Blessings in May

May was such a full and exciting month around here - birthdays, anniversary's, changes. So many things going on every day. Our family definitely does live life to the fullest! We were so blessed this month, on top of everything else, to have visits from two wonderful, awesome, terrific, can't imagine my life without, friends! First, Tammy, Bryan and Sarah came to town for a short visit. We had a wonderful time together catching up, sharing testimonies of things God is doing, laughing and hanging out. They never cease to amaze and inspire me with things God is doing in and through them. They even came to KC for old times sake!

Bryan, Mark, Tammy and me:


MaKenna, Caleb, Holly and Sarah:


Then, the very next week, Kimi, Garrett, Micaylah and Austin came to town. Even though it rained most of the time they were here, we still let the kids get together and swim - blue lips and all! They had a blast in spite of the rain.



I am so thankful that our children are growing up together even though many miles have always separated them. They just pick up right where they left off the last time they got to be together - and isn't that what true friendship is? They are learning that at a young age and I know that it will bless them their whole life. Holly and MaKenna even play Barbies with Micaylah for old times sake!

Kimi and I were able to be together during homeschool convention and for my birthday! I am so blessed!



The time is always too short when you are with good friends. However, I am so thankful for any time to get to be with them. I feel blessed to know people that it is so hard to say goodbye to. An old saying says it best:

"Some people come into our lives,
leave footprints on our hearts,
and we are never the same."