Personal Style

In an effort to get away from the trailer drama I decided to blog about Brielle. I know it is not as entertaining for all of you but she is still a little cutie.

Lately she is working on finding her personal style. Here are some of her favorite looks.


I am responsible for the flower that is as big as her head, but the necklaces and bag are all her doing.

Tanner's Amish hat comes in handy.

Thanks for the dress Becky.

Winter wear is for indoors and out.

Begging to go outside.

Setting the Record Straight

Well, this is a first for me. I have never done this blogging stuff, but due to erroneous reports and malicious attacks against my character, I feel it necessary to set the record straight (kind of like Joseph Smith had to do).
First of all, I love my family very much. I understand everyone has weaknesses and strengths. I don't believe in exploiting someone's weaknesses (or perceived weaknesses) online. Karen has known we have been in desperate need of a horse trailer for quite some time. We have a horse (that was given to us) and no way to transport the animal. I had been looking at used trailers for quite a while, but Karen would throw a hissy every time I brought the subject up. I didn't know what to do. I found a great deal on a trailer while Karen was out and about and just went for it. I didn't dare consult with her because she would most likely cause bodily harm (her words, not mine). To make a long story short, I encourage Karen to get what she needs and wants whenever she needs to. She has wanted carpet. I have told her repeatedly to get it. She won't. I think she does this so she can hold it over my head whenever I want something. Thanks for listening, A confused and abused husband.

Birthday Gifts

Brian told me that I needed to be sure and make a post about what he got me for my birthday. Lucky me he read the blog and actually picked up on one of my hints.(Keep reading past the first picture to get a few more details.)



For some reason it felt like he wasn't trying to help me have a happy b-day, but was in a desperate search to smooth things over. This is what he bought "for the family" on my birthday (he knew I was against it). Tanner, Brielle, Brian and I can totally use this to take our one horse up into the mountains and go for a day long horse ride.



Dear Brian,
Thank you for the grinder I really do appreciate it and did not expect it. Also, the next time you go ahead a buy a really expensive item (like a trailer) that I am against, (even if you do it while I am gone so I don't know about it until the deal is done), I will sell your truck.

P.S. I think I was supposed to just write about the grinder. I couldn't resist adding a few more details of the story! Sorry.