Summer...so far

5 cousins
our family
the 3 year olds


I know I haven't blogged in awhile! Here are a few pictures from vacation in Pismo Beach with Zach's family. WE had a great time! All the cousins enjoy playing together and it is so much fun to watch. We hope that Sawyer will be close to his cousins even though we live far away. It is all about quality time!!!

Summer has been pretty relaxing! We had Tyler here for 3 weeks and he is going to start his new adventure in the Coast Guard this month. Good Luck Tyler! We went to a new campground(for us) a couple weeks ago by Mt Shasta. They had a free fishing day at the hatchery and of course we had to be there. I forgot my camera, but Sawyer got 3 huge trout!(Zach helped some)

We hope everyone is enjoying the warmth of summer. It rained here last night and I'm actually excited about the rain...I know, me the ultimate complainer of soggy weather!

take care!

Sawyer is 3

I can't beleive our little guy is 3 years old! He is so much fun and a true joy in our lives. We had his big fishing party on Saturday. It was a great bash! Since we are away from our families, I like to make his birthday a big deal with all of our friends. They are all so supportive and help us love on Sawyer. His party included a fih pinata, blue snacks and drinks, dirt and worm cake, and a bucket of live goldfish(Toby has managed to remove the last of the goldfish..oooh yuck!) Sawyer recieved a ton of gifts, all which he really likes! We wish we could have spent the special day with everyone!

Camping

We got to try out our trailer for real this weekend. We drove to Trinity Lake and stayed at the KOA. I really like the trailer! I've never minded roughing it, but having your own bathroom and hot shower is pretty nice. Usually I hate cooking when we're camping, because it is so cold outside, but not anymore. Having a heated kitchen is great! We went with some friends and made new friends while we were there. It was a pretty busy campground, but there was alot to do. One night they showed Cars movie on a big screen in the woods. Sawyer was pretty thrilled. I'm afraid everytime we camp, he'll expect to see his movie. We can't wait for our next trip!

Cousins

Our family got to visit us this month! We miss being around our family so much! It is always a treat when they come to hang out with us. We did so much! Turtle Bay, fishing, gold panning, movies, swimming, gymnastics, the parade, playing in the snow and parks. I'm excited the cousins got to know each other so well!

Mother's Day

Yesterday was a great day! I can't tell you how blessed I feel to be called a mom. For so many years it was my dream and my desire and God answered my prayers. It has been my goal and prayer to adore and cherish all that comes with this job. I do fail and fall into the complaining and feeling sorry for myself some days. It is easy to get caught up in the mundane chores, the constant discipline, and endless energy that gets sucked out. I've been back at work this month and I realize that my passion is completely lacking in my career. My heart is at home with my family.
My heart still breaks for couples who have not had their prayers answered and are longing for a little one. Mother's Day can be a day of great pain for these couples. Please pray with me for God to reach out and comfort these women. If you are a mom and struggling with today's new challenge, pray for strength and rejoice in the blessing God has given you.
Here are some pictures from our special day.