Happy Mother's Day!

Happy Mother's Day to all of my mom friends!

My wonderful family has been very good to me today! I received two great gifts. First, a new camera! That was from hubby. :-) The older kids went in together and got me a Starbucks gift card. Perfect timing as I just used the last of the cards I got for Christmas last week.

They also took me out for a nice Mexican lunch and a trip to Barnes and Noble. I had a $20 gift card. I used that and some of my monthly mad money to buy a book on Zion and Bryce Canyon National Parks and a couple of magazines.

Here are a couple of Mother's Day pictures taken with my new camera!





Thank you for giving me a great day, family!

A Walking Billboard...

Well, I think this says it all...:-)

Train watching...

Much to the chagrin of some members of my family, I suggested a trip to our local train station this afternoon. I read online that there was a Railroad Days event this weekend. As we pulled out of the driveway, hubby reminded me that the family likes to act out its regular Sunday afternoon routine which consists of lots of quiet and naps. This is why my idea was not met with much excitement.

I conceded that, if we got there and everyone hated it, we could go back home. It's only a 10 minute drive, after all. We all knew that On the Loose would love it as he is a train fanatic. This event did not disappoint!

There were several large tents set up with model trains run by local clubs. They really were fascinating and fun to watch. The baby really did love the whole experience including a tour of a caboose and sleeping car.

Here are some photos:









I think, all in all, eveyone would have to agree that it was worth the trip. We even had ice-cream. For On the Loose...trains and ice-cream? Truly a little piece of heaven on Sunday!

Thankful Thursday...

It's Thursday again and I am thankful! Footloose reads every one of my blog posts and has approached me on Thursdays jokingly saying, "Aren't you thankful for me?" Well, my little girl, yes I am and you are the focus of my Thankful Thursday post this week! :)

You truly are my sunshine! You bring joy into my life every single day. The Lord was so gracious to trust me to be your mom. You make me laugh with your wit and I love spending every day with you.

I am so thankful for your helpfulness. You are always willing to lend a hand to anyone who needs it...mostly me! Your care of your little brother and your assistance with the household chores are invaluable to me.

Our church is a better place because you worship and serve there.

My life has been enriched beyond what I can even express because you are in it. I so look forward to sharing so much more of life with you. As you become a young woman, I am so thankful to watch you grow in spirit and in truth.

I love you my little Footloose and I am thankful for you today and always. :)

Love,
Mom