I have to admit, I promised several of you that I would post pictures soon...a long while ago. Forgive my tardiness in fulfilling my word. Though late in coming, I hope you'll enjoy a few glimpses into family life. :)

This first picture is one of my dear sister, Anna. (She's the one on the right, of course.) :) Her sweet, little companion is named Joanna and is the instigator of all my back-breaking, stable-building labor, of the past month or so. :) They're both quite lovable, I must say; the work was hardly comparable to wanting to bless my "long-prayed-for" sister and her new little friend. :)
This second photo shows what the first could not display in entirety...that Joanna's a creature of great beauty. :) I'm still amazed at how wondrously God creates all the life we see around us. From the microscopic to the magnificent, everything reminds me that my Lord loves to design everything as a reflection of His character, beauty, and purpose.


This one is being included because... well because... To be honest, I'm not quite sure why it's being included, except that it was vulnerably sitting on my desktop, saying, "I feel so ignored, so utterly neglected." So, not wanting to discourage the poor, little picture, I've posted it, as well. True story now...it was a lovely day, and my brother just wanted to take my picture, so I'm sharing it with all of you. :)


Here's a gathering of some of my dear ones... From left to right: Gen. Engel, Peggy, Amy (me), and David. We were just finishing a delicious meal, and seeing my camera come out, the server said, "Let me take the picture for you!" (He certainly earned his tip. I love it when people "go the extra mile", even in showing the most simple consideration.) :) At that point, the realization was just starting to "dawn on me" that I'd soon be bidding the General farewell.

Last one...I promise. :) I just loved this picture of Daddy and Mother. I thought those of you who know them would enjoy seeing them again, and that those of you who don't know them might enjoy making their acquaintance. Also, I thought the photo would be something endearing to keep me company when I check on my site... :) Aren't they sweet? I'm blessed beyond measure to have such incredible parents. I certainly never deserved such grace of God. :)

Well, that's all for tonight, my friends. I hope you all are blessed with a wonderful week, and I send my best wishes and prayers to you all! :)