Brand New Year

I am often in awe of the kindness of God.

 I feel His Hand in my life in multitudes of ways, but these little animals He has entrusted into our care are really the BOMB! 

They provide so much joy and fun and comfort.

Such gifts to us reminding us of God's unconditional amazing love.

Here's Pupcake sneaking in a little kiss and putting a huge smile on mom's face.

It's priceless. 

We began the New Year with a beautiful drive on a very wintery day.

There was a tremendous amount of snow everywhere so we didn't dare drive onto the parking lot where we usually enjoy our snack as we didn't want to get stuck.

Instead I took the ladies on a tour of the countryside.

The clouds hung low and heavy over the frozen earth but the gorgeous blanket of snow covering everything created a spectacular landscape.

The ladies LOVED it and were exclaiming with joy at the sight of the snow covered trees and mountains.  

As we passed through one orchard we saw a herd of deer munching away on the twigs, some of them were still laying in the snow having a little siesta.

We also prayed, laying our burdens at the foot of the cross and crying out for mercy to fall on those that we love.

I think it's remarkable that we can gather in my little car and have these heaven kissed drives.

Hearing Tante Hilda's laughter from the back seat as she encourages Pupcake to bark at dogs that might be walking nearby, breaking out into song as we worship our Great and Awesome God, sharing stories and enjoying each other's company is an incomparable gift.

This is definitely a season for indoor picnics!

We've had one huge snowfall after the other creating  a Narnia type world that we keep waking up to.

The weather has been so cold that the snow just stays...

frozen onto tree branches and not budging.

Mr. Moose always loves the snow and even though he has been eating very little and is basically just skin and bones, he still gets excited if we throw a ball out there for him.

Skinny Mini is still with us.

Stayin Alive...