Merry Christmas 2010(this is the picture on the Christmas Card Letter...
sorry if you were unable to see it the first time!)
Thursday, December 16, 2010
Wednesday, September 8, 2010
Quick Trip Part 3
This is actually the last post from last summer......kind of nice to see summer after so much winter! Bring on the warmer temps!
For some reason, the Canal Park pictures in Duluth, MN are teeny-tiny...guess you have to squint to see them and get really close to the screen. oops.
While in Duluth, we took a trip to the Depot where they had a fun kids construction zone. Micah tried his hand at many things.
Wow...long overdue for the final post ...but not it's posted.
Wednesday, August 11, 2010
The Farm
Many great memories at this place and each year we make more. Glad to know my husband and son enjoy "The Farm" as much as I. Even though it has changed over the years and is now actually owned by someone else, "The Farm" is a favorite place to be.
Monday, August 9, 2010
Quick Trip to Northeastern MN Part 2
So after our trip to Silver Beach...we headed for the Farm (north of Cloquet/Duluth).
A little 4 wheeling was done.
Took in some beautiful sunsets.
Stopped by #16 in Cloquet so Micah see the train. Times have changed since I was young...you're not supposed to climb on the train anymore. I noticed the sign after we had him on the caboose...oops.
Played a little ball.
Helped Grandpa with "his 4 wheeler"--the Snapper riding lawn mower. Still going after all these years...I'm sure there's a picture of me doing the same thing many years ago.
Checking out the bunk beds in the trailer.
Showing off a Monarch that he & Grandpa found (don't worry...it was already dead)
Even went to a fun retirement party of a distant cousin that had great activities for lil' guys like M.
Sunday, August 1, 2010
Ahhhh Sundays
I've been meaning to share this and since it was started August 1, 2010, I'd better get busy before August 1, 2011 rolls around.
Sunday mornings.
The day to be excited to go and worship in the House of the Lord.
The day you look forward to all week.
The day you envision everything going smoothly, happy faces, and fun times.
The day that never seems to go the way you would like.
Yes, we had one of those Sundays last week.
It was a morning that the alarm went off and we chose to hit the snooze, only to be startled when you look at the clock and realize you "over-snoozed." A morning that I stayed up late to make "lunch" to bring to church. (sliced cheese, crackers, and caramel pull-aparts) The rolls were put in the oven a bit late, but no need to worry. It would give me just enough time to get a shower, pull together M's clothes, and try to get the stuff in the car before bringing the sleeping giant to the car. It was all going to work just fine.
Needless to say, it didn't happen that way....
By the time all was in the car, we had been at each other (and their are only 3 of us...I can only imagine what it will be like when we add more to our family----and no, I'm not indicating others are on the way....yet).
Thankfully "God's grace is sufficient" and on that Sunday Morning...and many Sundays like it. I am reminded on the way to church the majesty of God's creation, at church the beauty of people coming together, and during worship the refreshment and encouragement reading God's Word, praying, and praising is to the soul.
Thank you for Sunday mornings.
Tuesday, July 27, 2010
Silver Beach in July...Quick trip to Northeastern MN part 1
On our quick trip to Northeastern MN we stayed the night at Silver Beach (Covenant Pines).
It was beautiful!
We stayed in one of the cabins. Ahhhhh....the memories!
We were even able to take in one of my favorite Silver Beach Sunsets.
The boys by the cabin.
M wanted to go in the boat. We actually did go in the canoe. The rowboat had a bit of water in it.
Fun teeter-totter times.
M was convinced he wanted the chair in the water. So that's where it went.
If only we had a few more days to hang out at Silver Beach. No worries however, we'll be back. M spent most of his waking moments in the water. He wanted to be in the water the moment he woke up til the moment he went to sleep. He even went from the water to the campfire.Softball Tourneys
Steve loves playing ball and played in a softball tournament on what could have been the hottest day in Fargo, ND! We were slathered in sunscreen and did not win the "die hard fan" award as we came late and visited DQ during the games.
The genius who placed DQ right across the street from the ball park should be commended.
M wanted to be in the dug-out most of the time.
If he wasn't in the dugout, he was running around the bases. He's a speedster.
He doesn't have the concept of actually touching the bases...he just likes to sprint around them. He just likes to sprint!
A popular photo spot...the couch!
So we've been blessed by fun visitors this summer. Angela came and spent a night. She was a good sport and ended up braving the heat with us to watch Steve play ball in Fargo.
Annalise's cousin Michelle came back for a visit. M had lots of fun with these two!
And yes, our dear friend Annalise before she set out for her next life adventure. Seattle you are gaining a beautiful young lady for which we are so grateful.
Thank you Annalise for loving & caring so much for M.
Thank you for loving & caring so much for us.
Words cannot express how much you mean to us.
We love you, pray for you, and know God has great things in store for you.
Tuesday, July 20, 2010
MN Science Museum
In our quick trip to Mpls...we also visited the Science Museum so Steve & Grandpa could see the Dead Sea Scrolls. M's favorite part of the Musuem quite possibly was the "treat" he ate with "Ms" on the top.
Showing Daddy the sites.
Monday, July 19, 2010
MN Zoo
At the end of June we visited the MN Zoo with some good friends. The Hot Spot at the zoo for the boys was the Farm area. M & Daddy had a good time on the tractor.
M was combing the goat...until the goat got too close...M wasn't too thrilled at that point.
Our friend who was hiding in the next group photo. I think she may have just wanted her own photo shoot! :)
It was a hot day at the zoo...but oh so fun to see our friends the Nelsons'. We love you, miss you, & pray for you often.
Thursday, July 15, 2010
Posts
A dear friend of mine told me that she reads this every morning. At that point a wave of guilt flooded over me thinking of the days, weeks, months that have gone by and there has been nothing posted. I didn't realize it was watched so closely. Thank you Jesus that we have friends that are interested in our lives!
So...I will try to do a better job of journaling along the way...I know we will be able to look back and appreciate it someday. Pictures may not always arrive...but at least some stories will. And, ways that you can continue to pray for us...as we have discovered we so need it!
Today, after work, after the car gets worked on (ugh?!), we have a mini vacation planned. We're headed to the farm (north of Duluth where my mom grew up). On the way we plan to stop at Covenant Pines/Silver Beach where I worked for many years and spend the night. (kind of helps to break up the trip...driving across MN on a two-lane can take quite a bit of time) Then we'll go the rest of the way tomorrow. Meet up with Grandma, Grandpa, & Uncle Johnny. Possibly head north of their to visit relatives, then hang out. Saturday we'll go to Duluth so M & Grandpa can go to the Depot & we can take in Canal Park. Ahhhhh...such great memories there. After that we'll head back as Steve is preaching on Sunday morning. He's been serving a small country church this summer. On Sundays M tells him, "You're Pastor Steve." (always good to be reminded of by a 3 year old!)
So...that's the plan...thanks for your prayers in advance. I'm sure we'll have stories to tell.
So...I will try to do a better job of journaling along the way...I know we will be able to look back and appreciate it someday. Pictures may not always arrive...but at least some stories will. And, ways that you can continue to pray for us...as we have discovered we so need it!
Today, after work, after the car gets worked on (ugh?!), we have a mini vacation planned. We're headed to the farm (north of Duluth where my mom grew up). On the way we plan to stop at Covenant Pines/Silver Beach where I worked for many years and spend the night. (kind of helps to break up the trip...driving across MN on a two-lane can take quite a bit of time) Then we'll go the rest of the way tomorrow. Meet up with Grandma, Grandpa, & Uncle Johnny. Possibly head north of their to visit relatives, then hang out. Saturday we'll go to Duluth so M & Grandpa can go to the Depot & we can take in Canal Park. Ahhhhh...such great memories there. After that we'll head back as Steve is preaching on Sunday morning. He's been serving a small country church this summer. On Sundays M tells him, "You're Pastor Steve." (always good to be reminded of by a 3 year old!)
So...that's the plan...thanks for your prayers in advance. I'm sure we'll have stories to tell.
Tuesday, July 13, 2010
VBS & Fergus Parade
Planet Zoom was the theme & as you can tell M like the Zoom part!!!
Here's the final program...he's behind some kids on the left side so good luck picking him out.
VBS was a new adventure for this lil' boy. It took a while to get him in the door...I think the entrance the first day for this new 3 year old was a bit overwhelming. He didn't know what to think with all the activity, bustle, and people. So...each day was a new trick to try to get him to "BS" as he started calling it. (he would leave out the V in saying it). After huge crocodile tears we got him there and he did like it. We still have yet to pick up the cd...but I think we'll get it this week...we have a few road trips coming up that it will come in handy to pass away the time.
This was at the Fergus Summerfest Parade. He scored TONS o Candy. He particularly liked the lolli-pop that turned his lips blue (and everything around him!)Thursday, July 8, 2010
Target Field!
Yes, Here it is...Target Field. We have made our pilgrimage to the new Stadium. I think it was a dream come true for Steve! Of course after hearing the tv announcers (Dick & Bert) go on and on about the stadium it was actually fun to get there ourselves.
We took the train from the northern suburbs. (I think that was M's favorite part!)
As you can tell by the look on his face when he saw the train coming to the station.
We took some dear friends with us to the game.
And yes, it is a pretty great field with a great view of the city. M was more interested in watching the trains than the game however.
We probably won't be back to Target Field again this summer...but we'll be back!Friday, June 11, 2010
Birthday Boy!!
How fun...Micah is 3!!!
He's tryin' out his chair!
Daddy & Micah hangin' out...Micah watchin' Model Trains on YouTube and Daddy wishing they were looking at AutoTrader or Cars.com
Last time for this suit...kinda looks like it's a suit with capri bottoms! He's getting to be a tall boy...hmmmm...wonder who he takes after in that department??!
Micah's "teacher"...we love her...and it's obvious Micah did too! Even on Summer vacation he still talks about her daily.
And...the big boy turns 3!!! Yes, he had a fun Memorial Weekend of Celebration. More photos to come....someday!
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