Children

      Children are the most amazing creations. I do have one complaint, however...they grow up way too fast and then before you know it they are out in the world starting their own adventure. And the only thing that you can do is hope that you have taught them enough and given them enough of the character building experiences that they will need to be strong and successful in all that they do. Just the other day, Nate and I were the only ones home and while we were in the kitchen he said, "It sure would suck if it was just us two in the family!" That's for sure! I love the busy, noisy life we have with all of us in the house.   

Freedom is such an integral part of our daily lives that we sometimes take it for granted. I am so grateful that God saw fit so many years ago to inspire our founding fathers to compose the Constitution of the United States. We have the freedom to do so many things. Kelly was able to go out on a hiking adventure the other day with good friends--one of whom escaped from the communist rule years ago to come to America. I was born in the Land of the Free and Home of the Brave and what am I doing to ensure that the freedoms we enjoy are there for future generations? We went to vote at the primary elections a couple of weeks ago. Even though it was only one vote, it was such a good feeling to know that I made a difference. We are teaching our children to be good, independent and trustworthy as they grow up. May we all do our part to ensure the freedoms we enjoy today will be here for future generations.