Snow Again

Last week the forcast called for a few furries. This is what we got!






Yup..looks like a few flurries! :)

More Birthday Parties

Sunday we celebrated John and Macey's birthdays. The food was yummy, the cake delicious and of course everyone's rendition of singing "Happy Birthday" was just lovely! :)

Macey and her ice cream cake

John with his cake he decorated with M&M' s and jelly beans

Blow!

The girls playing around! :)

Macey and Mark. Aren't they just so cute together?!

Happy 6th Birthday John!

Six things about John:

1. Youngest of six

2. Has gone through two major operations recently

3.Loves to help cook

4. Favorite color is blue and favorite food is chicken nuggets

5. Often see him play cowboys and ride his bike outside

6. Wears a joyful smile

The Sound of Music play

Yesterday evening, Jennifer, Amy, and I (Susan) were able to go with friends to a "Sound of Music" play for a friend's birthday. It was held at Toby's Dinner Theatre in Columbia, Maryland. The play was excellent and was based on one of our favorite stories. We had a wonderful time! On the way home, we listened to the von Trapp Children's new A Cappella CD. I thought some of you would enjoy this short clip of them a couple years ago, on YouTube- since we are in the Sound of Music mood! :)

Maryland Primary - Go Vote!

On October 12th, 1816, John Jay said, "Providence has given to our people the choice of their rulers, and it is the duty, as well as the privilege and interest of our Christian nation to select and prefer Christians for their rulers." ~1st Chief Justice of the the United States Supreme Court appointed by George Washington - Governor of New York state-

Yard Work

This past week the weather was beautiful. One day it made it to 70 degrees! We were able to spend some time doing yard work.

Picking up sticks

A Sign of Spring

Enjoying the sun

After work there is time for a little basketball.

It was a perfect day to play cowboys also.

Happy trails and may the good Lord take a likin' to you!!

Happy 19th Birthday, Jennifer!

Ten Things About Jennifer

1. Second born

2. The family's chief organizer and Mom's right hand

3. Is a cowgirl at heart

4. Collects Teddy bears, Americana and patriotic things

5. Plays piano, violin, cornet and harp and loves classical, patriotic and Scottish/ Irish music

6. Enjoys reading World War 2 and Southern CS History

7. Likes painting by number, with her favorite color being green

8. Favorite foods are chicken and dumplings, cookie dough ice cream, and she makes the best artichoke dip

9. Loves the outdoors and working in the garden

10. She is an example to the believers, in word, in conversation, in charity, in spirit, in faith and in purity. (1 Timothy 4:12)

The Twins

Jen and Amy are 11 months apart, so every year they spend a couple weeks being twins!

Guess Who Has Braces

Birthday Party

We celebrated Amy's 18th, Nelly's 17th and James's 10th birthdays at our house this past Sunday.

Nelly with her cake and candles

Serving the desserts to some eager people :)

Little Mark enjoys his time with Grandmom...

...then smiles for the camera!

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