Easter Weekend

We helped the kids move out of the rental house and into their new home - no small feat with a nursing newborn and two toddlers in tow. Thanks to David's family who lived close by, we had plenty of help and good food. They rewarded us with fun, feasting, and relaxation when the work was all done. Easter Sunday was extra special because we witnessed the baby blessing. Here are some picture highlights:

Ginger is the Color of My Third Grandchild's Hair

And I just missed being present for the delivery by a couple of minutes!

Booties made by me

Springtime Promises to Bring • • •

Springtime promises to bring:

Blossoms, showers,

Blooms on flowers,

Beauty on Earth,
News of Birth,
Easter joys,
Soccer boys,
Wedding bliss,
Young Love's kiss,
What's this?
Our 2013 graduates.

~Mandy Facer

Christmas 2012

Christmas at the Patriarchal Homestead: The white stuff made the long drive and freezing temperatures all worth it; and, of course, we went skiing in the best snow on earth! 
The best part of Christmas includes singing, playing, food prepping, 
yes, gift-giving, 

and family togetherness...

...especially when the family is about to grow!

An engagement was made on New Year's Day!
(I think the arrow is aptly placed, don't you?)

"More plebs [I mean, womenfolk] are needed!"