Take me a ride in your big green tractor

This song is so my Wayne....
This is him doin' what he loves to do....

Happy Birthday to my dear Brooklyn Elise. You've brightened my world. Love you to the moon and back. Your smile is contagious and your energy is endless!!

Then.....

First one....

Third one.... second one was on the computer that crashed :0(

Fourth one.... How time flies!

The last two weeks have been a reminder of the fragility of life, uncertainty of tomorrow, and the blessings beyond number that I take for granted. When my heart breaks and there are no words to say as has been the case - God is our refuge. This song has been going over and over in my mind. Hope it helps you wherever you are.

I really love the Chicken Dance but enough is enough. Almost four months! We live. We are well and alive. So much....so, little time. I find myself sitting here at my mom's with a second or two waiting for my girls and wanted to say - "hey". Well, during the past several months we "danced" right out of our house into a little farmhouse on 22 acres - a little more out into the country. We had bought it with the intention of farming it and renting the house out, but little did we know.... We sold our house and moved ourselves right into that little house - all 1200 sq. ft. of it! It has been an adventure to say the least or if you ask Brookie she would tell you - trial and tribulation more like it. No three year old wants to be told she doesn't have room for all her toys and when it came down to it she just didn't like the house. Her being the littlest one you would think it would matter the least to her - but maybe she just has the strongest opinion.
I wish I had more time, but I only have a moment and wanted to share what has been happening. The other weird thing is besides just being busy I have had the strongest dislike for getting on the computer over the past several months. I feel it is dissipating and feel the urge to write and communicate once again - shoo, glad that is over.
I have pics I'll try and post soon. Meanwhile, everyone have a great 4th of July. Go wear your colors with pride.

Lately...

Lauryn had an art project chosen to be on display at a Young Masters exhibit. It was quite an honor she was told as only a few were chosen from her class and would be included with the public and parochial schools. Her piece that was chosen was a watercolor - Zig Zags. Way to go Laurynardo!

Outside the historical home where the exhibit was held. Beautiful.

Several weekends ago we took a quick trip to Amish Country in Holmes county, Ohio. Sunday afternoon saw these Amish youngsters taking a chilly stroll up the lane. I, again, was in motion from the truck.

A deer farm. Odd looking deer.

One of the fun things to do in Amish country -- eat! Great food and friends at Amish Door.

This week Lauryn went into business. She has begged her dad since last year for some chickens. This week we made the plunge and purchased 10 chickens for her. They are hers and she keeps track of the profit - eggs and sales, along with the care. You can place orders now with Lauryn's Layers :o). Here she is with her first dozen. For details contact Lauryn. We probably have Mike and Kim to thank for this - Lauryn gathered eggs at their house when we stayed with them. Actually, I have found them intriguing and I love having the eggs.

Here's for LJL and Dudley. The beloved, rescued Comedy Barn Dogs performing.

If you ever pass through Pigeon Forge, Tn. check out the family friendly Comedy Barn.

Here is the routine that Steve participated in - I know this has been circulated around, but it does give you a good laugh.

This is the ventriloquist that is truly amazing. He did an act with a pelican that was great.

This is he with Willy Nelson and Julio Iglesias. LOL

It is hard to believe that a short six hour drive took us to this -

Glorious it was... Warm, sunny, therapeutic to say the least.

This was our attire ~

Notice no hats, scarves or mittens!

But this is what we went through to get to that haven.

Poor Blue Grass was Ice Mountain!

Look at those trees bowing.

My attempt at taking a picture of a ..... barn. Missed it!

And, then, it was gone. And in it's place -- green!

Steve, I'm so sorry. You were a good sport about it! Our entertainment for Holidays to come.

The girls taking to the stage at The Comedy Barn.

What a fun, fast trip! Now back to Ohio and school and work....and cold!