Our Trip to Wisconsin

It was that time of year again for our trip to Wisconsin to visit with Mom, play in the 3rd Annual Jim Thielen Memorial Golf Tournament...and hope my sister had her baby. Hopes were high that Jordyn would arrive while we were in town, but she decided to be fashionably late and arrived on the 21st instead - 2 days early really, but just 3 days after we left. Can't wait to get back to see our newest member of the family!

We had a wonderful time and the weather was great for the tounament.

Josh and me with Dad's tree at the VA Golf Course.

We also got to spend some time with Mikayla at her school and re-experience the joys of the school cafeteria and recess! The boys were busy practicing for their upcoming motocross race and we went to Marshfield to watch them tear up the track at the race. They both did great and we're very proud of all of them.

Alex catching air on a jump!

Tyler rounding the turn.

Mikayla trying to keep herself, Shelly, and Jordyn warm at the race. It was 40 degrees in May - burrr!!

We also had lots of hang out time on the new sunroom in Mom's house. Unfortunately, it's confidential, so we can't show you any pictures!

A Bit of Texas in Tennessee

Josh started his job on Monday and has already learned a ton. He's so excited to get to work every day... even with the dress clothes. Law is definitely his passion and it shows every day.

Tom and Joni stopped in Wednesday night on their way back to Texas, giving me the perfect reason to take some time off! We had a great time with lots of laughs, food, and stories. Chris joined us and brought a piece of heaven to our table at Amerigo. Everything was perfect and we couldn't have asked for a better night. Even the rain held off and we got some hang out time on the patio. It was such a rare treat to share our home with them. We both hated to see them leave, but can't wait to float in their pool this summer - bring on the sunburn!


Tom and Josh looking very content after a delicious meal!


Tom, Josh, and Chris - post meal.


Tom and Joni relaxing on the patio.


One o'clock and the stories kept on rollin'...

Earlier in the week...
This past weekend Chris came over and we were able to fit a game of bocce ball into the festivities...

It's a complex game that requires lots of deep thought...

...and sometimes a bit of a competitive edge.
"HEY! Where's the penalty call?"

And of course, to cap off the day...

IT'S BEEN A GREAT WEEK!!!

End of Spring Semester

Finals are over and Josh begins working on Monday! He's with a great firm that holds reasonable hours. 8a-5p versus working all hours of the day and they seem to have a nice niche in the field. We're both excited to see what this new job will bring. The end of finals has also seemed to breathe some energy into us both. Josh began working on the endless task of outdoor stuff. Thanks Mark for letting us borrow the pressure washer. Our patio should be sparkling new soon! - Jamie

Not messing around with getting the gunk off the house and patio!

Finals

Josh has been working hard preparing for his last finals. I know he's very excited for Thursday afternoon. I imagine there might be a lot of sleeping then!