We are still here!

The TLH Huffs are still here! Life has just kept us all so busy the past few months. Summer flew by so fast we didn't get to do so many things we had planned. But "it is what it is." One of my new mantras.

Hannah enjoyed a month with her Grandma in Detroit. I was sad to see her go, but sooo happy that she was able to have some quality time with her Grandma. Unfortunately, my Grandma Dear is not well and now needs 24h care. Hopefully, I will be able to go spend a few days with her next week. Since we are homeschooling again this year, the plan is to go visit at least once a month. It will given my Aunt & Uncle a break and give me some time with My Dear.

Yes, you heard correctly! It is official. The TLH Huffs have truly realized now that the public school system is just NOT for us. Sarah is starting Kindergarten and Hannah the 4th grade.....at HOME! We've been doing "a little of this & a little of that" since Monday. Yet, the official first day is September 6th! We are all excited and making plans for field trips, science projects, and arts/crafts. This week we learned a little about symbols and Florida history. So, the girls each had to draw a symbol for our "school." Will have to scan & post them later.

This week has been a busy busy one. The girls started another season of dance. It is Hannah's 7th & Sarah's 3rd. My Banana is now a member of the company...ABT Prepatory Level. The Performing Arts Center of Tallahassee is one of the two schools certified in the state of Florida. Hannah will be doing 7hrs of instruction a week (in Ballet, Jazz, Tap, Hip Hop, & Acro/Tumbling), one hour of assisting a teacher with the little ones a week, and 2hrs of performance rehearsal a week. A busy bee she will be! Sarah is in her last year at the primary level & taking a Ballet/Tap class.

We ALL will be busy. I'll be too busy to tackle those last three courses to finish my BSN degree. New goal is to be done by Fall 2012. Still undecided about Midwifery school. Still patiently awaiting some sign. Well why I'm waiting, I have been blessed with the opportunity to be a contributing writer for a birth blog...The Mahogany Way Birth Cafe. The plan is to write one post a month. I'm really excited about this!

We are all excited about where life is taking us!

Monday Moments

Sisters together again!

Huff Family Easter 2010
At least one is always not happy!

My Maggie

Big smile for the camera

Monday Moments

Keshia "wearing" Leah in Maya Wrap sling & Devin

Leah didn't want to get out!

Keshia, Leah, Me & Maggie, Sarah

Maggie's 1st trip to P'cola beach!

Maggie Moments

 

 

 

 

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I saw an awesome pic on a friend' blog....The Veleber Chronicles. Had to see how she did that. Did a couple of pics and now I'm addicted. Thanks, Brooke!





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The ATL Feb 2009

Last week the TLH Huffs ventured to the ATL for some family time, entertainment, shopping, & education! I've been planning this trip since October. A friend from work told me about Alvin Ailey's 50th celebration & I found a tour stop in the ATL. Hannah is in her fourth season of dance and needed a little inspiration to keep going. So, we decided to make it a little family reunion as well. Leonard's mom, son, and nephew were able to join us from Detroit. Thursday we enjoyed the GA aquarium - a great homeschool field trip. It was really nice! Thursday night Hannah & I witnessed Alvin Ailey's glory at the Fox. Amazing show...If you get a chance it is a MUST see!!!

Happy New Year

FYI....the girls are sipping on ginger ale!

The Christmas of 2008

Thanksgiving 2008 at Dear's

The TLH Huffs had the blessing of traveling to Grandma Dear's for Thanksgiving. I was so grateful to see all three of my sisters. We all haven't been together in a long time. We enjoyed Dear's famous dressing and sweet potatoe pies and Tee Lexy's Red Velevet cake!

Fall in North Florida

Fall in North Florida means the State Fair and the changing color of leaves...both a site to see!

Hannah Banana on the Carousel...nice weather out (no sleeves)

Sarafina riding solo for the first time!

We enjoyed a lovely fall night with the McCoy Family at the North Florida State Fair. The weather was great....not too cold and not warm. I did become a little frigid towards the end of the night; however, I stay cold. The girls, like always, enjoyed themselves. We all enjoyed GREAT food...Italian sausages, pulled pork, fried turkey legs, cotton candy, kettle corn, sweet tea (for only .75), soft pretzels, and funnel cake! Hannah played "chicken" this year and didn't ride as much as usual. Sarah would have rode everything if she was tall enough! Leonard rode with Trinity on the dare-devil rides! Vince isn't a "rider." Yet, he and Leonard did tackle the mechanical bull! LOL! Leonard got him by 1 second. Now that was a site to see! So grateful to be raising my girls with a great family like the McCoy Family! Stay tuned for more of our great explorations!

Before jetting off to the fair, the girls & I met with Paige at McClay Gardens for more pictures. The gardens are so beautiful this time of year. Here are a few pics that I took with my phone. Paige has posted some on her website...check'em out!

http://elizabethpaigephotography.com/

Summer of 2008

The Summer is coming to an end. We had a great time. Had the opportunity to spend quality time with my nieces and nephew for several weeks. Finally had a family vacation....fun filled cruise to the Bahamas. Still dreaming about floating in the ocean sipping on mix drinks that a native had prepared for me! The girls had a blast....their first cruise. Couldn't get over the fact "the hotel was in the water." LOL! I must truly say that the Lord has blessed us this summer. Welcome to Ms Leah J (I call her Dora cause her nanny only speaks Spanish :) ) And today one of my dearest friends delivered her first labor love...Ms Emma! Genny, I told you that you could do it! Can't wait to see her. So, now we must prepare for the fall. And that means homeschooling! Yes, Leonard & I have decided that no one can offer our girls a better education than ourselves. So, pray for us as we initiate this endeavor tomorrow. And very soon another dear friend will be bringing home her very first labor of love....Mr Jack (let's not fake the funk...Cory it's a boy!)

"So, You want to be on top?" - ANTM

Hannah loves her new dress...."Thanks, Grandma Florene!"

Hannah & Sarah striking a pose before jetting to the Palmer's for V-day dinner