A few Sundays ago it was Mother's Day and I was very spoilt and got breakfast in bed! Fresh flowers from the garden, cup of tea, overnight oats, a 'forget me not' plant from Shantel and lots of artwork from both girls. It was good to reflect on the roll of the mother and the positives influences they have in the family.
We have had our last bible study for the season. On Friday Jaclyn along with the youth went to Maylong Study weekend in Vernon, BC. They arrived safely and we hope they have a good weekend and a safe trip back on Monday.
On Friday afternoon, Steve and myself went for an overnighter to Silver Lake. A good friend offered to take care of the little girls, Jaclyn was away, and Anthea and Stefan stayed home. We had dinner at Steakhouse 9 which was delicious. We then went with the RV to Silver Lake and got there around 7:30pm. We set up (which involved leveling the RV!!) and then went for a walk around the lake and the park. When we got back, we got the fire going and enjoyed a campfire. It was beautiful weather, no wind and not even cold.
We camped in a tenting area so no power or water which was fine because we were self sufficient, but probably not quite designed for 31 ft motorhomes. We were literally camping between the trees. We just fit in!
The next morning, after a delicious breakfast of bacon and eggs, we headed off to the lake for a spot of fishing. We had taken the canoe, and hit the water! We tried different spots and different lures etc but had no success at catching anything. But it was nice just be on the water, even though it got a bit cold towards the end. We got home at around 4. It was wonderful just to be away from everything!
On Wednesday we went to Vancouver and awaited the arrival of Steve's mum! She arrived on schedule and it was wonderful to see her again and in good spirits. She'd had a good sleep on the last leg of the flight and was very excited to see us all and where we lived.
John was at the airport too!
Mother and son!
And the big cuddle all the way overseas from Oma B!
On Friday evening we had a 'welcome' evening with the Houweling relatives!
Enjoying the beautiful long evening!
Within a few days, Mum was already helping Shantel with some needlework!
Mum is relaxing well and adjusting to life here in the USA very well. The children have reacquainted with her and enjoyed all the goodies that came along over the ocean.
We are very thankful for the traveling blessings and the way it's all going. God is good!
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Thanks for the update... always nice to catch up this way. Happy birthday for tomorrow Steve!
ReplyDeletelove Teresa xx