This is going to be read at my Grandfather’s memorial service this coming weekend.   

As I think of what I’m going to tell my children, Benjamin and Rebecca about my Grandpa Hanson, the three main things (more…)

This is my 5th Mother’s Day and as I’ve been reflecting on being a mom to the two blessings that God has given me, I am amazed at how wonderful it is.  

Tonight at dinner, a special dinner Walter prepared,  the kids ran around the house (having ate earlier) and it was just the two of us.  Walter had cooked wonderful Tri-tip and made a great salad, he lit a candle and dimmed the lights to the dining room.  It was a great oasis in the middle of life.   Walter asked me a question:  What are the top three highlights of being a mom so far?  

My answers are:   (more…)

Becca just learned how to give butterfly kisses, I think it’s just a girl thing because Ben at almost 5 still doesn’t “get” what one is, even Walter is not sure on the whole thing, but my Becca – she knows what they are all about.     The other morning she woke up 5:00 in the morning (more…)