Happy 21st Birthday, Isaac!

Isaac

Happy Birthday, Isaac!  We are so grateful for you!  Your cheerfulness, helpfulness, encouragement, and hard work has been a blessing to us and many other people.  We pray you have a fun, blessed day as we celebrate together.  We love you!

Look what we did for Isaac's Birthday! 

 "And he shall be like a tree planted by the rivers of water, 

that bringeth forth his fruit in his season; 

his leaf also shall not wither; and whatsoever he doeth shall prosper."

(Psalms 1:3) 

Happy Independence Day!

Happy Independence Day!

During this time (and always!) we are so thankful for the freedom God gives us in salvation, and eternally grateful for those who sacrificed their lives so that we might have freedom.

Blessed is the nation whose God is the LORD; 

and the people whom he hath chosen for his own inheritance.

(Psalms 33:12)

Biking on Pinckney Island, South Carolina

A few weeks ago, we went to Pinkney Island in Hilton Head, South Carolina for Benjamin's Birthday.  Pinkney Island is a national wildlife refuge and we've seen several different types of wildlife there, including an enormous alligator.  On one visit we counted sixteen baby alligators, but this time we only saw two small alligators in the sun. However, we know there were many more  in the water and in their hiding places!  Although we've been there a few times before, we never get tired of being outdoors and trying out new trails.  We biked over seven miles that day and had a lot of fun spending time together.

Getting Ready!

Starr Lake

This isolated beach is one of our favorite places to visit on Pickney Island.  We always make sure we visit it every time we come.

Our view

An on-the-go selfie!

Riding back

This past week's surprise!  Left to Right: Space, Poppy (mother), and Snowflake.

"And God called the dry land Earth; 

and the gathering together of the waters called he Seas: 

and God saw that it was good."

(Genesis 1:10)

Happy Father's Day, Dad!

Happy Father's Day, Dad!

We love you!

"Blessed is the man that walketh not in the counsel of the ungodly, nor standeth in the way of sinners, nor sitteth in the seat of the scornful."

(Psalm 1:1)

Around the Farm

As we recently moved, our farm has been a bee hive of activity.  We've been getting into the routine of taking care of our animals in their new pens which are very different from the old farm.  The  following pictures are around our new farm.

Judge guarding the animals.

Isaac with a recent Cotton Mouth snake he shot.

Exploring the swamp lands on our property. 

A Sunday afternoon on the dock.

A tiny turtle caught from our pond.

Our mouse patrol.  From left to right: Jack, Amber, & Tiger.

Sunshine enjoying the grass outside her pen.

Benjamin with a Brim he caught.

Cloud

"Rejoice in the Lord always; again, I say rejoice."

(Philippians 4:4)

Happy Mother's Day!

Happy Mother's Day, Mom!

We are so blessed to have you as our mother!  Thank you for the daily sacrifices you make for each of us.  We love you!

"Who can find a virtuous woman? for her price is far above rubies."

(Proverbs 31:10)  

Happy 8th Birthday, Benjamin!

Benjamin

Happy Birthday Benjamin!  We are so blessed that God gave you to us! We still clearly remember that wonderful day when you came into our lives. We are very grateful for your help on the farm and your cheerfulness in helping others.  We pray you will have a wonderful and blessed year!  We love you!

"The Lord is my shepherd, I shall not want."

Psalm 23:1

Happy Birthday, Mom!

(Special thanks to Dad for taking this picture!)

Happy Birthday, Mom!  We pray that this year will bring you many blessings.  We are so thankful for you and all that you do for each of us daily.  Your perseverance, cheerfulness, encouragement, and love for the Lord blesses us every day.  Thank you for everything you do for our family, farm, and ministries.  You are the heartbeat of our family!  We love you very much and pray that this year will be your best yet!

"Who can find a virtuous woman? for her price is far above rubies."

(Proverbs 31:10)

Happy 17th Birthday, Luke!

Luke

Happy Birthday, Luke!  We are very thankful for your cheerfulness, kindness, great cooking, and all your hard work around the farm, especially as we move!  We are so blessed to have you as a part of our family.  We are so excited to see what God has planned for you this year!  We love you! 

"Blessed is the man that walketh not in the counsel of the ungodly, 

nor standeth in the way of sinners, 

nor sitteth in the seat of the scornful" (Psalms 1:1)

Happy Resurrection Sunday!

"Thanks be unto God for his unspeakable gift."

(2 Corinthians 9:15)

  Happy Resurrection Sunday!  This day is such a special time for us to remember all that Christ did for us on that first Resurrection Day.  Praise the Lord!

  

  One of our goats decided to surprise us with triplet girls right after church!

Nutmeg and her triplets

"He is not here: for he is risen, as he said. 

Come, see the place where the Lord lay."

(Matthew 28:6)