Easter 2013

So much has happened in the last few months, I have not updated our blog. It would be difficult to write about everything, and too hard emotionally right now, so I will just post some pictures and a blurb. Today was Easter Sunday. I am so thankful we have the hope of eternity in the midst of times that seem dark and weary. So thankful for Jesus and his victory over death. We sang an "I Will Rise" choral arrangment this morning. "I hear the voice of many angels sing, Worthy is the Lamb. I hear the cry of every longing heart, Worthy is the Lamb." It really touched both of us.

The children are doing well, and looking forward to several things in the next few months: our California coastal cruise in May, visiting family and friends in June and July during our cross country move, and exploring our new home. Emma started weekly ballet classes this year, and Will does Art Club at school as well as Awanas. We got free last minute tickets to Legoland in February. The kids also enjoyed their time in Colorado with Grandma and Uncle Ian, although it was not in good circumstances. We are still coming to terms with the loss of Grandpa Mike, Jered's dad. Tonight Will said in his prayers, "I am happy about heaven. I still love daddy's dad. When I get to heaven, I will run up to him and hug him." When I also finished praying, thanking God for Jesus and Easter, Will told me, "I have a little bit of tears in my eyes." He said he is thankful for salvation, but sad about Grandpa still. I told him that's ok. We have hope and a promise, but tears are normal and good evidence of his beautiful, sensitive heart. It's good to cry sometimes. That's about all I can write about that right now.

Here's some pictures!