According to the calendar, the first day of spring was just last week. Surprised? Us too.
Unfortunately, this is what spring looks like for us.
Despite the fact that we are FINALLY out of the single digits this week, some of us are still a little sad....
Aside from the snowy surroundings, the kids school spring program was eye opening in more than one way. At the end of the program there was a portion titled "Cardboard Testimonials", each child had written on one side a problem, concern or event that was meaningful to them, with the other side showing how God had answered their prayer. It is amazing to see the world through your children's eyes and to notice what has impacted them. Recently our nephew was sick with a lung infection and had to be hospitalized. We had discussed this with the girls, they had prayed, and since then he has fully recovered.
Then Linnea walked up onto the stage:
....and we realized how impactful Alden in the hospital had been. One of the hardest things about living in the Midwest is the distance from family. Having Linnea up on stage remembering a cousin she has only met once, affirmed that while we're far away from family, they are close to our hearts and we are where we are supposed to be.
Of course, both girls were involved in the singing as well
Despite the snow and ice, since Spring Shows are happening, spring has invaded our home as well.
We are clinging to the hope and promise that spring is indeed on its way.
Enjoy your spring days -hopefully our next photos will include grass!
