What a month!

Well, we have all survived another year of our family's 'March Madness'--barely! The 11 hour drive home was not as bad as it could have been, but I will not say it was enjoyable. It was wonderful to be with family though. It really made me miss Brian, it is sad to say that you do not realize how much you need someone until they are not there. Ella's 1st Birthday was celebrated by many--we have amazing friends and family. Thank you to all of you who helped and came to celebrate with us!

The Birthday Girl!

The month's next activity was Brent and Casey's wedding--it was a great time for all--Ella danced all night! It was wonderful to see all of our extended family and friends who have moved away. There is never enough time to see everyone. Jason, Andrea and Marie came from Germany for the wedding and brought Andrea's parents for their first trip to the US. Her father practiced important English phrases for the trip, such as 'Two Margaritas, Please!'

Brian's deployment has brought him close to many important people, he had the opportunity to see Vice President Dick Cheney speak to the troops and reported that it was awesome. He continues to send Ella videos of him reading books to her, which she loves. He told me today that he got the name of the person who will be replacing him and that makes the end seem a little closer! We are very ready for him to come home!