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Spring Has Sprung!

In this neck of the woods, Spring has officially arrived. It has been cooler this year than most recent years, but that has not stopped the buttercups from poking their little heads out and the dang Ornamental Bradford Pears from blooming (they KILL my allergies!!!). I love this time of year when life begins to show itself anew.

Friday night was date night and I spent a little quality time with the husband. It has been so busy at our house since before Christmas, so we took the opportunity of the rare Friday night off and went to eat with some friends at John T's Barbecue in Winchester. If you live in this area, you should give them a try. We love the ribs!

This was a weekend full of activity. Early Saturday morning, the husband and I traveled to Franklin Co. to purchase a couple of heifers to add to the herd.
These young girls are so gentle! I stuck my hand in the trailer and the one on the right rubbed her nose all over my hand. Most cattle would run to the other end of the trailer!


My next activity for Saturday was the Easter Egg hunt with Georgia and Aron and the church kids. I was so thankful that the weather held off and it was such a beautiful day! The kids all had a great time and it was fun watching them all. I tried to get some pictures of Georgia and Aron, and in true fashion, Georgia just looked at me with a scowl. She is definitely her mother's child! (And she lives up to her namesake for those of you who read my first post! Little Georgia is a hoot!!)

Thanks to my buddy Sam for the rabbit ears on the egg :)


Saturday night was a fun night of food and fellowship with some church friends. We ate lots of good soup watched a little basketball, and rocked out with some Rock Band and Just Dance. Thankfully I don't have any photos of that to share!

Resurrection Sunday

Although it was rainy outside, what a glorious day it was! At church we celebrated the resurrection, as we do every Sunday, but this one was special. Not only was it a time when the world stops and does the same, but I got a new brother in Christ this Sunday. A young man that I have watched grow from birth dedicated his life to Christ on Sunday and was baptized. It was a beautiful moment to see that young man come forward and make his confession before us all. And, as if that weren't enough to make you teary eyed, two of his buddies, who I have also known from a very young age, moved to his side to support him and congratulate him on his decision. Needless to say the waterworks were flowing (I'm starting to tear up now as I type this!). I cannot tell you how proud I am of these young men. It makes my heart rejoice and sing to know that these young people have hearts on fire for the Lord. I know that their parents are proud of them, just as we all are. I am also proud of their parents too. Good job.

Sunday was capped off with two meals with family and time spent together, oh, and a little more basketball. The Louisville-Baylor women's game was an exciting one! This weekend was busy, but I am thankful for each and every moment. I hope you all enjoyed your Easter weekend as well.

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