I wish I was a blogger...but I'm a busy doodle mom!

I want to take this opportunity to apologize for the four months between my blog updates. While I am an avid on-line reader, I'm not so much a consistent on-line writer. Sophie keeps me busy but so does being a farmwife, grandma, and friend.

Today was spent gathering groceries at the local butcher and bulk food store. If you've never had the chance to visit an Amish community, I would encourage you to do so. I spent some time with my middle nephew and his son. Tough times have come their way and I hope we are able to do what families do best, support and love our own. We celebrated our oldest son's birthday two weeks ago tomorrow and, tomorrow, we celebrate my youngest son's birthday. I love them both! Next weekend we're hosting the extended family for grandma's birthday. More posts to come. I promise!

Sophie is sitting by me as I write. We hope you have a wonderful weekend and are able to spend time with your dad if at all possible. Mine has been gone far too long. Take time to love those in your life.

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