For those of you requesting pictures of the dogs, we're including multiples for this post. And we promise to become better bloggers, maybe even going to weekly posts rather than semi-monthly. These pictures were taken by Lauren's cousin Billy, who was kind enough to join us for an Easter lunch. As you can see, Burley and Willie made themselves comfortable as always.
Also, Lauren once again created a 3-D animal-shaped culinary masterpiece with a spectacular Easter cake. This fully fuctional, egg-laying, dark chocolate Easter bunny delivered eggs for Lauren, John, Aimee, Aunt Kathy and Billy.
(We hosted an Easter lunch, and John cooked a delicious ham. )
Also, work continues on the house as we have painted most of the upstairs and replaced many switches and wall plates. Next comes the floor, which should be delivered this weekend, then the cabinets and demolition of one minor, possibly load-bearing wall. (No big deal, right?) Finish that up with a refinishing of the deck, and that's what you call a relaxing spring.
We have been working with Willie on his drinking problem. We think we're getting through to him, and your support is greatly appreciated. Please keep him in your thoughts.
This coming weekend (3/29) John is officiating a wedding for a high school friend in Pigeon Forge, TN. This trip may include a visit to Dollywood. Yes, Dollywood. Just when you thought our life couldn't get more glamorous.
And, as our last tidbit of news, the neighborhood kids have started coming by every day to see if they can walk Willie and Burley with us. They think Willie and Burley are "awesome," and they fight over who gets to hold the leashes when we walk them. They switch out on pre-set schedules. It's quite the fan club. We'll see if we can't get a picture of them for next week. And maybe we'll provide some photo evidence of John's foray into ministry/wedding officiation.
