Steve Miller Band at Ravinia

On July 13, 2007 we joined our good friends Darby and Lincoln Walden for a night at Ravinia with the Steve Miller Band. It was a great night. The train ride home was entertaining as well. Below is a statement from the Ravinia website that better explains the whole Ravinia experience.
The Ravinia Experience
There’s more to Ravinia than merely the world’s greatest music. For as many people who walk through Ravinia’s gate each summer, there are just as many ways to enjoy what we call “The Ravinia Experience.”
For some, it all starts with a picnic picked up along the way, followed by a hop on the train and greeting your friends at your favorite spot on the lawn. Gradually, day turns into evening, and from the comfort of your perfect lawn spot, it culminates in a great concert by candlelight as you gaze at the stars above.
For others, it’s a dinner reservation at one of Ravinia’s popular on-site restaurants followed by a casual stroll to the Pavilion, where you go to see and hear the stars on the stage.
Bring your own lavish picnic, treat yourself to an ice cream cone at intermission, or just come as you are and leave the details to us.
Since 1904, Ravinia has been Chicago’s “sound of summer,” a place where you can meet up with your friends, have a wonderful time and hear some of the greatest music in the world.

Cow Creek Ranch, Pecos, New Mexico

In July of 2007 we joined Robert Mead and friends on a great trip to Cow Creek Ranch in New Mexico. Our time at the ranch was spent fly fishing, horse back riding, shooting at sporting clays and enjoying excellent meals. Robert's sister, Lanier, is the Ranch Manager. She and her staff did a fantastic job of keeping us entertained, feed well and relaxed. Our group was so much fun too! Everyone had a great time. We all spent our last night in Santa Fe and did a little shopping before we headed home. Please take a look at the website for Cow Creek Ranch. You will really get a better idea of how cool this trip really was. http://www.cowcreek-ranch.com/

Our Wedding

We were married on July 31, 2004 in Mobile, Alabama. We had a wonderful week full of fun events with our friends and family. Our rehearsal dinner was held at Oak Knoll home on Mobile Bay. Afterwards the bus took everyone to a local favorite, Judge Roy Bean's. The next morning there was a Bridal Luncheon hosted by my sister, Terri Holley, at the Fairhope Inn. The guys all had lunch at the Original Oyster House. Our ceremony was held at Central Presbyterian Church in Mobile and the reception was at The Ezell House in downtown Mobile.

Billy Dee

This cutie belongs to Brodie and I. His name is Billy Dee. He is the best dog on earth. However, he can be rather smelly and he sheds more than anyone could imagine. We love Billy Dee so much. He is pure entertainment for us. I recently taught him how to speak and shake his paw. He will only do these two tricks if it means we will be giving him a "yummy" (our term for dog treat). Billy Dee was rescued for Brodie by his sister Jennifer from the Humane Society in Nashville. He is about 7 years old (we are not exactly sure of his age since he was rescued). He is a mix of a Beagle and a Bassett Hound. He loves to go on walks but he hates the leash so that means that our walks are slow and long.

Ralph and George

These two adorable dogs belong the to Holley family. They are both boys, Ralph and George. My sister Terri's husband Craig named these guys. For some reason when I am around these dogs I can't help but call them "fluff butts".

Thanksgiving 2005

Thanksgiving 2005 at Jennifer's sister's house
Terri and Craig Holley
Lookout Mountain, TN

Big Sky

Big Sky, Montana
The Yellowstone Club
"The World's Only Private Ski and Golf Community."
February 2006

We went on vacation this winter with Amy and Gage at The Yellowstone Club. Our days were filled with skiing and never standing in line for the lifts. At night . . . the hot tub, red wine and fine dining. We all had a wonderful time.

The Masters

Brodie's company has taken their clients to The Masters for a few years now. In 2004 I was invited to attend and it was an amamzing privilage.

Phil Mickelson converted an 18-foot birdie putt on the 72nd hole to break a deadlock with Ernie Els, who finished two groups earlier, to win his first major championship. It was the fourth time in Tournament history that a final birdie putt decided the outcome. After beginning the final round tied for the lead with Chris DiMarco, Mickelson birdied five of the last seven holes for the victory.

Comments from http://www.masters.org

July 4th 2003
Weekend Camping in Michigan

Ole Miss Football Games: Great times in Oxford, Mississippi

Let's get some of our past out of the way so we can focus on the future. Brodie and I have had soooo much fun together since we started dating in January of 2002. We want to post on our blog some of the pictures from all our fun times.

Chicago Air Show
August 2003 and 2004