2017...Reflections...

I am sad I did not keep up with my blogging over 2017. It is a sort of scrapbook online for me since I don't get time for that these days.
There is one word that keeps coming to mind when I think of this past year...BLESSED.
As I sit and reflect over all that we were able to do I am truly humbled and grateful to God for every moment.
So here it goes, a highlight reel with a few glimpses at my most favorite moments.

This girl, I cannot believe she is double digits now!!! We celebrated on the ice with friends.

These girls, what can I say? I am humbled that God has put them in my life. They bless my socks off in so many ways!!!

I love flowers. These are from my husband, that means they are extra special.

Jaron, you make us laugh so much! You are growing up and getting more fun each day.

Our garage is getting a makeover. So excited the kids get their own play space!

It has snowed so much this winter. Our kids have enjoyed it.

These people are dear to our hearts. They came and had dinner with us.

Spring time means baby ducks!

This dear lady, her smile lights up a room! She is a prayer warrior and I am blessed to have her as my mother in law. We spent mother's day with her.

80's themed party for a friend. So fun!

How is she 6 already??? We love her! Sweet, sassy and all!

Fishing with dad.

Jay took the kids to an air show in Spokane, WA.

Our camping adventure to the redwoods in California. These amazing trees awed us with their grandeur.   

brothers...time playing together...having fun. Their sun kissed hair and skin soaking up the last of warm days.

This guy, he is giving. Spending time with others, pouring into their lives even if its just a bike ride up Beezly hill.

Jay and I had the amazing opportunity to go to Brazil. This place has part of my heart.

Time with friends at the beach, watching sunsets, soaking in the warm weather.

Memories that will last a life time. So BLESSED to go on this trip.

Amazing food...

At the mall their was a bathroom with little toilets for kids. One more reminder of why I love Brazil. Family and community are important.

Because the little things matter. Time around this fire pit as the nights are getting chilly.

Marriage retreat. Time well spent. Soaking up time with friends in this beautiful place.

Getting  our tree in Leavenworth.

Decorating our tree. This time of year is so magical.

A fun visit from our cousins.

It snowed on Christmas in Seattle!

Snuggling with cousins while we hear the Christmas story.