Lake Chelan 2009

What a wonderful weekend to go camping. We had so much fun last weekend on our camping trip. The kids were so excited they couldn't be contained. We left early Friday morning but you would think we were leaving on Wednesday because for the two days before we left it was like we were leaving any moment. Very cute. Greg had no problems getting the camper set up. Unfortunately, it didn't take long to figure out that we have some kind of electrical problem that is overriding everything and shorting out. Then it cools down or something because it will come back on. Then it goes back out after a short bit. It was wierd. So it looks like we'll be driving out to Maple Valley to visit Big Jim soon.

Having no heat sucked but thanks to our genious in bringing a ton of blankets and our new cushy sleeping bags we did alright. Matt and Denise said we could come in their pop up if it got to cold......yeah right. That's a whole lot of Earnhardts in one pop up camper!!

There was a lot of playing at the park, running, beach walks, games, and campfires. Greg is a certifiable pyromaniac! Good thing the trees hadn't quite bloomed their leaves yet because Greg would have caught them on fire no problem. Good times and great conversation at night. Love that adult time. The cousins had so much fun really getting to hang out with each other. Pictures were happening like crazy till I tripped and broke my camera. Then, not so much.

All in all, what a fantastic trip. We can't wait to head back out for Memorial weekend. We are pretty much caught up on our sleep and all the laundry is finally folded and put away. I hope that we get to share many more memories with many of you before the summer is over.

Happy Easter

What a fantastic Easter. He is risen! He is risen indeed!! The day started off early. I had to get to church and practice my duet for the first two services. Church was amazing today. Then it was back home to get changed (sqeeze in some biology prep for tomorrows exam) and then head off to grandma and grandpa's house. Unfortunately we all changed before I thought to get a pic of us all dressed up.

A beautiful meal was had by all. After some cleaning and a little ping pong the kids were ready for their easter egg hunt. It drizzled a little on us but hey, we live in Washington. It was really fun and over in about 5 minutes. The kids rushed inside and grandma offered money prizes for the kids who got the most eggs. Isabella came away with 4 quarters out of the deal. Not to mention the candy!! Fun times. We had some fun hangin' out and then my late bed time last night (12:30 a.m.) caught up with me and I ended up asleep on the couch for about 45 minutes.

All in all what a glorious day! Praise God from whom all blessings flow.

Precious Time

Over the last week, time has been precious to me. Every moment has been utilized to the best of my abilities accomplishing tasks and learning. I ran across these pics while downloading and remembered that these moments are priceless as well. About a week ago, my kids got to spend some "fun" time with their grandma and great grandma at Dairy Queen enjoying some yummy ice cream treats. It was awesome to sit back and enjoy four generations together at a table enjoying a moment in time. We laughed and ate and there was no real point other than to be together. That same week, we were once again blessed as we got to be a part of Matt's celebration of his birthday. Watching Greg with his brother gives me such joy. I am thankful for every moment God grants Greg, myself and my children, especially time with our families.