We just wished we lived closer...

Anthony and Paul taking the boat for a quick spin before supper.

What an absolute cutie, huh?!

Undoubtedly, Mark and I have been blessed in the friendship department. We don't have throngs of friends. Instead we have close friendships that have been built while in high school, college and living here in Becker that have endured throughout the years and always bring a great deal of joy to our lives. Unfortunately, we don't always get to see our friends as much as we would like so we took advantage of our time up north to visit with The Arlts, Clevelands and Davis families. We had great fun with all three families; our only wish is that we lived closer so those visits wouldn't be so few and far between. I thoroughly enjoyed being able to catch up in the conversation department and watching all of the kids play together.
I really wish I would have brought my camera when we visited with the Clevelands. Jon and Elisha have created such a masterpiece with their beautiful log home and have three beautiful children as well. Be sure to take a sneak peak at their blog!

Rachel hanging out with the kids on the couch --- Clara, Anthony and Samuel.

Smile you two!