Visit from the Duvalls

April and Chris were one of our precious families in California. We were thrilled with their visit and a chance to get to know their Ella.

Susannah's first swim

Aunt Jill comes for a visit

John's Aunt Jill came for a few days to visit John's parents and John and I. Her precious husband Uncle Robert Michael went to be with the Lord on January 31. We had some wonderful and tearful times remembering him and how much we all loved him. He lost his battle with a brain tumor at the young age of 65. 
Of course, our Susannah is always close by to bring joy to all of us. Don't you love the capris. Let me know if any of you see any my size. I would love to have a matching pair.

Rebecca comes to Camp Rantal

Our great niece, Rebecca, came and stayed with us for two days and three nights while her parents attended a home school conference in Arlington. She is just 3 years old (right between Jenna and Sophie). We had the time of our lives exploring Grapevine and looking at life from the prospective of a toddler.
Great Uncle John had great help grilling what Rebecca called "Fire Chicken" I love his aquarium bucket as a stool.
Cousins Elisabeth and Heather relaxing after dinner with babes of their own.
Snuggling after a bath was always one of my favorite times with my children.
I think Susannh was wondering why Rebecca was in her stroller. They were so cute together.

 Rebecca already has many of bible verses hymns memorized. It is such a reminder that our children are "wet cement" and that it is a blessing to help them hide God's Word in their hearts.

Way to go Steve and Elisabeth. You are doing a fabulous job.

If you want an example of this adorable child singing a hymn, click on the link below.

http://s168.photobucket.com/albums/u169/cindyrantal/?action=view&current=FathersWorldBest.flv

Welcome Mom to Dallas

John and I took Mom to Park Cities Presbyterian Church.  It was fun to remember Heather and Troy's wedding two years ago.
We dressed Susannah up and did a photo shoot at the Gaylord Texan. This hotel is owned by the same people as the Broadmoor. It is here in Grapevine. It has a beautiful river walk indoors.
Heather and Susannah posing in front of the mock Alamo.

Four generations coming together for the pictures was so much fun. 

Mom and I shopped and never dropped. We hit Southlake(upscale) Grapevine Mills(Outlet Mall) Northpark(really upscale) Sam Moon's (Onilla's favorite), Collins Creek Mall, TJ Max, Ross, Marshalls, Target and Sam and Walmart. I now know where to buy anything your heart would desire. So come and visit us and I'll be at your service.