Memorial Day Fun

We are so thankful to the friends the Lord has blessed us and our children with over the last 4 years. The Lord has given us many wonderful families to do life with and grow with for seasons in our life and then seems to take many away. Soon, yet another dear, sweet friend will be moving. The Hoberts will be leaving for Madison to plant a church. And although we are so excited for them and confident they are following the Lord's will, we will miss them greatly!! Nate and Amanda have been such a wonderful example to Phillip and I of a marriage that reflects the Lord, and brings Him glory. We are so thankful for all the times we have had, what we have learned from them, and for the friendships our kids have found in each other. I am so thankful to each friendship and family He has brought into our life at just the right times. This Memorial Day we got to celebrate with the Hoberts, Kampmans, and Dickensons. It was bittersweet watching the children find joy in each other's company, but the Lord is good and we trust Him for more godly, sweet friends for our children.

The daddies took the kids creek walking, and climbing while the mommies went to go see Miss Shari and baby Emery. I think Josiah in the lead, then David, Kaelia, Abigail, Grace, and Delaney

What is a picnic without Cheetos and laughter?

Sam enjoying his Cheeto

Checking out the water

Supporting the armed forces in her in red, white, and blue

Giving Grace the photobook I made for her to remember her first 4 years growing up in Iowa CityLooking through the book - see yourself Jamie and Em?

We love you Grace and will miss you!!

These two can often be seen together! We will miss you Sam!

P.S. Thanks honey for all the beautiful photos! You did a great job!