Here is another long-awaited update for you all far away! Sorry it's been so long... we keep thinking things will slow down some, but they keep pulling us along just as fast as we can keep up! We've had a great start to spring and got back last week from a visit to Nebraska to see Aunt Karrie, Uncle Chad and Cousin Madison. We had a blast and can't wait to see everyone again... and have another cribbage war. We're in the last few weeks of preparation before the annual Cowboy Carnival, Natalie is finishing up her last year of preschool, Kyle has been working 15-day rotations up in North Dakota, and we're branding calves tomorrow! We just wouldn't know what to do with ourselves if we weren't busy, but we are happy and healthy and constantly reminded how blessed we are.

Dying Easter eggs... we spent our first Easter in Nebraska. The kids had a lot of fun dying eggs.



And even more fun destroying them! Karrie and I ran down the street to the store for about 15 minutes, leaving the daddies in charge. We came home to find every egg smashed! Our kids have never dyed eggs before, just done the plastic ones at church (yes, strike number one against being the "perfect mother"). They didn't understand they were for eating and started searching for treasures inside! Madison did not participate, but watched quietly from the sidelines. Hee hee hee. The next batch stayed in tact for Easter.

Natalie and Madison absolutely adore each other! They are best buddies.

I love this picture! Could I have been blessed with two cuter kids?

Family photo



Beckett showing off his new golf clubs from the Easter Bunny.

On the way home we visited a state park known for its natural bridge, first discovered by explorers. It was fascinating and a nice little hike to the top.


Playing in trees is still one of Nattie's favorite things to do...


Well, that's the last few months in a nutshell. We miss and love you all very much!