Update

So I really haven't taken any pics since Sam's b-day. Nothing extraordinary has happened and if it has I forgot my camera! We have been trucking along with life and to be honest I needed a change or I was going to continue to go crazy. I have taken the kids out of their extra curricular activities for a few months so we aren't driving all over and we can actually let the kids be kids and we can also be a family. I am so burnt out and Doug was way burnt out!
On the upside to that, we have actually had time for FHE and that is a huge blessing. Evenings are a bit happier because we are not rushed to get things done. Joe has been able to restart the training of his dogs since it is lighter later, so he is enjoying that. The kids stay out and play until 8 almost every night and I enjoy that!
I did receive some wonderful news from family. My little brother, Bobby, is reporting to the MTC in July and will serve his mission in the Buenos Aires, Argentina Mission. I was so touched to hear him read his mission call over the phone when he received it. It was wonderful to share in that experience with him. Two of my sisters will be getting married this summer and so my prayers of them finding love were answered. They will both be getting married back home so my search for an airlines job is on! Maybe we'll have to switch our yearly visit to July-Aug instead of Nov.? Joe's little sister will be moving in with us in a few weeks and so we are definitely excited to have family with us. Anyone with brothers who have already served missions are welcome to come over and hang out!!
So I guess that's about it. OH!!!!!!!! How could I forget! Douglas is turning 8 on May 4th and he will be getting baptized on May 31st. Our FHE will focus on baptism until then so we can prepare as much as possible.
I hope all is well with everyone. We love y'all so much and thank you for the continued prayers and encouragement!