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Showing posts with label Way Back Whensday. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Way Back Whensday. Show all posts
06 May 2009
Hello friends! Welcome to Way Back Whensday - the blog carnival I created way back here where we look way back in our photo archives (whether 2 months or 20 years!) to share with our friends the glories of where we were way back when!
This week's theme is "Water, Water Everywhere". I invite you to dig out old photos of yourselves as babies, children, teenagers or adults (or even of your own children) at the beach or pool.
I'm so excited to see what you've come up with! Fire up those scanners, friends, and join me for a trip Way Back When! And don't worry if it's not Wednesday anymore, you're always welcome to jump on board!
I'll start with a photo of my sister and me. In this photo, she's 2 and I'm 1 month old. My Mom used to take us to swim at our friends the Richardsons' pool. Notice the cute star bathing suit she's wearing?
Fast-forward two years: Becky (yes, we called her "Becky" then, so I'm calling her "Becky" for this photo) was 4 and I was 2. Now I'm wearing the star bathing suit! Isn't my mom cute to have the wherewithall while raising two little girls to recreate a cute picture? Nice work, Mom! (And, nice face, Becky!)
And, here we are that same summer at the Leckrones' pool, I believe. In this picture, I'm about the age that Oliver is now. I'm so glad I had a big sister to swim with me!
That's all I've got. It turns out, all the beach trips happened before I was born. But, these photos are great to have!
Alright, friends, you're up! Do you think we can hit more than three links this week? Dig deep, girls!
So, here's the deal: if we get at least five participants this week, I'll do this again next week. And, believe me, you want this to happen, because next week is all about birthday pictures! And, I know your Moms made some killer homemade birthday cakes! See you then!
29 April 2009
Good morning, friends and welcome to Way Back Whensday - my own little blog carnival where we dig through old photo albums and such to share fond memories, regrettable fashions and the glories of our pre-baby lives with our our bloggy friends! Join me, will you?
This week's topic - Senior Pictures!
I graduated from high school in 2001 - that'd be eight years ago next month. I thought that probably my senior pictures wouldn't be too shocking since they weren't waaaay back, but I was wrong. I can't believe how much younger I look - and honestly, how not-together I look. Ha!
Hang tight to the end of this post and you'll be glad you did - as I dug through my senior pictures I cam across a real gem! We're talking blackmail worthy! Why am I sharing it with you all? Because that's what Way Back Whensday is all about!
Raechel Pennington, age 18 :)
(are you noticing a theme among these photos - I can't manage to keep my eyes open when I smile - I'm just that happy to be 18!)
And now, for that gem I promised you all. I honestly don't even know what to say in my defense. All I can remember is that there was an American flag and a ladder at the studio, we'd groomed and brought our miniature schnauzer just in case, and I evidently bought a pair of pasjama pants that I thought passed as cool summer lounge gear or something. So, all of that put together, and voila! we have this:
Can I get this in wallet-size to share with my friends??
And now that I have made it clear what a way-cool cat I am, I can't wait to see what y'all have in your archives! Go ahead - dig through your memory books and share your senior pictures with us! Share the graduation year too if you like! Once you've posted, come back here and link up with Mister Linky so we can all enjoy your senior moments! Don't forget to link back to this post on your blog so that folks can find the source of all the Way Back Whensday fun!
Get ready for next "Whensday" now! In celebration of the coming summer months, next week's theme will be "A Day at the Beach". Do you have pictures from your very first visit to the beach? Did you grow up near the beach? Did you only ever visit swimming pools? These photos can span all of childhood. So, whether you were two or twelve, share you best (and worst!) photos of being a little fishy!
Happy "Whensday", friends!
27 April 2009
After church yesterday we couldn't resist spending just a bit more time at the Main Street Festival (since it was literally right in front of our church). It was a cooler day (only low 80s), so we were able to take the time to peruse some of the street vendors a bit more comfortably.
After making a few happy purchases, we headed to the Hensley's house for a big church picnic. Yummy food, great fellowship, you get the picture. It was amazing to see the difference in Oliver from 1 1/2 to 2 1/2 as he his not much more enjoyable at events such as this. Last year we were following him around, making sure he didn't fall or eat grass, and this year, we were able to sit and enjoy our picnic lunch with our friends while he wandered around the property playing with his. So much more relaxed!
After the picnic and a failed nap attempt, we headed to my Mom's new place for a dinner. (Have I mentioned that my Grandma - Oliver's Great Grandma - is staying with my Mom in town for a couple of weeks? It's fun for the kids to get to know her.) So, we decided that each family should make a pizza from scratch, then bring it to Mom's for baking and judging. It was great, tasty fun and, in case you were wondering, we took second. :)
After supper and such, Oliver and Beatrice discovered the new lounge chairs on Mom's back patio and set about enjoying them as 2-year-olds should.
And that, friends, was concluded our intensely busy weekend. (If you follow me on Twitter, you already know that I managed to sleep in past 10:30 this morning out of sheer exhaustion from our fun fun fun! I feel better now!)_________________________________
And now, for a matter of business completely unrelated to Oliver's handsome Kanye West-style sunglasses (borrowed from Bea, actually).
I am officially giving you two days notice for this week's Way Back Whensday! In the future I'm planning to announce the following week's theme in the current week's post. 'Cause I'm organized like that. But, for this week, the theme will be: Senior Pictures!
I just can't wait to see what y'all come up with. So, fire up those scanners and get ready for some good way-backs! Who knows, maybe this week will be the most participation yet! :)
22 April 2009
I hate to post this right on top of my last post (worth reading!!), but here it is Wednesday and I can't stop the beat!
This week we're sharing photos of ourselves as babies! Feel free to share photos of your husbands as babies as well - maybe compare them to your kids' baby photos.
This week, I've got just three photos to share. I'm sure you'll all agree that these explain Oliver and Evie's hair color (though Ry was quite the towhead as well). And, in case you've never noticed before, yes, I have huge lips. Enjoy!
6 Months Old
12 months old with my cousin Lee (9 months old). He and I were like Bea and Oliver. And, yes, I look like a boy. I assure you, that's a baby girl there on the left. Why my mother dressed me in a blue whale outfit I'll never know. But, we matched and I guess that's what matters.
Alright, friends. Time to link-a-roo! You know the drill: post Way Back Whensday pictures on your blog (they don't HAVE to be baby photos, any way-back photos will do), then use Mr. Linky to put a link to your blog right here so lots of people can come and see what you have to show. (And, by "lots of people", I mean Christine and Tracy and maybe a few others...) :)
Happy Wednesday! Don't forget to read the post beneath this one too! (I wish I could make a little arrow with my letters, but that is just beyond me!)
15 April 2009
**Updated!**
I finally got the new scanner figured out (mostly) and have a few pictures to post. I wish these were straight off the disc, because scanned images just don't look as nice as the actual, digital images. I love these just the same and I'm glad to share them before the clock strikes midnight!
We got married in my Aunt and Uncle's yard. This photo looks posed, but it really wasn't. I was in the great room on the second floor, overlooking the gazebo and chairs as the guest started to arrive. I remember my heart skipping a beat when I caught a glimpse of Ryan out there. I couldn't believe I was going to get to marry him!
Starting my (long) march down to the ceremony and down the aisle. My step-dad and Ryan's cousin played "To God Be the Glory" on their trumpets as I walked (The version that goes "With his power he has raised me, with his blood He has saved me...", not the other one).
The whole wedding party!
One of my favorite photos from the day.
It's right after the recessional and we are just beaming. We were so stoked to be married!
Another favorite from the day. This was a major zoom shot - we were standing on the third story balcony.
Okay, more kissing.
I love this guy! I would marry him a million more times!
**Original post follows:**
Good morning, friends!
You know that recurring dream you have for years after you graduate from college - the one where you get several weeks into the semester before you realize you'd signed up for another class and completely forgotten to attend (actually happened to me sophomore year!) or you manage to show up to class but without any knowledge that you have a big project due that day? I STILL have these dreams - had one this week in fact. I hate not being prepared!
Well, this morning is sort of like that. Here it is, "Way Back Whensday", and I'm without my photos! How embarrassing! In my defense, we have a new scanner ordered and scheduled to arrive on our doorstep sometime late morning, so I WILL have photos, just not for several more hours.
This doesn't mean that those of you who ARE prepared for "Way Back Wednesday" should wait, though. This week is all about our weddings! I'd LOVE to see pictures from your weddings! Do you have any on your computers, or will you have to scan as well?
This week, if you'd like to participate, please share photos of you with your beloved with us! And, tell us how long you've been married and one particularly fabulous memory about the day.
I will do my best to update with photos of my own later in the day. In the meantime, let's see who of you has photos to share!
08 April 2009
Welcome to Way Back Whensday!, my own little blog carnival where we dig through old photo albums and such to share fond memories, regrettable fashions and the glories about our pre-baby lives with all our bloggy friends! Join me, will you?
This week's topic - Hair Worth Remembering (or forgetting!).
Allow me to get things started:
This is me in 5th grade. I know, impressive! And, to think, I actualy spent time that morning with a curling iron and hairspray, took a final look and satisfied thought to myself, "Yes, this is how I want to be remembered. Looks good!"
Four years later, here I am in 9th grade. LOTS of hair (which I PAINSTAKINGLY straightened then curled), and as you can see (or, not see) a new set of braces. Did I actually think smiling with my mouth closed was a clever disguise?
Okay, here I am in the summer of 2005. It was about a month before my first pregnancy. So, the hairstyle isn't cute, I get that, but can we talk about all the tight curls and how my babies have sucked the curls right out of me?
I've save the best for last. Here I am with my dear (and hopefully forgiving??) sister in 3rd grade. I don't know who did this to me, but at least I can say that I am not responsible for this one!
Now that everyone's clear on how totally awesome I am, we can move on to the fun of linking up to all of yall's awesomeness! Cross your fingers with me that this works!
02 April 2009
A sweet friend of mine pointed out to me yesterday that I haven't been writing much lately - at least nothing substantial.
She's right. I haven't.
We talked about it a bit and I think I realized why. So much of what I write on this blog is about our baby girl - what I remember about her and her short life, what I miss about her, and how I try my best to function on days when I feel much more like staying in bed.
The thing is, I suppose I've become a bit self-conscious about it all at this point. It has been nearly a year now, and it's honestly still what's on my mind - what I want to talk about. I'm just afraid to do that anymore because I'm afraid of what people will think. (I know, that's stupid and I sound like a 3rd grader!) I'm scared that people will be annoyed that I am not "over it" yet, that it's been a year and I need to move on. I guess I should give y'all more credit than that, shouldn't I?
A big piece of my heart is still with Evie. It may always be that way.
So, thanks to you, B, for reminding me that it's my blog and I can cry if I want to! :) I don't know when I'll be ready to write about what's going on in my heart and head at this time. Reliving this 4th month of the year was bound to happen, but boy is it difficult. For now, I'll just ask you all for your prayer support. And, I can be comforted to remember, in the words of my new best friend Nancy Guthrie, "deep sadness and deep faith can coesixt".
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And now, for my latest installment of "Way Back Whensday"! This week, I invited y'all to share photos of where you were 7 years ago at this time. (That'd be April 2002.)
Can I also just share that I have totally considered putting up a Mr. Linky for Way Back Whensday, but I'm just not sure I can handle the rejection if no one uses it! I know, I'm a nut. Would y'all like to be linked from here? Is anyone out there enjoying Way Back Whensday?
Okay, to begin, I believe with all my heart that these are the two most important photos I can share right now. Christine and I lived down the hall from one another in Williams Hall freshman year. It's hard to remember exactly what we were doing or why, but all I can remember is there was a small nook in the wall, and we wanted to see if we could squeeze in and have our photo taken. The big joke was that 'Stine was pretty sure everything but her ghetto booty would fit. I loved freshman year!
Apart from that little moment in Raechel & Christine history, I have a few other photos from that time to share.
For spring break that year Ryan and I flew down to Florida to visit our friends Mark and Megan (who were also LCS high school sweethearts and are now married as well!). Here are a few photos from that trip (probably why I was so tan in the photo above with Christine).
You may be able to see here a nickel on a leather cord around Ryan's neck. There's a great story behind that nickel. Remind me to tell it sometime.
This may not have been spring of '02, I can't remember. But, I love this picture because the guy in the tiger suit is smiling for the picture. It's just funny because when there's a camera and somebody says "smile!", it's just instinct!
Here's our official engagement photo. We were SO happy! (Still are, for the record!)
And, as I'm looking at these again, I am realizing that they're from spring of 2003. Marcie, Christine and I found a nest of baby bunnies that had been abandoned. We snuck them into our apartment and took care of them for a week or so. We even took them into WalMart with us, bought infant formula and baby bottles (what were we thinking??) and eventually decided to sneak food from salad bar in the cafeteria for them. We eventually had a bunny farewell across the street at Perry Farms (when the photos were taken). What can I say, were were mothers at heart!
That's all for this week. I'd love to hear your suggestions for a good "Way Back Whensday" theme for next week. Leave me a comment if you have an idea!
18 March 2009
Hello, bloggy friends! It's Wednesday again, and you know what that means: time to sort back through all your files to find the funniest, oldest, coolest, whatever pictures from way back when.
Last week was my inaugural post where I shared my bright idea with the world! (And by world, I mean y'all that read my blog.)
This week, I'm sharing a few photos from high school when Ryan and I first started dating. These pictures were taken in early 2000 in our Junior year of high school. (Ryan and I began dating in our sophomore year.)
This one absolutely cracks us up. Ryan looks like he's about twelve and I somehow look swollen and nothing like myself. I was a real fan of the skinny eyebrows in high school I'm ashamed to say. But, you can see where Oliver got his bright blue eyes!
Here's a photo from our freshman year of college. Yes, that's me and Christine kissing Ryan on the bench. I'll also note that this was the year that Christine wore her "Barbara Bush" dress and pearls.
I wish I had more, but I really am going to have to do some digging this week. What do you say next week we all share big belly photos from our pregnancies? And, if you don't have babies yet, share a photo of your most regrettable hairstyle!
See you next Whensday!
11 March 2009
So, I had this brilliant idea last week. (Well, I like to think it was brilliant. When I tried to enthuse Ryan about my brilliant idea I think he was a little less impressed.)
Lots of people like to do "Wordless Wednesday" posts on Wednesdays. I am completely incapable of posting something without words, so it's just no good for me. So, I am officially instituting:
"Way Back Whensdays"
(Christine, does the spelling kill you or am I okay?)
It's just a fun chance to post an old photo or two and to reflect on where we've come from and thus, look ahead to where God is taking us.
Or, maybe nothing even quite that deep. Maybe just a fun chance to post old photos.
Anyhow, here are some photos of our little guy way back when:
6 months old
9 months old
Maybe I'll bust out some photos of Ryan and I on our first date (10 years ago) next week. Stay tuned to find out!
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