This is a really great time of year...with temperatures warm but comfortable Brady is all ready to swim. But since we are still waiting for a specific part so we can open the pool, Braden graciously volunteered to test out the sprinklers!
Get ready....get set...
Go !
Freezing cold and proud of himself!
Okay so maybe it's not THAT hot out!
Grandma and Brady soaking in some rays!
Finally warm again!
Taylor , Jordyn and Braden enjoying the swing (atleast Taylor is!). I love BBQ season!
On Sunday we were finally able to bless our Marinny. I say finally because for one reason or another we have been pushing this back for "a better week". We were worried that her beautiful dress from Mimi might not fit anymore! Luckily it did and it was just a beautiful event in general. Marinn was actually calm and happy which is what I was PRAYING for and we had such wonderful family to support us. The only downer was our family that was not able to be there ( Morg and Em and Andrew, Evan, Steve and Danielle/Alexa) especially my parents. All in all, it was a perfect Mother's Day. 
Sean kicking it back with his girl Cristin
Just a few of the people we love! So grateful to share this day with you all!
Well, it finally has come time for our "student" phase of life to end! Kim has received his Masters and I couldn't be more proud of him. Anyone who knows Kim knows that he really dislikes school so it's really time to celebrate! And here is the braggy wife part: He managed to graduate as valedictorian and will be speaking tomorrow at convocation...and has also received the top graduate research award for his thesis(he did not want me writing about this...sorry Kim!). I only wish that he would enjoy this accomplishment- he is too stressed about applying for coaching jobs. This has been a long time coming and while we feel a bit unsure about what the future may hold for us, we are excited to see what's behind the next bend. Our attempt for a family picture failed miserably.... Brady running around and Marinn crying...sadly, that's pretty accurate!
Way to go Kim! I LOVE YOU!
I love Easter. I do. Growing up my Mom always made it really special with intricate riddles to find our chocolate bunny. While my kids aren't quite at the riddle stage yet, they sure looked cute! We had a great day of egg hunting, eating yummy treats, playing games and just being together. The best part about Easter I think is that no matter what is going on in your life ( the good, the bad, the ugly), HOPE SPRINGS ETERNAL. It's something that we all need. I am so grateful for that hope, for that faith in my life.
