Joshua's Reward for His Determination !!

Joshua spent half of the summer practicing with his bow and arrows. He was determined to get a big buck even though he hadn't gotten drawn for gun hunting.... Nothing was going to stop him!!

He scouted out this big one a few weeks ahead of time and kept stalking him and keeping track of him. He actually lost him for a few days and then found him in a new location, several miles away....  The poor thing was just doomed :(  He shot him at 25 yds. he ran 20 more yards and died!!

Justin helped him get it home that evening and big brother came by to rejoice and admire it with him!!

He was soo happy and thanking the Lord for helping him :)
It will be the biggest one on our wall :) 

Joylin's Bridal Shower

Kaitlyn had a fun shower for Joylin, everything was so neat and organized. We all enjoy her hospitality skills :) 

It was a wintery theme...

Scarves with candles, greenery from our pine trees, and some special tasting pretzels....

Our beautiful bride - to - be :) I didn't get pics of the gifts but most of them were small things or money since she needs to haul it all to Canada.

The Hot Cocoa Bar with all the toppings, cake and ice cream.

She had three different soups brought in, Taco Soup, Sausage and Potato Soup and Wild Rice Soup, accompanied with rolls and salad. It was all delicious!

Mom and the three sisters.

Joylin, Joanna, Julianna, and Lilliana - friends forever :)