Being new to Texas springs, I'm still learning when to plant what and when to do certain projects. Now I know, the earlier in the year, the better.
Mike made us a rainwater storage system. We are hoping that it might put a dent in our water bill this summer, maybe. Galen and I put up the rain gutters mostly while Mike was out of town(he hates heights enough for both of us). We had to rent a 28 ft ladder, because our 24 ft wasn't quite tall enough. Wow, that was insane! I'm not seeing Christmas lights on this house in our future! Then, when Mike got home he helped us finish and did all the plumbing and the rest! We now have about 550 gallons ready to water our garden. It fills up all the way after one good storm. We only put rain gutter up on half the house, too!
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Galen being "himself" |


It was also Easter while Corwin was here. We carried out all of our traditions, then I whisked Corwin off to the airport! We miss you! It doesn't seem to matter how much we try, we can't quite replicate his unique laugh!!
Our friends, Bob and Alex flew down for Galen's Eagle as well. We enjoyed their company and tried to entertain them with some sites of Texas during all of the excitement. Needless to say we went out to eat a bunch! We also invited them to come with us to Medieval Times (show and dinner). If you haven't seen it and are crazy about horses or renaissance, you should go! I knew that Corwin and Madison would LOVE it and Bob and Alex were great company to bring along. Fun places are even better with good friends!

The next week Galen had his "Mormon Prom". Our stake has a dance for Priests and Laurels. They encourage them to come as a group, not dates. Our ward put on a really nice dinner for them at the church before. A couple of mom's took pictures and a friend and I made corsages and boutonnieres. They had a blast. Isn't that fun! Many of the kids choose this to be "their" prom instead of their schools. I ventured out and finally bought Galen a suit for the event. It made me cry! He looks so grown up and like a missionary in his dark suit!


Also, this month we found out that our beloved Grandpa Jim has cancer. Please say a prayer for him. He is doing well through treatment and we are doing our part to keep him upbeat and happy. We love you Grandpa!!
We love you all! Remember to live your life to the fullest, every day!