County Fair Entries (also won 1st place at the State Fair)2010

Entered these booties that I created the pattern for and made as well as the little hat. I came up with the pattern for these boy booties as well as the girls Mary Janes. I sold them at The Stitching Corner, where I worked.

The Stevenson's will soon be "Finishers"

Here is the front and a few pages of the Stevenson's farewell book. Each missionary wrote a special message to them, thanking them for their service. It was so touching to read them as I put each message on a page. They have made such a difference to all of us in 'The Ohio'!

More pages in the Stevenson's book

Hammy at the Window

We have been putting bird seed on the windowsill for about 2 months now and this is the first time that we have had a squirrel at the window. After I took this picture he got up on his hauches and wanted to know why I "flashy thingy'd him?"

Weekend with Hazel & The Sweetest Sound

On Saturday, Josh and Tricia called from their weekend getaway to tell us that Grandpa & Grammie B. were taking care of Hazel. Hazel is like 12 toddlers rolled into one. They decided that if they were all going to make it through the weekend, they would hire their other granddaughter, Alana to come play with Hazel for the weekend. That is way too funny, and very recourceful!

Last night we were on the phonewith our son, Brandon. When he got home, Audrey was talking up a storm. So he had her get on the phone to say all her words. She said "Grandma" clear as a bell. Can I tell you it just melted my heart. She is such an adorable little sweetheart! I am so thankful for technology!

This Crazy Robin

Here in these 2 pictures you can see that she sits and looks at us because she wants to come in the house to build her nest. She has been at this kitchen window, the big window above the front door and at the back door. Below you can watch the movie of her at the back door, looking inside and then trying to fly in through the glass.

The Crazy Robin Movie

Pincushion Finished

My Valentine Present

2 Majolica Ware Bowls

Valentine's Weekend

We had such a great weekend. I started out by heading to Hebron, Kentucky to speak at the Visiting Teaching workshop. I was supposed to speak last year but we had a terrible blizzard the night before and we were grounded.
I had a terrific time with the sisters there. That is truly the best thing about my calling, I can go all over the place and the sisters are wonderful and welcoming.
After I got home, Greg and I exchanged gifts (he went back to Sur le Table and got 2 majolica ware bowls I admired the last time I was there.) We also went out for Chinese Food for lunch since we did not want to battle the evening crowds. The evening was pretty quiet, so that was nice.
Sunday we were invited by President Jensen to be on the stand when the Milford ward was divided. It is now the Milford Ward and the Little Miami Ward. It was a great blessing to be there and witness the growth of the Lord's kingdom. We also enjoyed visiting with all of our friends. It always amazes us that we are here!