April Update

I don't know why, but I haven't felt much like writing this month. It's not that I didn't have anything to write about, I just didn't want to sit down at the computer to do it. Don't know where that came from, but I'm going to slowly move back into blogging by just doing some bullet points of our life as of late.

• I had a great birthday (almost three weeks ago). Jon was very thoughtful and generous; he even made me a little scavenger hunt over the house to find my gifts. Jon knows I love scavenger hunts and surprises, so it was perfect!
  
• The weekend after my birthday, Jon and I went separately to our parents houses. He had a really nice weekend with Kari, his mom, and dad. It was good for him to be at home with just his family and me to be with mine as well. I met my mom north of Birchwood for a woman's retreat. I've gone with her in years before, but obviously couldn't go last year, so it was nice to be able to spend the time with her. We had a lot of great laughs and great talks.
  
• Jon has been working really hard at school and doing a great job. He finished giving his second and last sermon of the semester. I know that he put them on Youtube, but I don't know the address off hand. If you want an invite to it, let me know. Now, he is starting the last two weeks of the semester and finals. He will be glad to be done with this time, as will I, so we will have more time together. I've realized that the most common complaint by seminary wives is that they don't get enough time with their husband and one of the hardest things we have to do is let our husbands alone to study. Jon is taking three summer classes and so he will be busy, but at least there will be gaps in between!
  
• We rearranged our living room and the room now appears to have more space. We feel much more at home and invite guests who want to visit!
  
• Last week, I was invited to consider leading a Trinity woman's bible study next school year. I went to a retreat for the leaders on Saturday and we had a fun time brainstorming ideas for the next season, learning more about God, and having fellowship with other ladies. Anyways, after praying and discussing it with family, I accepted the offer and I look forward to having the study at our house.
  
• I miss Nona. A lot. I must miss other people as well because I've been in a big baking mode lately. Using the same tools that Nona used and gave me, is both wonderful and sad. I miss the baking and cooking times with her and calling her to ask what to do in a certain situation. I also miss our sleepovers and telling "Booger and Eyeball" stories (yes, that was our secret 'thing'). I miss reading the Bible to her and hearing her speak and sing. Anyways, I miss other people too, my dear family and friends. I do look forward to seeing you throughout the summer when possible!
  
• To go on with my baking theme. Today, Jon made his parents' split pea/ham soup. I made from scratch blackberry muffins and Chinese five spice carrot cupcakes for Bible study as well as a loaf for my co-teachers. I have also spent time looking up more recipes and found some tasty treats that I'm sure I'll be trying out in the near future.
  
• Molly is doing well. She is currently sprawled out on the couch with Jonathon. Her haircut is starting to grow out a bit and her ears are as fluffy as ever. Oh, her new activity at home is watching the guinea pigs. We finally brought our guinea pigs here as they were vacationing in Birchwood the last year. Some of you may not even have known that we own such fine pigs such as Pipsqueak and Mutton Chop. She was so interested in them when we came home from Korea and so it's nice for her to have a hobby and entertainment throughout the day.
  

Anyways, sorry for the hiatus, but hopefully I will be more consistent in updates. I hope these updates helped you catch up on The Engers!