What a Servant!

For those of you who don't know, our friend Meg has been living with us to help out. She is such a servant and puts up with so much around here. Thanks, Meg!

Introducing......Tobin Peter Wolthuis

After looking at baby pictures of Kevin, some of us are sure that Tobin looks a lot like Kevin did when he was born. He is a precious, healthy gift from God, and we are all enjoying him. He arrived (by C-section) on Wednesday, April 16, weighed 8lbs., 12 oz., and is 21" long. Pictures of mother and sister will follow. Elinore is not too impressed yet, but we know that, in time, she won't be able to imagine life without him.

Welcome, dear Tobin!

Time Away

For our birthdays this year, Dad and I spent a few days at the Hexagon House Bed and Breakfast up in Pentwater. We had a wonderful time, especially the first night when we had the whole house to ourselves. It was a great place to read, watch a movie, and just relax. We really enjoyed getting to know the gracious innkeepers, Tom and Amy. They have a daughter who graduated from Hope a few years ago, so we had lots to talk about.

The breakfasts were beautiful and delicious, and they are always willing to share their recipes. It was sunny but cold as we walked out on the pier and watched some fishermen catch large steelhead trout. I had never realized how long it takes to land a big fish; maybe it seemed longer because it was cold and windy. I can't imagine fishing for hours in weather like that--guess I'm just a wimp.

The picture of this sunset was taken at the state park beach. We hope to go back to Pentwater sometime when the weather is warmer.