God has been gracious to us and has been with us through our journey of love and life. He has carried us through some of the most difficult times and has given us joy in the midst of sorrow. He has also been loving and given us abundant blessings. Most importantly, He has provided us with faith. May we share that faith with others.

"For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans to give you hope and a future." Jeremiah 29:11
"God's gifts put man's best dreams to shame".
Elizabeth Barrett Browning

Tuesday, May 31, 2022

May 2022

We've had a busy month. The end of the school year is always so busy with programs, recitals and other end of the school year things. But, we are enjoying the warmer weather & longer days.




We watched Tinkerbell for the month of May, while Grandma traveled to Rome and Greece. Lilly did a great job taking care of her.

Luke's new favorite thing to do - find worms after rainy days



Mama Raccoon had 4 babies this year

Dave was so excited we got Oriels as visitors this month!


Mother's Day












Lilly had a field trip downtown to the Fort

Grandparent's Day




Liam & Lilly had their end of the year piano recital











Lilly had her ballet recital. It was bitter-sweet as her ballet studio will be closing (at least for a year, since the director is deciding to step down)






Luke had a "Field Day" which ended up being inside due to weather.














Luke's last day of school included a Preschool Program. On to Dinofours!









I’m having a full circle moment today. When the twins passed away we asked that memorials be given to the Central Lutheran Preschool fund. At the time, Central did not have a preschool. When the preschool opened, the students were given a wooden fish or cross paid for by memorial money & were told about Christopher & Connor. The tradition continues, although I’m sure the memorial money has been used up by now & the students no longer hear about how these gifts came to be. But, Luke received his fish today. Marveling at how God can turn tragedy into joy. Thankful for all the kids that hear about God’s love. I feel as though my two oldest sons gave Luke this gift.

Luke and I kicked off summer with a  trip to the zoo









Last Day of 6th Grade for Liam

Last Day of 4th Grade for Lilly


Neighbors (catching toads)

















First library trip of the summer



Butterflies at Botanical Conservatory
































Pool time at Grandma's house