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Love, Val

Mother’s Day flowers and cards – Tim meets Dani – – – And these bunnies have now left their little nest. – – – – Love, Val

Choir concert for this guy, attended by Grandpa, very nice.  They have a talented director and hard working kids. Orchestra concert at the high school, beautiful night, felt like summer, very hot in the auditorium, and we’re not used to that yet. Dance recital! – Another orchestra concert–it is challenging with such a small group,

This kid is eating food and almost crawling.  It’s crazy.  He is ready to get on with his LIFE. Oh my goodness that little face. And this one too.  He’s thirteen now. Puppy hugs! – Making friends Awww – – – – – Love you all so, Mom aka GRANDMA

We went to lacrosse games, felt so good to be with the kids, watching the games, enjoying the sun. There was a sign by the side of the highway,  “Bernese Mountain Puppies.” And a super impulsive thing happened. And there was a sleepover at the Flophouse Motel.  It was Dan and Alicia’s anniversary, so they

Confirmation was at the Basilica of St Mary in Minneapolis. It was fun to be inside after all the years of driving past this glorious building. – That’s the window that faces the freeway–just gorgeous. – And the proud confirmand!   Congratulations Sweetheart, what a beautiful night. Love Grandma and Grandpa

One week ago Jay took Elin to the vet.  She’d had an upset stomach, been a bit listless.  Last weekend at the cabin she was kind of clingy and didn’t want to walk very far, positioned herself outside exactly where the breeze was blowing off the lake. So Monday he took her to the vet.

It was a beautiful evening and perfect to be outside opening gifts in the sun. – Cake time! – – – Nice job! Your cheerleader cheered! Girl, I hope the year ahead is as interesting and fun as you are. Happy Birthday, YOU Love always, Grandma and Grandpa – – – – – – –

Happy Anniversary! Love, Mom and Dad

Beautiful day – Elin isn’t feeling well but she made it down to the dock anyway. – – – Time for art: – – – – And then soon it was the end of the day and time to head home again. Love, Grandma