The past few months.....

So, I’ve been asked to update my blog because it’s been a while since I’ve written anything. This is for you, Em!

I think (fingers crossed) that Spring has sprung in Omaha! We’ve waited for it to arrive and are so glad it’s finally here. It’s exciting to experience seasons for the first time in a new place. I’m even thinking of planting some flowers this weekend. I’ve already asked my dad which plants would be considered low-maintenance and easy to grow in pots or hanging plants (I didn’t inherit his green thumb).

Matthew and I have been doing more of the same since my last post. He’s been preaching and we’ve been traveling. He had been studying for his Ordained Bishop’s test and I can proudly report that he PASSED!

Here’s a brief summary of the past few months:

Winterfest in Knoxville, TN

This was our third Winterfest event of the season. We stayed with my aunt and uncle and see several family members (including dad, Susan, Josh and Shannon, aunts, uncles and grandparents). Autumn and JR were even able to come to Knoxville for a short visit.


Staying with Friends along the way (to TN and home)

We have wonderful friends who let us crash at their house when we're driving through! We stayed in IL with Jenn and Chad on the way to TN. On the way back to NE, we got to be the first houseguests of Brittany and Jeff!

Easter in Nebraska

We had a wonderful day with great friends!

Several Trips with our Student Leadership Group, Driven

Driven is a great group of teens/young adults that we are honored to ministered with at churches in our region.

75th Anniversary of Celebration COG (my Dad’s church)

We were so happy to be able to celebrate with the church family. The church started in a borrowed cabin and is still thriving today. Matthew and I were able to spend a few extra days with Dad and Susan. We had a blast eating Homestead Creamery, going to the lake, grilling out and eating on the porch for all of our meals (thank you, 90 degree weather in APRIL!). Matthew was even put to work – he and Dad helped a family move!



There were probably more events that I'm forgetting!

Currently, we’re gearing up for a number of state/regional events. It’s going to be a busy summer! We are looking forward to our first youth camp in the Midlands Region.