Pumpkin Time!

So, JJ and I finally get to come home in the afternoon right after school! Wow, what a change. Friday we decided to carve our own pumpkin. We ran out of time because the neighbors came over and talked, but it still looks pretty good (just didn't have time for the nose). Sadie really enjoyed it and we got some cute pictures out of it!

Minnie Mouse Halloween!

It's so exciting to have a little girl to dress up for Halloween! Sadie was Minnie Mouse, and I must say she was probably the cutest Minnie Mouse EVER!!!!!! Check her out!

NC State Fair

The North Carolina State Fair is always an exciting time for the Johnston household. My family runs a booth selling the most famous french fries ever (Al's French Fries). It had its bitter/sweet moments. For some reason I just can't help but remember Uncle Cecil during this time. This is the second year that he has not been there, and boy did he loved those 10 days of work. I'm sure he was giving us his two cents from up above! Everything went well this year, just not quite as much profit as the years past. The economy is truly effecting everyone, but we are so thankful for the extra money that we were able to make. Every little bit helps with those neverending bills. Sadie also had a really good time. JJ and I didn't actually get to take her for fun because she got sick, but Nana and Papa did. She loved riding the rides and the ponies. I have a few pictures to show that. She also got to spend lots of time with Nana and Papa while mommy and daddy were working! We look forward to a better 2010 NC State Fair filled even more memories!

Football Friday!

The past few Friday's have been nothing but football. We have had so many home games in a row. Last night was homecoming, so we were off to school for another football game. Sadie loves going to the games. When we pick her up on Friday's she always asks "we going to the football game". She even cried one Friday night when we didn't have a game. She loves to play with her friend Trey. Here are a few updated pictures of the two (and us too)!

Travis and Carol

Our friends Travis and Carol got married a couple of weeks ago. The wedding was beautiful and it was nice seeing old friends. Sadie had a blast dancing the night away with Olivia and some random girl!

What is Mule Days?

So, you know how every city has some little festival in their town? It could be the Peanut Festival, Watermelon Festival, Acorn Festival, even the Collard Festival. Well, when I was growing up Benson hosted "Mule Days". It was a huge event with rides, parade, and lot's of horses. Yeah, it's pretty red neck, but everyone always looked forward to the 3 weekend in September. This year, Sadie went with Papa and Nana. She loved it. She watched the hour long parade, ate a ton of french fries, and even got on a horse.

It's a..............................

The verdict is in and it is a BOY! Yes, you heard me correctly, a very healthy baby boy. The ultrasound went great this morning and there is no question about this baby being a little boy. Everything is developing appropriately and we were very encouraged. We are still working on the name. We're thinking Dakota ___________ Johnston. We're not completely sold on it yet though. We'll keep you posted!

Last chance guess!

Okay guys, this is your last chance to guess the sex of the baby. I will be going to the doctor next Monday to find out the sex of the baby. I must say the trend it boys....I have 3 friends pregnant and all three are having boys! So, what's your call?

ECU Game

We took Sadie to the ECU game yesterday. We were so excited to get the football season finally started. We played APP. STATE and we won. We thought it was going to be a blowout, but ECU slacked up in the second half, making ASU come back and make it a game. All in all we are still 1-0!

Volleyball

Volleyball season is off to a great start this year. I am working with a wonderful group of girls and it is such a blessing to have good ones to work with. We are looking forward to a successful season and hopefully be competing for first place in our conference. Here are a couple of pictures when I took them out to eat for defeating North Lenoir in three games and then we went to the football game!