Lynette’s father, Bill, passed away on June 29th after experiencing complications from his surgery in early June. We traveled to Houston last week to remember his life. It was a meaningful and precious time with family.

he was fond of teddy bears

Lynette and her mother

many memories

David, Lynette, Susan, Grandma, and Jackie (all the siblings)

Kassie, David and Lynette looking at each other’s notes

the grandkids – Jennifer, Josh, Jaimee and Kassie

sons-in-law – John and Steve

back at the house

Grandmother

the grave

we will miss our father/granddad, and are grateful for the joy and love he brought to us.
Yea, though I walk through the the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil; for Thou art with me… Only goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life; and I will dwell in the house of the Lord forever. ~Psalm 23

In June, Jennifer and Jaimee took a special trip to visit dear friends in Colorado. This post will be looong, but full of pics from a blessed and happy trip!

our first evening with Schmidt #1 and #2 families

Joelle’s parents took us on a drive up to Rocky Mountain National Park

beautiful mountains!

view from across one of the lakes

Joelle, Jaimee and Jennifer

the results of what had once been a dam. Even God can take something terrible and turn it into a thing of great beauty.

treated to dinner with Joelle and her family… The Rustic Oven in downtown Fort Collins. It was good!

Joelle and Jaimee in the floral shop where Bethany works

Bethany showing us the gorgeous wedding bouquets she was working on

Will took Jennifer to his play house where he was hunting for bears

the cowboy and his new friend

Meagan, Joelle and Bethany treated us to a delightful tea!

we had so much fun dressing up!

Joelle and Bethany (sisters)

Meagan and Jennifer – having way too much fun

Jaimee and Sophie

sweet Madeline

girlfriends… and Meagan’s wonderful children!

We enjoyed visiting Meagan’s mother – here she is greeting us at the door

she made us one of her specialties – chocolate sodas!

mmm… can life get any better?!

Will with his Uncle Nathan

how ‘bout a smile Will?

cute!

the twins, Madeline and Sophie

all the girls again – friendships are such a special blessing from the Lord!

with Andrew and Meagan and family

Thank you to both Schmidt families for a memorable trip! We thank our God upon every remembrance of you!

“The righteous man walks in his integrity; his children are blessed after him.” – Proverbs 20:7

our very own Dad – we thank God for you!

we had a wonderful lunch together, topped off with an apple pie made by Jennifer and Jaimee

look at all those apples!
We made a “healthy” pie shell, but here is the recipe for the filling (we added fresh lemon zest to the recipe)

a new travel cup

How blessed are the children
Who in their fathers see
The tender Father-love of God,
And find their way to Thee -Johnson

On Saturday, we were blessed to have the help of a friend as we began the process of laying down floors. After living on concrete for nearly 14 years, this is a very exciting event in our home!

a before picture of the utility room

and a before picture of the kids’ bath

after pics of the utility room

after pics of the bath

We are grateful for God’s provision and are loving these two rooms!

Tomorrow, June 1st, is Josh’s 28th birthday! Last night we had fun celebrating as a family.

coming into “Lanita’s” aka mom’s mexican restaurant!

the table is set with candles, pretty Mexican flowers (handmade) and napkins folded like candles

opening presents – new watch

a few new shirts

cards

a new Bible

Chocolate Sheet cake – yummy!

foursome ~ Jennifer, Josh, Becky and Jaimee

Happy birthday and God bless you always, Josh!

For those seamstresses who are interested in our black and white skirts, here are the patterns that we used!

Mom- Simplicity 3881
Jennifer- Vogue 7910
Jaimee- Vogue 7735

happy sewing!