Dog Gone Kayak

It was time for an outing as I finished up my 6 hour a day college class. For Fathers day weekend I wanted to take Steve to do some of his favorite things. We made a very bold attempt to go camping and there was no room at the campground...so we made the most of a day trip. Steve caught his limit of fish...various sizes and 3 different types to put them all back.

Rodney, Baxter and I met up with our tour guides Mr. and Mrs. Mallard. They stayed with us for most of our tour. We also saw 3 storks. There was no barking until it was time to leave and they saw there own kind at the dock.

This was their second trip kayaking, so they new what was going on! The first time they dove in a few times. This time they sat on a favorite blanket and soaked in the scenery as drops of water would fall on them from the paddle. Had it been hotter out I think they may have gone for a dip.

It is nice to be together and hear the sounds of nature all around us.

Ventures' Adventures

Well the boys are back from the adventure. Here are some of the best photos. Enjoy the amazing wonders of creation. They sure did!

Summer begins

Kelly and her baby Dane came for a visit from the great north country...our puppies were very curious to have a baby in our home. He is such a sweet baby. A good little traveler already. We had a surprising moment as we were playing games around the kitchen table and look who decides that the life of a baby works for him too. I had an old binkie in the drawer to trade with him for the babies but he only liked Dane's!

HOT crossed muffins.

For the people who allow me to be a mother.

THANK YOU for the BEST JOB in the WORLD!

Happy Mothers Day

Well those of you who know my Mother she is camera shy.
This picture was a rare opportunity in many ways. I love it!
Here is where Timothie gets her blue eyes. Nana!
Constant. My Mother has always been there for me.
She placed in me a desire to be a Mother too. Important.
I feel her added strength through her faith and prayers on my behalf and those whom she loves.
I have never felt unaccepted although I gave them reason to show it. Accepted.
But even then and mostly through those times I felt a pure love.
I always feel like my Mom believes in me and I still do.
The greatest gift my Mother gives to me is Love.
It is there no matter what, it is free from expectation...it is real.
In the place of expectation is HOPE, and encouragement.
She is an AMAZING WOMAN and example to me!
Thank you Mom for being YOU!
I LOVE YOU TOO!

It all starts here!

Shinning Stars