Jenna: the Hockey Player

Jenna lost her bottom two front teeth back before Christmas.... on Saturday, January 8th, she lost one of her top front teeth.... and all the missing teeth made us think she looks like a hockey player! Eric happened to have a Sharks hockey jersey, so we put it on her for a quick picture. haha... Jenna is such a funny little girl- and she isn't scared at all, she pulls her teeth right out... I'm fine with her wiggling them back and forth when they start to get loose...but that top tooth, she would twist it! Yes, you read that right- she TWISTED the dern thing... gross! haha- and I can't watch her pull them out.

Jenna has a dentist appointment coming up that was scheduled this past summer... I'm not sure there will be many teeth for them to clean! haha!

Lexie saw her pull this one out- bad thing about it was Lexie walked around with her fingers in her mouth and every now and then saying "mommy, pull my teeth too!" ... to which I would reply, "You JUST got your teeth dear, let's wait a few years before we start yankin' them out!" haha. :)

1st Snow 2011

We got 8 inches of snow! WOW! We haven't had this much snow since 1993. It was soooo pretty! And extremely fluffy! Usually we have ice in the mix, but it was pure snow, so it was perfect for a few angels...but didn't stick together so there was no snowmen....but the ice fell some in the afternoon and Eric was able to make some pretty amazing snowmen. We have had so much fun! I will say, that Eric and I had more fun than the girls. Jenna played in the snow a good bit, but once she got too cold - it was over. Lexie...well, we managed to get her out in the snow long enough for a picture or two.... but she HATES the cold.... haha, poor baby is only truely happy if the sunshine is warm and her toes are on a beach... its amazing the pure happiness that the child will show for the summertime beach, and pure hatred for the winter wonderland. :) makes me laugh though- as much fun as I had in the snow- I have to agree with Lexie...a warm sunshine, cool breeze, sand and ocean sound absolutely wonderful! haha! Here are a few pics from the first snow day of 2011:

Jenna's Angel... one and only- notice her face? oh yeah, well she says "mom... my butt and back are now cold. I don't think I like making snow angels." haha... sheesh.
My parent's dog: Roxy ... eating the snow! so funny!

Eric and the 2 snowmen that lived! they were so cute!!

I actually helped a little... I did the hair on the short one, I also did the arms on the short one, and added the scarfs to both. :) haha. look, I made the little one look like its holding hands with the big one! :)

This is Eric's first snowman... shortly before his head fell off and exploded into pieces...BAH haha

This is a waterfall that is near my parents house. My mom, Jenna and I walked down to take a few pictures of it.... It's part of the old mill, and it always looks so pretty in the snow!

Lexie... not too happy about the snow. She looked at us like we were crazy, all of us playing in it... she just has never liked being cold. Maybe when she's a little older she'll play in it with us....but she is my little summertime baby...she's much happier in warmer times of the year.

Our boxer dog, Destiny.... ALSO caught eating the snow hahaha.

Pretty wishing well in my parent's back yard.

more pictures at www.dropshots.com/pilkentonpearls

New Years 2011

We brought the New Year in with a few of our best friends, Jon and Stephanie Johnson and their three boys Nick, Gavin, and Peyton. Lexie has a small crush on Gavin but flirts with Peyton (Peyton is just 6 months older than Lexie) and Jenna sticks close to Nick who is a year older than her. :P We always have a blast when we are with the Johnson's! :) Hope everyone has a prosperous New Year!!! God Bless!

Left to Right: Jon Johnson, Steph Johnson, ME, and EricJenna, Nick, and Gavin - Ball has DROPPED on the tv in the background to bring in 2011!!

Jon and Steph Johnson - LOVE THEM!!

Eric and I just before midnight! 2011 is going to be a great year for us... I have Faith that God has some great things planned for us. I love you honey, can't wait to take on challenges and meet the goals we have set for ourselves! I know we can do it with God's help!

Lexie flirting with her Daddy -- both my girls are hopeless Daddy's Girls! haha, its ok, :D They are momma's babies too. We both get love! :)

The bestie Steph J and me! :) We have been friends for over 15 years - we've been there, done that, been through it all...laughed together, worshiped God together, cried together,...lost touch for a few years but got back in touch, and I LOVE this girl and I'm so lucky to call her my friend! She's pretty awesome and I'm so glad God put her in my life!
They had a bonfire for their Christmas Tree and Eric set off some fireworks... the kids all hid in the house, and I hung out with them (only because Lexie was clung to my FACE during the fireworks) haha

Gavin is the cutest little boy in the world lol... :) He'll never have a problem getting a girlfriend, that's for sure lol. :) He's so sweet- he told his mommy that he was going to ask a girl at his school to marry him. isn't that the sweetest thing?

Jenna and Nick... NOTE: Nick is a full year older than Jenna. Yes, Jenna is taller. haha, Bless his heart, he may hit a growth spurt and pass her someday though! She better watch out! :)

The Terrific Two Year Olds! (a.k.a. the terrible two year olds hahaha). Peyton and Lexie, they are both soooo photogenic. :) And they were stuck together like glue that night. (Mainly because Peyton didn't want her to take his toys hahaha....cute!)
Favorite picture of Peyton ever! He has the bluest eyes!
Jenna in her Justin Bieber shirt (that she wore 2 days straight cause its her favorite) and me just before the New Year! Steph J got these hats for us, the kids weren't too in to wearing them, but I thought I loved them! :) haha
Jenna and Lexie

Happy New Year from The Johnson's and the Pilkenton's!

Christmas 2010

We had a WONDERFUL Christmas, we are all truely blessed with the best family and friends anyone could ask for. God bless you all, and we love ya more!

God gave us the most beautiful Christmas gift... snow began to fall ON CHRISTMAS DAY!!! My girls got their first WHITE Christmas... It was magical, beautiful... and was the big cherry on top of an already blessed Christmas.

There were only a few things that would have made this Christmas perfect:

1) I didn't get to see my mother in law, pop in law, sis & brother in law, and my niece and nephew. I had to work and wasn't able to go with Eric and the girls to spend Christmas Eve with them. I missed them and hope I get to see them all soon!
2) My Grandma and Grandpa Hellwig, whom were supposed to come up for Christmas, weren't able to come because Grandma spent Christmas Eve in the hospital. Thanks to prayers, she is ok and home again, but we missed her at Christmas and hope to see her soon as well!
3) We didn't have a free weekend to go to Virginia to visit with Eric's dad and grandparents and family up there. We love them and will be planning a VA trip in the next few months! We miss all of you!

I posted just a few photos below...the rest are on www.dropshots.com/pilkentonpearls <- feel free to leave comments! all you do is type a name/nickname and type your comment. It's completely free and there is no need to register or login or anything. :P

Jenna got the Hannah Montana Guitar for Christmas. She and Lexie take turns entertaining us with rock concerts.... aren't you jealous? Come on, you know you are!

The girls got adorable robes and snuggies from Nana and Grandpop - they love them and wear them every night! :)

Aunt Donna reading to the girls. :) They love Aunt Donna and it was so wonderful that she was able to visit for Christmas!

One of the gifts from my father in law (The girls' "Pappox"), had everyone full of laughter! Jenna unwrapped her gift to find this doll, named "Life-Like Lisa". The reason this was so funny, is that my sister's name is Lisa...and the doll even has the same color hair and eyes as the "real" Lisa. Jenna ran through the house yelling "Aunt Lisa! Look! I got YOU for Christmas!" lol.... :P so funny!!

Since I secretly knew what Eric was getting... OF COURSE I filmed his reaction. LOL. Eric has always wanted to see Wrestlemania live...my parents got him tickets, and I'm his lucky date for April 3rd- Wrestlemania at the Georgia Dome!!! Whoop! Whoop!!

And last...but certainly not least... didn't you mention you were jealous of our Hannah Montana concerts? oh ok, well here's a taste just for you. Enjoy! :P