Happy 16th Birthday, Jackson!

We spent the week celebrating our baby turning 16!

On Wednesday, we made him his homemade meal—pork schnitzel with cream sauce,  potato pancakes with apple sauce, fries, and fresh-squeezed lemonade.

For dessert, apple strudel with homemade whipped cream.

On Saturday morning—his actual birthday—we surprised him with his favorite donuts.

After breakfast, he had to go to work, and then for dinner, he went with us to a gala for a local pro-life pregnancy center that we support.

Then today after church, we went to his restaurant choice—a Brazilian steakhouse!  He was so happy!

He may be 16–and taller than both of us!—but he will always be our baby!

 

Happy Father’s Day!

Celebrated our favorite guy today!  He is the most amazing Dad, a selfless provider, and the kids' favorite!  I am so grateful for the way he leads our family, and I am truly blessed to have raised our babies over the past 23 years with him!

Happy Father's Day, Papa Bear!  We love you so!

Sarah Found Her Dress!

15 years ago, as Sarah and I were picking up our bridesmaid dresses for Bryan's sister's wedding, she said, "Mommy, take a picture of me with this wedding dress!  This is the dress I want when I get married!"  Yesterday, she picked out her wedding dress!

Sarah with 3 of her 4 bridesmaids, (1 is out of state currently), her future mother-in-law, and her proud Mama!  We were all so thrilled to be part of her special day, and we can't wait to continue to celebrate her!

Jack Goes to Camp

On Saturday, we picked Jack up from Pinecove.  As always, he had a great time!

This is my new favorite picture of him!

His counselor praised him for leading the Bible discussions, being the first to help, calling him "sir" even though he's only 3 years older than Jack, and being bold in his faith.  We are so proud of him and so grateful for his heart for the Lord.

Jackson loved his counselor.

We missed him so much, and we're so glad he's home!