Mason - 12

Our Mason turned 12 and we had a blast celebrating him.

Papa and Onnie gifted him a Lego Taj Mahal kit and tickets to the Savannah Bananas!

The day started with presents, of course, and then we attended church.

After church his friend, Dalton, came over to hang out and eat lunch with us.

Requested dinner of beef stroganoff topped with a candle.

After dinner, we picked up three more friends and headed to Lincoln for and afternoon of burning energy at Urban Air.  

We enjoyed supper at Buffalo Wild Wings and boy did they eat!

Dalton, Kale, Cooper, Mason, Kooper and Tucker

It was a fabulous day celebrating a very special young man. He has grown and matured so much in the past year. I am excited to see what the next year has in store for him.

All Choked Up

Sutton hosted their Honor Society awards night and Jentry surprised me with a heartfelt speech and a Certificate of Membership as an Honorary Member.  I could not be more proud of her and all her accomplishments. She choked up a bit towards the end of the speech which of course choked me up too.

We still have several months together, however we are enjoying the small moments together. Like evening walks while we are still in close proximity. Notice her swim goggles. She must wear them or risk be assassinated by another senior. Ha! Oh to be a high school senior again. I am so excited for her and can't wait to watch her future unroll like a welcome mat.

Spring Break

We got to spend a few glorious days in Harlan County over Spring Break. 

Kelsi showed us her adorable new Highland calves and their mamas.

Mason captured the moon at sunrise over the lake.

The boys built a few forts in the cove.

The Hamilton's hit up the West Coast with a tour of Stanford and a few other California hot spots.

Girls State Basketball

The Sutton Fillies won the D1 District Final over Tri County which punched a ticket to the state tournament with a 20-7 record for the first time since 2022. 

Jentry, Kyla and Lincoln

Jentry cheered "with the band" even though her saxophone was not working.

I took the day off and drove the boys to the big event. After a 1st round, 48-33 win over Amherst's Broncos at the Pinnacle Bank Arena, we headed to the Gateway Mall for some shopping, arcade time and Scooters. It was a great day!

The Fillies ended up losing 54 to 56 to Elm Creek in the consolation round and placed 4th overall.

Shooting Sports Success

Because of Papa John's dedication, both these boys got an opportunity to participate in the 4-H shooting sports in Clay Center.  Mason's shot is definitely improving and Tucker did great in his first year.

Boys Offline

We had one long weekend in February so we took the opportunity to run away to our happy place. Jentry had other plans with friends and school activities so she stayed home. Nathan was not feeling the best so he too opted out.  That left me and the boys but the three of us soaked up the unseasonably warm days.

Mason got his first opportunity to drive on the gravel roads.

Even a small amount of time outside and offline can really refuel the soul.

January

I am starting to really love and appreciate the month of January. The slow down is a much needed reminder that life is better with a bit of boredom mixed in.

Movie Day - Avatar: Fire and Ash

Dreamy Beach Art by TJ

Stix creation

TJ's 2026 Resolutions

Snow!

Millie Snuggles

Unfortunately January often brings a touch illness, however Dr. Ohrt got Tucker on the fast track to recovery from croup with a steroid.