Stowaways

 We were at the garden recently, and we picked up a couple of darling stowaways. I think we'll keep them.

 They said they were on their way to Montana...

 To dance with a cowboy prince at the ball.

Summer!!!

 Capturing an epic moment...in front of the World Famous Corn Palace only in South Dakota!

 She knocked out on the living room floor while I was tending to Nana in the other room.

Mothers Day

 I never knew when I started the journey of motherhood that two little girls could bring so much joy.

 Especially when they call you a good cooker.

 And whisper random "I love yous"

 And give awesome spa treatments to their mama.

Thank You God for two beautiful princesses!

Garden Killer

 We are attempting a garden at the community gardens. So far out of 2 whole rows of beans and peas, we have three pea plants. That's right. Three. Hence the Garden Killer. On the positive side, the cucumbers and squash are much more resilient. Grandma and Mom, I could use a visit and gardening lesson.

A Most Special Visit

 This little pumpkin is just irresistable.

 

 As you can see she was hugged, kissed, sqeezed and loved.

 

Caleb and Becca came and visited for a few days with their sweet girl, MJ. They are a delightful family. For some reason I didn't get copies of the pictures in front of the pheasant where they were all together, (clear the throat). :)

  

 Juliana has officially completed Test 1 & Test 2 of Becoming a Big Kid - Moving out of her crib & Saying goodbye to the bobo (pacifier)

 

 Oh my word, yes that's me. I am real and not a figment of your imagination.

  Comparing owies...

Swing Baby Swing!

When ConLai wants an underdog, it's,
"I want a duck-over-under-dog!"

When Juliana wants to be pushed, it's
"Up in the sky!"

An Ode to Gramo

  HAPPY MOTHERS DAY MAMA!!!!

 You are beautiful. 

Remember that when you look at these pictures and say, "uhhhh" like I know you will.

 You are smart.

Thanks for having an answer when I call with weird questions and always knowing what's happening in the political arena so you can be my voting guide.

 You are blessed.

With 9 gorgeous children who by God's grace are teaching God's love to your 8 gorgeous grandchildren.

 You are loved.

By this motley crew.

You are gutsy.

When the rest of us are about to throw up. (Thank you Becca for the pose.)

 You are adored.

By me and many others.

Love you Mama!!