Take Me Back Tuesday- Meet My Sister Stephanie, Her Family & My New Nephew

My sister Stephanie is 5 years and 4 days younger than me! She's a Halloween Baby! To be honest, I don't think I really wanted her, but now I couldn't live without her! We live 3 hours apart and are as different as night and day! I'm Miss Socialite, she's Miss Stay in the Dark!

This is my favorite pic of her, her Senior Picture in 1998

This picture was taken this past June, before....

...she added this little guy yesterday!

Grady Allen Palmer

August 24, 2009

8lbs, 9oz 19 inches

7 o'clock PM

Take Me Back Tuesday- With Birthday Wishes!

How do you play along? We all have tons of photos from the days before the digital camera. I figure if I just scan a few each week, eventually I will get them all safely into my computer.Every week you can come back here and share photos that "take you back." Maybe it is the bad hair we all had in the 80's or the bell-bottoms you swore were so hip in the 70's. Whatever you want to share!If you decide to participate, sign the Linky from the blog above and she promises to head on over and spread some comment love your way!

Today is my nephew Seth's 9th birthday, he was born weighing 2lbs, 10oz and 15 inches long to read Seth's entire story please go to my SIL's blog! The above picture was taken while he was in the hospital. Seth is from August to December older than Braden and they both came home from the hospital within days of each other. Seth is such a blessing! He always has a big smile and hug for you and is always telling you that he loves you! I am a very proud Aunt! Seth has a team for the March of Dimes that walks and raises money each year! His team is called "Seth's Supporter's! I am very proud to be a part of His team, and it is never to early to start sending/taking those donations, hint, hint ;)!

Here Seth is pictured with his brother's, sister and all of his cousin's except for two! And of course being the little ham he is, he has his hand up for instant recognition! Happy Birthday, Seth Adam! I love you!

Take Me Back Tuesday- Senior Prom 1992/WHS Class of 1992

How do you play along?We all have tons of photos from the days before the digital camera. I figure if I just scan a few each week, eventually I will get them all safely into my computer.Every week you can come back here and share photos that "take you back." Maybe it is the bad hair we all had in the 80's or the bell-bottoms you swore were so hip in the 70's. Whatever you want to share! (Just make go to the above button, grab it, and sign the linky)

I have posted my individual prom pictures, but recently I have been on such a kick about getting back into touch with my High School/College friends through Facebook that I thought I would share my best friends/classmates on my blog as well! Enjoy!

Melody, Norma, Me & Jennifer (we lost Jen in 1997)

Wilson, OK Class of 1992

(I know that there is a better picture out there of this, but where, I don't know..)

Take Me Back Tuesday- This is Why He Went to Tackle This Year!

The 2009 Football Season has officially started in the Crow household. Not only is our DS 4'11 and 89lbs, he also has two years of flag football experience. During the 2008 football season Braden played for the Steelers. Braden's friend E. played for the Cowboys and he decided to get a little aggressive when they played against each other (see picture below)! Anyone who knows anything about flag football knows that you are not to "grab" anything but the flags! BTW, both players got away with no penalty being called and they are both playing tackle football for opposite teams this year!

(picture provided by E's parent's)

Take Me Back Tuesday- To College Days

I admit it, I am addicted to Facebook. I even have a username its crowmoma2. One of the main reasons I love, love, love FB is to keep up with former classmates. I had 4 college roommates, 3 of them are now on Facebook. One one of my college roommates has a blog and so does another college friend. The following pictures are from my Freshman and Sophomore years at my Alma Mater, Southwestern Oklahoma State University 1992-1994! Enjoy and make sure you visit the links to the blogs!

Amy & Me

Joely, Me & Lori- Joely actually lives locally and Lori and I talk every now and then!

Homecoming in the Dorm's we really decorated, here is Brandy our Mascot!

Misty, Me, Trisha & Kim- Misty & Kim were Roomates, Kim needs to get on FB

This was taken Freshman year, I am back center. My last roommate Melinda is in the green in front of me. Delana, my first roommate, who I recently came back in contact with again is kneeling!

Oh, the College Days and to think of the kids getting ready to go and make the memories that I have now!

Take Me Back Tuesday- My 'Lil Cowboy

Okay, so after seeing "A Giveaway Addicted Mommy's" post for today, I had to share my favorite "BUM" picture of my baby boy! (of course mine is funny where hers is so SERIOUS)Braden was 14 months old in this picture, he had just gotten out of the shower, threw on his cowboy hat and decided he needed to play with his toys! BTW, I did ask for permission before I posted this picture, but he is 8 years old now and I am sure in 10 years he will so be ready to KILL me!

Take Me Back Tuesday- The Man I Never Knew

Jimmy D. Crow

This post is for my husband Jason. I love you.

This post is in celebration of a man whom I never had the privilege of meeting. The man whom I have been told would have absolutely adored me and my children. The man who absolutely adored his baby boy, "Tiger" Crow, otherwise know as Jason, my husband.

Jimmy D. Crow was born May 19, 1939, in Dardanelle, Arkansas. He was raised on a farm and graduated from Dardanelle High School in 1957. He attended Arkansas Technical University before moving to Tulsa in December of 1959.
Jim began his career in the automobile business by selling used cars for his uncle. In 1965, he co-founded Crow Brothers Toyota, which he owned and operated for 37 years. He sold the business in September 2002. He passed away on November 7, 2002 after as a result of an aneurysm and a brief battle with Leukemia.

From what I have been told, this man loved his family, was a fantastic business man, and a friend to all! I am very truly sorry that I never had the privilege to meet this man, but I know that the people who did, loved him very much!

Jim helping Jason get ready for Senior Prom 1989

Take Me Back Tuesday- Me & My Daddy

June is for weddings, picnic's, swimming, summer camps, just about anything you want it to be...The 4-Crow's is going to feature "Daddy's" for the Take Me Back Tuesday's and most importantly to celebrate Father's Day! We will begin with the author's (my) Daddy!

The first picture was taken in the Fall of 1975, I was almost, if not already 1 year old! Wasn't I just the cutest thing? And don't you just love my Daddy's Elvis do and sideburns? He even has that cool little snarl doesn't he? I am extremely blessed to still have my Daddy and that my children have an awesome Papa. The second picture was taken this past weekend! I love you Daddy! Happy Father's Day!

Bruce Williams (age 23) & ShaRhonda Williams Crow ( approx age 1)

A very handsome and married I might add, Bruce Williams (age 57)

Take Me Back Tuesday- Happy Anniversary Daddy & Moma

Without these two people- The 4-Crow's would not exist!
My Daddy & Moma, Bruce & Belinda WilliamsWedding Day May 26, 1973

Thought I would share a more recent picture!

(although not too recent, 2002, geez what's with couples & getting pictures taken together, come on America show some lovin', some cheezin', pleeze grace society with a mug shot now & then!)

Not too bad folks, 3 kiddos ranging from almost 35 to almost 30, 9 grandkids with one a baking courtesy of the almost 30yr old. I'm thinking that my parents are looking good. I love you Daddy & Moma. Happy Anniversary!

Take Me Back Tuesday- Wedding Day

Here it is, the "official" wedding portrait! Yep, if you watch Regis & Kelly, you have heard Kelly Ripa talk all about her Las Vegas wedding. And, she is not joking. For a grand total of $200.13, Jason and I got a preacher, limo, professional wedding portraits, a wedding planner, flowers, witness, wedding certificates and The Little White Wedding Chapel. Gotta love the whole Las Vegas wedding chapel experience. Ridiculous props in the background of the wedding photos, the columns, the fake ivy, cheesy photo poses while the limo driver is snapping away a roll of 24 exposure 35mm film to hand you once the vows are said, reminding you to make sure you pay the $35 to have it developed in the hotel gift shop before you leave Las Vegas, because the airport scanners could possibly ruin the happiest day of your life.

All joking aside about the experience, it truly was the happiest day of my life and I would not have had it any other way 4 years ago today. Vegas was the perfect way for Jason and me to share this moment in our lives together!

Thank you God for placing us into each other lives and blessing us with two wonderful healthy children, a beautiful home, families that love us and friends that surround us. We also thank you God for our wonderful church, The Church At Battle Creek where we met! Amen!

And God as a side note if you see fit, I really would like for all of my family and friends (of course they have to pay their own way) to fly with us to Hawaii in six years to renew our wedding vows, where my darling brother who was ordained on Sunday will officiate the renewal of the vows and I will be barefoot on the beach! Amen!

By the way, did I mention in Vegas that I wore Flip Flops to get hitched in? They were so cute! And Celine simply Rocked!

Happy Anniversary Honey, I Love YOU!

Take Me Back Tuesday- Anniversary Month

It is Wedding Anniversary Month for the 4-Crows's and I've been sharing some Take Me Backs, Check out last Tuesday's Post also!

This is our engagement picture! Yes, our first official picture together! I can't believe that next Tuesday it will be 4 years of happy wedded bliss! Honestly, it seems like forever!

Check us out! My, My it is true when you grow comfortable with each other, you truly GROW! LOL!

Stay tuned for next week's Take Me Back Tuesday and you'll get to see the wedding pix!