A Barn of Character!

I love pictures of barns, but not all of them have character. This one does, and it is located at the new Fort Yamhill State Park where Candy and I stopped on our way home from Mom's.

A Brief Encounter

Every Spring we have a very brief opportunity to enjoy these blooming shrubs at the end of our driveway. They are very delicate and only last for a few days. I never have my camera with me at the right time, but it was with me as Candy and I returned from the coast. I was pleased to finally document this beautiful annual event!

Conference

Once again it is General Conference weekend for our church. Working with the young adults means enjoying their company as we all watch the broadcast from Salt Lake. This is evidence of their arrival!






Couldn't get them all in the picture!
One of the young men brought a homemade angelfood cake for everyone to enjoy.











His mom made it for him to bring over, and she also made these beautiful pound cakes!

Afterward, a few of them stayed and played "Apples to Apples."

Spring has finally sprung! I know I'm not the only one enjoying these awakening beauties!

Family Treasures

My sister Candy has been helping Mom rediscover some treasures in her attic. This was an embroidery piece that Mom did about 60 years ago when she and Dad were living in a tent. There were a few leaves that needed to be finished, so Mom recently completed it and I sewed it into a wall-hanging for her. I needed to share this beautiful piece with everyone...I just wish you could see the beautiful details up close!

Kate

I thought I would post some pictures of Kate. She is the youngest of our six children and we can't believe how grown up she is! She has been home from college at BYU-Idaho and will be returning in April. She graduates in July with an Associate Degree and then plans on serving a mission for our church (The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints). She has wanted to do this ever since she was very young, and it will soon be a reality. She has been preparing her papers for the last couple of months, and they will be sent to Church Headquarters in Salt Lake City in May. Soon after that she will receive a letter telling her where she will be serving for a year and a half. It is a special opportunity for growth and we are excited to see her dream come true :-).





















Kate has a goofy side to her. She said, "See if you can catch this Mom!"

Foot Surgery

I know this is a little morbid, but I couldn't resist :-). No, I don't have yellow toes...that's medicine. My sister told me it would be a nice subject for a watercolor, considering all of the beautiful complementary colors!