On the wings of prayer

Mother's Day

I could tell my girls and hubby tried hard to make it a special Mother's Day this year. Brandon let me go away on Saturday to Omaha with Gretchen and Lindsey; I think this is our 5th year to get away. We didn't spend the night this time, but we were on the road by 7:30. We shopped and ate great meals. It is always a refreshing time!

Here are other highlights:

My three lovely daughters. If only one would look like me...

I'm so thankful for teachers who help create the best gifts.

Sadie filled out a winner in my book. When I asked her why she said I was good at tennis, she told me it was because I hit her in the head. (Though that part is true, I'm not sure it qualifies me as a good tennis player.)

And then Maisie wrote this darling, yet humorous, letter to me. If she only knew how I wish I was blond. Instead my hair is as dark as dirt.

Tada - this is me!

AJ made me this sweet card which included the things I love. She knows me well!

I went to bed with a grateful and thankful heart.

Snapshots of Life

Snapshots of life in May

A beautiful rainbow east of our home.

Caramel likes to sit on Maisie's bed and watch the birds at the feeder.

Maisie drew herself and sisters dancing.

We participated in the KPR track meet again this year. Analise got a 4th place ribbon in the softball throw.

Maisie decided to try the long jump instead.

She gave it her best effort and came home disappointed that she didn't finish well. A hard lesson to learn.

Analise was super excited to learn to mow this year!

Maisie is an artist. :)

I went to Grand Island with some girl friends to watch UNL volleyball. So fun!

Our first homemade popsicles from our new maker. Lemonade flavor was yummy!

Caramel seems to think this is her bed, not Analise's.

Grandmom sent the girls these animal pots to grow their own grass.

Maisie decided to have her hair cut. Before-

After. I do think this bob suits her personality.

Sadie lost a top tooth! Maisie pulled this one and charged Sadie a nickel this time.

Maisie and Analise both had artwork selected to be displayed at the art museum.

Only Sadie finds this comfortable while playing Uno.

BIrthday and Easter

Our favorite guy had his birthday in April, and I am glad I took pictures. :) If only I remembered all that we did....

His birthday landed on Good Friday, so the girls and I didn't have school. After his birthday dinner, we went to the multi-church Good Friday service; it's my favorite every year.

The girls spent time creating "just the right" card for him.

Daddy and his girls

For Brandon's gift, he chose some new hunting attire. He was slightly disappointed that it was a little too big. But we could only make the most of it and laugh.

The girls and I met Sarena, Grandma and boys up at the mall for their egg "hunt." The girls had fun assisting Danny.

Later we colored eggs. I love this tradition!

Saturday we celebrated both Brandon and Dave's birthdays. We made smoked chicken, roasted potatoes, pretzel salad, and other goodies.

I made this super delicious and super unhealthy cheesecake.

Here is a side of Brandon a lot of people don't see - the goofy one who makes us laugh.

Our tradition is to make Resurrection rolls for breakfast. We discuss the events of Christ's death, and put the rolls in the oven where his body (the marshmallow) disappears. Well, this year that didn't quite happen....at least we know Jesus truly was no longer in the grave!

We treasured the time of worship on Easter morning with all the family. He is Risen; He is Risen Indeed!

All 8 kids. So sweet; such great kids with sweet relationships.

Blessed by my husband and daughters.

After church I forced (yes forced) the girls to let me take some pictures. Finding a nice backdrop at our house isn't easy. This is a nice backdrop, but they didn't like looking into the sun.