Graduation

It finally happened! Mark graduated from Metro State College on Sunday May 16th. It was a wonderful event filled with friends and family. I didnt expect to be emotional but I was. I dont think I actually cried, which is a HUGE accomplishment for me! But when I saw him walk accross that stage my heart was full of love for my husband. I felt like a proud Mama! And the Mom's were proud, that is for sure! After graduation we had a family BBQ. It was such a nice afternoon. The weather was beautiful and the food delicious! As you will see in the pictures, even the dog had a great time! Marks aunt and uncle from Ohio were here to celebrate with us. Its such a joy when we are with them. After the BBQ was over we had some of the family over to eat and visit. Uncle Mark rented The Graduate. My Mark had never seen it. We thought it was fitting. So after a long day of excitement we rested our heads on our pillows and reflected. The last 11 years have been filled with ups and downs. Doors closing and doors opening. But God has brought us here. To this wonderful point in our marriage. I know God will lead Mark to the perfect job. It wont come without a lot of prayer and maybe a little frustration. But we pray that it will happen quickly and that Mark will enjoy the next phase of his adult life. Thanks to all of our friends and family who have prayed us to this point. I know that the praying wont stop, the message in the prayers will just be different. Enjoy the pictures!



By the way...I just want to send a Happy Anniversary shout out to my sister Hollie and her Hubs Brandon. On May 16th they celebrated their 2 year wedding anniversary. I love you guys soo much!

Hello Spring

I made a liar out of myself on the last post. I said I was back...that was 2 months ago. Hmm, I really should get better at this someday. Anyway, baby update is neccesary. Ethan James Mellema was born on March 12th. He is adorable and is growing so fast. Kolby Matthew Knill was born on April 15th. His older siblings adore him. This month I await the news of the arrival of baby Jett Holman. My cousin Kari is ready to meet this little bundle due on Memorial day. And then comes baby Saige Thomasma to round out the summer. What a fun time it has been and will continue to be with the newest additions to our families.

I was driving home from work yesterday and it FINALLY felt like spring. The grass is green and the trees are starting to bloom. The smell of fresh cut grass lingering in through my window (which, thanks to the beautiful weather was in the down position)made me happy. I love this time of year. Everything is new and fresh. This is our first summer in the house and the kids are out in full force. Also out in full force is the ice cream man who insists on driving by right after I have had my dinner. I find it very coincidental that he come around right as I am craving my after dinner sweets. It's like he knows me. I think he stalks our house. He sees that adorable puppy sitting in the door and drives by extra slow. I want to yell out "Keep it moving sir, there aren't any children in this house"! Oh well, so far I have managed self control. Or could it be that we dont keep cash in the house? Either way, no ice cream truck visit for me. Last week we made a huge purchase and bought me a bike. Mark bought a really nice one when we graduated high school. I have not had a new bike since I was about 12. So it was time. Unfortunately we live in a wind tunnel and have not been able to ride all week. I am out of shape and have not been on a bike in years. The last thing I need is mother nature going against me. I am really looking forward to getting out in the sunny afternoons after work and riding our bikes. Mark thinks we can build something to carry Dutch in so that he can participate. Obviously we live with different dogs. The Dutch I know would have to be belted down. Mark disagrees. Anyway, I will definitely post pictures if the opportunity arises. In the meantime, I will leave you with that visual.