We had a grand trip to Des Moines to visit the Houghtons. We filled each day with "just right" activities with our grand girls--Sara and Lori. Here they are with a couple of their creations. Sara had an extended assignment for 3rd grade and she created an amazing Statue of Liberty--we were wowed! Lori had been working on a model of the London Bridge--so she and Grandpa Strode decided to complete the project. The weather was very decent in Des Moines so we were able to be outside quite a bit. We played with Maisey and walked her several times. It was even warm enough for the girls to run through the sprinkler in the back yard! We are so blessed to have such a wonderful family and we are grateful that they continue to share their lives with us!