Happy 40th

My 40th birthday was great! Mel's sisters came for a week, and they were a gift! They cooked, cleaned (including all the windows inside and out--Mel helped too), and cared for the kids; we also had a great time visiting and playing. I had a crazy work week, and it was wonderful to have them here to help out. They also helped so Mel could finish up the chicken coop and get the sawdust and other chicken associated gunk off my living room floor. Thanks for a wonderful week and a wonderful birthday!

Margreet cooking!
Henriette and Sophie
On my birthday I got to go see the new Hannah Montana movie with my favorite Annie, who was sooooo excited! Jen and Henriette went with us.
Surprise "party" after a night of assembly practice. Lots of Dutch decor, flowers, kids, and cake!The finished coop, aka "The villa."