Happy Birthday Odin (2015 and 2016) ~

Happy Birthday Odin!!

You are our chosen first born, your gentle heart is precious, your love and protection for your younger siblings is beautiful, your desire to learn is inspiring and your love for Jesus is awesome!  You continue to make us so proud ~ we look forward to seeing your continued growth in all areas of your life!  We love you!!

He turns SEVEN!

 Another great cake by his dad

He turns EIGHT!

His Birthday Party!

 Quinn, Odin, Ian and Elijah

 Water Balloon Fight!!

 He saved his dad's creation for his birthday party!

The Warrior Dash ~

Bryce and I have been enjoying our 40's by participating in The Warrior Dash!

July 2015

July 2016

Happy Birthday to Me ~

I turned 42 ~ thankful for children who keep me young, a husband who loves me dearly and a God who takes care of me!

 A trip to Minneopa to see the bison

And lunch with a friend who loves me unconditionally!

Happy Father's Day (2015 and 2016) ~

Happy Father's Day to the best DAD ever!!  Bryce has proven many times over why God chose him to be the dad of these four children.  He is strong, he loves, he leads, he supports us in so many different ways and most importantly, he loves Jesus and displays this as the head of our house!  Thank you for all you do for us!  We love you more than you know!!

2015 - Mankato Air Show

2016 - Minneopa Hike

And relaxing pool side!!

Happy Birthday Declan (2015 and 2016) ~

Happy Birthday Declan!!

Oh, how we love you Mr. Magoo!  You have been such blessing to this family ~ your mommy cuddles are priceless, you adore your older siblings, you keep us on our toes, you light up your dad's heart and we love that you are finding your way in Jesus!  You are a perfect adddition to complete our family!

Declan turns TWO!

 Breakfast at Panera

 This smile definitely shows his personality!

Declan Turns THREE!!