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So, this past Wed. my brother and sister-in-law came over to bless us with a meal and also a slide show of their honeymoon pictures to London, England and all over Scotland! It was such a surprise when I walked in the door to this: Just warmed my heart to know that they thought of us in such a sweet week! For those who don't know, we will be driving to CA this coming Mon. So, I greatly appreciated this! They also made a WONDERFUL table setting! My brother grilling (first time of the year!!) some delicious chicken! =) My other brother just chatting! And of course, I have to add that I got some new shoes! I rather like them.....but it reminds some people of Fat Albert! =} Our lovely view from the back..... My dad and brother, having their "man" time! Today has been a full day of cleaning house, and getting it ready for our house sitters! aka: James and Jill After that I made some sweet iced tea (the ONLY kind) and gave some to my helpers who cleaned up the kitchen from lun...

Today has been a rather busy day! But, busy is just what I love about this life of mine! =) We've had some mother's at our church have babies, and also one that has been feeling down. When this happens the young ladies of Providence church go out and help them out! Whether it's cleaning, cooking our keeping the kids quiet while they try to rest. So, today I brought Jess out to help one family out! Below is Jess with their oldest son! (they have two children) After I left her at the abode, I went to meet up with my older brother who just got back from his honeymoon to Scotland! He had our camera (which is why there has been a lack of post, mainly because a post is not complete without pictures...right?!?!?) So, after arriving at the SMI building we spent a bit of time browsing through some of his many pictures...and let me tell you, I'm really wanting to go to the highlands even more then before!! After we left there, I was going to take the four younger kids to the par...

My little niece is growing up too fast without me! {insert BIG sniff}

HE IS RISEN, INDEED! "Behold him there! the risen Lamb, my perfect, spotless Righteousness, the great unchangeable I AM, the King of glory and of grace! One with Himself I cannot die, My soul is purchased by His blood; My life is hid with Christ on high, with Christ, my Savior and my God!" Photo Credit: Sierra Candler It seems strange enough to say that a year ago we had one more person in our family photo. But, now that she's married we needed to get a new one for this year! Easter Sunday happens to be one of my favorite Sundays because I can reflect on my life from beginning to end and see the wonderful work God has done in my life and see that I've been in His hands the whole time! Throughout many hard times, my God has been there to guide me through it all, holding my hand all the way. I have been blessed with such a loving God who never fails to bring me just what I need at the right time, letting me know He's in control over all things! =) And to top it ...

Yes, the wedding has come and gone and seems to have passed by so fast without warning! It seems crazy to say that I have a sister-in-law for the FIRST time! I'm truly blessed to be able to call Jill Schroeder McDonald MY sister! I cannot think of great captions, so y'all can come up with some of y'alls own! =) Below is the crew that came to help us out the night of the rehearsal dinner! Thank y'all ubberly much for all the brilliant work! James and Jill looking ever so dashing and beautiful as the wear their special hats for the evening! <3 Great Grandma Betty and Emma Dad giving a little speech during dinner. Mr. Schroeder and Tim, his son, giving their speeches. The sweet tea happened to be gone and the unsweetened looked as though it wasn't touched! Mr. and Mrs. Sanford with two of their wonderful daughters! Mrs. Schroeder, mom, Abby and Papa! The girls missing Emma, Grace and Tiffany. Another group picture with James while he's still single! Great Grandm...