Friendships that stand the test of time

I came across this picture last month looking at our wedding album (10 years ago!). We look younger for sure... Our lives were a little simpler back then too! I'm so glad both of these girls are still among my dearest friends that I see and talk with every week! They are both celebrating birthdays this week so they have been on my mind. Happy birthday to both of you! Thank you for the blessing of your loyal, steadfast friendship!

A Modern Western Wedding?

These pictures are really for my sissy. She is going to do the flowers for a wedding coming up in a few weeks that is going to be beautiful! The bridesmaids are wearing apricot/coral dresses with brown cowboy boots. There are going to be a lot of "modern" country touches. I thought of you sissy when I saw these arrangements using ball mason jars. Please promise to post lots of pictures after the wedding of your gorgeous arrangements. I wish I wasn't going to have my hands full and could help you out that day- it sounds so fun!

One cute cake!

I forgot to post this! My sissy and sis-in-law threw a great shower for me last month! The show stopper was this amazing cake! Johnna posted details if you are interested. Thanks girls- you two really know how to throw a party!

Family Vacation

We have been having fun relaxing and enjoying some quality family time.

We visited the giant sequoias... and below some of the roaring rapids of Kings River. These little "walks" (wish I could call them hikes) have been just enough to wear the boys out each day. Below Ben has a flashlight for the "dark of woods" as he calls it. This has been the boys big thing this week- visiting the "dark of woods". Evidently, shadows quantify as "dark". Good thing Ben had his flashlight.The only bummer is Ben has been sick (running a pretty high temperature)- but just like Sam last week, no other symptoms. He has been getting plenty of sleep and is doing a little better today.
We are staying at my sister and brother-in-law's (they are still in SD). Aren't their new floors and rug gorgeous? I need to do a whole post on their great house later.

Family Fishing at Shaver Lake

All I'm going to say is worms were involved. But I survived (as did the fish!). Thanks goodness Eric didn't make me fry it up for dinner!

Happy (late) Anniversary!

This year was a big one! 10 years have flown by and yet seem like an eternity at the same time. We have been incredibly blessed- and have grown as a couple and (literally) as a family.


Eric is more than a girl could ask for in a husband- he is a guy that gets things done, loves to have a project going, encourages me in my gifts, is a super helpful dad and a true spiritual leader. I respect him for his work ethic and having his priorities in life right. He serves others (often me!) without regard for his own needs. He has many close friends because they know his heart and that they will never have a more loyal friend. He loves to be with his family and relax in the great outdoors. He is an amazing example of what a real man is to our boys.


I love you sweetie- I'm blessed beyond measure to share my life with you! Happy Anniversary!

As a huge oak tree provides shelter and protection for all the living things that nest in its branches, a strong man provides security and comfort for every member of his family.

-Dr. James Dobson (Bringing Up Boys)

Image from www.RadekaPhotography.com