Rain and puddles

Playing in the rain... one early morning.

The next day....
These boots are hard to walk in!

Well, maybe the boots are not too bad

All natural, certified organic mud

Lets throw some at Mom!

The End!

Butchering..

May is over and it was a full month. We have enjoyed a much cooler spring than last year, along with a lot of rain. On source I read said over 11 inches! The middle of may found our first batch of broilers ready to butcher. Starting early in the day, we butchered from 9-12 took a break and then finished from 4-7. With our amazing help from the Ulmers and the time saving speed of the plucker Scott built last year, we managed to do 88 birds in that time! Everything went really well and we have our next batch growing! Moses, our catch and kill man

Scott scalded and plucked

The two gutters

Tabitha "wrapped things up"... haha :)

The best job in the house- taking care of the boys!

Keeping busy....

Dear Friends- I know I am long overdue in posting- I keep thinking about it, but have not made the time yet! I have a lot of pictures of the past few weeks and fun stories to share, so I will try to get on here and update soon! Until then, enjoy these pictures of the boys!"Here is a kiss Marcus"

"WHAT! You don't think he likes it?"

Fun at the park

Saturday while we were down in Parsons, we decided to take advantage of the beautiful weather and have a picnic lunch at the park. After eating we let the boys run around, and I think I had as much fun as they did!

What's this Mom?

Fun!!!

Paul LOVED the slides- and was quite brave

Cousins!

Hi Dad!!

Paul would go down this one by himself! (With Dad at the bottom!)

Swinging with Mom

Thanks Andrew and Rebecca

This past weekend we enjoyed a great visit down at the Shepards. We arrived Friday afternoon and did not have to be home until Sunday evening. We talked, played cards, went to the park, and enjoyed fellowship at their church. We always look forward to going down and are so thankful for their hospitality. Thanks guys! We had fun!Aunt Rebecca and Marcus

Reading... what a fun book!

Paul and Justice spent about 45 minutes one morning playing ball in the the "big room". Although it looks like Paul is quite the ball hog, (ok, maybe a little true) he did share and they had a great time!

Here is comes!

Gentle to the baby....

Early morning affection.... So sweet!

Spring projects

Tuesday was a work day here at Anson farms. A big thank you to Esther, Moses and Micah for all their hard work. We were able to get the garden ready, potatoes and onions planted, chickens moved to pens and other misc. work done. It was a lot of work, but sure was nice to see all that we accomplished! Here are a few shots of the day!I have a great husband! I love you !
One raised bed done, 4 to go.

Hopefully later posts with show pictures of the produce we reap!

This happy guy is enjoying being outside!

50 chicks per pen

Chicks!

"How much water do we need?"

" I think there is a hole in the hose Dad!"

Shopping

Last Saturday we headed up to Lincoln for some important spring business. For Scott is was the Husker spring game, and with friends to sit with, he was excited! He was going to take Paul with him, but the weather was a bit cool- and we were not sure how he would do sitting for hours in the stands- Oh well, he will have many games to come I am sure! :)

While Scott was at the game, I met up with my friend Mandi, (former Lincoln resident and shopping expert) and with Paul, Marcus and Esther, (we thought an extra hand would be a help!) we headed out. We first started at the "real" stores, and after a look through Old Navy and similar stores, I came away shaking my head and thinking, "Do people really buy stuff there- FULL PRICE???" Wow- I don't get out very often and the sticker shock will really grab you! Then we moved further north into town and hit the real bargins. I was mostly looking for winter coats for the boys for next year, and the Lord blessed with a great winter coat, and a fall type jacket for Paul and then a Land's End, excellent condition coat for a few years down the line.

For $2.98, who could resist?
All in all, it was a busy and fun day. I was able to pick up a lot of good stuff for the boys and even a few things for me! Thrift stores are the best!

Easter fun from Grandma Sue

This week Paul enjoyed opening a box from Grandma Sue. She sent out some Easter goodies for us and Paul had the honors of digging into the box. Thank you Mama Sue! What is in here?

WOW!

My favorite! I was hoping it opened!

I sure do!

This sippy is great, you can make all sorts of noises with it!

My boys

God has really blessed me with a wonderful family. I love them so much! I can't wait until it warms up some more and we can be outside as a family. I am ready to be done with winter. I want to plant my garden, play hide and seek and have picnics. Oh well, I guess we will wait- not much else we can do!I am a cutie!

And I am tired!

Mom, that is sooo funny!

A budding gardener?

Or just a mud lover :)

Maybe a bit of musical talent?

Definatly a one man show.

My favorite... Caught on candid camera

Remember this little boy??????

Yummy yummy momma!!

This is my baby boy Paul Bryan Anson
I can hardly believe he was so little.
Wow, he sure is growing. My firstborn son! May the Lord bless him!!!