Christmas in Goodland- Part 2

My dad and step-mom met us in Goodland too. One of our traditions with them is to stay at The Comfort Inn. We always open presents in the breakfast area and then the kids swim forever. We had a great time.

I wonder what that was about?

The mother hen.

She deserves this. If you are gonna pose for a picture then expect to see it again!

Nothing better than true laughter...I wonder what was so funny!

There is just something about this sugar pop I can't get enough of...and neither can Cassidy.

I realized I don't have many pictures of the boys except in the pool. I guess they are always off doing their own thing.

I know it's steamy. But there is something about this picture that I love.

And the fun is over....

Christmas in Goodland- Part 1

We went to Goodland over New Year's to celebrate Christmas with my mom and grandma. My sister and her family met us there, as well as my aunt and uncle from Colorado. The whole clan.
GG with her great grandchildren.

This license plate from Uncle Gary was one of Avery's favorite gifts.

Alli and GG-I love this picture!

Ethan with a wii game we never would have bought him--too much shooting!

Alli with her first $50 bill. Gotta love Grandmas!

Bethany tearing into it!

Back from Turkey

My brother, Ld is in the Air National Guard and has been in Turkey since November. (Turkey in November, isn't that funny?) This is the 2nd time he has volunteered for active duty over the holidays so that someone else can come home. We are grateful for the sacrifice he makes for our country and VERY grateful that he is home safely.

Happy Birthday To My Sister (on the 31st)

L-Listener....my sister listens to me for hours. Sometimes about things that are really important, my hopes and dreams , my questions about faith and direction. Sometimes about things that don't matter so much, what I ate for lunch, how I need a break from my kids.

I can't imagine who I would call if I didn't have her.

I-Intelligent...my sister is so smart. She worked so very hard to pay her own way through college and graduate with high honors. Now she works for a tax accountant...what a brain! She really thinks through decisions that she makes and is not an "emotional thinker" like me.

She is definitely my "go to" person whenever I need advice.

S-Super Mom...my sister is a super mom. This mom of 4, can often be found volunteering in her kids' school, helping with Little Flowers, preparing something for something (boy scouts, teacher luncheons, you name it she does it). At the end of the day, she doesn't go to bed without tucking in her sweet children. Even when her tank is empty, she keeps on giving. She is a great example of motherly love.

A-Alli and Avery's godmother...my sister is the best godmother. She takes the role very seriously, encouraging them to grow in their faith. She definitely earned the title of "mother" with Alli as she walked up and down the hallway with me for hours never complaining. It was her face that Alli first saw that glorious day in October, thirteen years ago.

I can't imagine sharing that special moment with anyone else.

Lisa, when I think about our relationship, it makes me so glad that God blessed my girls with sisters. I hope you have a wonderful day and a year filled with God's love and grace. Thank you for the many ways you bless my life.