Last day of school

 

Jillian with her first grade teacher Mrs Lindgren.  

Lauren with her 3rd grade teacher Mrs. Andera

Madelyn Preschool Graduation

Madelyn and I made some special treats to share with her classmates

Our preschool graduate!  

The proud parents!

Madelyn with her teachers Mrs McClure and Mrs Vondracek

 

Kindergarten here I come!

Toby

Today we drove to Tallgrass Kennels near Desmet SD and picked up the newest addition to our family.  His name is Toby and he is a black labador.  He is very handsome and extremely sweet!

 

We got to pick him out of a litter in which there was 3 males to choose from.  It was not an easy decision.  They all looked identical.  We all had a nice time just watching them play and rest and then 2 hours later we finally decided which one to bring home.  

Awana 2011

Madelyn receiving the yellow ribbon for completing her 3rd book in Cubbies.  She will move up to Sparks next year.

 

Lauren receiving her award for completing her first book in Truth and Training.  

Jillian completed her book as well, but she received her award earlier this year.  The kids attend AWANA every Wednesday night throughout the entire school year.  Its a huge commitment and they put lots of time in to studying and memorizing verses each and every week.  Its a gift to have all of these verses tucked away in their hearts and minds.  The Word of God is a priceless tool!   

Trout Fishing

 

We kicked off May by going fishing at the Hatchery here in Yankton.  They offered free fishing for trout in a stocked pond.   It's a great way to introduce kids to fishing as they are very likely to snag a fish!

 

According to the Park Rangers Lauren caught the biggest fish of the day.