"things"

I really want to be a person who doesn't get caught up in the "things" of life. That is to say, I don't want myself and family to base our identity, self worth, and who we want to be, on what possessions we have or hope to have. However, letting go of "things" can be much harder than one would expect. For example, here are some pictures of the little ones broken hearted as we sold our jeep yesterday.

I think it's hard for children to understand why grownups do the things they do. Both Brent and I felt very good about our decision to sell the jeep. As much as it broke the hearts of the girls, I'm confident that by doing so brings us closer to our long term goals. In perspective, it was a small sacrifice for a better future.

We've had a hard couple of weeks but the blessings we've received have by far outweighed the challenges. I'm grateful for life and all of its experiences. We are still happy, healthy, and very much enjoying all that life gives us. After all, it's how we choose to think about life that determines what kind of happiness we create. I choose to focus on what we have and not what we lack. We are truly blessed even if we drive a Buick and not a fun jeep!

For Sale!

I know that I tried to sell this last year but I chickened out because I love it so much. I'm really serious this time. It's a great jeep. It runs great and has never had any problems. It's a '99 and has 97k miles I'm asking

$5,500

Email brent at Brent.lloyd@gmail.com or give me a call

Easter

We spent the Easter weekend in the teeny tiny town of Paragonah at my Grandma's house. It was a great weekend and very relaxing. Just what we needed. I would love to still be there and probably would be but, my grandma has since left for New Zealand. We all love it there and I wonder why we don't go more often. Here are some pics of our Easter fun...

Saturday was the hunt

Lucy was cranky that day

I think this was the worst Easter Bunny I've ever seen. It looks more like an Easter Goat. As you can see, Lucy was terrified. Coloring eggs... While we were at church the Easter Goat hid baskets and candy outside.

Happy Easter

Still here

Yes I'm still around but busy. Blogging has taken a back seat to my other projects and activities. And honestly, I just haven't felt much like doing it. But since Mr. Lloyd has been away for the last 5 days, I thought I would post some pictures of the last couple of days without him here.

Thursday was Crazy Hair day at school for Emma.

Saturday afternoon we went to Kangaroo Zoo for our niece Emma's 5th birthday.Here are the kids. Emma, Trinity, Isabelle, Emma, and BridgerIsabelle I really thought Lucy would love this place. She is after all, half monkey. But she pretty much had me hold her the whole time with her hands over her ears. Silly girl.Last night the girls helped me set up their tent for a sleep out in the family room. We watched Enchanted and ate popcorn. Lucy was very excited about this. It was her first sleep out and she kept saying "This is MY castle!" I LOVE this picture!Isabelle had the great idea for the ol' ride the sleeping bad down the stairs game... which was quickly taken over by Emma and then no one else got a turn.The girls had a fun night. I however, didn't get much sleep. I spent the night playing "musical beds" with the girls. At one point each kid was asleep in my bed with me, after which I would move them back to their rightful sleeping spot, until one of them (I won't say who) peed in my bed! F.Y.I. Cough syrup and a cup of juice before bed isn't the best idea. At least it was on Mr. Lloyd's side of the bed. Ha Ha!

Lucky for me, Lucy Jane slept in until 10:00!

I miss you husband and your daughters miss you. I can't wait until tomorrow when you'll be home!

p.s. don't forget to bring home gummy bears and little bottles of hotel shampoo and soap for the small ones.

Love you