us parenting skills (don't worry all you mama's and daddy's out there, I know I have a lot more to learn about real babies!). I could not imagine our little family without this fur ball!<br />
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Happy 1st Birthday, Bowdie-boy! We love you!<br />
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<br />Heather Bishophttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07138819352882844118noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3407546660438553852.post-78520072385961677592012-01-22T17:38:00.001-05:002012-01-22T17:38:48.894-05:00ChristmasSome people get depressed about a break-up, or going back to work after a long vacation, or maybe when their favorite football team loses (cough, nic, cough); I, however, go through a major depression when the Christmas season comes to an end. That's right, as we begin to pack away the decorations and drag the tree outside to the curb, I may or may not be crying on the inside. It <i>is </i>the most wonderful time of the year, you know. <br />
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This Christmas did not disappoint, hence the major depression I have been recovering from. :) So when I feel that wave of sadness rush over me, I just have to think back and recount all of the sweet memories that we made this year... and, of course, count down till next year... only 337 days to go! <br />
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<li>Christmas Eve we headed to Chiefland to have Christmas with some of Nic's side of the family. We met Nic's Mom and Sister for breakfast and then opened presents together. We then made our way over to see Nic's Grandparents to eat lunch. It was great to spend some quality time with that side of the family, since we don't get to make it down there as often as we'd like. </li>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;">**Quick side note. When we got home, Nic and I still had to wrap ALL of our presents. Yep, that's right, total procrastinators. I wrapped all of mine first in the back room. When it was time for Nic to wrap his, he realized that there was not enough paper left... oops. Now remember, this is around 11pm. So he was on a mission to find some paper on Christmas eve night. He went to CVS, Walgreens, Publix and then Walmart and they were all closed (who knew Walmart actually closes?). Anyway, let's just say when Nic arrived back at home without his wrapping paper, he was a tad bit upset. I finally just told him he didn't have to wrap my gifts-- even though in reality we all know I would have been ticked to have unwrapped gifts under the tree. :) So he walks back to the bedroom to try to figure out a game-plan, and propped up against the wall just happens to be a brand new roll of wrapping paper. Guess he didn't see it earlier. OOPS! :)</span></div>
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<br /></div>Heather Bishophttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07138819352882844118noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3407546660438553852.post-2093500785326534672011-12-31T14:20:00.001-05:002011-12-31T14:20:28.248-05:00Merry Christmas 2011Okay, I want you to close your eyes, and imagine that this is December 25th. Because I promise I had every intention of posting this on that day :)... but you know how it goes, this wonderful life sometimes gets in the way. And I'm so very happy it does. <br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Courier New', Courier, monospace; font-size: large;">Merry Christmas</span> from our family to yours!!! Wishing you joy, hope and love on this toasty, Christmas morning! And while we're at it, Happy New Year!!!!!<br />
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<br />Heather Bishophttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07138819352882844118noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3407546660438553852.post-2262852290388955532011-12-31T10:31:00.002-05:002011-12-31T10:31:42.601-05:00He's Here!!!He's here!!! My bestie had her baby!!!!!! And I am just one ecstatic Auntie! (okay, well he really arrived December 14th, but I'm trying to hurry up and blog everything in order before the new year rolls around. Plus, I'm still just as excited as the day he arrived!)<br />
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Let me just tell you, I swear this is the cutest, tiniest, most precious little baby boy I've EVER seen! He melts my heart EVERY time I see him. And I'm already trying to spoil this little cutie the best I can. I have to live up to my Auntie duties, you know. <br />
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So let me introduce you... This is <span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Courier New', Courier, monospace;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">Carter Michael</span></span>...</div>
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I can't even begin to tell you how proud I am of my sister. She is one determined girl. She followed her dream of becoming a PA and she got it! She has a huge heart, and she is going to touch so many lives doing what she loves. Plus she's got a nurse-sister, so I just know she's going to be sweet to all of the nurses she works with, right, Haley?!! <br />
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We are so, so proud of you, and I can't wait to come work with you some day! ;)Heather Bishophttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07138819352882844118noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3407546660438553852.post-71901499860434029742011-12-03T18:05:00.000-05:002011-12-03T18:05:01.762-05:00The TreeWe found it! We found the most perfectly shaped, fresh and green, strong scented, marvelous in every way, Bishop Family Christmas Tree! And it probably only took a whopping 30 minutes this year. I think that's a new Bishop record! <br />
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We carefully drove it home, with the majority of it sticking out of our tiny trunk. We unwrapped it from the plastic wrapping, and I swear, a light shone down on it as the branches fell into place, and you could hear the angels singing joyfully. It was that pretty. :) Nic, being the manly-man that he is, put it in the tree stand all by himself, and we went to decorating. Boy, it makes me giddy just looking at it! Have I mentioned that I love Christmas?! And cute little Bowden, well, let's just say he's adjusting to the new living object in the center of the room just fine. He does try to bite a branch off every now and then, but he hasn't touched the ornaments yet, so we're in good shape. <br />
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It's beginning to look like Christmas in the Bishop household!<br />
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<div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;">Lowe's has never let us down with their trees!</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgDLni3NuN4XN5RLeGuifJf7I73AySveq-5aQsI8wkCvBXKaZTyFx_JtQRrL-zMgE-Mkb9hoh4UrMcVsF_AzPmOCLQmbj1SyzfWgeWM_6xKUNKH1Tjw9ojNk37HM2bkhF_k07o44m6fCAM/s1600/IMG_3935.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgDLni3NuN4XN5RLeGuifJf7I73AySveq-5aQsI8wkCvBXKaZTyFx_JtQRrL-zMgE-Mkb9hoh4UrMcVsF_AzPmOCLQmbj1SyzfWgeWM_6xKUNKH1Tjw9ojNk37HM2bkhF_k07o44m6fCAM/s640/IMG_3935.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;">"How about this one, babe?"</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjRDTcDyl5diDWFOzE_VcFg8f5B-M9-OG8nrG61l0DRbT5c0ZGRl3QA3TOTjhtsl-g4XPkgrSh6Ob3_u3Uem0rpKgmct7UfrcJFb8DrnCsK6goTxBg2bLUeVNZ2PAh825ZoY5vqO9GdT4w/s1600/IMG_3937.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjRDTcDyl5diDWFOzE_VcFg8f5B-M9-OG8nrG61l0DRbT5c0ZGRl3QA3TOTjhtsl-g4XPkgrSh6Ob3_u3Uem0rpKgmct7UfrcJFb8DrnCsK6goTxBg2bLUeVNZ2PAh825ZoY5vqO9GdT4w/s640/IMG_3937.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;">We found it!</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj50nRrERG983a6ArpA9H3ntutXXvf9ajJYg0mLENNYMKICBlErYBMYFFyXK12h9MV905CbOdgm6Yujohj1R7DUlArEsFeF170cc_dGLsKHD3fqf5PV-zf-GLhgjRMDj_GTev8teDFeqoM/s1600/IMG_3938.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj50nRrERG983a6ArpA9H3ntutXXvf9ajJYg0mLENNYMKICBlErYBMYFFyXK12h9MV905CbOdgm6Yujohj1R7DUlArEsFeF170cc_dGLsKHD3fqf5PV-zf-GLhgjRMDj_GTev8teDFeqoM/s640/IMG_3938.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;">The Bishop Family Christmas Tree 2011</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiXGvf0EKXAShKwlN8gzhwtKmmA_uFaToqNfzDo_gvR4zh05kSlDxAgD9vxqf8j4X_DgOumIwu2rcSs0mkREppnlwnrJUqcMJ4GIzFGIGeTyr3MT0tAEot5en_EmyWO8mhoiPp54rko82Y/s1600/IMG_3948.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiXGvf0EKXAShKwlN8gzhwtKmmA_uFaToqNfzDo_gvR4zh05kSlDxAgD9vxqf8j4X_DgOumIwu2rcSs0mkREppnlwnrJUqcMJ4GIzFGIGeTyr3MT0tAEot5en_EmyWO8mhoiPp54rko82Y/s640/IMG_3948.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><br />
And because decorating the tree is one of the highlights of my year, Nic put this little video together <span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;">(video idea from another blog I follow, <a href="http://thenelsondiaries.blogspot.com/2011/11/its-tree-time-yall.html">So Shay</a>) </span>so that you can share the magical experience with us! (am I sounding cheesy yet? good!)<br />
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We left town after my shift on Wednesday night and headed to Lakeland to visit with my Grandparents. We went shopping, caught up with our family and just chilled (which was necessary for Nic and I). But my favorite part of our time with them was going to the theater. Seriously, not much is better than good musicals, right? Well, it did get better because it was a Christmas play!! Oh how I love Christmas music... plus, they had fake snow... score! So we kicked off the Christmas season before Thanksgiving, just the way I like it!<br />
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After a couple of days in Lakeland we travelled to the cute little town of Mt. Dora for the wedding festivities to begin. Seriously Mt. Dora is adorable! We checked in to the Historic Lakeside Inn. It was such a cozy Inn overlooking the lake and just a few steps away from all the antique stores, restaurants and most importantly, the ice cream shop! <br />
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</div>Hollie and Chuck are a beautiful couple, and they really had a gorgeous wedding. I believe it was the first wedding Nic and I attended as an old married couple ourselves, and it made the weekend so much more romantic and sweet. And if you know me well, you know that I ADORE anything and everything about a wedding. I love the flowers, the food, the dresses, the love story, the families and THE DETAILS!!! So without further adieu... the details...<br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Congrats, Hollie and Chuck!!! It was a beautiful day and we were honored to celebrate with you!</div>Heather Bishophttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07138819352882844118noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3407546660438553852.post-87621932320986032212011-11-20T14:43:00.000-05:002011-11-20T14:43:25.832-05:00Chuck's Wedding (as told by Instagram)<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">On Friday we checked into our hotel room.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">We checked out our view.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">We checked out our surroundings.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">We grabbed a midnight snack.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">On Saturday after the wedding, we went to the reception.</div><br />
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<div style="text-align: center;">We found our places.</div><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">-nic</div>nic bishophttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17115524986213632327noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3407546660438553852.post-86683926549993201022011-11-14T17:47:00.002-05:002011-11-14T21:58:09.920-05:00Nic's 30th BirthdayIt's official... I'm married to a 30 year old!! And a good looking one at that! ;) He deserved a great party to celebrate his old age! So we got to planning... And after trying to decide between my ideas for trips, parties and restaurants, we new instantly what we were going to do when our friend Mike suggested a mustache party. It was perfect! A perfect excuse for a good party, and a perfect excuse for the men to grow some facial hair. So I threw Nic a 30th Birthday Mustache Bash!! <br />
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It was such a great time, and definitely one of the most hilarious, crazy, down-right fun parties I have been to. We catered one of Nic's favorite restaurants, La Fiesta (delicious Mexican food) along with serving our signature drink: the toxic Margarita. We had desserts, a fire in the fire pit, cute decorations (if I say so myself), and of course, a mustache planted on everyone's face. It was a hilarious sight. <br />
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Since everyone knows I fill my posts with way too many pictures, I'm just going to let the photos do the talking...<br />
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<div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;">We wanted people to be able to go inside and out, so we decorated our deck in the backyard.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhhhQlSe3ObG_7-rdNUcS5k3TI8cQ2s90b-rTIWMvG8ZHBebTOeX_VNdE7DkUtmtOeIpKnaUGANs721_CvG_2ZuMkzG6tsccLGMMl6H_UXeWFnk4ctYer7bbGm3Y10hJ17rFSbGEnwwocM/s1600/IMG_3733.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhhhQlSe3ObG_7-rdNUcS5k3TI8cQ2s90b-rTIWMvG8ZHBebTOeX_VNdE7DkUtmtOeIpKnaUGANs721_CvG_2ZuMkzG6tsccLGMMl6H_UXeWFnk4ctYer7bbGm3Y10hJ17rFSbGEnwwocM/s640/IMG_3733.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"> <span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;">Some of my favorite things, a tin bucket for the drinks and mason jars. I ordered the cute paper straws from Etsy.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgTYNnuO30iYz-hhRE6Z6gPaETV0hLQW3zfjRt0d8Su5lu44BfgBH-xM9V24AErEbTg-L6TOlve0AptTB2b2UBmwtTIh3zrHq9lVns_Pq2rolwhA2FEyj-PcaqSd690IW2fI1EvQhj-4YE/s1600/IMG_3741.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgTYNnuO30iYz-hhRE6Z6gPaETV0hLQW3zfjRt0d8Su5lu44BfgBH-xM9V24AErEbTg-L6TOlve0AptTB2b2UBmwtTIh3zrHq9lVns_Pq2rolwhA2FEyj-PcaqSd690IW2fI1EvQhj-4YE/s400/IMG_3741.jpg" width="300" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh7sdGX2J2_eMaSk9psRZbm7wwzqxKzugpSpwNeA_FxOcXgpTNE9yqyfScT4ASpBnJANBdXgCP1qzddklw4IZSbNB447v9raQsY3sts2Zy1ZoKztg96Cp9LX1IYsRF8x1QJ7EveXcDYYD0/s1600/IMG_3735.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh7sdGX2J2_eMaSk9psRZbm7wwzqxKzugpSpwNeA_FxOcXgpTNE9yqyfScT4ASpBnJANBdXgCP1qzddklw4IZSbNB447v9raQsY3sts2Zy1ZoKztg96Cp9LX1IYsRF8x1QJ7EveXcDYYD0/s400/IMG_3735.jpg" width="300" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj02y2HGb6G8a9a6MVetnt6eeN8kXZB5jjvQiJARj7Ol5HfK4cTm5YMbMt0sBIGcu3QhXH4kL1lPx-rPQctzkwXmlBRRUfylkYzp-JTLMr4AJnGAEzcE2YvBywvFbuFyCP9mAj3bkxQjwc/s1600/IMG_3752.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj02y2HGb6G8a9a6MVetnt6eeN8kXZB5jjvQiJARj7Ol5HfK4cTm5YMbMt0sBIGcu3QhXH4kL1lPx-rPQctzkwXmlBRRUfylkYzp-JTLMr4AJnGAEzcE2YvBywvFbuFyCP9mAj3bkxQjwc/s640/IMG_3752.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;">Chocolate mustache cake. It began to crumble, so I added texture to the icing for the hair, and to cover up my mistakes. :)</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgMrErHwXGoSBbe7pSl5AU3n2mfuX5IW8lR4UUzk-FTJeDUhN3emXF0ji_aoVShrhdQMKdlbVZQyP0K11Z_pKRsr5fFnBHat0fGmh97JoFHzEUl6Ka3y56vNpnvhHKwLROcN1GUcMHy97Y/s1600/IMG_3753.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgMrErHwXGoSBbe7pSl5AU3n2mfuX5IW8lR4UUzk-FTJeDUhN3emXF0ji_aoVShrhdQMKdlbVZQyP0K11Z_pKRsr5fFnBHat0fGmh97JoFHzEUl6Ka3y56vNpnvhHKwLROcN1GUcMHy97Y/s640/IMG_3753.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;">Red-Velvet Cheesecake Cupcakes. I cut the mustaches out of card stock and glued them to lollipop sticks. Easy and cute.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgTfx-9-eveej9rDeu2N9Sp5rmDzr1smjeWfd7BPxznXQzaCP9RtsEC4PUeaI39thjwosW8tSbHRU7AhQ7ItMFzzPz28PXt3rjDeozMcUWAEgQW62pUiCMZW-j5q2iSppNxKViu9qmMHX8/s1600/IMG_3754.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgTfx-9-eveej9rDeu2N9Sp5rmDzr1smjeWfd7BPxznXQzaCP9RtsEC4PUeaI39thjwosW8tSbHRU7AhQ7ItMFzzPz28PXt3rjDeozMcUWAEgQW62pUiCMZW-j5q2iSppNxKViu9qmMHX8/s640/IMG_3754.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;">One of my favorite decorations. I blew up some old childhood photos of Nic. We had fun drawing mustaches on all of them.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjaGKxJa6SLr-IZFscd1e0aPjfWxiuc5hd9_iCHn9sDiVKfTbu8EfX4Cg1SpKrnt5u7x5PRJU75nembseRaCvyMMILHyH-iXLb4XbsClfLyZaFMifTVRSZDwRnC1dpcuR9C6skSVoqsnLg/s1600/IMG_3755.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjaGKxJa6SLr-IZFscd1e0aPjfWxiuc5hd9_iCHn9sDiVKfTbu8EfX4Cg1SpKrnt5u7x5PRJU75nembseRaCvyMMILHyH-iXLb4XbsClfLyZaFMifTVRSZDwRnC1dpcuR9C6skSVoqsnLg/s640/IMG_3755.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;">Isn't he adorable?</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhekm6cVVWGIDwXB0CiQVReLt2uPVllwazgxsPNzFZepFZzDXVQAyiOlOUrFo_mKOVtTpmZ_lraFVRNfnASECCp9hTTcFPoVFaeXEm0py_FuV_xwrY0lVJJZEZAnFKxZ7qbYoJcxXWsqho/s1600/IMG_3756.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhekm6cVVWGIDwXB0CiQVReLt2uPVllwazgxsPNzFZepFZzDXVQAyiOlOUrFo_mKOVtTpmZ_lraFVRNfnASECCp9hTTcFPoVFaeXEm0py_FuV_xwrY0lVJJZEZAnFKxZ7qbYoJcxXWsqho/s640/IMG_3756.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;">Yes, the giant mustache on the front door set the tone for the rest of the party. It's a giant magnet! </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhLt5BmjVaN63UtlwcJ_GFNY9FU3h7jgeBcF-yCTTyHdYuCYjIXRsjNn25elK-VVx5To5SdNhx3cY2h3KXYMwQHTYUBFEBBv56z0dPQx9m0OpuU2HPMM_pH16Rc-g16AaPPHcUZX8BKjG8/s1600/IMG_3758.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhLt5BmjVaN63UtlwcJ_GFNY9FU3h7jgeBcF-yCTTyHdYuCYjIXRsjNn25elK-VVx5To5SdNhx3cY2h3KXYMwQHTYUBFEBBv56z0dPQx9m0OpuU2HPMM_pH16Rc-g16AaPPHcUZX8BKjG8/s640/IMG_3758.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"> <span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;">Nic with Keith Stone and Mario! Check out Nic's creepy old man mustache!</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiCtvIIyYLzbGc8LVjYbGvqwFn6JDjyIf3MltfR-cIbWjeZt45CcItSOBhWuuHyZTT36HLJnq-0q_5xt9nKawjnuJVzqznGQQ0RFUTfJCKRWQURzU_8xAybJ83Sp9lxWFIstswIamR1iZw/s1600/IMG_3745.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiCtvIIyYLzbGc8LVjYbGvqwFn6JDjyIf3MltfR-cIbWjeZt45CcItSOBhWuuHyZTT36HLJnq-0q_5xt9nKawjnuJVzqznGQQ0RFUTfJCKRWQURzU_8xAybJ83Sp9lxWFIstswIamR1iZw/s400/IMG_3745.jpg" width="300" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiN5sOofiFFV61VkloxG4oHzcAa0KHL4XSArKPmAN0mvUqD0xBtWK2xf3PKxw_siLeQZtIq68GY4uBRrEyvBAXExXf0x9mazKPJ4rG5b9F-nvokPIUHKiXZBcNjIO-Vm6TLc7FBRQ9nfxw/s1600/IMG_3744.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiN5sOofiFFV61VkloxG4oHzcAa0KHL4XSArKPmAN0mvUqD0xBtWK2xf3PKxw_siLeQZtIq68GY4uBRrEyvBAXExXf0x9mazKPJ4rG5b9F-nvokPIUHKiXZBcNjIO-Vm6TLc7FBRQ9nfxw/s400/IMG_3744.jpg" width="300" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
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Happy 30th Birthday, babe! I hope you had as much fun as I did!!!Heather Bishophttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07138819352882844118noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3407546660438553852.post-89545315315338312722011-11-06T20:58:00.000-05:002011-11-06T20:58:56.915-05:00OctoberHow is it that October has already come and gone? Seriously, it flew by. It was a busy month, filled with lots of excitement. And since I've gotten behind on my blogging, how about I just compile all of October into one post. <br />
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Let me share with you what we've been up to, and some reasons why I love the fall!<br />
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<ul><li>I love the October weather! It has been beautiful outside! Great for walks, and dare I say it, runs with the pup. Yep. We have started running. Well its more of a very slow jog, but hey, it's a start. </li>
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</div><div><ul><li>FSU football! Although the majority of October's games were away, we did manage to make it to one. And it was a beautiful win!</li>
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</div><div><ul><li>Impromptu trips with my girls. Christine, Andrea and I had a Saturday date in Thomasville. It consisted of much needed girl time, lots of shopping, and delicious food. I highly recommend <a href="http://www.jonahsfish.com/">Jonah's Fish and Grits</a>. All you need to say is "Fried Green Tomatoes," and I'm there! </li>
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</div></div><div><ul><li>Scented Candles, Fall decorations and crafting (yes, I know you can craft year-round, but it's just more fun in the Fall).</li>
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</div><ul><li>Halloween. Our friend Andrea threw a costume/Birthday party, and she once again out did herself. From the food, to the cake, to the costumes, everything was just so <strike>cute</strike> spooooky! </li>
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</div></div><div><ul><li>Planning for Nic turning the BIG 3-0!!! Yes, I am officially married to an old man. And I spent the majority of October brainstorming, planning and crafting for his Mustache Bash. </li>
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</div></div><div><ul><li>But what I like most about October is that in one month it's November, and then it's DECEMBER... which means it's Christmas time!!! OH, I can't wait!</li>
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</div>Heather Bishophttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07138819352882844118noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3407546660438553852.post-20903650582129324612011-10-29T17:11:00.000-04:002011-10-29T17:11:55.272-04:00Back to NormalI really can't believe how fast the time is passing by. I've gotten a little behind on my blogging, but I have a lot to fill you in on in the coming days. <br />
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First, I wanted to give you a Bowden update.<br />
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Bowden had his man-parts (and a few teeth) removed about a month ago, and it's safe to say he is back to normal. He was quite drugged when we brought him home, and pranced around with his sad puppy-dog eyes, milking it for all it's worth.<br />
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</span></div>He stumbled around like he was drunk (which was too cute). And he did a whole lot of sleeping (which also meant he was a great little snuggle buddy). <br />
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</span></div>But in just a few days he was playing and getting into trouble like his old self. We have continued to take him to <a href="http://www.doggiedayz.net/">Doggie Dayz</a>, and his behavior is continuing to improve. He has gotten so much more comfortable around strangers, and he is slowly learning how to play with other dogs. We are proud parents. :)<br />
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Funny story: A few weeks ago we got, or I should say, Bowden got this in the mail from my Grandma. We laughed out loud when we saw that the package was written out to Bowden. <br />
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It was his very first FSU shirt. And surprisingly he loved it! He sure did ham it up for the camera too! <br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Okay, okay, I'll shut up now. I'm bragging way too much about my pet (although he is the cutest little pup ever). :) </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br />
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</div>Heather Bishophttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07138819352882844118noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3407546660438553852.post-58206710236881908202011-09-18T19:52:00.000-04:002011-09-18T19:52:19.992-04:00Fur-child<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">It's official. Nic and I are "those dog people." You know, "those people" who whip out a picture of their dog to complete strangers. "Those people" who refer to their dog as their child. "Those people" who take their dog to doggie day-care (it's true.)... yes we are now "those people." And I am proud of it! Okay, so don't get totally weirded out by this. I really do realize that Bowden is just a dog. And I do know that he is not really my child. But we have completely and utterly bonded with this cute little creature, and he truly makes my heart happy. :)</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">So, let me update you about Bowden...</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">He has, uh, let's just say, fallen off the perfect doggie path a bit. Yes, I'm admitting that my dog isn't perfect. :) He slowly started to get a little snippy with us. He became afraid of his collar. He absolutely hated when we touched it. And what started out as being cute, quickly turned into being serious (at least to me) when he bit Nic... and then my Dad. He was literally running our house. This really, <i>really </i>worried me. Images just kept flashing in my head of Bowden attacking a little kid. Maybe I was over-reacting a bit. He is just a puppy, you know. But I knew we had to do something. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">My cousin runs <a href="http://www.doggiedayz.net/">Doggie Dayz Daycare and Training Facility</a> here in town. And she is literally a dog whisperer. We called her up, she came to my parent's house, and showed Bowden who was really the boss.. and also scared the crap out of him (literally). It was unbelievable. Here walks in a complete stranger to Bowden, and he was already following her orders. He knew she was in charge. So after she began training <strike>Bowden</strike> us, Big B was a completely different pup. We have since been taking Bowden to Doggie Dayz a couple days a week to get one-on-one training and also socialization with lots of other dogs. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br />
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</div>Heather Bishophttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07138819352882844118noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3407546660438553852.post-51101841683605359282011-09-13T16:26:00.000-04:002011-09-13T16:26:30.528-04:00Beach + FSU = Perfect Weekend.Last weekend I had three days off in a row. Yes, 3 full days off. I was thrilled! So we seized the chance to have a get-a-way weekend and booked a trip to Destin. We dropped Bowden off at the Grandoggy-parent's Thursday night (I will touch on this subject later... let's just say it wasn't a pleasant drop off), and headed to one of the prettiest beaches in Florida. We spent hours on the sandy beach just soaking up the calm, crystal clear water, we did some shopping, we ate a lot (my fave), and no alarm clocks were set... the entire weekend. Oh, and the weather, I cannot even begin to tell you how perfect it was. Pure bliss. What a great way to end the summer!<br />
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</div>Heather Bishophttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07138819352882844118noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3407546660438553852.post-26066082560181851822011-09-08T12:21:00.002-04:002011-09-08T12:21:40.125-04:00Love SongI saw this video from North Point Church on one of the many blogs I stalk, and I just had to share it with you! It makes me smile!! Can't wait till <span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: blue;"><a href="http://www.lifebasics.tv/">LIFEbasics band</a> </span>does this! ;)<br />
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The "theme" was paper pin-wheels. Let me just tell you, paper is fun to craft with. It's so simple, yet there are endless ways to get creative. <a href="http://bitsandpeacesofme.blogspot.com/">Andrea</a> (a good friend and co-host) and I made paper chains, paper triangle banners and paper pin-wheels to decorate the house, and we of course included the colors of Carter's nursery (garnet, gold and gray) which also happen to be the best color combo ever (go Noles!).<br />
<div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;">The welcome table. Andrea made these adorable letters to hang in Carter's nursery. So cute!</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEglIB6Lr8-WinwU7rmc8oWKPAZQUAC5RxhfWfSy9-B-q4Bl7yTf6ay_t8BqLLPlKa4xcXGV23GMvUXMzAw3R6Vnhc3-K9btMxehNvlhHOmachU7Icg1HxCFxOUpCKo5qGSUW0ANh55kNLo/s1600/IMG_3573.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEglIB6Lr8-WinwU7rmc8oWKPAZQUAC5RxhfWfSy9-B-q4Bl7yTf6ay_t8BqLLPlKa4xcXGV23GMvUXMzAw3R6Vnhc3-K9btMxehNvlhHOmachU7Icg1HxCFxOUpCKo5qGSUW0ANh55kNLo/s640/IMG_3573.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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And best of all, they were easy!</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi5BhRaDNwbSc-_jV9vATkD-rtXCOUNUetb9XIToI2V-ts7o1I6VUPHQAUwGYw4G88ccobkultoz8VZZrXhh6St51IWvRn57zoNZoq2Pxcrz6lsfkYRNYFAd-ze5rBaRkg4WFlO25tR3qc/s1600/IMG_3579.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi5BhRaDNwbSc-_jV9vATkD-rtXCOUNUetb9XIToI2V-ts7o1I6VUPHQAUwGYw4G88ccobkultoz8VZZrXhh6St51IWvRn57zoNZoq2Pxcrz6lsfkYRNYFAd-ze5rBaRkg4WFlO25tR3qc/s640/IMG_3579.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;">Andrea made large pin-wheels to decorate the tables. She had adorable buttons in a old jar at home to put in the center. They worked so well with the color scheme!</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEif_Rva0AFmdwTXBANfpG2OtiiOggBX8zSbKfV8z9VBEdM0TRe2n53UkvJRJdwqATxzMNOYFf5fKZ53s1MtiH22dILgtE_ENS4JdS3455AOKHWJpeAnHKusoqrS2KtvmwAVOTlnDheA86o/s1600/IMG_3581.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEif_Rva0AFmdwTXBANfpG2OtiiOggBX8zSbKfV8z9VBEdM0TRe2n53UkvJRJdwqATxzMNOYFf5fKZ53s1MtiH22dILgtE_ENS4JdS3455AOKHWJpeAnHKusoqrS2KtvmwAVOTlnDheA86o/s640/IMG_3581.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;">Mason jars make everything cuter. </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgU_XnxAnInVbmqcxO60z0DjUWshy0VAqBrrPaQQ6gXanzWv_rZZdqNBUMT9nky_ZXKLImIT7XjKMbbWI8k0W6Bv2YX5GgYYlLgqV8Iq0vmi07KLoEqMh3PdieT0qGW8C2sDTL304n4WTI/s1600/IMG_3591.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgU_XnxAnInVbmqcxO60z0DjUWshy0VAqBrrPaQQ6gXanzWv_rZZdqNBUMT9nky_ZXKLImIT7XjKMbbWI8k0W6Bv2YX5GgYYlLgqV8Iq0vmi07KLoEqMh3PdieT0qGW8C2sDTL304n4WTI/s640/IMG_3591.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;">I found the yellow paper straws on Etsy. </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhIRn6K7Xh5J8EIp-Ug7fJwpNG7G2i8TVV581PvPDqv1T9_KZxg5K82WZAaFgU86cjMxqSOCqEXJ7ngUfEg0uEboaI96xX7WkN3NLUJ709P4BBtIGHG99kn_KU0_C7UwSJJYtdutM3l5Os/s1600/IMG_3593.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhIRn6K7Xh5J8EIp-Ug7fJwpNG7G2i8TVV581PvPDqv1T9_KZxg5K82WZAaFgU86cjMxqSOCqEXJ7ngUfEg0uEboaI96xX7WkN3NLUJ709P4BBtIGHG99kn_KU0_C7UwSJJYtdutM3l5Os/s640/IMG_3593.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"> <span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;">The salad buffet. We decided to make different types of salads for the menu because it was a lunch-time shower. It was tasty and light (well, it would have been light if I didn't go back for seconds...and then thirds. Did I mention it all tasted so good?). :)</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjmrvrQZnmvQUpEI8VmcRtDBYGTeQ0UkdgiOtAxuT7U5zhvzLRUQOZGwgsFAskARmLtkcTMSPSHRof0uzUxqTQ5gR9aVHhYdqUW3jciKQKoqiK30RPs4CUffmvlmggmW3DfpBD1rjpEVQg/s1600/IMG_3613.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjmrvrQZnmvQUpEI8VmcRtDBYGTeQ0UkdgiOtAxuT7U5zhvzLRUQOZGwgsFAskARmLtkcTMSPSHRof0uzUxqTQ5gR9aVHhYdqUW3jciKQKoqiK30RPs4CUffmvlmggmW3DfpBD1rjpEVQg/s640/IMG_3613.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"> <span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;">The mini-chalk boards were a fun detail. Andrea made the do-it-yourself cookie jars in the background, which served as prizes for the shower games.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiC6sh24Y5sxnS-DuY0BqvfLOjsZocaiarEL1tb9pEHJhe666vFaDwvuuWPTy3mX9Vr6BLUGXdbXY3B1gVVL-ecK5fQbRWs6ErjdwDQt0x3c4hsIDBy7GWTflx3ELOTwLr3z1rHg35sZUQ/s1600/IMG_3583.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiC6sh24Y5sxnS-DuY0BqvfLOjsZocaiarEL1tb9pEHJhe666vFaDwvuuWPTy3mX9Vr6BLUGXdbXY3B1gVVL-ecK5fQbRWs6ErjdwDQt0x3c4hsIDBy7GWTflx3ELOTwLr3z1rHg35sZUQ/s640/IMG_3583.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><br />
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Christine, thanks for letting us plan this shower. It was so much fun!! Baby Carter, I cannot wait to meet you!!! Love you both!Heather Bishophttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07138819352882844118noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3407546660438553852.post-38572604982515922432011-09-04T19:33:00.001-04:002011-09-04T19:36:39.575-04:00It's the Most Wonderful Time of the Year...<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">...Football season that is... well, at least that's what my husband thinks. Yesterday was the kickoff to FSU football. And boy, was it a great way to start the season. We pulled out a win over ULM with the final score being 34-0!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I sure hope this is a glance at what's to come this season! Go Noles!!!</div>Heather Bishophttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07138819352882844118noreply@blogger.com0