The move north...

It was very exciting being a part of the Reinhardt pack up and send off. They whittled their possessions down to 2 big rectangular boxes. Incredible! The kids were so peaceful in the middle of the big change. The send off party was so uplifting and encouraging! Dan and I have so enjoyed getting to know so many wonderful people in New Orleans. It was very fun to get to know the specialities of the area, esp. Snow Balls!!!

Toasting with the Bomkamps!

From Engaged

We got to spend some time with Eric's parents this past weekend. It was so fun to celebrate with Eric and Liz and great to get to know Terry and Patti better. We got some planning done for the good times ahead. And we joined in prayer to thank God for bringing this special couple together.

New Orleans

Wow! We had a lot of fun!!!
Memorable moments:
Danny riding his bike in the backyard without training wheels!!!! Legs full of bruises he is now an expert. Danny reading!!!
Jane loving Laura! Singing wherever she is, whatever she is doing! Keeping up with her brothers. Wanting to hear stories.
Peter always ready to hear a story read to him. "No, no. Nothing!" Crazy dancer!!!
Holding and watching Laura! She is so beautiful and very peaceful.

Laura Patrice

Having lots of fun with the grandkids! The whole house is quiet at the moment. Nap time! This morning we had guests and the in-house barber gave haircuts.

The sun is shining bright and the temp has warmed up so we're planning on heading out to the playground at the levee this afternoon.

Whistle while you work!

Here's a good reminder to put joy into our daily work. Thank you Grandpa for your example of how to be "Blessed with work"!

4 years ago Grandpa slipped out of this world. He was alive in Christ and lived his life for Christ. Now he's continues to be alive in Christ.

From Grandpa videos

SNOW, SNOW, SNOW.....

What can I add except more snow! And it is doing that as I write! More pix if we get 20 more inches!

Epiphany

Today Lilly and I had a real fun outing to ND. We celebrated the 3 Kings day by making a pilgrimage to see the beautiful nativity scenes at the Basilica and the Grotto. On the way we enjoyed all the statues and squirrels! We made a stop at the Campus Ministry building to check out the big ball in the atrium. Lilly warmed right up to that marble ball. We ended our outing with a hot choco at the bookstore. Very delightful. Thank you Lord.