Congratulations Tara and Shawn

On November 8, 2008, our daughter, Tara and her love, Shawn Hanna, became husband and wife. This year, on their 2nd anniversary, they can look back at the whirlwind the past 24 months of their marriage has been.



When they married, they became a blended family, as Piper became part of not only the Hanna family, but an extended family that includes most, if not all of the good citizens of Arthur, NE. The small town with the huge heart that became her new home. Five days before they celebrated their 1st anniversary, their son, Sage Dean, made his entrance, 6 weeks early. Tiny, beautiful, feisty and strong, by his arrival, this little man closed the circle between the Hanna and deBeauclair families, making us one.



Not that having a newborn and a 7 year old, while learning the ropes of being a ranch family wasn't enough excitement for them, they soon learned that another little boy was on the way and would be here before Sage was even a year old. He would become the big brother at age 11 months. Brannon Garnet made his debut, a strong and healthy little guy, on September 21st and Tara and Shawn declared their family complete.



So, today, as they look back on the first 2 years of their marriage, if they even have time to look back, they should be proud of all they've accomplished and how far they've come. Their inner family circle is complete with their 3 children. They not only work together as parents, but are partners in the working of the cattle ranch which is their livelihood.



Donn and I couldn't be more proud of them. We can look at our daughter, Tara, and know that we did it right. She has become everything we hoped for her. Strong, independent, hard-working, loving, compassionate, funny, and generous with her time, energy, heart and soul. Shawn is an exemplary man, with an unmatched work ethic, and a devotion to his family that is unquestioning. Everyday, he gives his all to take care of those he loves. Tara,Shawn, Piper, Sage and Brannon are the definition of the word "family".



Happy Anniversary, kids. We can't wait to see what the coming years are going to be like for you and yours.