Mason, You're 3 Months Old!!

At 3 months, you...

• weigh 14.5 lbs!
• love rice cereal in your bottle
• can hold your head up and steady
• love "Puppy," your stuffed dog. You hold on to him all of the time!
• can sometimes eat rice cereal with a spoon
• only wake up 1 time during the night (at 4 a.m.). Then you eat and go back to sleep.
• upgraded to the "big" bottles
• started talking... or cooing      You like to chime in on conversations.
• stick your tongue out when Mom or Dad sticks their tongue out at you
• love Christmas carolsare the star of our 2010 Christmas card
• enjoying riding on the tractor with Dad
• are a great traveler and have been to Alabama, Mississippi, Louisiana, Texas, Oklahoma, and Tennessee
• already tried out your Johnny Jumper but haven't quite figured it out.

 

The Huerkamps came over Thanksgiving weekend and played for a few hours... Mason mostly slept thru all of the fun, but I think he still enjoyed the company!



 

Mason's Baptism

Mason's baptism was held on Saturday, November 20 at Corpus Christi Catholic Church. He wore a Christening gown that has been passed down for 5 generations. . . it goes back to Mr. Roy's (Seth's grandfather's) mother. Mr. Roy was then baptised in it as was his children. Then several of Seth's cousins also wore the gown for their Christening.

His God parents are Tyler and Sarah Huerkamp.

During the ceremony, I was concerned Mason was going to throw one of his crying fits. As we were introduced before church began, Mason's face turned very red. I immediately started sweating... "here it comes..." Much to our surprise, instead of the tears and yells, he laughed! He laughed and smiled throughout the service and the ceremony! We couldn't believe it.

Parents (Seth and Jodie) and Godparents (Tyler and Sarah) introduce Mason to the congregation.

Can you tell there was an MSU football game that afternoon? Mason was outgrowing the gown so we had to hurry and schedule it despite the ball game.

Father John explains the sacrament of baptism.

Mason was very alert the entire time. Hopefully he was paying attention to what Father John was telling him and he will be a good boy for the rest of his life, just like he's suppose to.

Seth told everyone that we had been practicing this part in the bathtub.

No tears! I actually think he enjoyed the water part because he was hot and sweaty in that gown.

Mason was laughing at Seth.

He was cracking all of us up!

Nanny, Nana, Papa Doc, Aunt Martha, Aunt Mary, Mom, Mason, Dad and Father John

After the ceremony, the congregation had a reception and church supper in honor of Mason!

Mason LOVES Uncle Mike!

Luke is introducing his best friend, Mason. 

I already have daymares of the trouble these two are going to get into.

He's about had enough of the festivities.

Aunt Shannon, Victoria, and Mason

Whoa... We'll blame this picture on the angle of the camera! ugh! time for the gym!

Reflection...

About 30 minutes before Grandma's service began, the preacher approached me and said that I had been appointed to say something after the obituary was read. Unfortunately, I had to decline because I didn't have anything prepared. I didn't want to stand up there and look like a babbling fool. However, if I would have had an opportunity to organize my thoughts, I would have said something like this...

My name is Jodie and I am the youngest of Fay's four grandchildren. On behalf of our family, I would like to extend our love and gratitude to everyone who has shared with us in our time of grief.

I have many wonderful memories of Grandma Fay. As I'm sure most people who knew her also have fond times to reflect on. Here's some of mine, in particular...
Walking several blocks with her, hand-in-hand, from my house to the main road. Then sitting under a shade tree and counting the passing cars.
Going with Grandma when I was 5 to get our ears pierced and being frightened when it was my turn. Soon, my tears turned to laughter when Grandma Fay hollered out and nearly jumped out of the chair as her first ear was pierced.
Riding in the car with Mom and Dad for hours to visit Grandma at her home on B street. Upon walking through her front door, the warmth of the house hugged you and the smell of a roast cooking left your mouth watering.
Sitting around the dinner table playing chicken foot dominoes late into the evening hours, laughing and scheming, trying to get rid of the double blank.

Anyone who ever met her has a story to tell. But I am one of the lucky ones who has hundreds of stories to tell. I will be able to sit down with my children and share the tales of love and laughter, compassion and grace and all of the wonderful things about her. In addition to my stories, I will also be able to share another aspect of Grandma... the things that her character lacked.

While Grandma Fay possessed qualities that most everyone strives for (the kindness, humility, and tenderness) she also lacked qualities that most of us have. For instance, Grandma Fay lacked the tendency to complain. In my 26 years of knowing her, never did she utter a complaint or gripe about something she had to do or another person who was irritating her. Instead, she was full of joy and light, never letting her troubles overcome her. She faced life head on with a positivity that can only be attributed to her faith. She leaned on God and not her own understanding. Grandma was certain of God's plan for her and knew that any obstacle in her way was not for her to worry about. She had many things to be thankful for and did not brood over daily frustrations.

Grandma did not gossip or talk about folks behind their backs. In fact, I never heard an ill word about anyone come from her lips. It's hard to find a woman (or man for that matter) who doesn't enjoy hearing things on the grapevine then calling up a friend to discuss the latest. Can you think of anyone who lacks this quality?

Grandma Fay did not falter on her beliefs. On the contrary, she was steadfast and headstrong. She was a loyal church-goer and did not question her faith. She followed the word of God as it was meant to be followed. Did this mean she was a prude who never had fun? No way! I remember her traveling with her friends all over the country (most frequently, to Branson) and one of her favorite singers was Elvis Presley. Her life was full of joy and contentment. She was a model Christian woman whose way of life should be patterned. A true inspiration.

Grandma did not place significant value on material things. She never lived in a mansion or drove a Mercedes. She never tried to keep up with the Joneses. She never spent thousands of dollars on lavish gifts for Christmases or birthdays. Instead, she focused on what was truly meaningful...relationships, building and nurturing strong loving relationships with people. Toys, clothes and other gifts get tossed aside after months or years of use. However, Grandma knew that relationships beginning with Christ as the foundation, only grow with time and when they are over, the memories of them will last on. With this in mind, she fostered many friendships with people from all walks of life and made lasting impressions on them all.

Even though her life with us has come to an end, she will live on through all of these things...the things she did and the things she didn't. Let's not let her memorial end after today's service. Let's continue to remember her through our actions and deeds and everyday life. May we all strive to let God's light shine through us as it did her.

And here's a pleasant thought in closing-
As I sat in the room with Grandma during her final days, it occured to me that nearly all of her friends and family had preceeded her in death. I couldn't help but picture Jesus along with my grandfather, my great-grandparents, Grandma's friends from church and many others looking down at her, anxiously awaiting her arrival in Heaven. Last Tuesday night, their wait was over. There was a homecoming party and Grandma Fay was the guest of honor. Last Tuesday night, she was set free from all of her ailments and age. Reunited with her loved ones, she was home at last. And that is right where she wanted to be.

Grandma Fay

Former Duncan resident, Verna Fay Myers, 94, of Huntsville, Alabama, died peacefully on Tuesday, November 9, 2010, at home in Huntsville.

Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 13th at Eastside Church of Christ, Duncan, with Ron Stough officiating. Interment will follow at Duncan Cemetery under the direction of Don Grantham Funeral Home.

There is no visitation at the funeral home but the family will receive friends at Eastside Church of Christ from 9:00 to 10:00 a.m. Saturday before services.

She was born April 3, 1916 in Muskogee, Okla., and grew up in Huntsville, Arkansas. Fay married Gilbert Myers in 1940 and they moved to the Duncan area in 1945, actually moving to Duncan in 1950.

She was a member of Eastside Church of Christ for 52 years until she moved to Huntsville, Ala., in 2002 to be close her daughters.

She was preceded in death by her parents, John Robert and Dorcas Dotson and her husband Gilbert Myers.

Survivors include two daughters, Nancy Jackson and Judy Goss, both of Huntsville, Ala., four grandchildren: Tobin Jackson of Huntsville, Ala., Terri Jackson of Birmingham, Ala., Amy Dean of Memphis, Tenn. and Jodie More of Aliceville, Ala. and one great grandson, Mason More of Aliceville.

Holiday Shopping!

Now that Halloween is over, I can start focusing all of my attention on my favorite holiday... CHRISTMAS! And yes, if you drive by my house you can already see our Christmas tree lit up in the window. I love getting in the Christmas spirit. With all of the decorating fun comes another aspect of Christmas I love...holiday shopping!


Here are my picks for top 10 Christmas gifts from Nuskin...

It was so hard to narrow it down!!! However, I can recommend these products with confidence because I have personally tried them all (including the men's products)

*note: all prices listed are distributor prices

Here we go!

1. pair the epoch Baobab body butter with the liquid body lufra to create an at-home spa... around $30 for both

my personal FAVE!


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2. epoch Sole Solution plus a fabulous winter polish... $15.20 + polish price

Sole Solution leaves feet moisturized and smooth without feeling greasy!







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3. Men Dividends Package ...$29.45

Perfect for the man who has it all... because I bet he doesn't have this!

Includes shave cream, antiperspirant, and aftershave balm

*note: my husband approves of this gift





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4. Renu Hair Mask will leave your hair silky without taking away volume... $18.53

oh yes, and the fragrance is to-die-for!


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5. Body Care Essentials Package all the best products already packaged together...$34.20

Includes Perennial™ Intense Body Moisturizer, Liquid Body Bar, and Liquid Body Lufra

need I say more???





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6. Face Lift with Activator... $23.75

Know someone who always says they want a face lift? Give em one!

*note: I tried this and whoa baby, it works!





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7. epoch Firewalker Foot Cream and epoch IceDancer Invigorating Leg Gel ... around $20 for both

perfect for someone who stands on their feet all day (teachers, hair stylists, etc)

*note: Firewalker was featured in O Magazine!

*note2: I used the IceDancer on my legs when I was pregnant...DIVINE!!







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8. Vitality ... $100 for two bottles

Perfect for someone who wants to enjoy a healthier life with more energy and vitality? Wait a minute, don't we all?!?

Give one to a friend and keep the other for yourself. Believe me, you'll want to keep one! This is the newest product from NuSkin and I can't even begin to tell you what it does for your body!

Visit the website for more info!https://www.nuskin.com/en_US/products/pharmanex/ageloc_vitality/01103866.html

*note: this product can only be ordered in the 2 pack with a coupon from preorder sales (which I have plenty of and will be glad to share!) However, 6-packs may be purchased without the coupon.

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9. Herbal Mineral Bath and an aromatic candle... $14.25 + price of candle

Know a workaholic? This will melt away their stress, making for a great night of relaxation.

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10. epoch Baby Hibiscus Hair and Body Wash + monogrammed baby bath towel... $11.40 + price of towel

This lightly scented foamy wash leaves my baby's skin soft and smooth with no irritation. Any new or expecting mom will love it!





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There it is! Jodie's top 10 NuSkin gifts. I should be on David Letterman!

Please let me know if I can help you with anything! I will be glad to get you set up as a preferred customer or as a distributor, if you aren't already. Thanks so much for helping me build my NuSkin business.

2 months

Whew... Time has flown by fast and Mason is already 2 months old. I really can't believe it!

Weight: 12 lbs 8.3 ounces

Length: 22 inches
Sleeping habits: Still not sleeping sound throughout the night, but only waking up one time to eat
New Abilities:

• Smiling all of the time... well at least most of the time
• "mini" push-ups
• supporting weight on your legs

Favorite thing: Bathtime! as long as the bathroom is warmed up before getting in the tub

Promised Pictures

Here are the pictures I promised...