Yeah, this is just a casserole of announcements and updates. 
First of all, my husband, Thomas, is back in the hospital after finally coming home yesterday. Things are not progressing like they should. For now it’s IV fluids only (again) and and nothing by mouth. I hope he’s better soon. W’e're all very worried about him here. Thank you so much for all the well wishes and kind words.
Spring is certainly in the air here today, with the daffodils finally beginning to bloom and, believe me, I can use it today. 
Even some tulips are pushing through the ground. These were newly planted last year, so I can’t wait to see how pretty they are once they bloom!
And let’s not forget the humble “weeds,” which make me just as happy as all of the highly cultivated, nursery-bought plants.
On a more serious note, my professional name-picker is ready with her hat to draw a name out for the St. Patrick’s Day pin! I am truly sorry that I’m so late in doing this. Things just sort of fell to pieces last week, but we’re still in plenty of time to keep one lucky person from getting pinched!
Here is the very pin we speak of. Are you ready?
Reaching into the hat, she pulls out a name.
And unfolds the paper.
She reads the name.
And turns it to the camera. Valerie! Yaay!!! Valerie, if you want to e-mail me (lynn -at- thehealthyhomeschool.com) or send me a mssg on facebook or just any ol’ way, I’ll get your address and send it off to you ASAP.
Have a lovely day, everyone. I’ll post when I can.
for you to leave a comment, but you can also e-mail me at lynn AT thehealthyhomeschool.com
I’ll add your Carpenter to our prayer list for a speedy recovery.
Hugs,
Diane
Hi Lynn,
Sorry to hear about your hubby. Hope he is feeling better. Your daffodils are lovely, mine are popping up here and there…but no blooms yet! I love your garden, even in the winter it seems so inviting. I will send you a message on facebook with the address. I never expected to get chosen, just wanted to tell you how beautiful the pin is! I’m so excited! On a different note, I have something special for Michaela for her doll house! So could you send me your address as well? I can’t wait to send it to her. Hugs and Smiles,
Valerie
Yeah Valerie….COngratulations!
Lynn,
I am so sorry about your husband…we will pray for all of you. I hope he feels better soon.
My computer died last week, so I have not been online much…I do love your drawing…very beautiful!
C~
Dear Lynn,
I’m so sorry that Thomas is back in the hospital. My father-in-law has been in the hospital with pneumonia and other yuckies for the past few days, so I know how faith-trying it can be. I will continue to pray for your family.
The daffodils sure do look nice, though~A little sunshine on a cloudy day.
Congratulations to Valerie on winning the pin; may the luck of the Irish be with her
!
Love,
Marqueta