Happy Birthday Slade!

Sunday May 23rd Slade Russell Evans finally made his appearance into this great big world. He weighed in at 9 lbs. and is 21 and 1/2 inches long. He is adorable. He gave his mom quite a long labor but we are all happy he arrived safely and that he is healthy and strong. Heather was such a trooper. Fortunately, she is also a determined mom and was certain she wanted to have this baby at home. Thank goodness for Mary, her seasoned midwife. Mary knew just what to do and when to do it and after 4 hours of pushing Slade finally came. Doug is a proud dad and Kennedy is a loving big sister. The Richardson's are happy to welcome Slade into our family!

Happy Mother's Day

Happy Mother's Day to our Mother!  What a great day to celebrate your wonderfulness and all that you have done and do for our family.  We cherish your example and dedication in all you do.

When I think of being a mother myself I find myself quite often saying  or doing things that I swore I would never do, after all that would be too much like my mother.  But, I have come to find that mother does know best.

I remember quite vividly when I was in fourth grade I had been excluded from a birthday party that the girls in my class had been invited to.  When I arrived home from school that day I remember crying in your arms while you tenderly listened to my aching heart.  I remember that you made me feel so special and that the party wasn't such a big deal after all.  That has always made a lasting impression on me to know just how you valued each of us children.

To this day when I feel that I need to seek the council of my mother or her loving advice I know I can always turn to you and you will offer a listening ear.  I value what you have to offer me when it comes to life experience and how to go about the things I do.

My wish is you have the very happiest Mother's Day and always remember how your 10 chicks love their mother hen.