Puppies and Kids

Hello all. I have been so bad at updating this, it seems the same old story these days. We did have some much needed excitement last week. Lilly gave birth to 8 healthy puppies. They are all doing really well and she is a fantastic mom. She had 5 boys and 3 girls. We are excited for them to open their eyes and starting walking a bit. The kids have really enjoyed the process and have been good with them, Cody is anxious to put one down the slide in the kiddie pool they call home, but that will have to wait.

I think spring has sprung in Elko, and we are taking advantage of it. We have done some hiking and lots of playing outside.

Shawn is still job hunting, and as I type this I realize what truth there is in the word hunting right now. It is a tedious process and people just dont appear to be in a hurry to hire. It is discouraging I know. I have started subbing. I was terrified but it was fun. I did one day in first grade and last Friday in Kindergarten. The schools here in Elko are traditional so school ends next week. On to the unknown plan B for me then.

Kylie is playing soccer and loves it. She scored 2 goals last week and after she scored, she turned around smiled at her dad and gave him a big thumbs up!!! Kylie also got a hair cut (need I mention the second in her 5 years of life) I am proud to say that this one wasn't self inflicted though. She is in the "I hate my hair in a pony" phase and has been asking for a cut. She really wanted to wait until we went to Reno so Kate (my hair girl) could cut it but I convinced her to do it here. I will try to include a pic if not I will do it soon.

Cody is great. He is a little tank and catching his sister in weight and shoe size everyday. Its crazy. He talks all the time and in complete sentences, to think a year ago we were worried he would ever talk.

Enjoy the pictures, and enjoy spring. I ask you all to lift our family in your prayers, pray for work for Shawn and Gods guidance in the choices we face. He has been so steadfast and provided for our every need for the past 4 months, we have so many stories of GOds perfect timing.