Ever since we moved out to the country, it has been our dream to have three cows. We’d name them, “Surely, Goodness and Mercy.” Well, this morning we discovered we had not two, but three calves in our field!! They are only visiting, but it’s fun to see them. The nearby rancher has yet to repair his fence… until then, who knows what we’ll see next?!

...there’s a calf in the field!

Actually, there’s two of them!

they found an obliging field, and decided to take their morning breakfast here. very cute!

Our family was treated to a night at the San Antonio Symphony! Can you imagine… left front center seats, on the eighth row?! what a blessing!

It was a beautiful concert, and we enjoyed being able to watch the musicians up close. The Grieg Piano Concerto was amazing!

on our way home…

This morning we awoke to a gorgeous and chilly day! ice in the fountain

Dad went out to the field to capture this picture… like sun on glass.

we woke up to a gorgeous morning! after this past week’s rain and gloominess, it was wonderful to see blue skies once again!

pictures of the field… full of water

our neighbor’s horses, enjoying the sunshine

coming back from a walk!

our sweet girlfriends came over for Bible study this afternoon. It was a special time as we discussed the importance of hiding God’s Word in our hearts.

Thursday was Mom’s birthday! What a happy day of celebration.

Essie got to join in on the fun!

Dad took Mom out for a special birthday dinner

they braved the temps that night – 34 degrees for the high was quite cold for us!

yum… seafood

opening a very fun gift from Josh and Becky

Peppermint Ice Cream (from Blue Bell!) is Mom’s all-time favorite. This is our third year to make the wondrous Peppermint Ice Cream cake! In case you haven’t tried the recipe yet, you’ll find it here.

girl-time in the kitchen

new cute and wintry pillows Mom made

Happy Birthday to our sweet and Godly mom! We love you and thank the Lord for you.