What a grand weekend we had in Des Moines...a little rain and wind did not stop us from hugging, laughing, playing games and "doing crafts". This photo was taken at the very nice botanic gardens in Des Moines. We lucked out because the "gardens" had some special activities on the Saturday we visited. There were instruments to play while singing along to favorite songs. There were balloon flowers and a few animals to admire. All in all a perfect afternoon topped off by a tasty lunch at Fudruckers--Sara's choice. We all enjoyed the yummy milkshakes. Thanks to the Houghtons for a wonderful visit. We are always well cared for when we stay at their lovely home!!

In addition to our "work-day" with Habitat for Humanity, Strode and I took an amazing walk around on of the few water venues we have in Denver. Wash Park is a wonderful area with a couple of small man-made lakes with trees, bicycling and walking paths. There are several acres of grass for the volleyball enthusiasts and playgrounds for the small fry. You can see by the photo that it was a lovely day to be out and savor the spring weather. It is good to be alive!!

This was a busy, but productive weekend for the Weavers. The highlight of the weekend was joining the volunteers for Habitat for Humanity for a Saturday work-day. The photo shows part of the work team from our church. Strode, of course, is on the far left in the photo. Joe and Linda Holliman are in the photo as well- the very short and very tall combo:-). There were 10 volunteers from the church who painted all day long. It was a great experience. Judy provided lunch for the 10 volunteers. That was her contribution to the work-day.

We are back from our very fun trip to Seattle this past weekend. In one of these photos you will find my "boys". We had several opportunities to visit with Matt and John--and to do a little neck hugging. We were so glad to get to spend time with them. In the other photo you will see a couple of the Allens, extended Allens/Fishers, and we added Matt's wife Janelle to the mix! This photo was taken at the Fischers' home in Issaquah after Tricia's baby shower. All in all, it was a fabulous trip to the Northwest.

Here we are the second day of spring 2010! There were blizzard like conditions in Denver on Friday, but as you can see, there is very little snow left on a lovely Sunday afternoon. Strode and I took a long leisurely walk around this beautiful lake in City Park. There were people everywhere walk dogs, pushing strollers, jogging and biking. We know that we will have some more "weather" in the next few weeks, but a day like this reminds us that spring will come!! We are seeing buds on trees and a few bulbs are pushing up through the crusty ground. Ah-h-h we do love our sunshine.

Here are the girls from our visit last weekend. If you look very closely you can see the "hole" where Lori has lost her first tooth! It was a great announcement as the grandparents arrived. We had such a special time reading, crafting, visiting the zoo and strolling the mall during our stay. We are so blessed to have such a wonderful family. We thoroughly enjoy making memories together.

Last weekend Strode and I spent a weekend with our favorite grandgirls in DesMoines. Of course, Michelle and John were there too! You can appreciate, I am sure, the artistic work of the 3 artists in this photo. Each of the artists (left to right: Grandpa Ed, Sara and Lori) designed and created their own masks. We spent much of the weekend creating and crafting at the kitchen counter. It was great fun.