As we are wrapping up a blessed weekend as a family and beginning yet another busy week I wanted to stop just a moment and thank all the men and woman, families, and friends of our service. I am continually amazed at the selfless lives that you chose to live so that we can enjoy the freedom that we do. Thank you for allowing my family the joy of freedom.

We had a long weekend with Brian off Friday for Eli's 'graduation' and off Monday for Memorial Day. We spent time at a parade, hanging out at the lake, working in the yard, and playing with friends...