Dedication of Our Addison

Marcy’s Mom, here, as a guest on the Erwin Family Blog. I want to report to you about an exciting day in the life of my perfect granddaughter. Addison was baptized at Marcy and Clay’s beautiful church in Lubbock this month. We were blessed to have in attendance many who love her. Included in the day was Marcy’s Dad (& me of course) and Marcy’s sister Melody with her husband Jeff.

Clay’s family included his Dad, his brother Zack, sister-in-law Jenn and Addison’s favorite cousin, Ethan. It was lovely meeting Addison’s newest fans, Mary and Megan who came in from Comanche.

Also there were Addison’s Godparents, Ashley & Ty Hamm.

In the congregation that day were a score of people who are included in the number who support the Lubbock Erwins in their faith walk.

The weekend began for Addison’s Papa & me Friday evening. We had to get there as early as we could because I was making Addison’s baptism dress and it wasn’t finished yet (I am not as good as Marcy at getting things done early). I finished the dress Friday night – all Meltons were surprised I was not sewing Sunday morning as we were driving up to the church. Marcy spent the evening beginning preparation for our Thanksgiving meal that was planned for the Meltons and Erwins on Saturday – we DO have so much to be thankful for!

Saturday morning found Melody & Jeff flying in from Dallas, the Comanche crew arriving, and Zack & his family popping in (thanks Sarah for your hospitality). The Melton girls enjoyed a bit of shopping at Holiday Happening and found some holiday treasures for our Addison (I am sure you will see our girl in her fabulous Christmas frocks here later in the season – stay tuned!)

The weekend’s celebration was shared with the Hamms on Saturday when they revealed that their awaited-one is going to be Addison’s best GIRLfriend. Blessings on you, Ashley & Ty.

Sunday arrived and the service couldn’t have been more lovely. The orchestra was in attendance (Addison couldn’t sit still as they played) and the Pastor blessed us with his words. Addison was perfect. You can see from the pictures that she loved all of the attention. Our day concluded with a lunch at the country club where Marcy & Clay not only fed us well, but shared sweet words about how they feel blessed.

I will pray this Holiday season by name for all of you who follow this blog.

Peace – and, Amen and Pass the Butter,

Janet

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Dearest Addison,

Today is the day of your baptism. I wanted to be a special part of your special day. I decided to make the dress you (and all of my grandbabies) would wear on this day. I decided to make it out of my wedding gown. Over 37 years ago I wore it on the day that your Papa and I made a commitment to God and each other. Today, you are surrounded by those who love you as we make a commitment to you and God to be a part of your spiritual journey. As I made your beautiful dress I prayed for you. I prayed that you would have a heart that yearned for God. I prayed your future would include an assurance that you are loved. I prayed that you would have a personal relationship with Christ.

As you grow, turn to those here with you today. Remember that no one loves you like me.

My love,

Your Honey

Be Thankful

We hosted our families the weekend before Thanksgiving for Addison’s baptism and our Thanksgiving meal.  It was a wonderful time to share a meal together and reflect on our many blessings over the past year.  This year I am thankful for:

10 little toes

Messy faces

Eye Lashes

Tickle time with Dad

Babies that sit up

Kisses from cousins

Spending time with my mom and sister Black Friday shopping

Babies that sleep in the car during the 8 hour drive to Dallas and 6 1/2 hour drive home

My husband



Giving thanks for our many blessings,

Marcy

7 Month Update

One thing is for certain…we have a very happy baby!  Addison, now 7 months old, weighs over 15 pounds.  She is a petite girl with lots of personality! 

Addison's first school picture

Addison loves to explore.  She spends lots of time on the floor and is able, with some serious efforts, to get around independently.  She rolls or scoots (imagine a snail) and will be ready to crawl before we know it! 

Addison loves to eat!  We have now added peas, carrots, butternut squash, sweet potatoes, bananas, and apple sauce.  While we were in South Carolina, my mom made homemade baby food for the first time.  Her batches were so successful that I have continued to make Addison’s food.  It has been so easy and rewarding (and economical)! 

This month we had fun trick or treating with our little lady(bug) for her first Halloween. 

This month we also learned that our friends, and Addison’s god parents, Ty and Ashley are having a girl! Addison was so excited to see the pink balloons come out of their reveal box.  Her face lit up and she could not stop cooing...I think she's excited for her new favorite friend!   I know these little girls will be inseparable!   We could not be more thrilled for our friends!

So excited for girlfriends!

Aunt Jen, Marcy and Addison

Cousins Addison and Ethan (looking so much alike)

Erwins and their babies

Addison was also baptized this month.  It was wonderful to have our families in to celebrate with us as we dedicated our baby to the Lord.  A separate blog post is in the working.

Our verse this month was read at Wes and Paige's wedding, Ephesians 3:14-19, "¹⁴ For this reason I kneel before the Father, ¹⁵ from whom every family in heaven and on earth derives its name. ¹⁶ I pray that out of his glorious riches he may strengthen you with power through his Spirit in your inner being, ¹⁷ so that Christ may dwell in your hearts through faith. And I pray that you, being rooted and established in love, ¹⁸ may have power, together with all the Lord’s holy people, to grasp how wide and long and high and deep is the love of Christ, ¹⁹ and to know this love that surpasses knowledge—that you may be filled to the measure of all the fullness of God."

We are filled with many thanks this season! 

Amen and Pass the Butter,
Marcy

South Carolina on My Mind

On October 28^th we finally set out on our trip to South Carolina to see Wes and Page tie the knot!  Much planning went into this trip since this would be our first time to be so far away from Addison.  Knowing that she was in such specials hands, Marcy’s mother “Honey”, we were very excited about the trip and a little down time. 

South Carolina was spectacular and very relaxing.  We started our trip by flying into Charleston to meet up with our Amarillo friends Seth and Lindsay Soloman who are great vacation buddies.  We were amazed to learn that two more friends were on our plan headed for Charleston.  Chet and Dancy Creel were the last ones to board the plane from Houston to Charleston  and while everyone was thinking man would these people just sit down so we could take off my lovely wife took her sweet time hugging and setting up dinner plans once we landed. 

Once we landed the Solomon’s picked us up in a very stylish midsized SUV.  Seth has never been the one to splurge (insert joke about how he is so tight he squeaks when he walks), but we were very thankful that we had (a) transportation and (b) tour guides since they had already spent a day in town.  We got to our room and quickly headed for dinner at High Cotton but not before having a pre-dinner cocktail at S.N.O.B.  We then met up with our crew of 6 for the night. High Cotton was really a nice meal with outstanding service and even better  conversation.  After a good long meal we hit the town first stopping at a bar with no name yet referred to as “The Speak Easy”.  Clever to say the least, there was no sign but only a red light above a door and someone to lead you up the stairs and secure your seats since it only allowed 20 people in the apartment that was converted into a small bar.  With only 1 bartender and no other wait staff they specialized in custom vintage cocktails made to order.  Next stop was The Gin Joint which chose not to serve any vodka, yet focus on pre-prohibition drinks.  Our last stop of the night would require a makeshift map and a few wrong turns that eventually led us to Club Habana another unique lounge that is located above a cigar shop.  The girls sat in the lounge area and chatted while the men sat at the bar and smoked cigars while telling some tall tales. 

The next morning the Solomon’s and Chet chose to get up bright and early to visit Fort Sumter while Marcy, Dancey, and I chose to seek out biscuits and grits.  While we were at breakfast we noticed that the table next to us sat Susan Sarandon.  We later learned that she was in Charleston for her daughter’s wedding, not just to have brunch with us.  After we stopped freaking out about being so close to a “famous movie star” we made our way over to East Bay Street and took a nice long walk past the colorful homes of Rainbow Row to gawk at the beauty of the pristine architecture.  You just felt like there was history down every alley and around every corner. 

We then all met up with our history buffs to have a drink and set our plans for the afternoon.  The decision was made that the trip to Charleston would not be complete without an official carriage ride around town. 

Who says facebook is a waste of time!  As I checked the dreary updates from  our friends in the chilly and icy Lubbock I noticed that Amanda “checked in” at downtown Charleston.  So the plan was set in motion to have Amanda meet up and join us on our guided carriage ride.  Riding through the narrow streets and hearing about the history of the war, architecture, and interesting people who built the town. 

After our carriage ride we set out for Litchfield, SC.  Once we arrived we headed over to a party.  My first oyster roast was really a fun experience.  A good family friend of the Hamilton’s family invited people over to the “Roast on the Coast” where there were tons of oyster to shuck, shrimp and grits, crab cakes, shrimp and grits, tiny ham on tiny biscuits, shrimp and grits.  Did I mention the shrimp and grits? Well that was the highlight of the night for me along with the ham and biscuit bites. 

The next day Chet locked his keys in the trunk of the rental car and Marcy backed the Cooper’s rental car into the garage busting the tail light.  The beginning of the day was kinda weird, but things were back on track with an early lunch at The Fish House. 

Later in the afternoon we took a dip in the heated pool and did a little jacuzzi time before the rehearsal/rehearsal dinner.  The rehearsal was nice and then we headed off to yet another great place to eat for the rehearsal dinner at Frank’s Outback which is an extremely nice steak and seafood restaurant.  The guests were ushered through the kitchen to a private dining room where we ate and drank.  We had more delicious food and we really enjoyed hearing the toasts to the bride and groom.

Saturday began with an early tee time at the Caledonia Golf Course.   Tennessee, Chet, Joe and I all played/hacked around.  Soon after the golf and a quick lunch we hurried off to get our tuxedos on and be at the church.

Our weekend ended with the big wedding festivities.  Their wedding was held at a beautiful church with the reception following at the LItchfield Country Club.  We had a great time laughing with friends and dancing to the live band.  We are so excited for Wes and Paige and are glad that we were able to be a part of their big day.

Although we were sad that our South Carolina vacation had to come to an end, we were ready come home to this face!

Amen and pass the butter,

Clay

Our Little Lady (Bug)

We did not live in town growing up so we never really trick-or-treated door to door.  While there was plenty of dressing up and candy seeking on the Lampasas square, our Halloween night festivities usually included stopping at the houses of a few friends and family. 

Our first Halloween night with Addision was no different.  We trick or treated at the houses of Jan, Nancy and the Craigs and ended our night at Ty and Ashley's to hang out with friends, eat home made pizza and hand out candy.  Our little lady (bug) loved her costume (thanks Honey) and was a hit everywhere we stopped!

Our Little Lady (Bug)

Halloween Friends - Allie, Addison, and Brody

Amen and Pass the Butter,

Marcy