We officially have some plans for 2026. Anna sent us this picture only no explanations were needed. She and her chosen are officially engaged. We are super happy for both of them. 
Addie performed her royal duties as a member of the christmas parade in ontario. Aliza graciously accompanied her to the morning brekfast.
Ladies of the court. Queen Lily from Fruitland, Tanna from Ontario, and Addie from Vale
The next day Anna's fiance Joey Martin was baptized by my brother Kevin. This was a well attended very spiritual day. We are thankful for Joey's desire to learn and his effort to prepare for this event and many more in the future. He is golden in so many ways.
The elders that taught him. Not pictured are the many others whos enjoyed sharing testimonies and discussions with Joey as he learned about the church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
What we do most days. Hold and nurse Jake and read some stories to the adamant Andrea.
While Mark is gone we broke all our rules and affirmations and plowed some ground. Actually this was at the request of the seed scientist who is going to grow seed on this plot next year. The ground required ripping as well. But the under soil turned up nice and melow.
It's actually really good to see these size of clods as the soil is developing some structure and organic tilth. We've been working to build this ground the three years we have farmed it.
Greg and Reed took turns with the plow. It felt almost sinful to break the soil but it is a prime seed pollination spot due to the diverse habitat around it keeping pests at bay due to an abundant predator population. So much has changed in the past 2 months. Radical doesn't quite cover it. We have a new baby, a new son-inlaw, and Mark and John gone. We have loved having Aliza home we have missed her presence so much. She steadies and cheers all in her path. She demands work and responsibility from the children, and she is careful. Each kiddo has such a distinct personality and its so nice to have them back in our mix. We are thankful for the new family unit developing with Anna and Joey and pray for all the happiness and Joy that can be found in family life.
Greg and Reed took turns with the plow. It felt almost sinful to break the soil but it is a prime seed pollination spot due to the diverse habitat around it keeping pests at bay due to an abundant predator population. So much has changed in the past 2 months. Radical doesn't quite cover it. We have a new baby, a new son-inlaw, and Mark and John gone. We have loved having Aliza home we have missed her presence so much. She steadies and cheers all in her path. She demands work and responsibility from the children, and she is careful. Each kiddo has such a distinct personality and its so nice to have them back in our mix. We are thankful for the new family unit developing with Anna and Joey and pray for all the happiness and Joy that can be found in family life.
We are blessed.
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